Easy Peel Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs Perfect for Quick Breakfasts
This recipe delivers perfectly cooked, easy-to-peel hard boiled eggs using an Instant Pot, ideal for quick breakfasts and meal prep.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6-12 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–12 large eggs
- 1 cup (240 ml) water
- Ice (enough for an ice bath)
Instructions
- Add 1 cup (240 ml) of cold water to the Instant Pot.
- Place the steaming rack inside the Instant Pot.
- Arrange 6 to 12 large eggs in a single layer on the rack.
- Seal the lid and set the Instant Pot to Manual or Pressure Cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.
- Allow natural pressure release for 5 minutes after cooking.
- Perform a quick release to release any remaining pressure.
- Transfer the eggs immediately to an ice bath and chill for at least 5 minutes.
- Peel the eggs by tapping gently on the counter, rolling to crack the shell, and peeling starting at the wider end.
Notes
If some eggs are harder to peel, try peeling under running water to wash away shell fragments. Use eggs about a week old for easier peeling. Do not skip the 5-minute natural pressure release to avoid shell sticking. Avoid stacking eggs to ensure even cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large egg
- Calories: 70
- Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 0.5
- Protein: 6
Keywords: Instant Pot, hard boiled eggs, easy peel, quick breakfast, meal prep, pressure cooker eggs