Soft-boiled eggs: 6-7 minutes
Medium-boiled eggs: 8-10 minutes
Hard-boiled eggs: 11-12 minutes
4. Cool Eggs Quickly for Easy Peeling
To make peeling a breeze, transfer the boiled eggs to a bowl of ice water immediately after cooking. Let them chill for at least 10 minutes. This stops the cooking process and helps the egg separate from the shell. To peel, gently tap the egg on a hard surface and roll it under your palm before starting at the wider end.
Extra Tips
- If peeling is still a struggle, consider steaming your eggs for easier peeling.
- You can also pierce a tiny hole in the rounded end of the egg before boiling to prevent cracks and center the yolk.
By following these simple steps, you’ll have perfectly boiled eggs every time – easy to peel and free from cracks. Enjoy your eggs!
