A white plate of hard-boiled eggs, some sliced, against a dark background.

Stovetop~25 minComplexity

Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs

Name: Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Egg, whole, large, raw; Kosher salt and ground black pepper (optional)

Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs deliver 6g protein and 72 calories per serving, a versatile micro-macro option for supplementing higher-protein meals. Quick-preps 4 servings on the stovetop as a grab-and-go protein addition to any meal. Use between main meals to incrementally hit daily protein targets without cooking additional dishes.

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Ingredients

4 servings

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Egg, Whole, Large(200g)
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Kosher salt and ground black pepper (optional)

Instructions

1Arrange the large eggs in a single layer in the air fryer basket directly from the refrigerator without preheating the air fryer.
2Set the air fryer to 250°F and cook the eggs for 15–17 minutes (15 minutes for softer, jammy yolks; 17 minutes for firmer, fully cooked yolks) until they reach your desired doneness.
3While the eggs cook, fill a large bowl with ice cubes and cover with cold water to create an ice bath.
4Transfer the eggs immediately to the ice bath as soon as the cooking time ends to stop the cooking process.
5Gently tap each egg with the back of a spoon to crack the shell, then return it to the ice bath briefly—water will seep between the shell and egg white, making peeling easier.
6Peel the eggs while still in or just after the ice bath, working gently to remove all shell and membrane.
7Divide the peeled eggs evenly into airtight containers while still cool, then refrigerate.
8Top with salt and pepper or use in your favorite recipes; store in the refrigerator for up to 5–7 days.

Nutrition — Per Serving

calories

protein

fat

Carbohydrates: 0g
Saturated fat: 1.6g
Sodium: 71 mg
Dietary fiber: 0.0g

4 servings per batch · ~50g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs have per serving?

Each egg provides 6g of protein and 72 calories with 5g fat and 0g carbs. These are low-protein individually but work well as a high-volume snack or quick addition to other meals.

How long does Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs take to prep?

Quick prep time with 4 servings (1 egg each) makes this one of the fastest batch-prep items in the app. You can prepare a dozen at once and portion them throughout the week.

Is Air Fryer Hard Boiled Eggs good for fat loss?

At 72 calories and 6g protein per egg, these are efficient for fat loss as a high-volume, low-calorie snack option. Eating 2-3 eggs together gives you 12-18g protein in under 220 calories, supporting appetite control during a deficit.