Air Fryer Boiled Eggs

Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs are the best hard-boiled eggs ever! They are cooked in a hot air fryer and come out perfectly every time. And they take less time than boiling them on the stovetop, love that!

Next time try this yummy Air Fryer Quesadilla Recipe. This is SUCH an easy recipe!

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• Why you'll love this recipe
• Ingredients
• Instructions 
• Equipment
• FAQ's
• Things to know
• Variations
• Storage
• Easy air fryer recipes
• Serve with
• Air Fryer Eggs

Why you'll love this recipe

✔️ The air fryer cooks the eggs perfectly every single time. Of course there are several different ways to boil eggs. This is my preferred method. I've found it better than the stove top. It's the best way to get perfect results every time!

✔️ This easy egg recipe is perfect for weekly meal prep and makes the best egg salad sandwiches.

✔️ The best part is with the air fryer method you don't have to worry about the outer shell of the egg cracking while boiling. It's my new favorite method!

Ingredients

Please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for the exact measurements. 

• eggs

Instructions 

This is an overview of the instructions. For the complete directions just scroll down to the bottom!

1. Preheat the air fryer.
2. Place the wire rack inside the basket. Add the eggs to the top of the air fryer rack.
3. Set the temperature to 250 degrees and the time to 16 minutes.
4. Fill a large bowl with water and ice cubes.
5. When the timer is up, remove the basket and using a pair of tongs, remove the eggs and place the eggs in the bowl of ice water.
6. Peel eggs and enjoy!

Equipment

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• This is the 6-quart air fryer model I use and I love it! And it comes with a rack as well.
• Tongs to grab those hot eggs. (plus these comes in a ton of colors, super fun!)
• Large bowl - these nesting bowls are terrific and have lids. My new favorites!

FAQ's

Things to know

• Different air fryers cook differently so the cook time may vary. Start with a test batch to check the cooking time for the egg yolk for the hard-boiled eggs recipe.
• If cooking more than 6 eggs, you will need to cook in batches.
• The ice bath is important to prevent the eggs from overcooking, and it helps them peel better. So, don't forget your bowl of cold water to cool the eggs down quickly.
• Because you are using hot air instead of boiling water, your eggs are less likely to crack, making these hard-boiled eggs perfect to use for Easter Eggs!
• Be sure to place the eggs in a single layer in your air fryer basket. Do not stack the eggs in the basket, you will need to cook in batches if you have more eggs.
• Fresh eggs are harder to peel than older eggs. Using a damp paper towel, will help get those pesky peels off easier.

Good to know 👉 Your eggs may have brown spots on them. That does not mean that the eggs are bad. It is just from the hot air!

Variations

• Reduce the cooking time by two minutes if you want a soft-boiled egg.
• For soft-boiled eggs, cook for 10-12 minutes at 250 degrees, if you prefer a runny yolk.
• For extra-large eggs, you may need to cook for 2 minutes longer.
• Top the eggs with bagel seasoning for a delicious snack
• You can also use these eggs in your favorite salads.

Storage

Refrigerate - Store the eggs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Freezer - You can freeze the hard-boiled eggs, but they will not be as flavorful. Store them in an airtight container for up to four months.

Reheat - To reheat, place them back in the air fryer basket and heat them on low or 250 degrees for a few minutes.

Easy air fryer recipes

Are you new to the air fryer? Don't worry, we have all of your questions answered here - Air Fryer Tips for Beginners.

• Air Fryer Baked Potatoes - Such an easy air fryer recipe! No guesswork for perfectly crispy skin and fluffy insides!
• Air Fryer Bacon - crispy bacon every time without the mess.
• Air Fryer Garlic Bread - it's the perfect amount of butter, garlic and cheese!
• One of the easiest ways to make shrimp is in the air fryer. So, next time you are in the mood for juicy shrimp, give this Air Fryer Shrimp recipe a go.
• Are you looking for a sweet treat that's healthy, fresh and delicious? Look no further than this Air Fryer Pineapple recipe!

Find all of the air fryer recipes here!

Serve with

• If you are looking for a quick breakfast for busy weekday mornings, whip up a batch of these Easy Overnight Oats and serve it with these air fryer hard-boiled eggs.
• Do you enjoy a bowl of fruit in the mornings? This fresh yet slightly spicy Mexican Fruit Salad recipe is a great way to start off your day when you pair it with these boiled eggs.
• Are you looking for a portable breakfast on the run to enjoy with these easy hard-boiled eggs? Look no further than this Chocolate Peanut Butter Smoothie recipe. It's easy to drink on your way to work in the morning.

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