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Perfect Hard Boiled Eggs

Perfect hard boiled eggs are the base for an amazing snack, appetizer or breakfast!

Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
2 mins
Additional Time
5 mins
Total Time
23 mins
Servings: 6 eggs
Calories: 62 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Breakfast , Snacks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 6 large eggs
  • water

Instructions

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  1. Place a single layer of eggs in a saucepan. Fill with cool water to at least ½-inch above the eggs.
  2. Bring water to a rolling boil over high heat. Cover and remove from heat.
  3. Let stand covered for 15-17 minutes (for large eggs).
  4. Meanwhile, prepare a bowl of ice water. Once the eggs have rested, transfer to the ice water for at least 5 minutes.
  5. To peel, gently roll the egg on the counter until the shell cracks, and then peel the eggs under cold running water.

Notes

  • Cooking Times
  • This recipe uses eggs cold from of the fridge (not room temperature eggs). If using room temperature eggs, cooking time may need to be adjusted.
  • This recipe is made using large eggs.  If using medium or extra large eggs, cooking time will vary by a minute or two.
  • Older eggs will peel better than fresh eggs
  • There is no need to add anything to your boiling water  (like vinegar or baking soda).
  • Prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with ice water. This helps stop the eggs from cooking and helps them to peel nicely.
  • Allow the eggs to sit for 15-17 minutes (for large eggs) for hard boiled eggs.
  • Allow the eggs to sit for 8-10 minutes (for large eggs) for jammy yolks.
  • Allow the eggs to sit for 6-8 minutes (for large eggs) for soft boiled.

Nutrition Information

Calories 62 (3%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 4g (6%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Cholesterol 163mg (54%) Sodium 62mg (3%) Potassium 60mg (2%) Vitamin A 240IU (5%) Calcium 25mg (3%) Iron 0.8mg (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6eggs

Amount Per Serving

Calories 62

% Daily Value*

Calories 62 3%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 4g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 163mg 54%
Sodium 62mg 3%
Potassium 60mg 1%
Vitamin A 240IU 5%
Calcium 25mg 3%
Iron 0.8mg 4%

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