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Easy Big-Batch Hard Boiled Egg Meal Prep for Perfect Protein Snacks

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A simple, reliable recipe for cooking a dozen hard boiled eggs perfect for meal prep, snacks, salads, and quick meals throughout the week.

Ingredients

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  • 12 large eggs
  • Water (enough to cover eggs by about 1 inch)
  • Ice cubes and cold water (optional, for ice bath)

Instructions

  1. Place 12 large eggs in a single layer at the bottom of a large pot.
  2. Pour cold water into the pot until eggs are covered by about 1 inch (2.5 cm).
  3. Place the pot over medium-high heat and bring the water to a rolling boil (about 7-10 minutes).
  4. Turn off the heat and cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid.
  5. Set a timer for exactly 12 minutes for large eggs (9-10 minutes for medium eggs).
  6. While eggs are cooking, prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with ice and cold water.
  7. When the timer goes off, use a slotted spoon to transfer eggs to the ice bath.
  8. Let eggs chill in the ice bath for at least 5 minutes.
  9. Peel eggs under running cold water if eating immediately, or store unpeeled eggs in the refrigerator.

Notes

Use older eggs for easier peeling. Do not overcook to avoid green ring around yolk. Peeling under running cold water helps remove shells easily. Adjust cooking time for egg size and altitude. Store unpeeled eggs in fridge up to one week; peeled eggs best within 3-4 days.

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