
Hard-boiled eggs are one of those endlessly useful kitchen staples — perfect for snacking, meal prep, salads, deviled eggs, or just a quick protein hit on a busy morning. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of caffeine, so there's nothing to second-guess or swap out. The pressure cooker method is a genuine upgrade over the stovetop: consistent results, easy-peel shells, and no hovering over a pot of boiling water. The ice bath step is the real secret weapon — it stops the cooking instantly and makes peeling almost effortless, especially when you start at the wider end where the air pocket gives you a head start. Once you've got a batch in the fridge, you're set for the whole week with a ready-to-go, satisfying snack or ingredient that fits seamlessly into just about any meal plan.
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Pour 1 cup of water into the inner pot of the pressure cooker. Place a steamer basket or trivet inside. Arrange the eggs in a single layer on the basket.
Secure the lid and set the valve to Sealing. Cook on High Pressure for 5 minutes.
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