Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs

Did you know your air fryer isn’t just for air frying? It can also make the best “hard-boiled” (or jammy) eggs — no pot, no boiling water, no mess! Our Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs come out flawless. No more eggs that look like they’ve been through the trenches because half the egg white stuck to the shell in the peeling process. This method is not only simple but yields museum-worthy eggs that glide right out of the shell and have a perfectly cooked yolk every time. If you’ve got an air fryer, your meal prep justgot easier—give it a go and thank us later!

What stands out

Our Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs are a simple hassle-free way to make perfectly cooked hard-boiled eggs with minimal effort. Thanks to the magic of the air fryer you are eliminating the need for boiling water, stove-sitting or peeling struggles. The result is a batch of eggs with firm whites and creamy yolks every time. No water means no timing stress, no guessing games ⁉, and absolutely no mess. It also means you can cook as many eggs as you want without crowding a pot, making this method the best meal prep egg hack out there.

More importantly, our ice water bath technique makes peeling the eggs an actual dream – the shells practically slip off like a silk dress after a night out. Mark our words – once you go air fryer, you’ll never go back.

How To Prepare

Gently add your eggs to the air fryer basket and then air fry them at 275F (135C) for about 11-13 minutes depending on how jammy you like your eggs.

While the eggs are cooking, fill a bowl with ice water.

As soon as the timer goes off, transfer the eggs to the bowl of ice water which will prevent the eggs from overcooking and makes it easier to remove the peels.

Finally, peel the eggs and enjoy.

Air Fryer Hard Boiled Egg Tips

• Time it right: You may have to play around with timing for your particular air fryer since brands and models vary slightly, but the general rule is: Soft Boiled: 9-10 min at 275°F (135°C), Jammy: 11–13 min at 275°F (135°C), Hard-boiled: 14–15 min at 275°F (135°C).
• Use an ice bath: As soon as the eggs are done cooking, transfer them into an ice water bath. This stops them from cooking any further and makes peeling a breeze.
• Don’t Preheat: we know there is conflicting information out there, but we have tested this recipe with both a preheated and cold air fryer basket, and the conclusion is do not preheat the air fryer. Starting with a cold air fryer lets the eggs warm up with the machine, so they cook way more evenly.
• Test with one egg first: Use one sacrificial egg to test out the ideal timing and temp for your air fryer before committing to a full batch.

Kitchen tip

Use older eggs if you can—they’re easier to peel than fresh ones!

Swaps

1. If you prefer softer yolks, you can experiment with reducing the cooking time by a minute or two.
2. For our failproof stove-top method of boiling eggs, check out Peel Boiled Eggs recipe.
3. If you don’t want to prepare an ice bath, you can place the eggs under cold running water instead.

Serve it with

• Use these Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs to make our Deviled Eggs Egg Sandwiches or Grated Egg Avocado Toast.
• Add protein to a salad, like our Simple Green SaladCobb Salad Recipe or Olivier Salad.
• Enjoy them on their own with some flavor boosters. Sprinkle them with Everything But The Bagel Seasoning, hot sauce, chilli oil, flakey salt or fresh herbs.
• If you’re looking for a low-carb, high-protein meal, use these Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs to make our Egg Salad Cucumber Boats.
• Add these jammy eggs to a bowl of Ramen like our Ramen Noodle Soup or any other soup to make it heartier.

Ingredients

Makes 4 eggs

• 4 eggs

Equipment

• Air Fryer
• Mixing Bowls

Method

1. Gently add the eggs to the air fryer basket and air fry them at 275F (135C) anywhere from 11-13 minutes for jammy eggs.
2. Note: If the air fryer doesn't have a setting as low as 275F, you can also cook them at 300F (150C) for 10-12 minutes or until desired doneness.
3. While the eggs are cooking, fill a bowl with ice water. As soon as the timer goes off, transfer the eggs to the bowl of ice water. This prevents the eggs from overcooking and makes it easier to remove the peels.
4. Peel and enjoy!

Kitchen notes

• Timing matters: Air fryers vary, so test yours! Start with these guidelines at 275°F (135°C):
  • Soft-boiled: 9–10 min
  • Jammy: 11–13 min
  • Hard-boiled: 14–15 min
• Ice bath = easy peeling and stops overcooking.
• No preheating! Cold start = more even cooking.
• Test one egg first before cooking a full batch.

Questions

Can you make hard boiled eggs in an air fryer?

Absolutely! Gently add the eggs to the air fryer basket and air fry them at 275°F (135°C) anywhere from 11-13 minutes for jammy eggs. The general rule is: Soft Boiled: 9-10 min at 275°F (135°C), Jammy: 11–13 min at 275°F (135°C), Hard-boiled: 14–15 min at 275°F (135°C).

Can you freeze hard boiled eggs?

Technically, yes—but it’s not ideal. The whites get rubbery and weird after thawing, so it’s best to avoid freezing whole hard-boiled eggs. If you em must freeze them, stick to just the yolks.

which air fryer do you use?

We have the mark COSORI Pro II Air Fryer Oven Combo. The recipe time and temperature vary by appliance, so please keep an eye on the eggs as they cook.

why do you place the cooked eggs into an ice bath?

The process of transferring hot food directly into ice water is called “shocking,” and it’s a technique you can use whenever you want to immediately stop food from cooking any further. In this case, it also helps easily release the shell from the egg.

What if our air fryer doesn’t have a 250°F (130°C) setting?

If your air fryer only has a 300°F (150°C) setting, that’s fine. Cook the eggs at 300°F for 12-14 minutes. You might need to adjust the time slightly depending on your air fryer’s performance.

How do you store Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs?

Once cooled, store them unpeeled in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. If they’re already peeled, keep them in a container with a damp paper towel to prevent drying out. Bonus: They make grab-and-go snacks or salad toppers!