Save Achieve flawlessly cooked hard-boiled eggs with tender whites and creamy yolks—ideal for snacks, salads, or sandwiches.
This is my go-to method for making hard-boiled eggs that peel easily and have the perfect texture.
Ingredients
- Eggs: 6 large eggs
- Water & Seasoning: Cold water enough to cover eggs by 1 inch, 1 teaspoon salt (optional helps prevent cracking)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Place eggs in a single layer in a saucepan Add enough cold water to cover eggs by at least 1 inch
- Step 2:
- (Optional) Add salt to the water to help prevent cracking and make peeling easier
- Step 3:
- Place the pan over medium-high heat and bring the water to a rolling boil
- Step 4:
- Once boiling immediately cover the pan with a lid and remove it from the heat
- Step 5:
- Let the eggs sit covered for exactly 10 12 minutes (10 minutes for slightly creamy centers 12 minutes for fully set yolks)
- Step 6:
- While the eggs are resting prepare a large bowl of ice water
- Step 7:
- After the resting time transfer the eggs to the ice water bath using a slotted spoon Cool for at least 5 minutes
- Step 8:
- Gently crack and peel the eggs under running cold water for the easiest peeling
Save My family loves enjoying these eggs as quick snacks or toppings on salads during busy weekdays.
Required Tools
Saucepan with lid, slotted spoon, large bowl, timer
Allergen Information
Contains eggs Individuals with egg allergies should avoid this recipe
Nutritional Information
Per serving 1 egg: 70 calories, 5 g total fat, 1 g carbohydrates, 6 g protein
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With this simple technique your hard-boiled eggs will turn out perfect every time easy and reliable.
Recipe FAQs
- → How long should hard-boiled eggs rest after boiling?
After boiling, cover the eggs and let them rest for 10 to 12 minutes. Ten minutes yield slightly creamy yolks, while 12 minutes ensure fully set yolks.
- → Why add salt to the boiling water?
Salt helps prevent eggs from cracking during cooking and can make peeling easier afterward.
- → What is the purpose of the ice bath?
The ice bath stops the cooking process immediately, preventing overcooking and making peeling simpler.
- → Can fresh eggs be used for boiling?
Eggs that are 7–10 days old peel more easily than very fresh eggs, improving the final texture and peeling experience.
- → How should hard-boiled eggs be stored?
Store peeled or unpeeled eggs in the refrigerator for up to one week to maintain freshness and safety.