Description
This hands-off method for air fryer hard-boiled eggs eliminates boiling water, making it perfect for quick meal prep. The circulating hot air cooks eggs to firm whites and creamy yolks that peel easily.
Ingredients
- 6–12 large eggs (cold, straight from the fridge)
- 4 cups ice cubes
- 4 cups cold water
Instructions
- Set your air fryer to 270°F (132°C) and preheat for 2–3 minutes.
- Carefully place the cold eggs in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving space between them.
- Air fry the eggs at 270°F (132°C) for 15–17 minutes. Use 15 minutes for slightly softer yolks or 17 minutes for firm yolks.
- While eggs cook, fill a large bowl with ice cubes and cold water for the ice bath.
- When the timer ends, immediately transfer the hot eggs into the ice water bath using tongs.
- Let the eggs sit in the ice bath for at least 5 minutes to stop cooking and loosen the membrane.
- Crack the shells gently and peel the eggs under cool running water for the smoothest results.
- Serve or store the eggs.
Notes
- Test one egg first to find your perfect timing (15, 16, or 17 minutes) as air fryer wattages vary.
- Do not overcrowd the basket; keep eggs in a single layer for even airflow.
- The ice bath is essential for easy peeling; it creates the necessary thermal shock.
- Peel eggs under running water to help remove small shell pieces.
- Store unpeeled eggs in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. Peeled eggs last 2–3 days.
- Do not freeze hard-boiled eggs.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American