Pin it Achieve flawlessly cooked hard-boiled eggs with tender whites and creamy yolks—ideal for snacks, salads, or sandwiches.
This method has consistently given me perfect hard-boiled eggs that my family loves for breakfast and snacks.
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
- 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.
Pin it Sharing these eggs during family breakfasts has become a cherished morning routine.
Required Tools
Saucepan with lid Slotted spoon Large bowl Timer
Allergen Information
Contains eggs Individuals with egg allergies should avoid this recipe.
Nutritional Information
Calories 70 Total Fat 5 g Carbohydrates 1 g Protein 6 g (per serving 1 egg)
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Recipe FAQs
- → How do I prevent eggs from cracking while boiling?
Add a teaspoon of salt to the water and avoid rapid temperature changes by starting with cold water to minimize cracking.
- → What is the best way to achieve creamy yolks?
Let the eggs rest covered off heat for about 10 minutes to maintain a slightly creamy center without overcooking.
- → How can I make peeling the eggs easier?
Use eggs that are 7-10 days old and cool them in an ice bath after cooking for easier peeling under running water.
- → Can I add seasoning during boiling?
Adding salt to the water can help prevent cracking; however, seasoning is best added after cooking for flavor control.
- → How long can cooked eggs be stored safely?
Store peeled or unpeeled cooked eggs in the refrigerator for up to one week to maintain freshness.