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Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs

Recipe by Rebekah Winscott

Perfect Instant Pot hard-boiled eggs using the 5-5-5 method. Easy to peel, consistent every time, and great for meal prep or quick snacks.


  • Total Time7 minutes
  • Yield6-12 eggs 1x

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 6 large eggs (or up to 12)
  • 1 cup water
  • Ice (for ice bath)

Instructions

  1. Place a trivet or steamer rack inside the Instant Pot.
  2. Add 1 cup of water to the bottom of the pot.
  3. Arrange eggs on the trivet in a single layer.
  4. Seal the lid and set the valve to sealing. Cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.
  5. Let pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then quick release remaining pressure.
  6. Transfer eggs to an ice bath for 5 minutes.
  7. Peel and serve or store for later.

Notes

  • Use the 5-5-5 method for consistent results every time
  • Ice bath is essential for easy peeling
  • Older eggs peel more easily than very fresh eggs
  • Cooking time stays the same whether making 2 or 12 eggs
  • For softer yolks, reduce cook time to 3–4 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 large egg
  • Calories: 70 kcal
  • Sugar: 0 g
  • Sodium: 65 mg
  • Fat: 5 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 1 g
  • Fiber: 0 g
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Cholesterol: 185 mg