Everything Bagel Deviled Eggs

# List of ingredients:

→ Eggs

01 - 6 large eggs

→ Filling

02 - 3 tablespoons cream cheese, softened

03 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise

04 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

05 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice

06 - 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives

07 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Topping

08 - 1 ½ tablespoons everything bagel seasoning

09 - Extra chopped chives, for garnish (optional)

# How to make it:

01 - Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, turn off the heat, cover, and let sit for 10 minutes.

02 - Drain the eggs and transfer them to a bowl of ice water to cool completely, about 5 minutes. Peel the eggs carefully.

03 - Slice the eggs in half lengthwise. Gently remove the yolks and place them in a medium bowl. Arrange the egg whites on a serving platter.

04 - Mash the yolks with a fork. Add the cream cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and chopped chives. Mix until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

05 - Transfer the filling to a piping bag or use a spoon to fill each egg white half with the yolk mixture.

06 - Sprinkle each deviled egg generously with everything bagel seasoning. Garnish with extra chives if desired.

07 - Serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to serve.

# Expert Suggestions:

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This filling tastes like the inside of your favorite bagel, but with a creamy, light twist you won't want to share.
The vibrant sprinkle of everything seasoning delivers a crowd-pleasing punch that makes these eggs disappear fast at any party.

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Rushing the cooling step gives you mangled eggs—patience and an ice bath make all the difference.
Piping warm filling can get messy fast; wait until the mix cools slightly for cleaner, neater eggs.

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