This Air Fryer Hard-Boiled Eggs recipe is a fool-proof method to get quick, easy-peel eggs ready in a snap. Pop them in the basket, set the timer, and simply sit back and relax! Enjoy soft-boiled eggs for breakfast, or use hard-boiled eggs in a variety of foods and snacks, like egg salad.
Easy Air Fryer Eggs Recipe
Like most of you, I have made hard-boiled eggs the old-fashioned way on the stovetop for years. Then I learned how to make Instant Pot Hard-Boiled Eggs and thought my world had been turned upside-down.
However, the easiest way BY FAR is these Air Fryer Eggs.
I had no idea this was even a possibility until recently! Honestly, I wasn’t sure it would work. After all, there is no water involved!
But, the first time I tested it out it worked like magic. Hard-boiled eggs with easy-to-peel shells that come out perfect every time. You can also either make hard-boiled or soft-boiled eggs by simply adjusting the cooking time a few minutes.
This is one of those air fryer recipes you will be using again and again.
Hard-boiled eggs are a simple and nutritious breakfast that can be served up with a sprinkle of salt and pepper alongside a slice of toast.
Next time you need hard-boiled eggs for your favorite recipe, or are craving a keto snack, you’ve got to try making them in the air fryer!
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How to Air Fry Eggs
Please see the recipe card below for more detailed ingredient amounts.
1. Add to Basket
Either a 4-quart or 6-quart air fryer will work. The larger the basket, the more eggs that will fit. Place eggs in a single layer in the basket. Avoid excess shaking or movement while placing the eggs on the wire rack so that they don’t hit each other and crack.
Be sure to grab eggs straight from the refrigerator. If the eggs have been at room temperature, you’ll need to reduce the cook time by 1-2 minutes.
2. Cook in Air Fryer
Set the air fryer to 270°F (or 275°F) and preheat for 2-3 minutes. Do NOT set the temperature above 300°F. At higher temperatures, eggs won’t cook at a slow enough rate and will end up burning. Also, the peel will be really difficult to remove.
Cook the eggs for 12-13 minutes for soft-boiled eggs or 15-16 minutes for hard-boiled eggs.
3. Ice Water Bath
While the eggs are cooking, combine ice and cold water in a large bowl.
As soon as the the timer goes off, place the eggs in the ice water bath. You want to stop the eggs from cooking by cooling them off quickly. Leave them in the water for at least 5 minutes or up to 10.
4. Easy-Peel Eggs
Once the eggs are cooled, crack the rounded bottom on a hard surface. Working around the egg, gently remove the peel. If the egg shells are not coming off easily, try running them under running water.
FAQs
Yes! Along with hard boiling an egg in an air fryer, you can make a fried egg as well. Cook a cracked egg on an aluminum foil-lined air fryer basket and cook at 350°F for 4-8 minutes, depending on how runny you want the yolk.
Eggs are incredibly healthy, especially when made in the air fryer! They are full of vitamins, minerals, and iron and a great source of protein. Making eggs in an air fryer is also a healthy way to prepare them as little oil is needed.
After preheating your airfryer, cook eggs in a single layer for 12-16 minutes, depending on how runny or firm you’d like the yolk.
Recipe Tip
- Preheat the air fryer. Be sure to allow a few minutes for the airfryer to heat up in order to fully cook them.
- Keep ’em cold. Take the eggs straight from the refrigerator for the most predictable timing.
- Check the time. Depending on how runny the yolks need to be, cook the eggs for more or less time.
- Put ’em on ice. Have the ice bath ready so the eggs can cool down immediately after cooking.
- Running water. If the shell is being difficult, try peeling the egg under running water.
What to Serve with Hard-Boiled Eggs?
There are so many breakfast recipes that will complement this simple protein. This Chicken Breakfast Sausage Recipe and this Chicken Apple Sausage are both family favorites at home! (Made with this homemade breakfast sausage seasoning, of course!)
Want something a little sweet to pair with the savory? These Applesauce Muffins and Coffee Cake Muffins are always a huge hit for breakfast!
Ways to Use Air Fryer Eggs
Check out these delicious recipes that use hard-boiled eggs:
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Ingredients
- 6 large eggs straight from refrigerator
Instructions
- Air Fry the Eggs: Preheat air fryer to 270°F (or 275°F) for 2-3 minutes.* Place eggs in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 12-13 minutes for soft-boiled eggs and 15-16 minutes for hard-boiled eggs.6 large eggs
- Add to Ice Bath: While the eggs are cooking, prepare an ice bath. Load a large bowl with ice and then fill with water until it is ¾ full. Once eggs are done cooking, immediately immerse them in the ice water bath for 5-10 minutes, or until cool to the touch.
- Peel the Eggs: Start by hitting the rounded bottom end of the egg on a hard surface and then rolling until it has cracks all over it. Be careful not to apply too much pressure when rolling so that you don’t break the egg. Begin peeling the egg at the rounded end. If you have difficulty, run it under cold running water while you peel to help loosen up the membrane. Repeat with the remaining eggs.
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Notes
- Preheat the air fryer. Be sure to allow a few minutes for the airfryer to heat up in order to fully cook them.
- Keep ’em cold. Take the eggs straight from the refrigerator for the most predictable timing.
- Check the time. Depending on how runny the yolks need to be, cook the eggs for more or less time.
- Put ’em on ice. Have the ice bath ready so the eggs can cool down immediately after cooking.
- Running water. If the shell is being difficult, try peeling the egg under running water.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
You forgot to put the temp to cook at, you did mention the temp to preheat though. I’m winging it at 310 F right now!
Hi Annie! How did they turn out? If they were a little overcooked, try leaving it at 270 or 275℉ next time.