Instant Pot Hard-Boiled Eggs

A plate of perfectly cooked hard boiled eggs, ideal for enhancing salads or creating a delicious egg salad sandwich.

For busy families, having a batch of perfectly cooked hard-boiled eggs ready to go can make life a little easier. Whether you need a quick breakfast, a healthy snack, or a simple way to add protein to salads and lunches, hard-boiled eggs are a convenient option to keep on hand.

This easy Instant Pot hard-boiled eggs recipe takes the guesswork out of cooking them. With the simple 5-5-5 method—5 minutes under pressure, 5 minutes of natural release, and 5 minutes in an ice bath—you can make perfectly cooked, easy-to-peel eggs with minimal effort. It is a quick and reliable recipe for busy families who want to prep ahead and have a simple, nutritious option ready whenever they need it.

Fresh garden salad topped with slices of perfectly boiled eggs, juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and red onions, offering a vibrant and healthy meal option.

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Instant Pot Hard-Boiled Eggs

The easiest 5-5-5 method for perfectly cooked, easy-to-peel eggs!

Ingredients

• 6–12 large eggs

• 1 cup water

• Ice

• Cold water

  
  

Instructions

1. Place the trivet or steamer basket in the Instant Pot and add 1 cup of water.

2. Arrange the eggs on the trivet or in the basket.

3. Secure the lid and cook on High Pressure for 5 minutes.

4. Allow the pressure to naturally release for 5 minutes, then carefully release any remaining pressure.

5. Immediately transfer the eggs to an ice bath for 5 minutes.

6. Crack, peel, and enjoy!

Quick tip: Using a trivet or basket keeps the eggs elevated above the water while they cook, and the quick ice bath helps stop the cooking process and makes peeling easier.

Chris' effortless homemade egg salad sandwich, a deliciously simple treat made with creamy eggs, fresh greens, and a sprinkle of herbs.