Air Fryer Hard-Boiled Eggs
Prep Time: 1 minute
Cook Time: 15–17 minutes
Cool Time: 5 minutes
Servings: As many as you want (up to 6–8 at a time)
Ingredients:
- Eggs (fresh or slightly older eggs peel easier)
- Cold water (for the ice bath)
Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat the Air Fryer (optional)
- Preheat your air fryer to 270°F–275°F (132°C–135°C).
- If your model doesn’t have preheat, just add 1–2 extra minutes of cooking time.
Step 2: Place the Eggs in the Basket
- Carefully place eggs in the air fryer basket.
- Make sure they’re not touching for even cooking.
Step 3: Cook the Eggs
- Set the air fryer to 270°F (132°C).
- Cook for:
- 15 minutes for hard-boiled
- 13 minutes for medium
- 10–11 minutes for soft-boiled
Step 4: Cool the Eggs
- Immediately place cooked eggs in a bowl of ice water for 5–10 minutes.
- This stops the cooking and makes peeling easier.
Step 5: Peel and Serve
- Tap gently on the counter and peel.
- Enjoy plain, with salt and pepper, or use in salads or sandwiches.
Storage:
- Unpeeled: Store in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- Peeled: Store in an airtight container with a damp paper towel to keep them moist.
Tips:
- Older eggs peel easier than very fresh ones.
- You can batch-cook multiple eggs at once depending on your air fryer size.