To color eggs with food coloring, follow these steps:
- Prepare hard-boiled eggs : Place eggs in a saucepan, cover with cold water by about an inch, bring to a boil, then remove from heat and let stand covered for 12-15 minutes. Cool eggs under cold water
- Make the dye : For each color, mix 1/2 cup of boiling water, 1 teaspoon of white vinegar, and 10 to 20 drops of food coloring in a cup or bowl. Stir well to combine. Adjust the number of drops for lighter or darker colors. You can mix colors to create new shades (e.g., red + yellow = orange)
- Dye the eggs : Using a spoon or egg holder, submerge the cooled hard-boiled eggs into the dye. Leave them in for about 5 to 10 minutes, depending on how intense you want the color. Longer soaking results in deeper color
- Dry the eggs : Remove eggs with a slotted spoon or tongs and place them on a drying rack, paper towels, or back in the carton to dry completely
Additional tips:
- Use vinegar to help the color adhere better to the eggshell
- Protect your workspace with paper towels or disposable covers to avoid stains
- For creative effects, dip halves of eggs in different colors or layer multiple colors
- Use a whisk as an egg holder to dip eggs safely and avoid rolling
This method works well for both white and brown eggs, though colors may appear different on brown shells
. In summary, the key ingredients are hard-boiled eggs, hot water, white vinegar, and food coloring. Mix the dye, soak the eggs, and let them dry for beautifully colored Easter eggs
