To boil hard boiled eggs, the general recommended cooking time is about 10 to 12 minutes once the water is boiling, depending on how firm you want the yolk:
- For fully hard boiled eggs with firm yolks, boil for 10 to 12 minutes
- Some sources suggest 11 minutes for hard boiled eggs starting with eggs in boiling water
- After boiling, immediately place the eggs in an ice water bath for at least 10-15 minutes to stop the cooking process and make peeling easier
Basic method:
- Bring water to a boil.
- Gently lower fridge-cold eggs into boiling water.
- Reduce heat to a gentle simmer and cook for 10-12 minutes.
- Transfer eggs to ice water bath for 10-15 minutes before peeling.
This method yields eggs with fully set whites and firm, vibrant yolks without greenish discoloration
. In summary, boil eggs for about 10-12 minutes in simmering water, then cool them in ice water for best hard boiled eggs.
