Air Fryer Boiled Eggs (Printable)

Tender whites and creamy yolks cooked with ease using an air fryer method for simple preparation.

# What you'll need:

→ Eggs

01 - 6 large eggs

# Preparation steps:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 275°F for 3 minutes.
02 - Gently arrange the eggs in the air fryer basket ensuring they do not touch.
03 - Air fry at 275°F for 14 to 16 minutes, depending on desired yolk consistency (14 minutes for slightly softer yolks, 16 minutes for fully cooked).
04 - While the eggs cook, fill a bowl with ice water.
05 - Transfer the eggs immediately to the ice water and let them sit for 5 minutes to halt cooking and loosen shells.
06 - Gently crack and peel the eggs. Serve immediately or store as preferred.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • The shells peel away like they're begging to leave your hands, even on the first try.
  • No pot means no cleanup and no steam explosions when you're not expecting them.
  • You can make a whole dozen while your hands stay cool and dry the entire time.
02 -
  • The ice bath is not optional—it's the difference between a shell that clings for dear life and one that releases like it never belonged there.
  • Don't rush the cooling step; five minutes feels like forever when you're hungry, but it's what guarantees those easy peels every single time.
03 -
  • If your air fryer basket is small, don't crowd it—cook in batches if you need to, because the eggs won't cook evenly if they're packed tight.
  • The peel-away moment is almost therapeutic; if you find yourself peeling them slowly just to enjoy the process, that's completely normal and totally encouraged.
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