How to Boil an Egg: It's Simple—and Complicated!

Eggs! Thank you for being a easy and quick way to add protein to any meal. 🌟

You’re the unsung hero of quick meals, lunchbox add-ins, and post-workout snacks. Packed with protein, B vitamins, choline, and healthy fats, eggs are one of the most nutrient-dense foods you can keep in your fridge. And boiled eggs? They're meal prep gold.

Here’s your no-fail guide to boiling eggs just the way you like them—from jammy yolks to firm and crumbly. Because let’s be honest: everyone has a perfect boiled egg preference.

🥚 Step-by-Step: How to Boil the Perfect Egg

1. Place eggs in a single layer in a saucepan and cover with cold water—about 1 inch above the eggs.

2. Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.

3. As soon as it boils, cover the pot with a lid and turn off the heat.

4. Let the eggs sit, covered, for:

   • 6 minutes → Soft-boiled, jammy center

   • 8 minutes → Creamy yolk, slightly firm

   • 10 minutes → Fully cooked but still tender

   • 12 minutes → Firm and crumbly yolk (great for egg salad)

5. Immediately transfer to an ice bath (bowl of ice water) to stop the cooking. Let sit for 10 minutes.

6. Peel, slice, sprinkle with sea salt, or stash them in the fridge for later.

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🧊 Storage Tips

• Store peeled or unpeeled boiled eggs in the fridge for up to 7 days.

• If peeling ahead, store in an airtight container with a paper towel to absorb moisture.

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💡 Marnie's Tips

• Use slightly older eggs for easier peeling.

• Want easy-to-peel shells every time? Add a splash of vinegar or baking soda to the boiling water.

• Boiled eggs make great grab-and-go snacks, protein toppers for salads or grain bowls, or a quick deviled egg appetizer.