Yes, you can indeed make boiled eggs in your air fryer! And it’s even easier to get the perfect soft, medium or hard-boiled egg with this method! Air fryer-boiled eggs turn out perfectly cooked and make a great snack, side dish or salad ingredient. Air frying boiled eggs is also much faster than boiling them in a pot of water on the stove. All you’ll need to get started is an air fryer and some eggs!
Tips To Make The Perfect Air Fryer Boiled Eggs
- Use An Ice Bath – An ice bath is essential for Air Fryer Hard or Soft Boiled Eggs as it prevents them from continuing to cook and helps them retain their shape when you peel them.
- Make Sure Air Can Circulate – Make sure the eggs have space around them so the air can circulate in the Air Fryer. This will ensure an even cook and help prevent the eggs from having soft spots.
- Test Cook Times – As all Air Fryers differ, it’s best to test cook times for Soft, Medium and Hard boiled Air Fryer Eggs as you go. Adjust cooking times as you go to suit your Air Fryer and make a note so you know for next time.
- Experiment with Flavors – Air Fryer Boiled Eggs are delicious on their own but you can also add a range of flavours to them too. Try adding a teaspoon of garlic powder, smoked paprika, herbs or any other flavour you enjoy!
Air Fryer Hard Or Soft Boiled Eggs Are Perfect When Served With:
- Air Fryer Toast
Air Fried Boiled Eggs (Hard Or Soft Boiled)
Description
I was super shocked when a friend told me you can make boiled eggs in the air fryer so I had to give it a go, when it turned out this good I had to share it with you. These are so simple it's hardly even a recipe!
Ingredients:
How To Make The Perfect Air-Fried Hard Or Soft Boiled Eggs
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Step 1
Turn on your air fryer and preheat it to 275°F (135°C). You will have to experiment with both time and temperature for this recipe as all air fryers are a little different.
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Step 2
Add your 4 large eggs to the basket making sure to leave room around them for the air to circulate.
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Step 3
Cook your eggs at 275°F (135°C) for the following times depending on how you like them.
Soft Boiled - Cook for 9 to 11 minutes.
Medium - Cook for 12 to 13 minutes.
Hard Boiled - Cook for 14 to 15 minutes.
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Step 4
While your eggs are cooking prepare a bowl of water and add ice to create an ice bath. (This cools the eggs quickly stopping them from cooking once you take them out of the fryer)
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Step 5
Remove your eggs from the air fryer and place them in the ice bath. Let them rest for around 4 minutes or until cool.
Then crack, peel and enjoy your delicious air-fried eggs while still warm or once cooled with a tasty salad!
And that's it! 5 simple steps to perfect and delicious Air Fried Hard Or Soft Boiled Eggs!
Note
We hope you enjoy making and eating your air fryer boiled eggs, whether you are enjoying a soft-boiled egg and soldiers or a hard-boiled egg salad!