Description
A simple and efficient method to make hard boiled eggs using an air fryer, resulting in perfectly cooked eggs that are easy to peel.
Ingredients
- Large eggs: 6 eggs
- Salt: Optional for seasoning
- Ice: For ice bath (optional but recommended)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 270°F (130°C) for 3-5 minutes.
- Carefully place 6 large eggs in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not touching.
- Cook the eggs at 270°F (130°C) for 15-17 minutes.
- Prepare an ice bath by filling a bowl with ice and cold water.
- Once cooking time is up, carefully remove the eggs and place them in the ice bath for 5-10 minutes.
- After cooling, gently tap each egg on a hard surface to crack the shell and peel under running water if needed.
- Season with salt if desired and serve.
Notes
- Use eggs that are at least a week old for easier peeling.
- Adjust cooking time based on your preference for yolk consistency.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket.
- Experiment with cooking temperatures for desired results.
- Store leftover eggs in the refrigerator with shells on for freshness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-17 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg
- Calories: 68
- Sugar: 0.6g
- Sodium: 62mg
- Fat: 4.8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0.6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 186mg
Keywords: hard boiled eggs, air fryer, easy recipe, protein snack