Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs

Name: Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs
Cook time: 13 min
Total time: 13 min
Ingredients: 4 eggs

By Arman Liewupdated on Jul 03, 2025

Reader Rating

Total Time 13

Servings 4 servings

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Make hard boiled eggs perfectly in the air fryer. The result is eggs that cook quickly, peel easily, and require no babysitting whatsoever. A delicious, high-protein addition to any meal.

My partner and I enjoy hard-boiled eggs almost every day: for breakfast, quick lunches, or just a high-protein snack between meals. To save time, I started cooking them in the air fryer, and honestly, I haven’t looked back.

There’s no boiling water, no guessing the timing, and no babysitting the pot. Just perfectly cooked eggs with firm, creamy centers and easy-to-peel shells- every single time.

And yes, they’re completely safe to cook this way! After testing in all three (yes, three) of my air fryers to get the temperature and timing down, I found the sweet spot. This recipe is specifically for hard-boiled eggs, but if you prefer the texture of a runny yolk, try my air fryer soft boiled eggs.

What readers are saying

★★★★★ – “Thanks for this recipe, Arman. I just made these in my Phillips air fryer and they turned out perfect!” – Olivia

Key ingredients

Large eggs. I suggest using slightly older eggs rather than fresh ones. In my experience, older eggs peel more easily and taste just as good. Let them sit at room temperature for 10 minutes to cook more quickly.

How to air fry hard boiled eggs

This is an overview with step-by-step photos. Full ingredients & instructions are in the recipe card below.

Step 1- Place eggs in a preheated air fryer basket and air fry for about 13 minutes.

Step 2– Carefully place the eggs in a bowl of cold water and let them rest for 5 minutes. Then peel or refrigerate.

Arman’s recipe tips

Don’t adjust the temperature. This is my #1 tip. I’ve tested this recipe at various temperatures and found 135°F to be the best. If you try to make it too hot, you risk the eggs cracking and resulting in a rubbery texture.
Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket. Ensure there is enough space around each egg for the hot air to circulate.
Adjust the cooking time. Everyone’s air fryer is a bit different, so your eggs may need more or less time to cook. For reference, the air fryer I used has a power rating of 1800 watts.
Don’t have room temperature eggs? Gently place them in a bowl of lukewarm water for 5 minutes before cooking.
Don’t skip the ice bath. Honestly, this makes such a huge difference in the time it takes to cool and also the ease of peeling them.

Frequently asked questions

Why are my air fryer eggs hard to peel?

Peeling eggs is somewhat of an art form. To get the perfect peel, gently crack the egg at the base, then look for the membrane as you peel. Go slowly and run the egg underwater to remove the tiny bits of shell.

Can I use aluminum foil in an air fryer for eggs?

You can, but you really don’t need to! All my air fryers held the eggs perfectly fine and none of them cracked at all.

Can you freeze air fryer hard boiled eggs?

I don’t recommend freezing boiled eggs. I found once they were thawed, the whites were rubbery and the yolks crumbled.

How do you store hard boiled eggs?

Place leftover (unpeeled) eggs in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to one week. If the eggs are peeled, I suggest enjoying them within 4 days.

✅ Nutrition reviewed

Nutrition information has been reviewed by registered dietitian Felicia Newell, MScAHN, RD, CPT.