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Let me share my absolute favorite party appetizer with you! These Devilled BLT Egg Sliders were born during one of my late-night kitchen experiments and they've become the star of every gathering since. Think classic devilled eggs but dressed up with crispy bacon lettuce and sweet tomatoes. They're like tiny perfect bites of heaven!
Why These Are So Special
I can't tell you how many recipe requests I get whenever I serve these! That combination of double-smoked bacon (my secret weapon) with fresh crunchy lettuce and those sweet little tomatoes just makes people's eyes light up. Plus they're so easy to put together perfect for when you want to impress without stress!
What You'll Need
- Get that good double-smoked bacon the thick-cut kind.
- A dozen fresh eggs for our base.
- Real mayonnaise don't skimp here!
- Capers finely chopped for that special tang.
- Fresh dill and chives from my herb garden.
- Grainy mustard adds such great texture.
- Crisp lettuce I love iceberg for the crunch.
- Sweet little cocktail tomatoes.
- Cute picks to hold it all together.
- For that extra wow factor some fresh dill and everything bagel seasoning.
Let's Make These Together
- Perfect Eggs Every Time
- Here's my foolproof method: eggs in cold water bring to boil cover and wait 9 minutes. An ice bath makes peeling a breeze!
- Bacon Time
- Get that bacon nice and crispy but not too dark. The paper towel trick keeps it perfectly crisp.
- The Creamy Filling
- Mash those yolks with mayo and all our yummy add-ins until it's silky smooth.
- Building Our Sliders
- This is the fun part! Layer everything like tiny sandwiches and secure with picks.
- The Final Touch
- A sprinkle of fresh dill and that everything seasoning makes them look magazine-worthy!
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My Best Tips
I've made these dozens of times and here's what I've learned: splurge on good bacon it really matters! Let those eggs cool completely before peeling (trust me on this). And if you like a little kick add just a pinch of cayenne to the filling it's amazing!
How To Serve Them
These little beauties steal the show at any gathering! I love serving them alongside some fresh fruit for brunch or as part of an appetizer spread. They're perfect for everything from baby showers to game day parties.
Make-Ahead Magic
Here's how I prep these for parties: make the eggs filling and bacon ahead but wait to assemble until just before serving. Everything stays fresh and crispy that way! They'll keep in the fridge for a couple days but honestly they never last that long at my house!
The Good Stuff
Each of these little sliders comes in at about 110 calories with 8 grams of protein. They're satisfying without being heavy which is probably why everyone feels good about reaching for seconds (or thirds!).
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Frequently Asked Questions
- → How do I get perfect hard-boiled eggs?
Boil eggs, remove from heat, cover and let stand 9 minutes, then transfer to ice bath immediately. This prevents overcooking and green yolks.
- → Can I make these ahead?
You can prepare the components ahead but assemble just before serving to keep the lettuce crisp and prevent the sliders from getting soggy.
- → Why use double-smoked bacon?
Double-smoked bacon provides extra flavor depth. Regular bacon can be substituted but won't have quite the same rich taste.
- → What's the best way to transport these?
Place assembled sliders in a single layer in a container with a tight lid. Keep chilled until serving time.
- → Can I make substitutions for the herbs?
Fresh parsley can replace dill, and green onions can substitute for chives. The flavor will be different but still delicious.
Conclusion
These mini sandwiches use devilled eggs as the 'bun' with bacon, lettuce and tomato filling for a creative appetizer that combines two classic favorites.