Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs

My way to make air fryer hard boiled eggs so you get a perfectly cooked egg every time. Even my daughter says they taste better than on the stove!

My Best Air Fryer Boiled Eggs Recipe

I’ve always made hard boil eggs on the stove, but I just never liked the way they came out. I had to be on top of the stove constantly watching to see the second the water boiled or the eggs were overcooked. And, boy did they overcook a lot. That’s why I decided to try making air fryer hard boiled eggs.

I wanted to find a way to make them easier to make. To get that perfect yellow yolk every time. So I took the plunge and stuck a few eggs in the air fryer.

Turns out I had no idea what I was doing and I overcooked the eggs horribly. But, I was determined I could make it work, so I lowered the temperature and tried again. This time they were soft boiled. A little better because this time they were edible (thank goodness eggs were cheaper when I did all my experimenting).

I finally decided to toss 6 eggs into the air fryer and pull each one out a minute later to see which time worked the best. And, boy did I nail it.

My daughter Leah even says that making hard boiled eggs in the air fryer taste better because they’re not so waterlogged, as cooking them on the stove can turn out.

And, if you love air fryer eggs, try my soft boiled eggs, scrambled eggs, fried eggs, egg bites, and poached eggs.

Can you Hard Boil Eggs in an Air Fryer?

Yes! I actually prefer cooking hard boiled eggs this way because it’s faster and they taste better. I also don’t need to keep an eye on the water boiling. I just set the timer and come back when they’re done!

How to Make Hard Boiled Eggs in the Air Fryer

STEP ONE: Preheat your air fryer to 270 degrees F (130 degrees Celsius). 

STEP TWO: Place the cold large eggs in the air fryer basket or tray, preferably on a wire rack. I have cooked the eggs without a rack, but find it helps the eggs from moving to avoid cracks.

STEP THREE: Air fry the eggs for 15-17 minutes. Immediately place them in a bowl full of cold water and ice cubes until cool, at least 5 minutes.

Peel the eggs and top with salt and pepper and enjoy!

Air Fryer Eggs Tips

• Use an air fryer rack to prevent your eggs from cracking. I find using one will help the eggs stay in place. I’ve cooked them without it, but it’s great for peace of mind!
• Use older eggs for easy peeling.I like to use mine when they’re set to expire in a week to use them all up.
• Use an ice bath as soon as they are done cooking! This will prevent your eggs from continuing to cook after you’ve removed them from the air fryer.
• Cook 1 to 2 minutes longer for a stiffer egg yolk.
• Cook about 5 minutes less for jammy eggs or soft boiled eggs.
• Air fry in a single layer for even cooking. Cooking them stacked on each other can also cause them to crack. If you need to cook more, air fry them in batches.

How to use Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs

My kids love to eat them for breakfast or as a snack with just a little salt or everything but the bagel seasoning, but I love to add them to my pea salad or a Buddha bowl when I’m not using them for deviled eggs.

I also love a good hard boiled egg for breakfast alongside my air fryer bacon, some hash browns made in the air fryer, or even avocado toast.. And, of course, leftovers are perfect for my favorite egg salad or potato salad.

How to store Hard Boiled Eggs

Store any unpeeled hard boiled eggs in the refrigerator for up to one week. If they’re peeled, I store them in an airtight container in some water and replace the water every day to keep them fresh.

Air Fryer Hard Boiled eggs FAQs

Will Eggs Explode in the Air Fryer?

No! Boiling eggs in the air fryer will not cause them to explode, just as they can cook in the oven fine. Just keep the temperature low and look for cracks before air frying them.

How Long Does It Take to Hard Boil Eggs in the Air Fryer?

The eggs will hard boil in just 15-17 minutes. I find a soft boiled egg takes 10 minutes while a firmer yolk takes about 16 to 19 minutes. 

Can I Make Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs Ahead of Time?

Yes! I actually recommend making them a day or so before you want to use them so they’re cooled and easy to peel. This makes it incredibly easy to put into my weekly meal prep. I add the eggs to make egg salad sandwiches or just as a snack in my kids’ lunches.

What Are the Brown Spots on My Air Fryer Boiled eggs?

Brown spots on the eggs just means that you haven’t cleaned the heating coils in your air fryer in a while. I’ve been guilty of it too and it doesn’t ruin the eggs as it just washes off. I have a good guide on cleaning your air fryer here.

Why are my air fryer hard-boiled eggs so hard to peel?

I find that using older eggs makes them much easier to peel. If I need to use newer eggs, I let them sit in the ice water longer and even in the fridge for at least a few hours. Colder eggs peel easier than warm ones.

Can you overcook eggs in the air fryer?

Yes, overcooked eggs become rubbery and the egg yolks will start to turn green along the outsides. It’s super important to put the eggs in an ice water bath as soon as they’re done to stop the cooking process.

How to Cook Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs at 300 degrees

If your air fryer does not go down to 270 degrees F, you can cook your eggs in the air fryer at 300 degrees F and cook for about 12 to 13 minutes (150 degrees Celcius).

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