03/23/2026
Deviled Egg Tulip Appetizer Platter
These beautiful deviled egg “tulips” are made by cutting hard-boiled eggs into petals, piping in a creamy filling, and standing them upright on green onion stems anchored in cucumber slices. Perfect for spring gatherings, Easter brunch, or showers.
Ingredients
12 large eggs (Eggland’s Best Large Eggs)
1/2 cup mayonnaise (Hellmann’s Real Mayonnaise)
1–2 tablespoons yellow mustard (French’s Classic Yellow Mustard)
Salt and black pepper to taste
3–4 green onions (for stems)
1 large cucumber (for bases)
Optional for platter: sliced salami (Columbus Salami), white cheddar cubes, small pickles
Instructions
1. Hard-Boil the Eggs
Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then turn off heat and cover for 10–12 minutes. Transfer to an ice bath to cool completely. Peel carefully.
2. Create the Tulip Shape
Using a small sharp knife, cut a zigzag pattern around the top third of each egg (like flower petals).
Gently pull the top off to reveal the yolk inside. Remove yolks and place them in a bowl. Set egg whites aside.
3. Make the Deviled Filling
Mash the egg yolks until smooth. Add mayonnaise, mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy and pipeable. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Transfer filling to a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
4. Fill the Eggs
Pipe the yolk mixture back into each egg white base so it slightly rises above the “petal” edges.
5. Create the Tulip Stems
Cut cucumber into thick round slices (about 1/2 inch thick).
Trim green onions into straight stem pieces about 3–4 inches long.
Using a skewer or knife tip, make a small hole in the center of each cucumber slice. Insert a green onion stem firmly into the hole so it stands upright.
6. Assemble the Tulips
Gently slide a filled egg “tulip” onto the top of each green onion stem. The stem should sit inside the hollow of the egg and hold it upright.
7. Arrange the Platter
Place the tulip eggs on a serving plate. Surround with sliced salami, cheese cubes, and small pickles for a decorative charcuterie-style presentation.
Storage
Store assembled tulips in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Best served chilled.