Colorful Easter Eggs (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Egg Filling Items
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12 eggs, large size
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2 teaspoons of mustard
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2 teaspoons pickle juice
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Half a cup of mayonnaise
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Small pinch of salt and pepper—taste and add more if needed
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4 tablespoons of finely chopped dill pickles
→ Coloring Essentials
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A mix of food coloring options
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1 teaspoon vinegar per coloring bowl
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6 ounces of water for each dye bowl
# Instructions:
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Put eggs in a big pot, cover them with cold water so it goes an inch over. Place on the stove, set to medium-high, and let the water hit a bubbling boil. As soon as it boils, turn off the heat, cover the pot tightly, and let the eggs sit still for 12 minutes. This ensures the yolks stay brightly yellow with no green edges.
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After waiting 12 minutes, drain the hot water and rinse the eggs under cold running water. Drop in some ice cubes to speed up cooling. Once cold, tap them gently on a counter and roll to crack. Peel the shells under running water to clean off any stuck bits more easily.
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Set up small bowls or cups for each color you’d like. Measure 6 ounces of water into each, then add a teaspoon of vinegar. Stir so it mixes well. Drop in a few food coloring drops (around 5-10 for bright shades or fewer for soft colors) and stir the mixture thoroughly.
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Cut the eggs in half, then place the whites into the dye. Turn them occasionally to coat evenly. Let them soak up the color for at least 10 minutes or longer if deeper hues are desired. Gently scoop them from the dye with a spoon, pat dry with paper towels, and set aside.
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While waiting on your whites, separate the yolks into a bowl. Add the mayo, mustard, and pickle juice. Smash everything together with a fork or mix it smooth with a hand blender. Stir in the finely chopped pickles, then sprinkle salt and pepper to meet your taste.
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Scoop the filling into a plastic zip bag, squeeze it to one corner, and cut off the tip. Pipe the filling into the egg halves. If you want to make it fancy, use a star tip for swirls.
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Arrange the bright eggs on a plate and sprinkle with fresh dill, paprika, or extra pickle pieces. Eat them soon for the freshest flavor! If prepping in advance, store eggs unfilled and combine them right before serving.
# Notes:
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Perfect for Easter, parties, or when you’re craving something colorful to share as a snack.
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Lighter shades come from quick dye dips, while bold tones need longer soaking time in the color.
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For safety, keep eggs chilled before serving and avoid leaving them out for over two hours.