Description
A modern twist on a classic staple perfectly boiled eggs made effortlessly in the air fryer. Whether you like them soft, jammy, or hard, this foolproof method saves time and cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs (adjust cooking time for small, medium, or jumbo)
- Ice & cold water (for the ice bath)
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 270°F to 275°F (132–135°C) for 5 minutes. If your model starts at 300°F, subtract 1–2 minutes from cook times below.
- Place eggs in the air fryer basket without crowding.
- Cook to your preferred doneness:
- Soft-Boiled: 9–11 minutes
- Jammy Eggs: 12–13 minutes
- Hard-Boiled: 13–15 minutes
- While eggs cook, prepare an ice bath with ice and cold water.
- Transfer eggs to the ice bath for 4–5 minutes until cool to the touch.
- Crack, roll, and peel the eggs. Serve warm or store for later.
Notes
Use slightly older eggs for easier peeling. Avoid crowding the basket for even airflow. Store peeled eggs in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days. Reheat under warm water avoid microwaving whole peeled eggs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
