Obazda Deviled Eggs - Obazda Gefüllte Eier

I’ve put a contemporary spin on the classic German deviled eggs recipe, and it’s a game-changer! These chilled egg white halves are filled with a creamy mixture of Bavarian Obazda, spices, and egg yolks for a bold and delicious twist.

The star of the show? Authentic Bavarian Obazda—a classic cheese dip that’s a staple at Oktoberfest and one of Germany’s most beloved appetizers. This recipe brings the heart of Bavaria right to your table!

How are Deviled Eggs called in German?

They is called "Gefüllte Eier" which means filled eggs.

How to pronounce "Gefüllte Eier"?

Listen to this audio file to hear how to say "Gefüllte Eier" in German.

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Obazda Deviled Eggs Recipe

Recipe

Bavarian Obazda Deviled Eggs

Angela Schofield

4.84 from 6 votes

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Prep Time 25 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Inactive Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 35 minutes mins

Course Appetizers

Cuisine Bavarian, German

Servings 48 deviled eggs

Calories 71 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 24 Eggs
• 9 oz. Camembert/brie cheese room temperature
• 6 oz. cream cheese room temperature
• 4 tbsp. butter room temperature
• 1 small red onion finely chopped
• 1 tsp. paprika powder
• ½ tsp. ground caraway seeds
• ½ tsp. coarse Kosher salt or ¼ tsp. fine salt
• ½ tsp. coarse pepper
• 2 tbsp. pickle relish optional
• 2 tbsp. of dark beer or milk optional

Instructions

 

• Place the eggs into a pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil and simmer for about 12 min.
• Remove the eggs from the hot water and place them into a bowl with very cold water.
• Allow the eggs to cool completely.
• In the meantime, you can prepare the Obatzda.
• Cut Camembert/brie, cream cheese and butter into ½-inch cubes.
• Chop onion finely.
• Place all prepped ingredients into a large bowl, add spices, and mash together with a large fork or clean hands until smooth.
• Add beer or milk and relish if you prefer a smoother, more flavorful filling.
• Peel and slice eggs lengthwise into halves.
• Remove the egg yolks from the halves and place them into the bowl with the Obatzda.
• Place the egg white halves onto a platter.
• Mash the egg yolks into the Obatzda mixture and blend well.
• Fill the spread into a piping bag with a large tip or use two tea spoons to add a heaping dollop of the deviled egg mixture into the hole of each egg white.
• Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
• Sprinkle with paprika powder and slices green onions or chives before serving.

Notes

Serving Tip: Garnish with finely chopped onions or chives and serve with farmers bread or pretzels.

Tip: The riper the Camembert or brie, the easier it is to mash and the more intense is the aroma. Go with what you like the best.

Nutrition

Yield: 1deviled eggCalories: 71kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 4gFat: 6gFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.3gNet Carbohydrates: 1g

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How to serve Obazda Deviled Eggs?

Serve this German appetizer with some homemade German party rolls. They can be enjoyed all year long but especially at the Oktoberfest.