Begin by placing the eggs in a saucepan. Add enough water to cover the eggs by about one inch. Set over medium-high heat and bring to a rolling boil. Once boiling, cover with a lid, remove from heat, and let sit undisturbed for 12 minutes.
After steeping, transfer the eggs to a bowl filled with ice water to halt the cooking process. Let sit for approximately 5 minutes to cool completely.
Gently tap each egg against a hard surface to create small cracks. Peel the shells under running water for easier removal.
Slice each peeled egg in half lengthwise. Carefully separate the yolks from the whites, placing the yolks in a mixing bowl. Add pumpkin puree, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, pumpkin pie spice, sea salt, and black pepper to the yolks.
Using a fork, mash the yolks and other ingredients together until well combined, smooth, and creamy. Adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if desired.
With a spoon or piping bag, fill each egg white half with the creamy pumpkin yolk mixture, creating a delightful mound.
Lightly sprinkle paprika over the top of each filled egg and scatter chopped fresh chives on top for added color and flavor.
Notes
For a festive presentation, serve with decorative pumpkins or autumn leaves.