Description
Elevate your snack or breakfast game with these foolproof hard boiled eggs that are never rubbery or gray. This easy recipe delivers perfectly cooked whites and creamy golden yolks every time, using a simple boil-and-sit method followed by a quick ice bath. Whether you’re meal prepping, making deviled eggs, or adding protein to salads and toast, this reliable method will become a kitchen go-to. It’s a great option for anyone looking for quick breakfast, healthy snack, easy recipe, or meal prep food ideas that don’t skimp on satisfaction.
Ingredients
6 large eggs
Water (enough to cover eggs by 1 inch)
Ice (for ice bath)
Instructions
1. Place eggs in a single layer in a saucepan and cover with cold water by 1 inch.
2. Bring water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
3. Once boiling, cover the pot with a lid and remove from heat.
4. Let sit for 10-12 minutes depending on desired yolk firmness.
5. Transfer eggs immediately to an ice water bath for at least 5-10 minutes.
6. Peel under running water or in the bowl to ease shell removal.
7. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to one week.
Notes
Older eggs peel more easily than fresh eggs—ideal if you’re planning ahead.
Don’t skip the ice bath; it halts cooking and prevents overdone yolks.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Boiled
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
Keywords: hard boiled eggs, quick breakfast, meal prep, protein snack