Description
Hard-boiled eggs are a simple yet delightful addition to any meal, offering a creamy texture and rich flavor that can elevate your breakfast or serve as a protein-packed snack. Whether enjoyed on their own or incorporated into salads and sandwiches, these versatile delights are perfect for busy mornings or family gatherings. Follow this easy recipe to achieve perfectly cooked hard-boiled eggs every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large fresh eggs
- Water (enough to cover eggs by an inch)
- Ice (for ice bath)
- Salt (optional, to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare a saucepan with cold water, covering the eggs by about an inch.
- Gently place the fresh eggs in the pot without cracking them.
- Bring the water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, cover and remove from heat; let sit for 9-12 minutes based on desired yolk firmness.
- Carefully transfer the eggs into an ice bath for 5-10 minutes to stop cooking.
- Crack and peel the eggs under running water for easy removal of shells.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snack/Breakfast
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 77
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 62mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 186mg