Gently place eggs in the bottom of a 2-quart pot. Fill the pot with cold water to cover the eggs by at least 1 inch.
Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water starts boiling, turn off the heat, cover the pot, and let the pot sit on the burner for 12 minutes.
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the eggs to a small bowl filled with ice water and let the eggs cool for 5 minutes.
Once cool, peel the eggs and slice them in half length-wise.
Place the yolks into a bowl and set aside the egg white halves.
Mash the egg yolks with a fork.
Mix the mashed egg yolks with sour cream, garlic powder, and salt.
Next, fold in half of the crumbled and cooked bacon, ½ tablespoon of the chopped green onions, and 1 tablespoon of the shredded cheese.
Use a spoon to transfer the filling to the center of each egg.
Garnish the tops of each egg with the remaining sour cream, crumbled bacon, green onions, and cheese.Pro Tip: Although you can enjoy deviled eggs right after you make them, I suggest refrigerating them for at least an hour to let the flavors meld and the filling to set.
Notes
Expert Tips
Cook the eggs properly: Place eggs in a saucepan and cover them with cold water by an inch. Bring the water to a boil, then remove from heat, cover, and let the eggs sit for exactly 12 minutes. Transfer the eggs to an ice bath to stop the cooking process and make them easier to peel.
Peel the eggs carefully: Gently tap the eggs on a hard surface to crack the shell, then roll them to loosen the shell further. Peel the eggs under running water, which can help the shell slide off more easily.
Consider using a piping bag: Although I often use a spoon, for a professional-looking presentation, transfer the yolk mixture to a piping bag with a star or round tip. Pipe the filling into the egg whites.
Taste the filling: Before filling the egg whites, taste the yolk mixture and adjust the seasonings as needed. You can always add more salt, sour cream, cheese, or other ingredients to suit your taste.
Experiment with variations: Feel free to get creative with your loaded deviled eggs by adding different mix-ins, toppings, or spices to make the dish unique and cater to your preferences.