How to Make Pressure Cooker Hard-Boiled Eggs - A Step-by-Step Guide

Hard-boiled eggs are a versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes, from salads to sandwiches to deviled eggs. They are a convenient and healthy snack, and they can be prepared in bulk and stored in the refrigerator for easy access. While boiling eggs on the stove is a common method for hard-boiling eggs, using a pressure cooker can make the process even quicker and easier.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups water, or as needed
  • 8 fresh eggs
  • 4 cups cold water
  • 4 cups ice cubes

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 6 mins
  • Additional Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 46 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Fill a pressure cooker with the minimum amount of water specified by the manufacturer. Place eggs in the steamer basket above the water. Seal the lid and bring the pressure cooker up to low pressure.
  • Cook, maintaining low pressure, for 6 minutes. Remove the pressure cooker from heat and allow the pressure to drop for 5 minutes.
  • Combine cold water and ice in a large bowl.
  • Use the quick-release method to open the pressure cooker. Transfer hot eggs to ice water using an oven mitt or spoon. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    63 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 164mg
    • Sodium: 70mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 0g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 32mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 62mg