Instant Pot magic at its finest! Say goodbye to guesswork and hello to perfectly cooked hard-boiled eggs every time. With this foolproof method, you'll have creamy yolks and tender whites in minutes. Plus, with the help of an ice bath, peeling is a breeze!
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It is actually super easy! The full process of cooking hard boiled eggs on the stove can take around 20 minutes.
The Instant Pot won't save you a TON of time. I saved about 10 minutes. It will aid in making sure your hard eggs come out perfectly.
Hard-boiled eggs can be difficult to make because we either overcook them or do not cook them long enough. The method I outline in this post is tried and true. No more crossing my fingers and hoping the eggs turned out ok!
Why You'll Love These Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs
You’re gonna love these Instant Pot hard boiled eggs because they come out perfect every single time, no guessing, no overcooked gray yolks, and no shells sticking for dear life. The Instant Pot does all the work, and you get easy-to-peel eggs with creamy centers in just minutes. I’ve tested this method for years, and it’s foolproof.
No green color on the inside! They turned out perfect.
Ingredients for Hard Boiled Eggs in Instant Pot
- Eggs
- Water
Recommended Equipment
- Instant Pot
- Trivet: This is the rack that comes with the Instant Pot
How to Make Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs
Detailed measurements and full instructions can be found in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Insert the metal rack that came with the Instant Pot inside the base.
- Add 1 cup of water to the pot.
- Place your eggs in the pot.
- Place the lid on the Instant Pot and seal.
- Pressure cook.
- Remove the eggs from the pot with tongs.
- Place the eggs in a bowl of cold water until cool.
- Peel.
Why You Should Give Your Hard Boiled Eggs an Ice Bath
Whenever you cook hard boiled eggs, you should submerge them in cold water after cooking. Here are a few reasons why:
- Rapid cooling: Placing the eggs in an ice bath immediately after cooking helps halt the cooking process and rapidly cools them down. This prevents overcooking, which can lead to rubbery egg whites and greyish yolks.
- Easy peeling: The rapid cooling caused by the ice bath creates a temperature differential between the egg whites and the shell. This temperature difference helps to separate the egg white from the shell membrane, making the eggs easier to peel.
- Preserving texture: Cooling the eggs quickly helps maintain their desired texture. If eggs are allowed to continue cooking in their residual heat, they may become tougher or develop an undesired texture.
Serving Suggestions for Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs
These Instant Pot hard boiled eggs are the definition of versatile.Once they’re perfectly cooked and easy to peel, here are some of my favorite ways to serve them:
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Classic Breakfast: Slice them in half, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and a little smoked paprika or Everything Bagel seasoning.
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Protein Snack: Keep them in the fridge for grab-and-go snacks — they’re high in protein and super filling.
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Salads: Chop them up for Cobb salads, tuna salad, or potato salad. The creamy yolk adds the perfect texture.
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Deviled Eggs: Mix the yolks with mayo, mustard, and a touch of hot sauce for that creamy, tangy filling everyone loves.
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Egg Toast: Mash one over buttered toast, top with avocado or a drizzle of hot honey if you’re feeling fancy.
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Ramen or Noodle Bowls: Slice and add to a bowl of noodles or soup for extra protein and richness.
How to Store Hard Boiled Eggs in Instant Pot
Once your eggs are cooked and cooled, storage is simple, and it makes meal prep a breeze. If you’re keeping them in the shell, dry them off completely and store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days. This helps prevent that “fridge taste” and keeps the texture just right.
If you’ve already peeled them, it’s best to place them in a bowl or container with just enough cold water to cover the eggs. Change the water daily to keep them fresh, or skip the water and store them in a sealed container lined with a damp paper towel for the same effect.
Pro tip: Always refrigerate hard-boiled eggs within two hours of cooking. Whether you’re using them for salads, snacks, or deviled eggs later in the week, this method keeps them fresh, firm, and ready to go when you are.
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Hard Boiled Eggs in Instant Pot
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Insert the metal rack that came with the Instant Pot inside the base.
- Add 1 cup of water to the pot.
