Here's How Long Deviled Eggs Really Last in the Fridge (2024)

Ree Drummond is a big fan of deviled eggs for Easter—or any time of year! "I kinda think they're the quintessential picnic food," she says. Not only are they creamy, tangy, and delicious, but they also always seem to be the first thing to disappear at a party. However, if you've got a few Easter leftovers on your hands (or you simply want to make your deviled eggs in advance), you might be wondering how long deviled eggs last and how to store them. Luckily, deviled eggs are great for making ahead and they're even better for eating after your guests have come and gone. Here, we'll break down everything you need to know about deviled eggs including how to know when to toss 'em.

The hardest part of making deviled eggs is boiling easy-to-peel eggs and removing the shells. Get some extra hands in the kitchen to help peel the eggs, then all that's left to do is pull out your tried-and-true deviled eggs recipe. If you've already mastered the classic version, get creative with tasty mix-ins this year. For a special Easter appetizer, Ree loves making herbed deviled eggs, whipped deviled eggs with dill, or even horseradish deviled eggs topped with crunchy barbecue chips! You can also stick with a more traditional deviled egg recipe and have fun with unexpected deviled egg garnishes. No matter which recipe you choose, they'll be a hit at Easter brunch and all the summer potlucks to come.

How long do deviled eggs last?

As long as you store them in the fridge, you can eat refrigerated deviled eggs (or any cooked egg dish) within four days, according to the USDA, but you should aim to eat them within two days for optimal freshness. Once you take them out of the fridge, you should serve them within two hours.

How can you tell if deviled eggs have gone bad?

Not sure if your plate of deviled eggs is past its prime? Give the eggs a sniff. If they have a sulfurous, unpleasant odor, it's time to toss them. Also look for discolorations. If the egg white or yolk filling looks a bit off, you may not want to eat them. Finally, if you taste one and it has an "off" flavor, you'll want to send them straight to the trashcan.

How long will hard-boiled eggs last?

Egg-cellent news if you want to hard-boil your eggs in advance: Hard-boiled eggs will last for about one week in the fridge, according to the CDC. If you wait a whole week, just make sure to prepare and serve your deviled eggs immediately afterwards.

Do hard-boiled eggs last longer peeled or unpeeled?

If you’re doing some prep to make deviled eggs in advance, you’ll want to keep your hard-boiled eggs unpeeled for optimal use. Peeled eggs should be used the same day for best quality, while unpeeled eggs will last longer.

How do you store deviled eggs?

If you want to prevent a crust from forming on the top of your deviled eggs, refrigerate the scooped-out egg whites and the yolk filling separately, then fill your deviled eggs right before serving. Put the egg whites in an airtight container (or place them on a serving platter and wrap tightly in plastic wrap) and put the yolk filling in a resealable plastic bag; refrigerate both. When it's time to serve, snip off a corner of the bag and pipe the filling into the egg whites.

If you'd rather fully assemble the deviled eggs in advance, be sure to store them in a single layer in an airtight container, and hold off on garnishing them until right before serving time.