Air Fryer Boiled Eggs Hack (Printable Version)

Tender whites and creamy yolks cooked effortlessly in an air fryer with easy peeling.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Eggs

01 - 6 large eggs

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 275°F for 3 minutes.
02 - Place the 6 large eggs gently into the air fryer basket, ensuring they do not touch each other.
03 - Cook the eggs at 275°F for 14 to 16 minutes, depending on preferred yolk consistency (14 minutes for softer yolks, 16 minutes for fully set yolks).
04 - While eggs are cooking, fill a bowl with ice water.
05 - Immediately transfer eggs to the ice water bath and let sit for 5 minutes to halt cooking and facilitate peeling.
06 - Gently crack the shells and peel the eggs. Serve immediately or store refrigerated.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • The shells practically fall away, no more fighting with stubborn bits clinging to the whites.
  • Perfect for meal prep because you can make six at once and they keep for a whole week.
  • No boiling water means less steam, fewer burned fingers, and a cleaner kitchen.
02 -
  • The ice bath is non-negotiable—skipping it means a gray-green ring around the yolk and shells that stick like they've got a personal vendetta against you.
  • Different air fryer models run slightly hot or cool, so the first time you make these, check at 14 minutes and adjust your timing from there for future batches.
03 -
  • Roll the cooled eggs gently on the counter before you start peeling—it cracks the shell all over and makes it peel in bigger, satisfying pieces.
  • If you're making these for meal prep and serving them cold later, peel and store them in the same container so you save dishes and they don't dry out.
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