Place the eggs into a large pot and cover the eggs with 2 inches of water. Place the pot on the stove and bring the water to a boil, cover and then lower the heat to low, cook for 1 minute. Remove the pot from the heat and let it stand for 14 minutes covered.
Next, place the eggs in an ice-water bath, making sure they are fully submerged for 5 minutes.
Once the eggs are ready, peel them and place them on a clean work surface. Cut the eggs in half lengthwise and remove the yolks, making sure not to break the egg whites.
Place the yolks in a large bowl.
With the back of a fork, mash the egg yolks until small crumbles form.
Add the mayonnaise and stir to combine fully until smooth. Then add the pickle relish, sugar, dijon mustard, pepper, and salt, mix until fully combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Pipe or spoon the filling into the egg whites.
Garnish with a little sweet paprika if desired, serve immediately or chill until ready to serve.