Ingredients

• 6 large eggs
• 1 medium ripe avocado
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika, plus more for garnish
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 slices bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled
• 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped, for garnish

Instructions

1. Boil the eggs: Place eggs in a medium saucepan and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil, then cover and remove from heat. Let sit for 10-12 minutes.
2. Prepare the bacon: While eggs are cooking, cook bacon until crisp. Drain on paper towels, then crumble into small pieces. Set aside.
3. Cool the eggs: Transfer eggs to an ice water bath and let cool for 5 minutes before peeling.
4. Halve the eggs: Cut peeled eggs in half lengthwise. Carefully remove yolks and place in a medium bowl.
5. Make the filling: Add the avocado, lime juice, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to the egg yolks. Mash and mix until smooth and creamy.
6. Fill the egg whites: Spoon or pipe the avocado-yolk mixture back into the egg white halves.
7. Add toppings: Top each deviled egg with crumbled bacon and chopped chives. Sprinkle with additional smoked paprika if desired.
8. Serve: Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 24 hours (the avocado may begin to brown if stored longer).

Tips & Variations

Pro Tips

• Perfect hard-boiled eggs: For easy-to-peel eggs, use eggs that are 7-10 days old rather than very fresh ones.
• Prevent browning: The lime juice helps prevent the avocado from browning, but for maximum freshness, prepare these just before serving.
• Piping technique: For a more elegant presentation, use a piping bag with a star tip to fill the egg whites.
• Meal prep: You can hard-boil the eggs and cook the bacon up to 3 days in advance, then assemble when ready to serve.

Recipe Variations

• Spicy: Add 1/4-1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper or a few dashes of hot sauce to the avocado mixture.
• Mexican-inspired: Add 2 tablespoons finely diced tomato, 1 tablespoon minced jalapeño, and 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro to the filling.
• Dairy option: For a creamier filling, add 2 tablespoons of Greek yogurt or sour cream to the avocado mixture.
• Vegetarian: Skip the bacon and top with roasted sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds for crunch instead.

Storage & Make-Ahead

Due to the avocado in the filling, these deviled eggs are best enjoyed within 24 hours of preparation. The avocado will begin to oxidize and brown over time, though the lime juice helps slow this process.

Storage Tips

• Store assembled deviled eggs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
• For best results, place a piece of plastic wrap directly on the surface of the eggs to minimize air exposure.
• If preparing in advance, you can hard-boil the eggs and cook the bacon up to 3 days ahead, then assemble with fresh avocado when ready to serve.

Nutritional Benefits