Learn how to make perfect instant pot hard boiled eggs with this easy recipe. They make a great snack, or use them to make classic deviled eggs or these decadent crab deviled eggs.
Rick despises eggs cooked any way other than scrambled. This recipe is not for him.
Instead, this recipe is for all of you on the hunt for the best way to make hard boiled eggs.
This recipe is foolproof, the eggs peel easily, and it’s super quick too. In just about 20 minutes, you’ll have perfectly cooked hard boiled eggs. The key? Using the 555 method.
What is the 5-5-5 Method for Eggs?
- 5 minutes cook time
- 5 minutes natural pressure release (then quick release the remaining pressure)
- 5 minutes ice bath
It will also take about 5 minutes for the pressure to build in the pot, hence the 20 minutes total time.
You can make as few eggs as you’d like or up to a dozen eggs in the instant pot.
How Do You Make Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs?
- Add 1 cup COLD water to the Instant Pot.
- Place the trivet or an egg rack in the pot and add eggs.
- Place lid on pot and set to SEAL.
- Hit MANUAL high pressure and set time for 5 minutes.
- Once the time is up, let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then release any remaining pressure.
- Remove eggs from the pot and place in an ice water bath for 5 minutes.
- Enjoy.
Recipe FAQs
The instant pot egg setting is a pre-programmed button set for 5 minutes. You can use this button if you would like a shortcut, or just set the instant pot for 5 minutes using the MANUAL button on high pressure.
You can use the wire trivet that comes with your instant pot, a steamer basket, or a silicone egg rack.
If you would like a runnier yolk, simply reduce the cook time to 3 minutes and the natural pressure release time to 3 minutes.
How Long Do Hard Boiled Eggs Last?
- Unpeeled hard boiled eggs will last for up to a week in the refrigerator. If they are peeled, they should be used within 3 days.
How Do You Peel Hard Boiled Eggs?
- Tap the egg on the counter then roll it with gentle pressure to create lots of tiny cracks. The peel off the shell with your fingers. It can also be helpful to peel the egg under running water or in the water bath.
I love adding these eggs to my protein boxes for easy grab and go lunches.
More Instant Pot Egg Recipes
More Instant Pot Basic Recipes
- Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes
- Instant Pot Lentils
- Instant Pot Chicken Breasts
- Instant Pot Quinoa
- Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
- Instant Pot Rice
- Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
- Instant Pot Chickpeas
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Instant Pot Boiled Eggs
Ingredients
- 1-12 eggs
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Add COLD water to the Instant Pot.
- Place the trivet or an egg rack in the pot.
- Add as many eggs as desired to the pot.
- Place lid on pot and set to SEAL.
- Hit MANUAL high pressure and set time for 5 minutes.
- It will take about 5 minutes for the pressure to build then a countdown timer will begin.
- Once the time is up, let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then release any remaining pressure.
- Remove eggs from the pot and place in an ice water bath for 5 minutes.
- Enjoy.
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