
Hard-boiled eggs are one of those kitchen staples that seem simple until you end up with rubbery whites or a chalky green ring around the yolk. The pressure cooker method solves all of that — a quick high-pressure cook followed by a natural release and an ice bath gives you consistently tender, perfectly set eggs every single time. With just eggs and water, this recipe is about as clean and straightforward as food gets, making it a worry-free choice for anyone navigating ingredient sensitivities or avoiding legume-based additives that sometimes sneak into processed foods. No fillers, no flour blends, no hidden extras — just two ingredients doing exactly what they're supposed to do. The ice bath step is key, stopping the cooking process immediately and making the shells slide off with almost no effort. Keep a batch in the fridge all week for quick snacks, protein-packed lunches, or a head start on egg salad. Once you try this method, you'll never go back to the stovetop.
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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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