
Hard-boiled eggs sound simple enough, but getting them consistently perfect — no green ring, no rubbery whites — is trickier than most people expect. The pressure cooker method solves that completely, delivering tender whites and creamy, fully set yolks every single time. The ice bath step is key: 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 natural head start. With just eggs and water, there are absolutely zero hidden additives or seasoning blends to worry about, which makes this a genuinely clean, worry-free preparation. A batch of twelve means you're stocked for the whole week — ready for quick snacks, salads, meal prep bowls, or a simple sprinkle of salt straight out of the fridge. It's the kind of reliable, back-pocket recipe that quietly becomes one of the most useful things in your cooking routine.
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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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