My aunt brought these to every backyard party. Only 3 ingredients for a creamy, bite-sized treat that everyone fights over.

These low carb 3-ingredient avocado egg bombs are my modern spin on the kind of bite-sized treat my aunt brought to every backyard party. They’re essentially deviled eggs stripped down to their essentials: creamy avocado, hard-boiled eggs, and just enough mayonnaise to pull everything together. The result is a rich, silky filling with bright green and yellow color that feels indulgent but stays low in carbs. They’re easy to prep ahead, travel well, and tend to disappear faster than anything else on the buffet table.

Serve these avocado egg bombs well-chilled on a simple white platter so the green and yellow colors pop. They pair nicely with grilled meats, crisp raw vegetables, and simple salads—think cucumber-tomato, coleslaw without added sugar, or a leafy green salad with a light vinaigrette. For parties, I like to tuck them between bowls of nuts, olives, and cheese so guests can build low-carb plates without thinking about it. A squeeze of lemon over the platter right before serving brightens the flavors, and a pitcher of iced tea or sparkling water with citrus rounds everything out.

Servings: 6

6 large eggs, hard-boiled and peeled

Hard-boil the eggs if you haven’t already. Place the eggs in a saucepan in a single layer, cover with cold water by about 1 inch, and bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, cover, turn off the heat, and let sit for 10–12 minutes. Transfer eggs to an ice bath and cool completely before peeling.

Peel the cooled eggs carefully, then pat them dry with a paper towel so they’re not slippery. Using a sharp knife, slice each egg in half lengthwise. Gently pop the yolks into a medium bowl, keeping the whites intact for filling.

Add the avocado flesh to the bowl with the egg yolks. Use a fork to mash the yolks and avocado together until mostly smooth. Add the mayonnaise and continue mashing until you have a creamy, cohesive mixture with no large lumps. Taste and, if desired, adjust the texture by adding a tiny bit more mayonnaise for extra creaminess (this is optional and still keeps it essentially a 3-ingredient recipe).

For the smoothest, prettiest filling, switch from a fork to the back of a spoon and press the mixture against the sides of the bowl to make it velvety. The color should be a vibrant green with a warm yellow undertone from the yolks.

Spoon or pipe the avocado-egg mixture back into the hollowed egg white halves. If you don’t have a piping bag, you can use a small spoon to mound the filling or snip the corner off a zip-top bag and pipe rustic swirls.

Arrange the filled eggs on a plate or platter in a single layer. Cover loosely with plastic wrap, pressing the wrap lightly so it doesn’t smear the tops, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. This short chill firms the filling and lets the flavors settle, making them easier to pick up and eat with your fingers.

Serve chilled. If you’re taking them to a backyard party or picnic, keep them in a cooler or insulated bag with an ice pack and set them out just before people are ready to eat so they stay safe and creamy.

For a little more character, you can add a pinch of salt, black pepper, or a squeeze of lemon or lime juice to the filling, though I like the purity of the three-ingredient version for its clean, buttery flavor. If you want gentle heat, a few drops of hot sauce or a pinch of smoked paprika stirred into the avocado mixture works well and still keeps the recipe simple. To make them feel more deviled-egg-like without extra chopping, dust the tops lightly with paprika or chili powder just before serving—this adds color without technically changing the filling’s 3-ingredient base. For a richer version, swap in a full-fat, avocado oil-based mayonnaise; for a lighter one, use a reduced-fat mayo but be aware the texture will be slightly less silky. Food safety tips: Always start with fully cooked hard-boiled eggs—yolks should be solid with no translucence. Cool eggs promptly in an ice bath and refrigerate within 2 hours of cooking. Once the avocado is mixed in, keep the filled eggs chilled until serving, and don’t leave them at room temperature for more than 2 hours (or 1 hour if it’s very hot outside). If you’re transporting them to a backyard party, nestle the plate over ice or use a chilled deviled egg tray to keep them cold and safe to eat. Because avocado browns with air exposure, make these the day of serving and store tightly covered; a piece of plastic wrap pressed gently over the tops can help minimize browning.