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Crunchy Air-Fried Deviled Eggs

Step up your deviled egg game with this recipe that adds a crispy exterior to that creamy filling everyone loves and expects.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Course lunch/dinner
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 6 people
Calories 1321.4 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Air Fryer
  • 3 Mixing Bowls Small to medium size for breading station and yolk mixture
  • 1 Sharp Knife For halving eggs cleanly
  • 1 Fork For mashing yolks and beating egg wash
  • 1 Serving Platter For presentation

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 6 hard-boiled eggs peeled
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
  • 1 ½ cups panko bread crumbs
  • 1 serving nonstick cooking spray

Instructions
 

  • Cut eggs in half lengthwise and put yolks in a small bowl. Add mayonnaise, mustard, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mash with a fork until smooth. Set filling aside.
  • Place flour in a small bowl. Beat egg and hot sauce together in a separate bowl. Place panko in a third bowl.
  • Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Rinse the egg whites and place on a clean work surface. Drop in the bowl of flour; toss until coated. Dip into the beaten egg and then in the panko.
  • Place breaded egg whites in the air fryer basket. Spray tops with cooking spray. Cook for 3 minutes. Flip and spray tops with more cooking spray. Cook for 4 minutes more.
  • Place the egg whites on a serving tray and spoon yolk mixture into the centers.

Notes

For perfectly hard-boiled eggs, use eggs that are a few days old as they peel easier; cook for 9-10 minutes, then immediately plunge into an ice bath to prevent a green ring. Ensure the egg whites are thoroughly dried after rinsing before dredging in flour; any moisture will prevent the breading from adhering properly, compromising crispiness. Set up your breading station (flour, egg wash, panko) efficiently for a clean workflow and full coverage. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary to ensure even crisping. The cooking spray is crucial for achieving a golden-brown finish. Consider piping the yolk mixture for a more refined presentation and garnish with a sprinkle of smoked paprika, fresh chives, or a small sprig of dill for an elevated touch.