How to Make Hard Boiled Eggs

Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 15 minutes | Chilling Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes

This easy method for how to hard boil eggs works every time! They're easy to peel, and they have perfect yellow yolks. Enjoy them as a snack, add them to salads, and more!

Equipment
  • Medium Pot
  • Glass Bowls

Ingredients

  • Large eggs

Instructions

  1. Place eggs in a medium pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil, then cover the pot and turn off the heat. Let the eggs cook, covered, for 9 to 12 minutes, depending on your desired done-ness (see photo).
  2. Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water and chill for 14 minutes. This makes the eggs easier to peel. Peel and enjoy!

Notes

  • Eggs may vary based on size, type, and freshness. Farm-fresh eggs are more difficult to peel than older eggs.

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