Perfect Hard-Boiled Eggs

Achieve flawlessly cooked hard-boiled eggs with tender whites and creamy yolks—ideal for snacks, salads, or sandwiches.

I have always struggled with peeling hard-boiled eggs easily until I found this foolproof method that makes peeling a breeze.

Ingredients

• Eggs: 6 large eggs
• Water & Seasoning: Cold water, enough to cover eggs by 1 inch
• Water & Seasoning: 1 teaspoon salt (optional, helps prevent cracking)

Instructions

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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.

Bake lasagna, casseroles, and roasted dishes evenly, then serve straight from oven to table.

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Bake lasagna, casseroles, and roasted dishes evenly, then serve straight from oven to table.

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My family enjoys these eggs as quick snacks or sliced over salads, making mornings and lunches much easier.

Tips for Storage

Keep hard-boiled eggs in a covered container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness and prevent odors.

Variations

Add a sprinkle of salt, cracked pepper, or paprika before serving for added flavor.

Health Benefits

Hard-boiled eggs are a low-calorie, high-protein snack that supports muscle repair and provides essential nutrients.

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With this method, you are guaranteed perfectly cooked, easy-to-peel hard-boiled eggs every time.

Recipe Q&A

→ How long should eggs rest after boiling?

Eggs should rest covered off the heat for 10 to 12 minutes depending on whether you prefer slightly creamy or fully set yolks.

→ Why add salt to the boiling water?

Salt helps prevent eggshells from cracking and can make peeling easier afterward.

→ What is the purpose of the ice water bath?

The ice water bath cools eggs quickly to stop cooking and firm the whites, making peeling simpler.

→ Does egg freshness affect peeling?

Eggs that are 7 to 10 days old peel more easily than very fresh eggs.

→ How should cooked eggs be stored?

Keep peeled or unpeeled eggs refrigerated and consume within one week for best quality.