Perfect Air Fryer Eggs

Make fully set hard-boiled eggs in the air fryer with no oil and no added water. An immediate ice bath helps stop cooking and makes peeling easier.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

6 Large eggs, cold from the refrigerator

Ice Bath

4 cups Cold water
1 cup Ice

Optional Serving

To taste Salt and black pepper
To taste Paprika or other seasoning

Method

Step-by-Step

Preheat the air fryer to 250°F if the manufacturer recommends preheating. Place the six cold eggs in the basket in a single layer, leaving a little space between them, and do not add oil or water.
Air-fry the eggs at 250°F for 15–17 minutes. Begin checking a batch at 15 minutes because air fryer heating elements, basket size, altitude, and egg size can affect the result.
Immediately transfer the hot eggs to a bowl filled with 4 cups of cold water and 1 cup of ice. Chill for at least 5 minutes, or 10 minutes for easier peeling.
Crack each shell gently all over, then peel the eggs under running water if needed. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, or another favorite seasoning, or use the eggs in another recipe.

Notes

Test one egg first when using a new air fryer. Add 1–2 minutes for firmer yolks if needed. Older eggs often peel more easily than very fresh eggs. Store peeled or unpeeled eggs refrigerated and use within the time recommended by your food-safety guidance.