Making hard-boiled eggs in the air fryer is quick, easy, and totally mess-free—no boiling water needed! These air fryer eggs turn out perfect every time, with soft, medium, or hard yolks depending on how long you cook them. They're great for meal prep, super easy to peel, and ready in under 15 minutes.
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- ✅ Recipe Name: Easy Air Fryer Hard-Boiled Eggs Recipe
- 🕒 Ready In: 10 – 16 minutes
- 👪 Serves: 1 – 12
- 🍽 Calories: ~70 per egg
- 📋 Protein: ~6g per egg
- 🥣 Main Ingredients: Eggs (best enjoyed with salt and pepper)
- 📖 Dietary Info: High-protein, gluten-free, dairy-free, Whole30, low-carb, keto, no water needed
- ⭐ Why You'll Love It: Easy, mess-free, no boiling water, and perfectly cooked yolks every time—these air fryer eggs are great for meal prep and so simple to peel.
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If you make hard-boiled eggs often, you've got to try them in the air fryer. It's a game-changer! No boiling water, no waiting for a pot to heat up—just pop the eggs in the basket, set the timer, and you're done. I do 12 minutes for soft yolks, 14 for medium, and 16 for firm, fully-cooked centers.
The best part? They're so easy to peel. I don't even add water, and the shells slide right off. It's become my go-to method for meal prep, breakfast, and snacks. And if you love air fryer recipes as much as I do, don't miss my air fryer baked oats and air fryer egg bites—they're total favorites around here!
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Quick & Easy: Ready in under 15 minutes with zero hassle.
- No Boiling Water Needed: Just pop the eggs in the air fryer—no pot, no waiting.
- Perfect for Meal Prep: Cook once and enjoy all week. These store well for up to 7 days.
- Healthy & High-Protein: Each egg packs 6g of protein—great for breakfast, snacks, or adding to meals.
- Easy to Peel: The shells slide off effortlessly—no cold water tricks required.
- Kid-Approved: Simple, satisfying, and a total hit with kids!
Ingredients
- Eggs: I recommend using organic, pasture-raised eggs for the best flavor and quality. But truly, any eggs will work here—brown, white, large, or even medium. You can cook anywhere from one to a full dozen at once, depending on what fits in your air fryer basket.
- Seasonings (Optional): These eggs are great on their own, but I love sprinkling a little Everything But The Bagel seasoning on top. You can also keep it classic with sea salt and pepper or switch it up with hot sauce, chili flakes, or your favorite spice blend. Make it your own!
See recipe card for quantities.
Substitutions & Variations
- Make it gluten-free: Eggs are 100% gluten-free.
- Make it dairy-free: Eggs are 100% dairy-free.
- Soft, medium, or hard yolks: For softer yolks, try 11–12 minutes. For jammy centers, go for 13–14. For fully hard-boiled, 15–16 minutes does the trick. I love having a mix prepped for different meals!
- Seasoning swaps: Don't have Everything But the Bagel seasoning? Try sea salt and cracked black pepper, chili lime, or a dash of smoked paprika. These eggs are a blank canvas for flavor.
- Serving ideas: Slice over avocado toast, add to grain bowls, chop into salads like this Greek salmon salad, or eat with a pinch of sea salt for a high-protein snack. They're super versatile.
How to Make Hard Boiled Eggs in the Air Fryer
- Step 1: Preheat your air fryer to 270°F (135°C). Place the eggs in a single layer in the basket, leaving a little space between them. You can cook as many or as few as you'd like.
- Step 2: Cook for 14–16 minutes for hard-boiled yolks. Once done, carefully remove the eggs using tongs or gently roll them into a bowl.
- Step 3: Let them cool for 4–5 minutes to make peeling easier.
- Step 4: Serve them up! I love sprinkling mine with Everything But The Bagel seasoning. Store any extras in an airtight container in the fridge for 5–7 days.
Top Tips
- Preheat your air fryer: I've tested this recipe across a few different air fryer brands, and preheating always gives the most consistent results. Don't skip it!
- Give the eggs space: Make sure they're in a single layer with room between each one so the hot air can circulate properly. Crowding = uneven cooking.
- Let them rest before peeling: After cooking, I let the eggs cool for 4–5 minutes at room temp. No ice bath needed—this makes them way easier to peel.
What To Serve With Hard-Boiled Eggs
These eggs are super versatile and make the perfect protein boost for just about any meal. Here are some of my favorite ways to enjoy them:
- Breakfast toast: Slice and layer on avocado toast or mashed sweet potato toast with a sprinkle of everything seasoning.
- Salads & bowls: Chop them up into a chicken Caesar pasta salad, this quinoa sweet potato bowl, or add to no mayo tuna salad for extra protein.
- Lunchboxes: Pack them for school or work with crackers, fruit, and veggies for a balanced, grab-and-go meal.
- High-protein snack: Enjoy with a pinch of sea salt and hot sauce—or dip in homemade healthy ranch dip!
- On-the-go: Wrap in foil or tuck into a container for post-workout snacks or road trip fuel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Nope! That's the best part. You don't need any water—just place the eggs directly in the basket and air fry. Super easy and mess-free.
No, it's not necessary to pierce the eggs with a thumbtack or anything else before air frying. The air fryer will cook them perfectly without any need for piercing.
For soft-boiled eggs, I recommend 12 minutes. For jammy or medium yolks, go for 13–14 minutes. If you like them fully hard-boiled, stick with 15–16 minutes.
Fresh eggs can be tricky! I've found that slightly older eggs are much easier to peel. Also, letting them rest for 4–5 minutes after cooking helps the shell release more cleanly—no ice bath needed.
Once peeled or unpeeled, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5–7 days. They're perfect for quick snacks, adding to salads, or making egg salad on the fly.
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Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 - 12 large eggs
- Salt & pepper, hot sauce, or EBTB seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 270°F (135°C).
- Arrange eggs in a single layer in the air fryer, leaving a little space between each one.
- For hard-boiled eggs, cook for 14 - 16 minutes.
- While eggs cook, prepare an ice bath by filling a bowl halfway with ice and cold water.
- Carefully remove hot eggs from the air fryer using tongs or gently rolling them into the bowl.
- Let them sit for about 4-5 minutes so they cool (make peeling easier).
- Peel and serve! I love adding everything-but-the-bagel-seasoning. Store extras in an airtight container in the fridge for 5-7 days.
Notes
- Cook time may vary slightly depending on your air fryer model. Start with 14 minutes for hard-boiled eggs and adjust as needed.
- For soft or jammy yolks, reduce cook time to 12–13 minutes.
- No need to add water—just place the eggs directly in the air fryer basket.
- Let eggs rest for 4–5 minutes after cooking to make peeling easier. No ice bath needed!
- Older eggs peel more easily than fresh ones.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days
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