Deviled Egg Christmas Trees: A Festive, Fun, and Healthy Holiday Appetizer

Last Updated on November 5, 2025 by Chef Josie

Turn a classic party favorite into a festive showstopper with these Deviled Egg Christmas Trees. Perfectly boiled eggs are filled with creamy, avocado-green filling, piped into tree-shaped mounds, and topped with mini stars for a holiday-ready presentation that delights both kids and adults.

This creative twist on Christmas-themed deviled eggs is not only eye-catching but also simple to prepare. The smooth avocado filling gives a fresh, flavorful upgrade to the traditional yolk mix, while the tree design makes it the ideal Christmas finger food for parties, brunches, and family gatherings.

Whether you’re planning holiday appetizers, a Christmas Eve dinner, or a brunch buffet, these deviled eggs are festive, healthy, and guaranteed to steal the spotlight.

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Why You’ll Love These Deviled Egg Christmas Trees

• Visually stunning: Shaped like mini Christmas trees; perfect for the season.
• Healthy and delicious: Made with avocado, egg yolks, and Greek yogurt.
• Quick to make: Ready in under 30 minutes with minimal prep.
• Make-ahead friendly: Ideal for parties and buffets.
• Kid-approved: Whimsical, fun, and full of creamy flavor.

Ingredients

• 6 large eggs, hard-boiled
• 1 ripe avocado
• 1 tbsp Greek yogurt or mayo
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• ½ tsp lemon juice
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Red bell pepper (for “ornaments”)
• Shredded Parmesan or mozzarella (for “snow”)
• Yellow bell pepper or cheese (for “stars”)

Instructions

1. Boil eggs: Hard-boil eggs for 10 minutes, cool, and peel. Slice in half and remove yolks.
2. Make filling: In a bowl, mash yolks with avocado, yogurt, mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
3. Pipe trees: Fill a piping bag with a star tip. Pipe filling onto each egg white half, creating a Christmas tree shape.
4. Decorate: Add small red bell pepper bits as ornaments and sprinkle cheese for snow.
5. Top with stars: Cut small stars from yellow pepper or cheese and place on top. Chill until ready to serve.

Notes and Top Tips

• Use ripe avocado for the smoothest texture and vibrant green color.
• For a more traditional flavor, mix part of the filling with mayo and yolks.
• Chill the eggs for 15–20 minutes before serving for firmer texture.
• Make ahead: Prepare filling and eggs separately, then assemble before serving.

Serving Suggestions and Variations

These Deviled Egg Christmas Trees are perfect for Christmas finger foods, holiday party appetizers, or Christmas brunch platters. Arrange them on a large serving tray, garnish with rosemary sprigs or parsley for a “forest” effect, and watch them disappear.

Variations:

• Spicy Christmas Trees: Add a pinch of cayenne or hot sauce to the filling.
• Herbed Deviled Eggs: Mix in chopped dill or chives for an herby flavor.
• Classic Yolk Mix: Replace avocado with traditional yolk-mayo filling and green food coloring.
• Vegan Option: Use vegan mayo and plant-based egg alternatives.

Storage and Reheating Tips

• Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container up to 2 days.
• Do not freeze: Eggs lose their texture after freezing.
• Make ahead: Prepare yolk mixture a day before and store separately. Pipe and decorate before serving.
• Keep chilled: Serve on a cold platter or over ice for freshness during parties.

Why You’ll Make Them Again

These Deviled Egg Christmas Trees combine holiday fun with classic flavor in a way that’s festive yet effortless. They’re healthy, beautiful, and incredibly versatile: ideal for Christmas party food ideas or holiday brunch menus.

With creamy avocado filling and colorful toppings, these eggs turn a humble appetizer into a joyful holiday centerpiece. Quick to make, easy to serve, and guaranteed to impress, these will be your go-to festive deviled eggs every year.

FAQs

1. How can I keep the avocado from browning?
Add a little lemon or lime juice to the filling and store tightly covered to prevent oxidation.

2. Can I use food coloring instead of avocado?
Yes, add a drop of green food coloring to the yolk-mayo mixture for the same festive look.

3. What can I use for the star on top?
Use yellow bell pepper, cheese, or even small pieces of carrot cut with a mini star cutter.

4. Can I make these without a piping bag?
Yes, use a zip-top bag with a corner snipped off to pipe the filling.

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