Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs are the best hard-boiled eggs that you will ever try! They are cooked in a hot air fryer and come out perfect every single time. And, they take less time than boiling them on the stove top.
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Why you'll love this recipe
✔️ The eggs come out perfect every single time, this is 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 you don't have to worry about them cracking while boiling, it's my new favorite method!
Ingredients
For the exact measurements, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- eggs
Instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. For the complete directions just scroll down to the bottom!
- Preheat the air fryer.
- Place the wire rack inside the basket. Add the eggs to the top of the rack.
- Set the temperature to 250 degrees and the time to 16 minutes.
- Fill a large bowl with water and ice cubes.
- 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.
- Peel eggs and enjoy!
Equipment
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- This is the 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
It only takes 16 minutes to hard boil eggs in the air fryer!
Yes, it is best to cook the eggs on a wire rack so that they cook evenly on all sides.
You can use large or extra-large eggs for this recipe.
This depends on the size of your air fryer. With a large air fryer, you can cook up to 6 eggs at a time. Just be sure to not overcrowd the air fryer basket.
There are several methods, but my favorite easy way to peel hard boiled eggs is under running water.
Things to know
- Different air fryers cook differently so your cooking time may vary. Start with a test batch to check the cooking time for your 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 cook time by two minutes if you want a soft-boiled egg.
- For soft-boiled eggs, cook for 10-12 minutes at 250 degrees.
- 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.
Related recipes
- If you love easy air fryer recipes that can save you time in the kitchen, then give the Air Fryer Garlic Bread or Air Fryer Baked Potato recipes a try.
- One of the easiest ways to make shrimp is in the air fryer if you ask me. 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 not only healthy but also fresh and delicious? Look no further than this Air Fryer Pineapple recipe.
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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Air Fryer Eggs
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- 1 ice water bath
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Instructions
- Place the wire rack inside the basket. Place eggs on the top of the rack.
- Set the temperature to 250 degrees and the time to 16 minutes.
- When the timer is up, remove the basket and using a pair of tongs, remove the eggs and place the eggs in an ice water bath.
- Peel eggs and enjoy!
Notes
- For a soft boiled egg, cook for 8 minutes at 250 degrees.
- For extra large eggs, you may need to cook for 2 minutes longer.
Kirsten Ferreira
Hi. Is it 250 deg F or C ?
Bowl Me Over
Hey Kirsten it's 250 degrees Fahrenheit.