Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs With Easy To Peel Shells Recipe

I love creating the perfect hard boiled eggs using my favorite 6 large eggs, a cup of water, and a refreshing ice bath. With Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs Easy Peel, I’m constantly surprised by how wonderfully consistent and effortless they turn out every single time. You might just want to try this next!

I’ve been messing around with eggs in my Instant Pot for a while now and let me tell you, they never disappoint. When I first learned how to boil eggs in an Instant Pot, I couldn’t believe how perfect the hard boiled eggs turned out.

I only used 6 large eggs (room temp is best) and 1 cup water, but the results were amazing. Once done, I quickly transferred them into a bowl filled with ice (make sure you have enough ice for a proper ice bath) which really makes peeling them a piece of cake.

I’ve tried tons of methods and trust me, these instant pot hard boiled eggs with easy peel shells are a game changer. They cook up just right, and you won’t have to fight with the shell like some other methods where the eggs get all gunky.

Once you’ve tried making these, you’ll definitely be curious to experiment more with your pressure cooker. Enjoy!

Why I Like this Recipe

I really like this recipe cuz it’s super easy to follow and i always get perfect eggs every time. Sometimes other methods can be tricky, but using the Instant Pot and letting the eggs cool in an ice bath makes it foolproof.

Another reason i love it is that i don’t have to worry about peeling the eggs. The ice water trick really helps the shells come off so fast, which used to be a real pain for me before i found this method.

I also like that there are only a few simple ingredients and steps. With just water, eggs, and ice, it keeps things simple and low fuss even when i’m in a hurry.

Ingredients

Hard boiled eggs made in the Instant Pot always blow my mind.

I’ve noticed that these ingredients do wonders for the dish.

The eggs, water and ice work together in a cool way.

Eggs gives you loads of protein and important vitamins that help keep you nourished.

The water is not only there to create the steam needed for an even cook but also helps in keeping the texture just right.

Meanwhile ice stops the cooking quickly which makes peeling them a breeze.

It may seem simple but trust me, the mix of these ingredients creates an amazing and tasty snack.

• Eggs: Packed with protein and essential nutrients fueling your body.
• Water: Generates gentle steam to cook eggs evenly and tenderly.
• Ice: Stops cooking rapidly ensuring a soft, peelable egg shell.

Ingredient Quantities

• 6 large eggs (room temp is best)
• 1 cup water
• Ice (enough to fill a bowl for an ice bath)

How to Make this

1. Pour 1 cup of water into the Instant Pot.

2. Carefully place your 6 large eggs (preferably at room temp) into the pot, making sure they are arranged evenly.

3. Seal the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to sealing mode.

4. Select the Manual or Pressure Cook setting and set the timer for 5 minutes on high pressure.

5. Once the cooking time is finished, let the pressure release naturally for about 5 minutes; don’t rush this step.

6. After 5 minutes, carefully switch the valve to venting for a quick release of any remaining pressure.

7. Open the lid slowly and use a slotted spoon to remove the eggs from the pot.

8. Immediately transfer the eggs to a bowl filled with ice water.

9. Let the eggs sit in the ice bath for at least 5 minutes to cool and help loosen the shells.

10. Once cooled, gently tap the eggs on a hard surface and peel; you’ll notice the shells come off much easier.

Equipment Needed

1. Instant Pot
2. Measuring cup (for 1 cup of water)
3. Bowl (to hold the ice water for the bath)
4. Slotted spoon (for removing the eggs)
5. Hard surface (like a countertop to tap the eggs and loosen the shells)

FAQ

Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs With Easy To Peel Shells Recipe Substitutions and Variations

• If you don’t have large eggs, try using medium eggs instead. Theres a chance you might need to tweak the cooking time by a minute or so.
• If you lack 1 cup of water, you can use 240 ml of water. It basically is the same thing and works fine in your Instant Pot.
• If ice is missing, you can use frozen peas as a makeshift ice pack or chill some water in the freezer until it gets really cold to create your ice bath.

Pro Tips

1. Make sure your eggs are at room temp before puttin them in the pot so they heat more evenly and don’t crack from the sudden change in temp.
2. When the timer goes off, let the pressure release naturally for a few minutes before switching to quick release. This step is super important to prevent overcooking your eggs.
3. After cooking, put your eggs straight into the ice bath. This not only helps stop the cooking process instantly but also makes the shells easier to peel later on.
4. Give the eggs a little tap on a hard surface before peelin’ them. A gentle tap helps create small cracks all over the shell so it peels off with less hassle.