🎄🍳 Salmon Mousse Devilled Eggs for Christmas 🎄🐟
A chic and festive appetiser featuring creamy salmon mousse piped into devilled eggs, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- 100 g smoked salmon
- 100 g cream cheese, softened
- 1 tbsp crème fraîche or sour cream
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- Fresh dill sprigs (for garnish)
- Lemon zest (optional, for garnish)
- Paprika or finely chopped chives (for sprinkling)
Directions
Prepare the Eggs
- Place eggs in a saucepan, cover with cold water, and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 9–10 minutes.
- Cool eggs in an ice bath, then peel.
Halve the Eggs
- Slice eggs lengthwise and remove yolks into a mixing bowl.
- Set whites aside on a serving platter.
Make the Salmon Mousse
- Blend smoked salmon, cream cheese, crème fraîche, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard until smooth.
- Add egg yolks and process until creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
Pipe the Filling
- Transfer mousse into a piping bag with a star tip (or resealable bag with corner snipped).
- Pipe generously into hollowed egg whites.
Garnish
- Top each egg with dill and sprinkle with paprika, lemon zest, or chives.
Chill and Serve
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve as an elegant Christmas appetiser.
Chef’s Tips
- Substitute smoked trout or canned salmon if desired.
- Add horseradish or capers for extra flavour.
Nutritional Information
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 6 (2 halves per serving)
✨ A festive twist on classic devilled eggs, bringing elegance and flavour to your Christmas table!