Perfect Hard Boiled Eggs (Printable)

Tender whites and creamy yolks achieved with easy cooking steps for versatile, satisfying eggs.

# What You'll Need:

→ Eggs

01 - 6 large eggs

→ Water & Seasoning

02 - Cold water, enough to cover eggs by 1 inch
03 - 1 teaspoon salt (optional, to prevent cracking)

# How to Make It:

01 - Place eggs in a single layer in a saucepan and add cold water to cover them by at least 1 inch.
02 - Optionally, add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water to help prevent cracking and facilitate peeling.
03 - Set the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the water to a rolling boil.
04 - Once boiling, immediately cover the pan with a lid and remove it from the heat source.
05 - Let the eggs sit covered for 10 to 12 minutes; 10 minutes yields slightly creamy yolks, 12 minutes yields fully set centers.
06 - While eggs rest, prepare a large bowl filled with ice water.
07 - Transfer eggs to the ice water bath using a slotted spoon and cool for at least 5 minutes.
08 - Gently crack and peel the eggs under running cold water to remove shells easily.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Simple and quick preparation
  • Perfectly cooked eggs every time
02 -
  • Use eggs that are 7–10 days old for easier peeling
  • Adding vinegar to the water may help prevent cracking
03 -
  • Start timing as soon as you remove the pot from heat
  • Cool eggs quickly in ice water to stop cooking
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