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Instant Pot No Peel HardBoiled Eggs. Take the stress out ofcooking hard boiled eggs in the instant pot with this easy to follow, foolproof no peel method.

My Instant Pot Egg Loaf and my Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs changed the way people cooked eggs in their instant pot and I am here today to show you an even easier way to make instant pot hard boiled eggs without any peeling whatsoever.

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Instant Pot NoPeel Hard Boiled Eggs

I love hard boiled eggs. It hasbeen an addiction of mine from childhood. I grew up loving egg mayonnaise (Americanscall it an egg salad) and I loved eggs over a delicious salad. Not to mentionmy love for sliced eggs on toast.

The only kitchen accessory we hadback then for eggs was a slicer. The egg slicer would slice the egg perfectlyand you would think how gourmet your egg looked.

But your parents would still havegone through the effort of boiling the egg, attempting to peel it before itlanded on your dinner plate.

That is why I am glad that I amteaching my kids to cook in this modern kitchen gadget world and they can watchwith amazement as the magic of the instant pot, takes the effort away andproduces amazing instant pot no peel hard boiled eggs.

Why Make InstantPot No Peel Hard Boiled Eggs?

This recipe for instant pot nopeel hard boiled eggs will blow your mind. You will be amazed by how simpleit is to cook perfect hard boiled eggs in the instant pot.

I am sure if you are reading this, you have been made aware that eggs are one of the key favourites for cooking in your instant pot or other electric pressure cooker.

That is TRUE. And it isnot a new thing. Back in January 2017 when we first shared instant pot hard boiled eggs forbeginners people were amazed that we showed them a way to easilypeel boiled eggs without having to follow the annoying 5-5-5 method whichincluded an ice bath.

But what if you could crack your eggsinto a mould, just like the motion when you fry an egg and then 7 minutes laterreturn to perfect hard boiled eggs that need ZERO peeling.

Now this is what I love about theinstant pot and why you MUST make instant pot no peel hard boiled eggs!

What Ingredients& Gadgets Go Into Instant Pot No Peel Hard Boiled Eggs?

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There are 2 main ingredients that go into instant pot nopeel hard boiled eggs:

That is literally it! Because the egg mould is so AMAZING (well this one is that we use), you don’t need to oil the egg bite mould as they come out perfectly every time.

We tried it several times and not once did it stick!

Though, I have been made aware that some lower quality brands do stick. The one we use is also the same brand that has many best selling instant pot accessories that we feature in many of our instant pot recipes as we love their products. They have just amazed me with how easy they have made instant pot cooking.

You can use any eggs that cook well. My favourite eggs are duck eggs, but regular hen eggs work fine too.

Just like you can use cheap eggs and quality free range eggs. We won’t judge, just use what eggs you LOVE.

A mention should of course go to the Instant Pot we use. We have both the 6 quart, 8 quart instant pot. We also have the 6 quart Mealthy Multipot.

The size of instant pot you have only matters if you want to cook 14 no peel hard boiled eggs at once. You see each egg bite mould holds 7 eggs.

If you wanted to stack and do 2 lots and cook 14 at once, you would need the 8 quart. This is because the 8 quart is slightly taller and will fit them in better.

How To Make InstantPot No Peel Hard Boiled Eggs?

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Making instant pot no peelhard boiled eggs is EASY and it is a case of a quick crack into theegg bite moulds, lowering into the instant pot and waiting for the beep to tellyou that you have perfect hard boiled eggs.

  1. Place a cup of water into the bottom of your instant pot.
  2. Crack an egg into each of the moulds that you want to use.
  3. Place the lid on the instant pot, set the valve to sealing and cook for 7 minutes.
  4. Manually release pressure, allow to cool and eat!

You Don’t Need Oil For Your Egg Bite Mould

The silicone works as a non-stickand does an amazing job of avoiding oil. You just need to make sure your eggshave cooled before removing them. That way they will come out perfect everytime.

How Many Eggs Should I Cook At Once?

You could cook just one hardboiled egg, or you could cook a full mould of eggs. As well as this, you couldstack two moulds on top of each other to cook a total of 14 if you would like.

More Instant PotEgg Recipes

Here at Recipe This we love to cook eggs in the instant pot pressure cooker. Below you will find a few more suggestions to try out next.

  • Instant Pot Egg Bites Without Cottage Cheese – A cottage cheese free version of instant pot egg bites. So delicious and easy to mix and match with your favourite ingredients.
  • Instant Pot Egg Loaf – A similar method to our no peel hard boiled eggs. But instead the eggs are cracked into one big container, they gel together and it is perfect for dicing eggs for egg mayonnaise/egg salad.
  • Instant Pot Soft Boiled Eggs With Soldiers – Dippy eggs cooked in the instant pot are the best and one of my favourite ways to cook eggs in the instant pot.
  • Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs For Beginners – The original method of mine for cooking hard boiled eggs in the instant pot. The eggs are easy to peel and you avoid that water bath too.
  • Instant Pot Egg Salad – Perfect for instant pot egg salad sandwiches, tapas and other finger food, it rounds up the different ways you can cook eggs for an instant pot egg salad.
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Instant Pot No Peel Hard Boiled Eggs

Instant Pot No Peel Hard Boiled Eggs. Take the stress out of cooking hard boiled eggs in the instant pot with this easy to follow, fool proof no peel method.

