you’re free to still make deviled eggs.

Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

Some people, bless their hearts, are not mayonnaise people.

Yes, you heard right.

Classic Deviled Eggs

Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

Thatclassic Southern delicacycan be made without mayonnaise.

And you might still keep classic ingredients like mustard and pickle relish.

Read on to see how to make delicious deviled eggs without mayo and get creamy results.

It’s tangier than mayonnaise, which changes the flavor of the filling slightly.

Go for full-fatGreek yogurt, rather than fat-free or low-fat.

It has a smoother, less chalky texture and more subtle flavor.

Use the same amount of yogurt as you would mayonnaise.

Again, use the same amount of this ingredient as you would mayonnaise.

verify the cream cheese is softened at room temperature before you stir it into the egg yolks.

Or place all of the filling ingredients in a food processor for the smoothest results.

Use 3 or 4 ounces of cream cheese for a dozen eggs.

Ripe avocados have a naturally creamy, fatty texture that blends nicely with yolks.

The filling is best prepared right before serving, as avocado naturally browns from air exposure.

Add a tinge of Mediterranean flavor to your deviled eggs with a few tablespoons of hummus.

Hummus usually contains some olive oil, as well, that will help smooth the filling.

Use the same amount of hummus as you would mayonnaise.

To add to the Mediterranean flavor, try topping withchopped olives and feta cheese.

There are a few tips to ensure your eggs come out just right every time.

Once done, drain the hot water and refill the pot with cold water and ice.

Peel the eggs under running water and place them back in the ice bath.

you could cook up to 12 eggs at once.

Store the egg whites in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Use the egg yolks to make the filling, and store it in an airtight container.

Assemble the deviled eggs before serving.

If you prefer to make them without mayo, try out one of the above substitutions.

Fill egg whites with the mixture.

Optional additions include Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, paprika, or onion powder.

Store deviled eggs in the refrigerator at 40 degrees Fahrenheit or below to prevent bacteria from growing.

U.S. Food and Drug Administration.What you better Know About Egg Safety.