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Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs. You will love these easy peel hard boiled eggs in the air fryer that take seconds to peel and do not require a water bath. The original air fryer boiled eggs recipe from chef Dom is perfect for egg salad, devilled eggs and so much more.

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Hard Boiled Eggs In Air Fryer

Yesterday I shared with you an update of our air fryer soft boiled eggs and today we are updating our air fryer hard boiled eggs.

It just feels like a lifetime ago now since we first showed many, many people how simple it is to cook hard boiled eggs in the air fryer.

We always think instant pot hard boiled eggs, don’t we? We don’t think that the other popular kitchen gadget could give it a run for its money with boiled eggs too.

Personally, I prefer air fryer boiled eggs over instant pot boiled eggs, and I am sure you will too after you try this air fryer eggs recipe.

Can You Hard Boil Eggs In An Air Fryer?

Yes you can. It is one of those true cooking hacks of the air fryer and to me it’s a stroke of genius.

You see you think of the effort in cooking boiled eggs in the pan. You have to remember when you put them on, you have to drain them, you have difficulty peeling them and the list goes on and on.

Then if you cook instant pot boiled eggs it’s the time taken to pressure, plus some people making it overcomplicated.

But take the air fryer. You load up to a dozen eggs into the air fryer basket, air fry and then do our easy peel method.

You are done. No real effort involved and they peel so well that you don’t need a water bath.

Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs Without Rack

You also don’t need a rack when you cook boiled eggs in air fryer. In fact, they sit directly in the air fryer basket, making your job much easier.

Air Fryer Devilled Eggs

I don’t make them as often as I should, but the air fryer is fantastic for transforming your air fryer hard boiled eggs into air fryer devilled eggs.

Take a look at this photo:

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This shows how easy the yolk comes out of the just cooked boiled eggs when air fried. If you want to make air fryer devilled eggs remember this and then follow your favourite devilled eggs recipe.

How To Air Fry Hard Boiled Eggs?

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Cooking hard boiled eggs in air fryer is one of the EASIEST EVER air fryer recipes.

  1. Load eggs into your air fryer basket.
  2. Air fry.
  3. Follow our quick peel method.
  4. Serve and enjoy.

This is just how ridiculously simple it is to make hard boiled eggs in the air fryer!

Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs 300 Degrees

I have been asked if you should cook air fryer hard boiled eggs at 300 degrees and the answer is NO.

It is way too hot for hard boiled eggs and will leave a dark yellow look on your eggs because they will have been over cooked.

How Long To Cook Eggs In An Air Fryer?

To cook hard boiled eggs in the air fryer takes JUST 16 minutes. There is no preheat required.

However, if you would like a softer yolk you can reduce this slightly to 14 minutes, it just depends on what you plan to use your hard boiled eggs for.

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Easy Peel Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs

The best thing to do once your eggs have finished cooking in the air fryer, is to load them into a jug or bowl of cold water.

We are not talking an ice bath here, just something to cool them down enough to touch and so that you can also rinse off the peel.

Then crack the eggs on the top and the bottom and gently roll them on a clean worktop.

As this can be hard to explain in writing, I have included our easy peel technique in full in the video below and you will never struggle to peel and egg again!

More Simple Air Fryer Egg Recipes

We love cooking eggs for breakfast in the air fryer. Its just something simple that you can put together in a flash for busy mornings. Here are a few other air fryer egg ideas:

  • Air Fryer Egg Cups
  • Air Fryer Soft Boiled Eggs
  • Air Fryer Omelette
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Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs

Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs. You will love these easy peel hard boiled eggs in the air fryer that take seconds to peel and do not require a water bath. The original air fryer boiled eggs recipe from chef Dom is perfect for egg salad, devilled eggs and so much more.

Prep Time3 minutes mins

Cook Time16 minutes mins

Total Time19 minutes mins

Course: Appetizer, Salad, Snack

Cuisine: Air Fryer

Servings: 8

Calories: 63kcal

Author: RecipeThis.com

Ingredients

Kitchen Gadgets:

Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs Ingredients:

  • 8 Large Eggs

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Instructions

  • Load eggs into the air fryer basket, making sure none of them are cracked. Set the temperature to 120c/250f and cook for 16 minutes.

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  • When the air fryer beeps quickly remove the eggs and place them in a cold jug of water.

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  • One by one peel the eggs, using the technique in the video below for perfectly peeled hard boiled eggs.

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Video

Notes

Time. Note that the cook time will vary if you are using a low performing air fryer or if your eggs are a different size. I recommend you play about with the cook times to get your perfect air fryer eggs.

Quantities. You can do up to 12 eggs at once in your air fryer basket. Though because we are normally feeding between 1-4 people it will vary between 2-6 for us.

Thanks for reading our air fryer hard boiled eggs recipe on Recipe This. We have many more air fryer recipes for you to check out next. Though if you love easy recipes, then I recommend you try our air fryer chickpeas next.

