Perfect Hard Boiled Eggs Recipe
Introduction
Hard boiled eggs are a versatile and nutritious snack that can be enjoyed on their own or used in salads, sandwiches, and more. This method ensures perfectly cooked eggs with easy-to-peel shells every time.
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- Water
Instructions
- Step 1: Place a single layer of eggs in a saucepan. Fill with cool water until it covers the eggs by at least ½ inch.
- Step 2: Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat. Once boiling, cover the saucepan and remove it from the heat.
- Step 3: Let the eggs stand in the covered saucepan for 15 to 17 minutes for large eggs.
- Step 4: While the eggs are resting, prepare a bowl of ice water. After the time is up, transfer the eggs to the ice water and let them cool for at least 5 minutes.
- Step 5: To peel, gently roll each egg on the counter to crack the shell, then peel under cold running water for easier shell removal.
Tips & Variations
- Use slightly older eggs for easier peeling; very fresh eggs can be harder to peel.
- Adjust resting time slightly for smaller or larger eggs—reduce by 1 to 2 minutes for medium eggs, increase for extra-large.
- Add a pinch of baking soda to the boiling water to help loosen shells further.
Storage
Store hard boiled eggs in their shells in the refrigerator for up to one week. For peeled eggs, keep them submerged in water in a sealed container or wrapped in damp paper towels to maintain freshness. Reheat by letting them come to room temperature or enjoy cold.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
How do I know when hard boiled eggs are fully cooked?
After the resting period, the yolks should be fully set and have a pale yellow color with a firm texture. If you prefer a slightly softer yolk, reduce the resting time by a minute or two.
Why is it helpful to cool eggs in ice water?
Cooling eggs in ice water stops the cooking process immediately, preventing overcooking and helping to make peeling easier by contracting the egg inside the shell.
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Perfect Hard Boiled Eggs Recipe
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 6 hard boiled eggs 1x
Description
This recipe for Perfect Hard Boiled Eggs guides you through an easy, foolproof method to achieve eggs with firm whites and fully set yolks without any greenish discoloration. Using a simple stovetop technique followed by an ice bath, these hard boiled eggs are perfect for snacking, salads, or meal prep.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 6 large eggs
- Water (enough to cover eggs by at least ½ inch)
Instructions
- Arrange Eggs: Place a single layer of 6 large eggs in a saucepan to avoid cracking during cooking.
- Add Water: Fill the saucepan with cool water, covering the eggs by at least ½ inch.
- Bring to Boil: Heat the water over high heat until it reaches a rolling boil.
- Remove and Cover: Once boiling, cover the saucepan and remove it from the heat to let the eggs cook gently in the residual heat.
- Let Eggs Stand: Let the covered eggs stand for 15-17 minutes to reach the perfect hard-cooked texture.
- Prepare Ice Bath: While eggs are standing, prepare a bowl of ice water to immediately stop the cooking process.
- Cool Eggs: Transfer the eggs to the ice water bath and let them cool for at least 5 minutes.
- Peel Eggs: To peel, gently roll each egg on the counter to crack the shell, then peel under cold running water for easier removal.
Notes
- Use older eggs for easier peeling as fresh eggs tend to be harder to peel.
- Adjust standing time slightly for smaller or extra-large eggs: 14-15 minutes for medium, 18 minutes for extra-large.
- Do not boil eggs too long to avoid green yolk rings and rubbery whites.
- Peeling under running water helps wash away shell fragments and makes peeling cleaner.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (eggs cook in residual heat after boiling water is removed)
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: hard boiled eggs, easy boiled eggs, how to boil eggs, stovetop eggs, perfect hard eggs, egg peeling tips
