How Long Do Hard Boiled Eggs Last

Perfect hard boiled eggs – Everything you need to know to make them ahead of time and store them safely. From deviled eggs, to egg salad, hard boiled eggs are a versatile little snack that you can make in large batches and save for later. With two easy cooking methods, and handy tips and tricks, you’ll be making the perfect hard boiled eggs every time. 

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All About Hard Boiled Eggs

Hard boiled eggs are a style of egg made by cooking whole eggs in the shell until the egg inside becomes firm and fully cooked. This is done by boiling or baking the eggs, rapidly cooling them, and then peeling off the shells to reveal the beautifully cooked egg white and yolk within.

Hard boiled eggs are a popular protein packed snack, and are also used in recipes like egg salad, deviled eggs, or as a topping for salad.

Creating the perfect hard boiled egg can be tricky but with this handy guide you’ll learn everything you need to not only make the perfect hard boiled eggs, but store them safely for future use.

What type of egg is used for hard boiled eggs?

You can hard boil any type of egg, from chicken eggs, to duck eggs, they all work! Just be sure to adjust the cooking to depending on the type and size of egg you are using.

Are hard-boiled eggs a healthy snack option?

Hard boiled eggs are a delicious and healthy snack option. Since they are boiled in the shell there is no oil used to cook these eggs. Eggs are also packed with beneficial amino acids and protein, as well as healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals. 

The ability to cook hard boiled eggs ahead of time make them a quick option for adding healthy protein to your meals, and salads.

How Long do hard boiled eggs last

Even though it’s easy to make a large batch of hard boiled eggs, it’s important to make sure they aren’t left in the fridge too long.

Hard Boiled eggs can last safely in the refrigerator for up to one week. So make sure that you aren’t cooking more than you can use in 1 week.

Dishes and recipes that are made with hard boiled eggs such as deviled eggs or egg salad, have a shorter shelf life than unused hard boiled eggs. These recipes will last 3-4 days.

It’s important to make sure both cooked and raw eggs are kept in the refrigerator and not left out for more than 2 hours.

How to tell if hard boiled eggs are still fresh

The best way to determine if hard boiled eggs are safe to eat is by making sure they aren’t left in the fridge for too long. You can also use the sniff test and make sure there are no foul odors. If the egg smells off in any way, discard it and do not eat it.

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Safest Way to Store Hard Boiled Eggs

If you are cooking in large batches and planning to store hard boiled eggs you must keep them in the refrigerator. You should not leave them out at room temperature for longer than 1-2 hours.

Peeled hard boiled eggs

Peeled eggs can be stored in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Cover the bottom of the container with a moist paper towel and help keep the eggs from drying out.

Unpeeled Hard boiled eggs

Unpeeled hard boiled eggs will stay moist and fresh compared to peeled eggs. Store in a sealed container for up to 1 week and peel before using. Leaving the eggs unpeeled is the best way to store hard boiled eggs so they last in the fridge.

Freezing Guide

It is not recommended to freeze hard boiled eggs. Freezing the eggs will change the texture and they become very unappealing.

Tips

• Starting the eggs in cold water before bringing them to a boil will help prevent the eggs from cracking.
• Once the water is boiling remove the pot from the heat and leave it covered. The steam and the hot water will finish cooking the eggs.
• To make hard boiled eggs easier to peel, transfer them immediately to an ice water bath or run under very cold water until they are cool to the touch.
• Egg shells leftover from hard boiled eggs can be added to the compost where they will provide much needed calcium to your garden.

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How Long Do Hard Boiled Eggs Last

Cook Time: 12 minutes minutes

Hard boiled eggs are a versatile and deliciousfood to have on hand for snacking or a variety of recipes like egg salad ordeviled eggs. The secret to perfect hard boiled eggs is to avoid over cookingthem, and cooling them as soon as they are done!

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Ingredients 

• 12 eggs

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Instructions

Stovetop:

• Add the eggs to a large pot with a lid in a single layer along the bottom of the pot. Fill the pot with enough cold water to just cover the eggs by about 1 inch and cover with a lid.
  
• Place over high heat and bring to a rapid boil. Turn off the heat and let the eggs sit in the hot water for 10-12 minutes.
  
• Carefully drain the hot water and immediately run the cooked eggs under cold water until they are cool to the touch or transfer to an ice water bath until cooled.
  
• Once cool, gently crack the egg, being careful not to damage the egg white and peel off the shell. Rinse the peeled egg under water to dislodge any bits of shell.
  

Oven Method:

• Preheat the oven to 325°F.
• Fill each cup of a 12 cup muffin tin with a whole unopened egg.
  
• Bake at 325°F for 30 minutes. Once finished, immediately run under cold water or transfer to an ice water bath until cool to the touch.
• Once cool, gently crack the egg, being careful not to damage the egg white and peel off the shell. Rinse the peeled egg under water to dislodge any bits of shell.