Elote Deviled Eggs: 12 Fiesta Delights
Elote Deviled Eggs: 12 Fiesta Delights are the perfect appetizer to elevate your gatherings with their vibrant flavors and irresistible creamy texture. Inspired by the beloved Mexican street corn, these deviled eggs combine smoky chipotle mayo, zesty lime, and crumbled cotija cheese for a delightful twist on a classic favorite. Easy to prepare and ready in just under half an hour, they are sure to impress your guests at any event—from casual family dinners to festive get-togethers. With customizable toppings and spice levels, these crowd-pleasers cater to everyone’s taste buds. Prepare them ahead of time or serve them fresh—either way, they won’t last long!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 (1 deviled egg per serving) 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 large eggs
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 2 tablespoons finely diced red onion
- 1 tablespoon finely diced jalapeño (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chipotle mayo
- Paprika for garnish
Instructions
- Boil the eggs in cold water until hard-boiled (10-12 minutes). Cool under cold water and peel.
- Slice each egg in half lengthwise and scoop out the yolks into a mixing bowl.
- Mash yolks with mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Spoon or pipe the filling into egg whites.
- Top with a mixture of cotija cheese, red onion, jalapeño (if using), and drizzle chipotle mayo over each egg.
- Garnish with paprika before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 deviled egg (approximately 30g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 186mg