Yes, you can indeed "hard boil" eggs in an air fryer. While it's not technically boiling since you won't be submerging the eggs in water, you can use the air fryer to achieve similar results. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to do it:
Preheat your air fryer: Set the temperature to 250°F (120°C) and allow it to preheat for a few minutes.
Place the eggs in the air fryer: Carefully place the eggs in the air fryer basket or on the air fryer tray. It's important to place them in a single layer to ensure even cooking.
Cook the eggs: Close the air fryer and let the eggs cook at 250°F (120°C) for about 15-17 minutes for hard-boiled eggs. You may need to adjust the cooking time slightly depending on the size of your eggs and the desired level of doneness.
Prepare an ice bath: While the eggs are cooking, fill a bowl with cold water and ice cubes. This will be used to cool the eggs quickly and stop the cooking process.
Transfer the eggs to the ice bath: Once the cooking time is up, use tongs or a spoon to carefully transfer the eggs from the air fryer to the ice bath. Let them sit in the ice bath for about 5 minutes to cool and stop the cooking.
Peel and enjoy: After the eggs have cooled, gently tap them on a hard surface to crack the shell, then peel the shell off. Your "hard-boiled" eggs are now ready to be enjoyed!
Keep in mind that the cooking times and temperatures may vary slightly depending on the specific model of air fryer you're using, so it's a good idea to refer to the manufacturer's instructions or make slight adjustments based on your own experience with your air fryer.