Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs (Easy!)
- PREP 5min
- COOK 8min
- TOTAL 13min
These Instant Pot eggs could not be simpler! If you are looking for a 100% foolproof method for cooking eggs in your pressure cooker, you have found it. What we love about this recipe is that it can make hard-boiled and soft-boiled eggs. You can also use it to make eggs for ramen, deviled eggs, salads, and a healthy snack.
*Please read the manufacturer’s instructions for your pressure cooker before following this recipe.
You Will Need
2 to 12 large eggs
1 cup water
Directions
Place a steaming rack or metal trivet at the bottom of the pressure cooker (ours comes with our 6-quart Instant Pot).
Pour the water into the pressure cooker. Then, carefully set the eggs onto the rack to not touch the water below.
Seal the pressure cooker and cook at high pressure for your desired cooking time: 3 minutes for soft-boiled eggs, 5 to 6 minutes for medium-boiled eggs, and 7 to 9 minutes for hard-boiled eggs.
While the eggs cook, prepare a bowl filled with water and ice.
When the timer goes off, manually release the pressure. Be careful to keep your hands away from the steam from the cooker.
When all the pressure has been released, open the lid and transfer the eggs to the ice bath. Peel the eggs after a few minutes of sitting in the ice bath.
Adam and Joanne's Tips
- How many eggs fit in the Instant Pot? This depends on your pot size. A 6-quart usually holds 10 to 12 eggs in a single layer.
- Should I use the egg setting? Not necessary! Use the High Pressure button for easy, customizable results.
- What’s a manual release? Refer to your manual for your model’s quick-release button or valve. This lets you safely release built-up steam.
- Nutrition facts: The nutrition facts provided below are estimates.