Struggling with peeling hard boiled eggs?
Say goodbye to the hassle!
There’s a super easy hack that makes it a breeze.
Ready to learn how?
Let’s get cracking!
Prep Your Eggs
First things first, you need some hard-boiled eggs. Get a pot, fill it with water, and put your eggs in.
Bring it to a boil, then let them simmer for about 9-12 minutes depending on how you like your yolks. Easy enough, right?
Once they’re done, drain the hot water and smack them into a bowl of ice water to cool down. Leave them there for at least 5 minutes.
This step helps a lot with easier peeling.
Gently Crack the Shell
Once your eggs are cooled, take one and give it a gentle roll on your counter. You want to crack the shell just enough to make peeling easier, but don’t smash it into smithereens.
A few gentle taps and rolls should do the trick. Doing this loosens the membrane, which is the real culprit in tough-peel eggs.
Start Peeling Under Water
Here’s where the magic happens. Grab a bowl of water and start peeling your egg under the water.
The water helps to get between the egg white and the membrane, making it a breeze to peel off. No more wrestling with teeny-tiny shell pieces!
Just start from the wider end where there’s usually a little air pocket, and the shell should come off in bigger pieces.
Use a Spoon as a Peeler
If you’re still having trouble or just want to switch it up, grab a spoon. After cracking the shell, gently slide a spoon between the shell and the egg white.
Follow the curve of the egg and the shell should just pop off. It’s like your egg has a shiny new jacket that slips right off.
Super easy!
Try the Shake Trick
Feeling a bit adventurous? Place your cracked egg in a jar with a bit of water.
Close the lid and give it a good shake for a few seconds. When you open it up, you’ll find the shell pretty much falling off your egg.
It’s fast, a little bit fun, and totally effective. Perfect for when you have lots of eggs to peel.