I love exploring creative twists in the kitchen and discovered an effortless way to make easy hard boiled eggs that never disappoint. Using my air fryer I create cooked eggs with a unique balance of flavor and texture. Every bite sparks curiosity and invites you to experience this inventive treat.
I’ve always been a fan of eggs and I eat one almost every day – sometimes even tossing one in my salad. I stumbled upon this fun method to create hard boiled eggs in my air fryer and trust me, it adds a whole lotta sass to a classic.
I start with six large eggs (or more if you’re feeling extra hungry) and let the air fryer do its magic at 300 degrees. After a short while, I plop them into a bowl filled with just enough water and a handful of ice cubes to cool them off quickly.
A sprinkle of salt and an optional dash of pepper later, and you’ve got yourself a kickin’ twist on the regular boiled egg cook time. This easy hack is my go-to when I want a fast, no-fuss version of Airfryer Hard Boiled Eggs that still leaves me excited every time I prepare them.
Enjoy trying it out!
Why I Like this Recipe
1. I really like how fast and simple it is to make these eggs in the air fryer. I don’t have to wait for a pot of water to boil or deal with messy pots on the stove.
2. I love that the ice bath makes it so much easier to peel the eggs afterwards. It saves me time and the eggs always come out smooth and perfect.
3. The recipe gives me the freedom to control how much salt and pepper i add, which means i can get the exact flavor i want every time.
4. Since i eat an egg almost everyday, this recipe fits great with my routine and it comes out delicious no matter if i add it to my salad or just eat it on its own.
Ingredients
- Eggs are an exceptional protein-packed food, offering abundant vitamins, essential minerals, and energy for growth.
- Fresh water cools eggs evenly, always aiding proper peeling while ensuring a perfect finished texture.
- Ice cubes rapidly chill eggs, stopping overcooking and locking in their irresistibly creamy centers effectively.
- Salt
Ingredient Quantities
- 6 large eggs (or more if youre feeling extra hungry)
- Water (just enough to fill a bowl for the ice bath)
- Ice cubes (a handful or so to properly cool the eggs)
- Salt (to sprinkle after cooking to tame the flavor)
- Pepper (optional if youre into a bit more kick)
How to Make this
1. Preheat your air fryer to 270°F so it’s ready to go while you prep everything.
2. Place the 6 large eggs in the air fryer basket making sure they dont touch each other too much.
3. Set the timer for 16 minutes and let them cook in the air fryer.
4. While the eggs are cooking, fill a bowl with enough water and throw in a handful of ice cubes to make a proper ice bath.
5. When the timer goes off, carefully take the eggs out using tongs or a spoon.
6. Immediately drop the eggs into the ice bath so they cool quickly and stop cooking further.
7. Let the eggs chill in the ice bath for 5 to 10 minutes.
8. Once cooled, peel the eggs and sprinkle a little salt over them, then add pepper if you like a bit more kick.
9. Enjoy the egg goodness in your salad or eat them on their own whenever you crave a protein boost!Equipment Needed
1. Air fryer with an included basket (make sure it allows some space so that the eggs dont touch each other)
2. A medium to large bowl for creating your ice bath
3. Tongs or a sturdy spoon for safely removing the eggs once they’re done cooking
4. A timer (if your air fryer doesn’t have one built in)These are the must-have items to get your recipe done smoothly.
FAQ
Easy Hard Boiled Eggs In Air Fryer A Cup Full Of Sass Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- Instead of large eggs, you can sometimes use duck eggs or even quail eggs if you feel like mixin it up. Just keep in mind they might need a bit less or more time in the fryer.
- If you don’t like the taste of plain tap water, try substitutin it with filtered or spring water for a cleaner flavor during the ice bath.
- Can’t find ice cubes? Chill a bottle of water in the freezer and dunk your eggs in the cold water from that instead.
- Swap out regular salt for sea salt or kosher salt if you want that extra zing to compliment your eggs after cooking.
- Not a fan of pepper? A light dusting of chili powder or even a pinch of paprika can give your eggs a fun smokey twist.
Pro Tips
1. Make sure you leave some space between the eggs in the air fryer so they cook evenly, coz if they touch, you might get uneven results.
2. Use a really cold ice bath and dump the eggs in immediately when they’re done – that stops them from overcooking and keeps the yolks from getting that greenish ring.
3. If you find peeling the eggs a pain, gently tap them all over before putting in the ice bath so the shell cracks easier later on.
4. Season your eggs just after you peel them while they’re still a bit warm, coz salt and pepper stick better to the surface then.Easy Hard Boiled Eggs In Air Fryer A Cup Full Of Sass Recipe
My favorite Easy Hard Boiled Eggs In Air Fryer A Cup Full Of Sass Recipe
Equipment Needed:
1. Air fryer with an included basket (make sure it allows some space so that the eggs dont touch each other)
2. A medium to large bowl for creating your ice bath
3. Tongs or a sturdy spoon for safely removing the eggs once they’re done cooking
4. A timer (if your air fryer doesn’t have one built in)These are the must-have items to get your recipe done smoothly.
Ingredients:
- 6 large eggs (or more if youre feeling extra hungry)
- Water (just enough to fill a bowl for the ice bath)
- Ice cubes (a handful or so to properly cool the eggs)
- Salt (to sprinkle after cooking to tame the flavor)
- Pepper (optional if youre into a bit more kick)
Instructions:
1. Preheat your air fryer to 270°F so it’s ready to go while you prep everything.
2. Place the 6 large eggs in the air fryer basket making sure they dont touch each other too much.
3. Set the timer for 16 minutes and let them cook in the air fryer.
4. While the eggs are cooking, fill a bowl with enough water and throw in a handful of ice cubes to make a proper ice bath.
5. When the timer goes off, carefully take the eggs out using tongs or a spoon.
6. Immediately drop the eggs into the ice bath so they cool quickly and stop cooking further.
7. Let the eggs chill in the ice bath for 5 to 10 minutes.
8. Once cooled, peel the eggs and sprinkle a little salt over them, then add pepper if you like a bit more kick.
9. Enjoy the egg goodness in your salad or eat them on their own whenever you crave a protein boost!
