Table of Contents
- How to Smoke the Egg Whites
- 1. Classic Smoked Deviled Eggs
- 2. Bacon Jalapeño Smoked Deviled Eggs
- 3. Candied Bacon Smoked Deviled Eggs
- 4. Chopped Brisket Smoked Deviled Eggs
- 5. Buffalo Chicken Smoked Deviled Eggs
- Pro Tips & Storage
How to Perfectly Smoke Egg Whites (Do This First!)
Makes 24 deviled egg halves (12 whole eggs)
Shopping List (needed for EVERY recipe)
- 12 large eggs (a day or two old peel easier)
- Your favorite smoking wood (apple, cherry, or pecan recommended)
Instructions
- Place eggs in a pot, cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil, remove from heat, cover, and let sit 11 minutes.
- Plunge into ice water for 10 minutes, then peel under cool running water.
- Slice eggs in half lengthwise. Gently remove yolks and set aside.
- Place egg white halves hole-side up on a wire rack or grill tray.
- Preheat smoker to 225°F. Add wood.
- Smoke the whites for 30 minutes (25 for lighter smoke, 35 for bolder).
- Let cool while you make your filling.
For more on smoking eggs, check out Hey Grill Hey’s guide.
1. Classic Smoked Deviled Eggs
The ultimate Classic Smoked Deviled Eggs – creamy, smoky, and dusted with smoked paprika. The #1 most-searched smoked deviled eggs recipe in 2025.
Shopping List (add to smoked whites)
- ½ cup mayonnaise (Duke’s or Hellmann’s)
- 2 Tbsp yellow or Dijon mustard
- 1 Tbsp pickle juice or apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Smoked paprika & fresh chives for garnish
Mash yolks, mix in everything except garnishes until creamy. Pipe or spoon into smoked whites. Dust with paprika and chives.
Inspired by Traeger’s classic version.
2. Bacon Jalapeño Smoked Deviled Eggs
Bacon Jalapeño Smoked Deviled Eggs – the jalapeño popper version that disappears in minutes
Shopping List
- 6 slices bacon
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar
- 3 Tbsp finely chopped pickled jalapeños
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Fresh jalapeño slices (optional garnish)
Cook and crumble bacon (reserve some for topping). Mix everything else with mashed yolks. Pipe high and top with bacon + jalapeño slice.
3. Candied Bacon Smoked Deviled Eggs
Candied Bacon Smoked Deviled Eggs – sweet, smoky, addictive. Hey Grill Hey made these famous and they’re still the hottest version in 2025
Shopping List
- 8 slices thick-cut bacon
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 Tbsp sweet BBQ rub
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 Tbsp pickled jalapeño juice
- 1 Tbsp yellow mustard
- 1–2 Tbsp sweet BBQ rub (for filling)
Coat bacon in sugar + rub, smoke/bake at 300°F until caramelized. Chop. Mix filling, pipe, and top with big pieces of candied bacon.
See Hey Grill Hey’s candied bacon tips.
4. Chopped Brisket Smoked Deviled Eggs
Chopped Brisket Smoked Deviled Eggs – the Texas BBQ appetizer that makes grown men weak
Shopping List
- 1 heaping cup chopped smoked brisket (burnt ends = best)
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- 2 Tbsp BBQ sauce
- 1 Tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp coarse black pepper
- Extra BBQ sauce for drizzling
Mix filling, fold in half the brisket, pipe, then pile the rest on top with a drizzle of sauce.
Original idea from Meat Church.
5. Buffalo Chicken Smoked Deviled Eggs
Buffalo Chicken Smoked Deviled Eggs – tastes exactly like wings but better
Shopping List
- ½ cup finely chopped cooked chicken (smoked thighs or rotisserie)
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup Frank’s RedHot sauce
- 2 Tbsp ranch or blue cheese dressing
- ¼ cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)
- Celery or chives + extra hot sauce for garnish
Mix everything, pipe, top with extra chicken and a drop of hot sauce.
For a Bloody Mary spin, see BBQGuys’ version.
Pro Tips & Storage
- Use a zip-top bag as a piping bag in a pinch.
- Make filling while whites smoke—perfect timing.
- Apple or cherry wood = crowd favorite.
- Best after 24 hours in the fridge (add garnishes just before serving).
- Transport separately and assemble on site.
These smoked deviled eggs disappear in minutes—make double! Which one are you trying first? Let me know in the comments.