- Place your eggs in the pot. I did 4 eggs. You can do around 12.
- Place the lid on the Instant Pot and seal.
- Manually adjust the timer to 7 minutes.
- When the Instant Pot beeps indicating it is finished, quick release the steam by moving the valve on top to the left or right. Steam will appear from the valve.
- Remove the eggs from the pot with tongs.
- Place the eggs in a bowl of cold water until cool.
- Peel!
Nutrition
Nutrition Data
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Elaine @ Dishes Delish says
I really want an instant pot! I have a slow cooker but I keep seeing recipes for the instant pot! I love the way you explain what it is and the uses. Who knew you could make hard boiled eggs in one. I can't wait to try your recipe.
Lizzie says
I never thought of pressure cooking boiled eggs, but you're right, it can be such a fiddly process. I made some for my latest recipe, a smoked haddock salad, and you're right, the timing is largely guesswork on the stove.
Stephanie@ApplesforCJ says
i love hard boiled eggs and i love how you can make them in an instant pot.
i need to definitely check into getting one.
Emily says
The instant pot sounds great, I'd love to get one!
Laura says
What a great idea to use an instant pot to boil eggs, there are so many things you can do with it. Very versatile
cookilicious says
I love this idea of making boiled eggs in the instant pot! Novel! I too need to buy an instant pot soon..too many good recipes.
Deanna says
I need to get one these instapots! They do it all 🙂
Mary // Chattavore says
The Instant Pot is the only way that I'll make boiled eggs anymore. It's just so much darned easier, and in this summer heat it's nice to be able to keep my fan on instead of having to turn it off so it won't fan the flames from my gas range!
Christie says
Wow! Never thought to cook eggs in a pressure cooker. Got to try it.
Debra says
We have an Insta Pot, never thought about making hard boiled eggs in it! I'm going to have to try this - they're great for breakfast and in salads!
Keikilani says
I am obsessed with deviled eggs! I can eat a dozen by myself. LOL. Never thought to try making them in the pressure cooker.
Rebecca Bryant says
YUM!! I do enjoy a good boiled egg. I also love a good deviled egg as well. I totally need an instant pot.
Lois Alter Mark says
I love deviled eggs and can't believe you can make these with the Instant Pot. I think I'm the only person who hasn't bought one yet, and this convinces me I need to go get one!
Liz Mays says
This is so cool. I definitely need to make my hard boiled eggs in the instant pot next time. Yours turned out so well!
Carol Bryant says
I love egg sandwiches and now I am hungry for hard boiled eggs. This pot looks fantastic and with prime, what a good deal, too.
Bree says
Oh wow this seems really handy! I might have to get one of these soon. I love deviled eggs and can think of so many different things to make with this.
Stephanie Jeannot says
I have been hearing so many good things about the instant pot. I really want to try one of those out for myself.
Emily says
Oh wow, I did not know the instant pop can make deviled eggs. Is there anything this cannot cook?!!! I have not gotten one yet but all of these recipes I see with the low maintenance prep and cook time I am wanting one now!
Beth Amaral says
I have cooked hard boiled eggs (X-Large) from Costco using the instapot for 5 minute setting. I cooked 14 using the 2-tiered egg rack from Amazon (as you displayed). I added 1.5 cups of water only. Many of my eggs cracked. It's fine if I want to peel them right away, but I like to keep the eggs whole and take them to work. Any suggestions regarding the number of eggs that crack? Anyway of preventing this?
staysnatched says
Hi there! I typically crack mine immediately and store in tightly sealed bags. Any reason you don't like to crack immediately?
Baltisraul says
Doing regular hard boiled eggs I add white vinegar to the water. Would this be any advantage to helping them peel easier with the Instant Pot version?
staysnatched says
I've never done this. I find them easy to peel without doing it.
June Abrams says
The eggs turned out perfect and peeled so easy.
staysnatched says
Wonderful! I'm so glad you enjoyed them.
Bill Marsh says
I only leave them in for 2 minutes for the soft hard boiled eggs, with our pot we can cook 24 at one time.
staysnatched says
Thank you for sharing.