Bacon deviled eggs are more proof everything is better with bacon.

Most bacondeviled eggrecipes youll find merely have a little bacon sprinkled over the top, but not this one!

Salty, creamy, and deliciously bite-sized, theyre perfect for your nextpartyorpotluck.

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Learn how to make fried bacon deviled eggs, and say hello to your new potluck appetizer.

Refrigerate the egg whites and filling separately.

Carefully lower eggs into boiling water; cook, undisturbed, for 11 minutes, 30 seconds.

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Let stand until completely cooled, at least 5 minutes or up to 30 minutes.

Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to a paper-towel lined plate, reserving drippings in skillet.

Peel eggs under cold water.

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Make egg yolk mixture:

Cut eggs in half lengthwise, and carefully remove yolks.

Using a fork, mash together yolks and mayonnaise in a medium bowl.

Add mustard, pepper, half of the cooked bacon, and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt.

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Stir well to combine.

Fry egg white halves:

Heat reserved drippings in skillet over medium.

Transfer to a plate.

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Repeat process with remaining egg whites.

Fill egg whites with yolk mixture:

Sprinkle cooked egg whites evenly with remaining 1/8 teaspoon salt.

Spoon yolk mixture evenly (about 1 tablespoon each) into egg whites.

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Top evenly with remaining cooked bacon.

Serve immediately, or store, covered, in refrigerator up to 1 day.

Frequently Asked Questions

An ideal ratio of egg yolks to mayonnaise should yield creamy results.

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Prepare deviled eggs no more than two days ahead, refrigerating the egg whites and yolk filling separately.

Assemble fresh before serving.

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