Cook Time7 minutes mins

Total Time7 minutes mins

Course: Salad, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine: Instant Pot

Servings: 7

Calories: 63kcal

Author: RecipeThis.com

Ingredients

Instant Pot No Peel Hard Boiled Eggs Recipe Ingredients:

  • 7 Large Eggs
  • Salt & Pepper

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Instructions

  • Make sure your egg bite mould is clean and then crack an egg into each of the 7 holes. Secure the silicone lid on top.

  • Place a cup of water into the bottom of the instant pot, add the trivet and place your egg bite mould on top.

  • Place the lid on the instant pot, set the valve to sealing and cook for 7 minutes on manual/pressure cook.

  • After it beeps, manually release pressure and remove the egg mould from the instant pot.

  • Remove the silicone lid and leave to one side and allow to cool.

  • Once it is almost cool (5 minutes is usually enough) remove your eggs from the moulds.

  • Season with salt and pepper and serve.

Notes

We recommend this brand of egg bite moulds. They are non-stick and require no oil when making your no peel boiled eggs.

Make sure you allow the eggs to cool before removing from the mould. Otherwise you will end up with them breaking up and not coming out whole.

Nutrition

Calories: 63kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 164mg | Sodium: 62mg | Potassium: 61mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 238IU | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition InfoPlease Note: Nutrition values are our best estimate based on the software we use at Recipe This and are meant as a guide. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

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FAQs

What is the egg button on the Instant Pot? ›

Plug in the Instant Pot, lock the lid, and position the steam release valve to "sealed." Press the "Egg" button on the Instant Pot. It will pressure cook the pot for five minutes on normal. This will result in hard-boiled eggs. If you want soft-boiled eggs, use the "-" button to reduce the cook time to four minutes.

How many eggs can I hard boil at a time in my Instant Pot? ›

I've found that 12 eggs fit perfectly on the metal rack at the bottom of your Instant Pot, but if you decide to cook more than 12 eggs at a time, I highly suggest getting this steamer basket. I have this exact one and it works great!

How do restaurants peel hard-boiled eggs? ›

By placing the eggs and water into the container and shaking it vigorously for a minute or two, the eggs will peel themselves. The action causes them to smash against each other, shattering their shells, which are then washed away by the water.

What is the best method for hard-boiled eggs? ›

Instructions
  1. Place your eggs in a single layer on the bottom of your pot and cover with cold water. ...
  2. Over high heat, bring your eggs to a rolling boil.
  3. Remove from heat and let stand in water for 10-12 minutes for large eggs. ...
  4. Drain water and immediately run cold water over eggs until cooled.

Why are pressure cooked eggs easier to peel? ›

Pressure cooking the fresh egg in steam at low pressure actually expands the air pocket around the entire egg, allowing it to peel very easily. The only hook is this: You need a pressure cooker that has a low pressure (6 to 8 PSI) setting, as higher pressure (13 to 15 PSI for most cookers) would make the eggs crack.

How long are hard-boiled eggs good for? ›

Information. Hard cooked eggs can be stored in the refrigerator up to seven days, either left in their shells or peeled. Make sure eggs are refrigerated within two hours after cooking, and don't leave refrigerated cooked eggs out at room temperature for more than two hours.

Are hard-boiled eggs good for you? ›

Hard-boiled eggs are an excellent source of lean protein. They'll fill you up without packing in too many calories, which is helpful if you want to lose weight. The protein in hard-boiled eggs also works alongside vitamin D to promote prenatal development.

Do hard-boiled eggs float? ›

Bottom Line

After trying several methods to determine if an egg is cooked or not, there were a few that came out on top. Contrary to what you might have heard, hard-boiled eggs do not float—but they do act differently when you spin them or shine a flashlight through them.

How do you know if an egg is bad? ›

Simply fill a bowl with cold tap water and place your eggs in it. If they sink to the bottom and lay flat on one side, they are fresh and good to eat. A bad egg will float because of the large air cell that forms at its base. Any floating eggs should be thrown out.

What causes hard-boiled eggs to peel hard? ›

The fresher the egg, the more difficult it is to peel after hard cooking. That's because the air cell, found at the large end of the shell between the shell membranes, increases in size the longer the raw egg is stored. As the contents of the egg contracts and the air cell enlarges, the shell becomes easier to peel.

How long should you boil an egg? ›

Gently lower in fridge-cold eggs. Lower the heat slightly – so the eggs don't crack due to being bashed around but water is still at a gentle boil. Start the timer – 6 minutes for runny yolks, 8 minutes for soft boiled, 10 minutes for classic hard boiled, 15 minutes for unpleasant rubbery whites and powdery dry yolks.

Can you boil hard-boiled eggs too long? ›

Hard-boiled eggs have firm yolks and whites. Avoid cooking them for too long otherwise the protein in the white toughens and becomes rubbery. When hard-cooking eggs, using fresh eggs isn't recommended as they are difficult to peel so eggs that are coming close to their 'best before' date will peel most easily.

How long does it take to hard boil an egg? ›

Once the water is at a rolling boil, turn off the heat and cover the pot with the lid. Allow the eggs to sit in the hot water for the following times according to the desired doneness: 3 minutes for SOFT boiled; 6 minutes for MEDIUM boiled; 12 minutes for HARD boiled.

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