Instructions for the Perfect Hard Boiled Egg
Achieve flawlessly cooked, easy-to-peel hard boiled eggs every single time with these foolproof instructions! With just three simple ingredients—large eggs, water, and ice—this method ensures the perfect balance of creamy yolks and tender whites. The step-by-step process includes bringing the eggs to a rolling boil, letting them rest in hot water, and finishing with an ice bath to stop cooking and make peeling a breeze. Ideal for meal prep, salads, snacks, or breakfast on the go, these hard boiled eggs are ready in under 20 minutes. Follow this guide to create the ultimate versatile kitchen staple, and enjoy perfectly cooked eggs with minimal effort!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large Eggs
- as needed to cover eggs Water
- 2 cups Ice
Instructions
Place the eggs in a single layer at the bottom of a medium-sized saucepan. Do not overcrowd them.
Fill the saucepan with enough cold water to cover the eggs by about 1 inch.
Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the water to a rolling boil.
Once the water reaches a strong boil, turn off the heat, cover the pot with a lid, and let the eggs sit in the hot water for 12 minutes.
While the eggs are cooking, prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with cold water and ice.
After 12 minutes, use a slotted spoon to transfer the eggs from the hot water into the ice bath. Let them sit in the ice water for at least 5 minutes to cool completely.
Gently tap the eggs on a hard surface to crack the shells, then peel under running water for easier shell removal.
Enjoy your perfectly hard boiled eggs immediately or store them in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
432 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.5 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.4 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1116 mg | 372% | |
| Sodium | 433 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.2 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 37.7 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.2 mcg | 31% | |
| Calcium | 182 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 414 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
