Place Eggs in a Single Layer Start by arranging your eggs in a single layer at the bottom of a large pot. This ensures even cooking and prevents cracking during boiling.
Add Water to Cover the Eggs Fill the pot with water, ensuring it covers the eggs by about an inch. This will ensure the eggs cook evenly and thoroughly without being exposed to air.
Bring to a Boil Turn the heat to high and bring the water to a rapid boil. Once it reaches a boil, cover the pot with a lid and remove it from the heat immediately.
Let Eggs Sit in Hot Water Let the eggs sit in the hot water for 9-12 minutes, depending on how firm you want the yolks. For soft yolks, go for 9 minutes, and for fully set yolks, go for 12 minutes.
Cool in Ice Water After the cooking time is up, carefully transfer the eggs to an ice water bath or run them under cold water. This stops the cooking process and makes peeling easier.
Peel or Store the Eggs Once the eggs are cool, you can peel them right away or store them in the fridge for up to a week. The shell is easier to remove when they’ve been properly cooled.
Batch-Cook and Enjoy Cooking in batches is perfect for meal prep. You can use hard boiled eggs for salads, sandwiches, snacks, or even make egg salads throughout the week.