This easy method for how to hard boil eggs works every time! They're easy to peel, and they have perfect yellow yolks. Enjoy them as a snack, add them to salads, and more!
Recipe by Jeanine Donofrio on April 13, 2025
Prep time: PT5M
Cook time: PT15M
Total time: PT35M
Rating
4.78 stars (575 reviews)
Keywords
Hard boiled eggs, How to hard boil eggs, How to make hard boiled eggs, Perfect hard boiled eggs
Ingredients
Large eggs
Categories
Breakfast
cooking component
Snack
Cuisine
American
Steps
Place eggs in a medium pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a rolling boil, then cover the pot and turn off the heat. Let the eggs cook, covered, for 9 to 12 minutes, depending on your desired done-ness (see photo).
Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water and chill for 14 minutes. This makes the eggs easier to peel. Peel and enjoy!
