Maryland Deviled Eggs with Crab and Avocado

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Maryland deviled eggs are a tasty spin on traditional deviled eggs that the whole family will love. Made with creamy egg yolks, juicy crab and ripe avocado, this low-carb snack is an easy appetizer to serve at your next party, celebration, family gathering or holiday event. 

I love eggs. Boiled eggs were the first thing that I learned how to cook. When I discovered deviled eggs, I was definitely hooked. Deviled eggs are like little vehicles of goodness in small packages. That’s exactly what this recipe for Maryland Deviled Eggs with Crab and Avocado is.

Not to mention, these eggs are so easy to make. 

In contrast to traditional deviled eggs, these yolks are extra creamy because of the smooth avocado.  The delicate crab on top is a perfect contrast and a delicious treat.  

What You’ll Like These Maryland Deviled Eggs

This recipe is definitely a crowd pleaser and will take your deviled eggs reputation up a couple notches…at least. Not to mention, there’s little ingredient called Maryland blue crabs that are in these beauties. If you can’t get your hands on Maryland crab, feel free to substitute with any fresh crab meat you’d like. 

When To Serve Maryland Deviled Eggs with Crab and Avocado 

These blue crab deviled eggs will take your entertaining to a whole other level. But don’t take my word for it. 

Serve it  at picnics, parties, baby showers, barbecues and holiday occasions like Easter, Mother’s Day and New Year’s Eve. These will be the best crab deviled eggs that you’ve ever had.

Tools Needed:

• slotted spoon 
• piping bag 

​Ingredients in Deviled Eggs with Crabmeat and Avocado

• hard-boiled eggs 
• mayonnaise (I like this one)
• ​Old Bay Seasoning 
• Dijon mustard 
• mashed avocado 
• dry mustard 
• fresh crab meat 
• green onion
• *white or black pepper 
• *Optional: more Old Bay seasoning for garnish 

How to Make Crab and Avocado Deviled Eggs 

1. Half the eggs lengthwise, remove the cooked egg yolks and move them to a mixing bowl. 
2. Break up the yolks with a fork. You can also use a small potato masher or food processor to make it smoother. 
3. Add mayo, Old Bay, mashed avocado, dry mustard and pepper. 
4. Stir to combine. 
5. Place the yolk mixture into the refrigerator and allow to chill for 1-2 hours. 
6. ​Once chilled, place the mixture into a pastry bag with a large tip. 
7. ​If you do not have a pastry bag, using a Zip Loc bag with one corner cut off will work.
8. Fill the white halves with the creamy filling. 
9. Top with fresh lump crab. 
10. ​Sprinkle with additional Old Bay as desired. 

Additional Garnish Ideas

• jalapeño slices 
• fresh parsley 

Tips

If you want to get extra fancy, try using duck eggs instead of chicken eggs the next time you make this recipe. They taste is very similar so it’s an easy swap. Duck eggs are typically larger though, so you’ll want to boil them a bit longer.

While not needed, consider adding some fresh lemon juice to the egg yolk mixture if you’re not going to be eating them right away. Not only does this add a fresh and bright flavor to the eggs, but the fresh lemon juice will prevent the filling from browning. 

It’s best to only add a little bit of lemon juice at a time as to not over power the flavor. 

Q&A

​Q: Can I make deviled eggs ahead of time?

A: While you can make deviled eggs ahead of time, it’s best to avoid filling them until a few hours before you serve them to avoid them from getting soggy. 

To save time in the kitchen, consider boiling the eggs no more than 1-2 days before and peeling them. You can also half the eggs, and prepare the deviled eggs yolk mixture 1-2 days before as well. 

When doing this, the addition of avocado should be avoided until right before filling the eggs halves to avoid them getting brown. 

More Healthy Egg Recipes 

• egg white tortilla 
• simple egg salad
• Cajun Deviled Eggs

Yield: 24 pieces

Maryland Style Crab & Avocado Deviled Eggs

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A tasty and deliciously creamy recipe for deviled eggs with fresh crabmeat that will have you asking for more

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

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• 1 dozen eggs
• 1 small ripe avocado
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
• 1/4 tsp white pepper
• 1/2 tsp dry mustard
• fresh crab meat to top eggs
• scallions and more Old Bay for garnish

Instructions

1. Put the eggs in one even layer in large pot
2. Add just enough water to cover the eggs and bring to a boil on medium-high heat
3. As soon as the eggs begin to boil cover the pot and let the eggs sit for about 20 minutes
4. Drain the eggs and put in a bowl of cold water
5. Peel each egg and evenly split in half
6. Remove yolks from whites with a spoon
7. Mash the yolks until smooth and add avocado and mayonnaise and mix until mostly smooth
8. Add pepper, Old Bay and dry mustard and mix evenly
9. Spoon heaping amounts into egg halves and top with crab meat, sprinkle scallions and dust with additional Old Bay as desired

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Nutrition Information

Yield

8

Serving Size

3
Amount Per Serving Calories 170Total Fat 12gSaturated Fat 3gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 8gCholesterol 317mgSodium 195mgCarbohydrates 3gFiber 2gSugar 1gProtein 13g

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Original: 3/25/2015. Updated: 3/25/2024