Perfectly boil eggs every time
Soft-boiled with runny yolks—made for dipping toast sticks.
Super runnyBarely set whites with luscious yolks—great for salad & toast.
Runny centerCreamy yolks and just-set whites—perfect for bowls & sandwiches.
CreamyFirm yolks & whites—ideal for salads and meal prep.
FirmPowdery yolks, rubbery whites—only if you really want it.
Very firmWater level 3cm/1" – Fill the saucepan so eggs are covered by at least 3cm / 1".
Boil first then add eggs – Bring water to a rapid boil. Lower fridge-cold eggs in gently.
Lower heat – Keep water bubbling but not so much that eggs crack.
Start the timer once all eggs are in:
- Dippy soldiers: 3 minutes
- Runny yolks: 6 minutes
- Soft boiled: 8 minutes
- Hard boiled: 10 minutes
- Overcooked: 12 minutes
Cool 10 minutes – Place eggs in cold water for 10 mins.
Peel from base in water – Crack base, peel under water.
Storing – Keep hard boiled eggs in fridge up to 7 days.