Nutrition

Calories: 63kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 164mg | Sodium: 62mg | Potassium: 61mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 238IU | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition InfoPlease Note: Nutrition values are our best estimate based on the software we use at Recipe This and are meant as a guide. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

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FAQs

How long does it take to hard boil eggs in the air fryer? ›

Preheat an air fryer to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Place eggs in the air fryer basket. Cook eggs in the preheated air fryer for 15 minutes. Transfer eggs to a cold water bath until fully cooled, 8 to 10 minutes.

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

Don't Skip the Cold Water Bath.

After the eggs have finished cooking in the air fryer, it's important to transfer them immediately into a bowl of cold water. This halts the cooking process, and the second submersion makes peeling easier.

How many eggs can I put in the air fryer at one time? ›

But don't leave them in for too long (no longer than 2 minutes) as this will make them hard to peel. If your air fryer doesn't have a basket, then use a grill or rack and this will allow the air to circulate around the air fryer. You can cook up to 8-12 eggs at once (depending on the size of your air fryer).

Can you boil an egg in an air fryer without water? ›

Your air fryer can make perfect soft, medium or hard cooked eggs -- no boiling water required!

What is the best amount of time to hard boil eggs? ›

Lower the heat slightly – so the eggs don't crack due to being bashed around but water is still at a gentle boil. Start the timer – 6 minutes for runny yolks, 8 minutes for soft boiled, 10 minutes for classic hard boiled, 15 minutes for unpleasant rubbery whites and powdery dry yolks.

Can you air fry eggs at 400 degrees? ›

Preheat the air fryer at 400°F (204 °C) for 5 minutes. Add the wire rack to the basket and place the eggs on top with some space between. Air fryer at 280°F (138°C) for 9 to 10 minutes for soft egg yolk center | 10-11 minutes for medium egg yolk.

What do you put in the water with hard-boiled eggs to make them peel easier? ›

According to our friends at Delish, adding a teaspoon of baking soda to your boiling pot of water will help the shell peel off seamlessly. Why? The alkaline in the baking soda will help your egg whites loosen up from the shell, making it easier to peel.

How long do you air fry eggs at 300 degrees? ›

DIRECTIONS
  1. Place baking rack in the bowl in the low position. ...
  2. Tap the bake button and set temperature to 300°F and fry for 12-14 minutes.
  3. Carefully move eggs, with tongs, to a bowl of cold water for 5-10 minutes.
  4. Tap eggs on a hard surface and peel.
  5. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

How do you keep eggs from bursting in an air fryer? ›

Boiling eggs in the air fryer will not cause them to explode. Make sure to follow temperature and cook times to prevent any sort of cooking mishaps. How Long Does It Take to Hard Boil Eggs in an Air Fryer? Air fried eggs cook in just 15-17 minutes.

How many minutes should I leave the eggs in for soft egg air fryer? ›

Put the eggs in the air-fryer basket and cook, in one layer, for 8-14 mins – nearer to 8 mins will be soft-boiled, while 14 mins will be hard-boiled. Put the eggs in a bowl of ice cold water briefly to stop them from cooking. Peel or serve in egg cups with toast on the side, if you like.

What temperature do you boil eggs at in an air fryer? ›

Directions
  1. Preheat a 3.5-quart air fryer to 270 degrees F. Add the eggs to the fryer basket and cook 15 minutes for hard-boiled eggs. Remove the eggs and plunge them into an ice bath. Peel when cool enough to handle.
  2. For soft-boiled eggs, cook them 10 minutes. For medium-boiled eggs cook for 12 minutes.

Does water go in air fryer? ›

Keep water away from the electronic parts of your air fryer at all times and never submerge an air fryer in water. However, adding small amounts of water at the bottom of your air fryer can be a good idea to help catch any food drippings or food particles, such as hot oil, and prevent the formation of smoke.

What happens if you put a whole egg in an air fryer? ›

Air fry for 15 minutes for hard boiled eggs with completely cooked yolks. Alternatively, you can cook for 9 minutes for very soft with slightly runny whites, 11 minutes for jammy eggs, or 13 minutes for just slightly undercooked yolks. Immediately transfer eggs to an ice bath (a bowl of water and ice) to halt cooking.

How long does it take to air fry an egg sunny side up? ›

Here's how to cook eggs in an air fryer:
  1. Spray the pan with oil, place it in the fryer basket, and preheat it for 5 minutes.
  2. Crack an egg into a small cup or bowl and carefully pour the egg onto the hot pan or tray.
  3. Air fry for 3 minutes for a sunny side up or over-easy egg.
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How do you hard boil an egg in an air fryer Tiktok? ›

Air fry at 300 for 13 minutes. and then pop them into an ice bath. As soon as they come out, leave them in the ice bath for at least 10 minutes. cause it stops them from cooking.

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