Easy Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs Recipe for Perfect Peeling Every Time
This easy air fryer hard boiled eggs recipe delivers perfectly cooked eggs with tender whites and creamy yolks that peel effortlessly every time. Quick, fuss-free, and consistent, it’s ideal for snacks, salads, and meal prep.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- Large eggs (fresh or a few days old)
- Cold water (for ice bath)
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 270°F (130°C) and allow it to heat up for about 3 minutes.
- Arrange the eggs in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding stacking or crowding. Use 6 to 8 eggs at a time for even cooking.
- Air fry the eggs at 270°F (130°C) for 15 minutes for large eggs. For extra-large eggs, add 1-2 minutes.
- While eggs cook, fill a large heatproof bowl with cold water and add plenty of ice cubes to create an ice bath.
- Use a slotted spoon or tongs to carefully transfer the hot eggs into the ice bath immediately after cooking to stop the cooking process.
- Let the eggs soak in the ice water for at least 10 minutes to cool and make peeling easier.
- Tap each egg gently on a hard surface to crack the shell, then peel starting from the wider end where the air pocket is. Peel under running water if shells are stubborn.
Notes
Use eggs that are a few days old for easier peeling. Do not skip the ice bath as it stops cooking instantly and helps the shell separate. Avoid stacking eggs in the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking. Peel eggs gently starting from the wider end. If shells stick, peel under running water.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large egg
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0.6
- Sodium: 70
- Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 0.6
- Protein: 6
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