
Hard-boiled eggs sound simple, but getting them right — no green ring around the yolk, easy-to-peel shells, perfectly set whites — is something a lot of cooks struggle with on the stovetop. The pressure cooker method solves all of that in one go, delivering consistently cooked eggs every single time. With just eggs and water, this recipe is about as clean and straightforward as it gets, which makes it a natural fit for anyone avoiding specific spices or additives in their meals. There's no seasoning blend, no marinade, no hidden ingredients to second-guess — just steam, pressure, and an ice bath doing all the work. The ice bath step is key: it stops the cooking immediately and makes peeling almost effortless, especially when you start at the wider end where the air pocket gives you a head start. Keep them unpeeled in the fridge for up to a week and you've got a ready-to-go protein source for snacks, salads, or meal prep without any fuss.
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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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