
Perfectly cooked hard-boiled eggs have never been easier, and the air fryer method delivers consistently set whites and fully cooked yolks every single time. The gentle, even heat at 250°F does all the heavy lifting, so you don't have to babysit a pot of boiling water or guess at timing. Straight from the basket into an ice bath, the eggs cool quickly and peel beautifully — especially when you start at the wider end where the natural air pocket gives you a head start. With just eggs, ice, and cold water involved, there's nothing hidden to worry about, making this a completely clean and straightforward preparation. They keep unpeeled in the fridge for up to a week, so you can batch-cook a dozen and have a protein-packed snack or meal component ready to go whenever you need it. Slice them over salads, mash them into egg salad, or eat them straight with a pinch of salt — the possibilities are genuinely endless.
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Preheat the air fryer to 250°F (120°C) for 3 minutes.
Arrange the eggs in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving a little space between each one so air can circulate.
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