Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs
Whole eggs cooked in the air fryer at 150°C with no water, then cooled in ice water. Soft, jammy or hard in eleven to fifteen minutes.
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How to Make Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs
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Heat the air fryer to 150°C / 300°F for 3 minutes.
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Lay the eggs in the basket in a single layer, without touching.
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Cook 11 minutes for soft, jammy yolks, 13 minutes for medium yolks or 15 minutes for fully set yolks.
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Meanwhile fill a bowl with ice and cold water.
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Use tongs to move the hot eggs straight into the ice bath and leave 5 minutes.
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Crack all over, roll gently and peel under a little running water.
Tips for Making Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs
- Use eggs straight from the fridge so the timing is consistent.
- The ice bath is not optional. It stops the cooking and helps the peel.
- Every air fryer is different. Test one egg first and adjust by a minute.
What to Serve with Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs
- Avocado toast
- Egg salad sandwiches
- A green salad
Storing & Reheating Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs
Refrigerate unpeeled up to 7 days, or peeled up to 3 days in a covered container. Do not freeze whole eggs.
Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs FAQ: Common Questions
How long does Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs take to make?
About 17 minutes in total — 2 minutes of preparation and 15 minutes of cooking. The recipe serves 6.
What are the key tips for making Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs?
Use eggs straight from the fridge so the timing is consistent. The ice bath is not optional. It stops the cooking and helps the peel. Every air fryer is different. Test one egg first and adjust by a minute.
What should I serve with Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs?
Avocado toast; Egg salad sandwiches; A green salad.
Can Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs be made ahead or frozen?
Refrigerate unpeeled up to 7 days, or peeled up to 3 days in a covered container. Do not freeze whole eggs.
Is Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs suitable for a special diet?
This recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, low-carb, keto and no added sugar. Those labels are checked against the ingredient list, so a dish is only marked when nothing in it contradicts the claim.
How many calories are in Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs?
About 73 kcal per serving, with 6 g protein, 1 g carbohydrate and 5 g fat. The figures are calculated from the ingredient list and are an estimate.
Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs Nutrition
Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.
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