Ever wanted to make hard-boiled eggs without dealing with boiling water or monitoring the stove? Your air fryer is the secret weapon you didn’t know you needed. With zero water, no mess, and practically no effort, you can whip up perfectly cooked hard-boiled eggs—ideal for meal prep, quick breakfasts, or high-protein snacks.
Today, Cookgator will reveal a very simple cooking secret: air fryer hard-boiled eggs – a delicious and nutritious dish.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- No boiling water or stove needed
- Hands-off cooking—just set it and forget it
- Great for batch cooking and meal prep
- Easy to peel with no green yolks
- Perfect texture every time
How to make hard-boiled eggs in an air fryer
You can adjust the appropriate time and temperature to get air fryer-boiled eggs with different levels of yolk ripening.
Ingredients:
(Makes 6 eggs, but can scale easily)
- 6 large eggs
- Ice (for ice bath)
- Water (for ice bath only, not for cooking)
Air Fryer Settings:
- Temperature: 270°F
- Time: 15–17 minutes
- Preheat: Optional (depending on your air fryer model)
Instructions:
- Place Eggs in Basket:
Arrange the eggs in a single layer in the air fryer basket—no need to preheat unless your air fryer requires it. - Air Fry:
Cook at 270°F for:- 15 minutes for soft-boiled
- 16 minutes for medium
- 17 minutes for hard-boiled
- Ice Bath:
Immediately transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water. Let them sit for at least 5 minutes to stop the cooking and make peeling easier. - Peel & Enjoy:
Tap the egg gently and peel under running water for smooth results. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to one week.
Tips for Success:
- Use older eggs for easier peeling.
- Don’t overcrowd the basket—air circulation is key.
- Adjust the timing slightly if your air fryer runs hot or cold.
- Use silicone egg molds if you’re concerned about cracking (optional).
Variations & Add-Ons:
- Sprinkle with Everything But The Bagel seasoning for a quick snack.
- Slice it onto toast, salad, or grain bowls.
- Mash with avocado for a simple egg salad.
Storage Instructions:
- Peeled: Store in an airtight container for 3–4 days
- In Shell: Up to 1 week in the fridge
Nutritional Info (Per Egg):
- Calories: 70
- Protein: 6g
- Fat: 5g
- Carbs: 0g
Have you tried making hard-boiled eggs in your air fryer yet? Let me know how they turned out in the comments! Got a seasoning combo you love? Share it—I’d love to hear your twist!
Air fryer hard-boiled eggs – FAQs
Can you cook an egg in an air fryer?
Yes. When cooking hard-boiled eggs in the air fryer, you will get a more delicious and attractive boiled egg. Eggs are cooked uniformly and not fishy. In particular, you can adjust the appropriate time and temperature to boil eggs with different levels.
Can you cook soft-boiled eggs in an air fryer?
Yes. Cook soft-boiled eggs for 10 minutes. For medium-boiled eggs, cook for 12 minutes.
How long do cooked eggs take in an air fryer?
At 250 degrees F (120ºC)
- If you want to enjoy the egg dish with the intestines still soft, after breaking the shell, use a spoon to eat it, and adjust the time to 10 minutes.
- If you want to eat poached eggs, boil them in an air fryer for 12 minutes.
- If you want to eat cooked eggs with dry cooked yolks, you just need to increase the boiling time to 16 minutes.
How to make hard-boiled eggs in an air fryer?
In 250 degrees F (120ºC) cook for 16 minutes.
In 300 degrees F (150ºC) cook for 13 minutes.
The tip for hard-boiling eggs in the Ninja Foodi air fryer that Cookgator has just shared can hopefully make your cooking lighter and faster. Good luck with this recipe!
Air Fryer Hard-Boiled Eggs
Equipment
- 3.5 qt – 4.5qt air fryer
Ingredients
- 1-6 Eggs Quantity optional
- 1 bowl Ice or cold water
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer 2-5 minutes at 250 – 300ºF (120-150ºC)
- Add the eggs to the fryer basket and set the temp at 300ºF and the timer to 12-14 minutes
- Finally, take the eggs out and put them in a bowl of cold water, prepared to cool them down and make them easier to peel.
Notes
- In 300 degrees F (150 degrees C): For soft-boiled, cook your eggs for 9 minutes. For medium, cook 11 minutes. Hard-boiled, cook 13 minutes
- In 250 degrees F (120 degrees C): For soft-boiled, cook your eggs for 9 minutes. For medium, cook 11 minutes. For hard-boiled, cook 16 minutes
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