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Lighter Loaded Deviled Eggs with Crispy Bacon

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A lighter take on classic deviled eggs, swapping half the mayo for Greek yogurt and topping with crispy bacon for a satisfying crunch. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or a quick protein-packed snack.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 3 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt (full-fat)
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (plus extra for garnish)
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 4 slices bacon (thick-cut preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives (finely chopped)

Instructions

  1. Place eggs in a single layer in a medium saucepan. Cover with cold water by about an inch. Bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Cover, turn off heat, and let sit for exactly 10 minutes.
  2. Prepare a large bowl of ice water. Transfer eggs to ice bath and let cool for at least 5 minutes.
  3. Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat, starting in a cold pan, for 6-8 minutes, flipping once, until deep golden brown and crispy. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Once cool, crumble or chop into small pieces.
  4. Peel eggs under running cold water. Pat dry. Slice each egg in half lengthwise. Pop out yolks into a medium mixing bowl. Arrange egg white halves on a serving platter, cut side up.
  5. Add Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper to the yolks. Mash and mix until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  6. Spoon or pipe filling into egg white halves, dividing evenly.
  7. Sprinkle crumbled bacon over filled eggs. Dust with smoked paprika and garnish with fresh chives.

Notes

For best texture, assemble just before serving. Keep bacon separate if making ahead to maintain crunch. If filling is too thick, add a splash of pickle juice or lemon juice; if too thin, mash in an extra hard-boiled yolk. Use full-fat Greek yogurt for creamiest results.

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