Learn how to make Air Fryer Soft, Medium, or Hard Boiled Eggs that are perfectly cooked and easy to peel every time. They are convenient to have on hand for quick protein and great to use in a variety of recipes or high-protein snack!
Once you try Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs, you won’t want to make them any other way. It’s so easy in the air fryer because there’s no need to wait for the water to boil, no standing over the stove and it’s completely hands-off. Plus, I’m sharing the cook times for making the eggs to your preference – make them soft-boiled, jammy or hard-boiled.
Not only are hard-boiled eggs easy to make in your air fryer, but you can also make up to 12 eggs at a time! This is great for meal prepping since there are so many great ways to enjoy hard-boiled eggs. Hard-boiled eggs make the perfect protein for any meal from breakfast, snack, or an addition to salads for lunch. We love them sprinkled with seasoning either alone or sliced over avocado toast for a quick grab-and-go breakfast! You can also use them in classic recipes like this amazing creamy egg salad, and avocado deviled eggs, or try this wonderful avocado egg salad!
What’s needed
All you need to make this air fryer hard-boiled eggs recipe is eggs and an air fryer! It’s also a good idea to have a bowl of ice water to help cool your eggs if you want to peel them right after they’ve cooked.
- Eggs: You can hard boil 4-12 large eggs.
- Ice water bath: This will ensure they stop cooking and cool down immediately, making them easy to peel.
Steps for boiling eggs in an air fryer
“Boiling” eggs in the air fryer could not be easier! In just a matter of minutes, you will have perfect eggs, just the way you like them cooked. It’s completely effortless, the air fryer does all the work! Here’s how:
- Heat air fryer to 275°F.
- Add eggs to the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 10 minutes for soft-boiled eggs. For jammy eggs, cook 12. For hard-boiled eggs, cook for 15 minutes.
- Carefully remove eggs from the air fryer into an ice water bath.
- Rest in the water bath for 3-5 minutes then peel and enjoy!
Helpful tips
- Experiment with cooking times: All air fryers are a bit different, so you may have to try out a few different cook times to get these boiled to your preference.
- Stop the eggs from overcooking: While it’s not completely necessary, it’s a good idea to stop the eggs from cooking by placing them in a colander and running them under cold water or transferring them to an ice bath. This will ensure the eggs are perfectly cooked to your liking, and not overcooked.
- Be careful when removing: The eggs will be hot, so use silicone-coated tongs or a large ladle to remove them from the air fryer.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to hard-boil eggs in the air fryer?
For firm, hard-boiled eggs they will take approximately 15 minutes in the air fryer.
Why are my air fryer hard-boiled eggs so hard to peel?
Hard-boiled eggs are easier to peel if they have fully cooled. They also may be more difficult to peel if they are overcooked. We recommend placing them in ice water to make peeling a breeze.
How do you keep eggs from bursting in an air fryer?
Cook your eggs below 300ºF and you will have no problems with them bursting.
Ways to use
Here are some recipe ideas for ways you can use your air fryer hard-boiled eggs:
How to store hard-boiled eggs
Hard-boiled eggs are great for making ahead of time because they store really well for days! Once the eggs are cooled, place them in an airtight container and store them in the fridge for up to 7 days. They are not suitable for freezing.
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- Air Fryer Grilled Chicken Breasts
- Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
- Grilled Cheese Made in the Air Fryer
- Healthy Air Fryer Chicken and Veggies
- Air Fryer Chocolate Chip Cookies
- 10-Minute Air Fryer Salmon
- 10-Minute Crispy Air Fryer Broccoli
Air Fryer Hard (or Soft) Boiled Eggs
Ingredients
- 4-12 large eggs
Instructions
- Heat air fryer to 275°F.
- Add eggs to the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 10 minutes for soft-boiled eggs. For jammy eggs, cook 12. For hard-boiled eggs, cook for 15 minutes.
- Carefully remove eggs from the air fryer into an ice water bath.
- Rest in the water bath for 3-5 minutes then peel and enjoy!
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
