Dessert

Deviled Egg Christmas Trees Recipe

ByJulian Dempsey December 12, 2025December 12, 2025

Introduction

These Deviled Egg Christmas Trees offer a festive twist on a classic appetizer, perfect for holiday gatherings. Creamy avocado and flavorful seasonings create a rich filling, while the decorative toppings add a cheerful touch.

The image shows a dish of deviled eggs styled to look like small Christmas trees. Each egg is halved with a smooth white egg white base, filled with a swirled, textured green filling which forms three layered, ruffled tree shapes stacked vertically and tapering to a point on top. The green filling has a creamy and slightly fluffy look with small red specks sprinkled over it. On top of each green tree rises a small round yellow ball, dusted with red powder, and topped with a small yellow star-shaped decoration, giving the impression of a tree topper. The dish is set on a dark black surface against a white marbled background, and warm, blurred holiday lights shine softly in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

6 large eggs
1 ripe avocado
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon lemon juice
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Paprika, for garnish
6 cherry or yellow mini tomatoes, halved
6 red bell pepper or carrot star-shaped cutouts

Instructions

Step 1: Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then turn off the heat and cover the pan. Let the eggs sit for 10–12 minutes, then transfer them to an ice bath to cool. Peel the eggs carefully.
Step 2: Slice the eggs in half lengthwise. Gently scoop out the yolks and place them in a mixing bowl. Arrange the egg whites on a serving tray.
Step 3: Mash the yolks until fine. Add the avocado, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Step 4: Transfer the filling into a piping bag fitted with a star tip. Pipe the mixture onto each egg white, creating a tall, swirled shape resembling a Christmas tree.
Step 5: Sprinkle paprika over the trees for color. Top each one with a halved cherry or yellow mini tomato, then place a red bell pepper or carrot star cutout on top as a tree topper.
Step 6: Chill the deviled egg Christmas trees in the refrigerator before serving to let the flavors meld and the filling set.

Tips & Variations

Use Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise for a lighter filling with a slight tang.
Try different herbs like dill or chives for added fresh flavor.
Make the star toppers with cookie cutters to easily create shapes from bell peppers or carrots.
If you don’t have a piping bag, spoon the filling into the whites and shape with a small spatula or knife.

Storage

Store the assembled deviled eggs covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Keep them chilled until just before serving. Re-piping the filling fresh for serving is recommended if you store the whites and filling separately to maintain the best texture.

How to Serve

The image shows four white half egg shells filled with creamy green filling piped in a swirled Christmas tree shape, each tree decorated with a small red star on top and lightly sprinkled with red seasoning. The green filling has a textured, smooth yet slightly ridged look, resembling soft waves. The egg whites form the clean, smooth base layer holding the green topping. The background features a soft, out-of-focus effect with warm yellow light circles, sitting on a dark round surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare these deviled eggs in advance?

Yes, you can prepare the filling and boil the eggs up to a day ahead. Assemble the Christmas trees just before serving for the freshest appearance and texture.

What can I use if I don’t have a piping bag?

You can use a small resealable plastic bag with a corner snipped off or simply spoon the filling onto the egg whites and shape with a small spatula or knife.