Here’s a foolproof method for boiling eggs perfectly — so they’re easy to peel, have no cracks, and have bright yellow yolks every time:
🥚 Perfect Boiled Eggs (Easy to Peel, No Cracks)
🕒 Time:
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Prep time: 5 minutes
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Cook time: 10–12 minutes
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Total time: 20 minutes
✅ Ingredients:
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Eggs (as fresh as possible, but not too fresh – 7–10 days old is ideal)
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Water
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Ice (for the ice bath)
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1 teaspoon salt (optional)
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1 teaspoon vinegar (optional – helps prevent cracks)
🍳 Instructions:
1. Let Eggs Come to Room Temp (Optional but Helpful)
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Take eggs out of the fridge 10–15 minutes before boiling.
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This reduces the chance of cracking due to sudden temperature changes.
2. Prepare the Pot
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Place eggs in a single layer in a saucepan.
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Add cold water until eggs are covered by about 1 inch.
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(Optional: Add salt and vinegar to the water.)
3. Bring to a Boil
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Turn heat to medium-high and bring to a full rolling boil.
4. Turn Off Heat & Cover
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Once boiling, immediately turn off the heat.
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Cover the pot with a lid.
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Let eggs sit in the hot water:
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Soft-boiled: 6–7 minutes
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Medium-boiled: 9 minutes
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Hard-boiled: 10–12 minutes
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5. Prepare an Ice Bath
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Fill a bowl with ice and water while eggs sit.
6. Cool Eggs Immediately
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Once time is up, transfer eggs to the ice bath for at least 5–10 minutes.
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This stops cooking and helps make peeling easier.
🧊 Easy Peeling Tips:
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Tap the egg gently on the counter, then roll it to crack the shell.
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Peel under running water for best results.
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Slightly older eggs peel easier due to higher pH.
🟡 Pro Tips:
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For centered yolks: stir eggs gently during the first minute of boiling.
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Store peeled eggs in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 5 days.