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How to Hard Boil Eggs

Hard Boiled Eggs are an amazing base for so many recipes, and knowing how to cook them perfectly every time is an important kitchen skill. Come learn the best way to make hard boiled eggs, as well as how to easily peel them and other tips and tricks.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Additional Time
10 mins
Total Time
27 mins
Servings: 8 eggs
Calories: 72 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 8 eggs
  • water

Instructions

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  1. Place eggs in a large saucepan. Cover with water, making sure there is at least 1” of water over the tops of the eggs.
  2. Turn on the heat, and bring to a rolling boil.
  3. Turn off the heat, and cover with a lid. Let sit for 10-11 minutes.
  4. Remove from the water, and place in a bowl with ice cubes. Let cool for 10-15 minutes, or until no longer hot to touch.
  5. Crack the eggs on the bottom, and peel carefully. If need be, rinse the eggs to remove all the shell.
  6. Enjoy immediately or add to another recipe of your choosing.

Notes

  • Hard boiled eggs will keep in the fridge for about a week, give or take a few days. They will keep better if you leave the shell on and peel them right before you’re ready to eat them. However, it’s important to smell them to confirm they’re OK before eating if they have been in your refrigerator for longer than a few days.
  • Start with cold water and eggs. They’ll warm up together and begin cooking. Your timer won’t start until the water is at a rolling boil, and you’ve turned OFF the heat and covered the pot.
  • Don’t skip the ice bath. Not only will the ice bath stop the eggs from cooking any longer, but it will aid in the peeling process.
  • Scale or downsize this recipe for your needs. Just keep in mind that more eggs will need a larger pan to cook in while fewer can be cooked in a smaller pot.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1g Calories 72kcal (4%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Cholesterol 186mg (62%) Sodium 71mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8eggs

Amount Per Serving

Calories 72

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 72kcal 4%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Cholesterol 186mg 62%
Sodium 71mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.