Air-Fryer Egg Hack: Jammy Eggs Perfection

Air fryers are a quick, easy, and low-cost way to cook food, and they can be used to make jammy eggs with a nice, soft, jammy centre. To make jammy eggs in an air fryer, set the temperature to between 270 and 275 degrees Fahrenheit and cook the eggs for 11-13 minutes. If you like your eggs a little firmer, you can cook them for 12-13 minutes, and if you prefer them hard-boiled, 15-18 minutes should do the trick.

Once the eggs are cooked, place them in a bowl of ice water for a few minutes, then gently crack and peel them. Season with salt and pepper, and enjoy!

Preheat the air fryer to 270-275°F

Preheating your air fryer is an important step in making jammy eggs. Set your air fryer to a temperature between 270°F and 275°F (132-135°C). If your air fryer does not have a temperature setting below 300°F, set it to that temperature instead.

Different air fryers have different preheating requirements. Some need to be preheated for about 2 minutes, while others can be preheated while you prepare the ice bath. Check your air fryer's instruction manual to see if it has any specific preheating instructions.

Once your air fryer has reached the desired temperature, you can add the eggs. It is important to note that you should not overcrowd the air fryer and should leave space between each egg to ensure proper cooking. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you can cook between 4 and 12 eggs at a time.

After preheating your air fryer to the correct temperature and adding the desired number of eggs, you can proceed with the next steps to make your jammy eggs.

Place eggs in the basket

Now that you've preheated your air fryer to the right temperature, it's time to place the eggs in the basket. This part is crucial, as you want to ensure even cooking and avoid overcrowding. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you can fit about six to eight eggs in a single layer, leaving at least a one-inch gap between each egg. This spacing is essential to allow proper air circulation.

When placing the eggs, try to avoid having them roll around too much. Most air fryer baskets have grooves that help keep the eggs in place. If your basket doesn't have these grooves, you can carefully adjust the eggs so they stay put. Once you've arranged the eggs neatly in the basket, you're ready to insert it back into the air fryer and let the cooking begin!

The number of eggs you can cook at once will depend on the size of your air fryer, so it's always a good idea to check your specific model's instructions. It's important not to overcrowd the basket, as this can affect cooking performance. If you're cooking for a larger group and need more eggs, you can always work in batches.

Remember, the key to successful jammy eggs in the air fryer is to give them room to breathe!

Cook for 11-13 minutes

Now, it's time to cook your eggs! Place the eggs in the basket of your air fryer, ensuring there's space between each egg to allow the air to circulate. Close the air fryer and cook for 11-13 minutes. This timing will give you the perfect jammy egg, with a soft, jammy centre. If you like your eggs a little firmer, go for the full 13 minutes.

While the eggs are cooking, prepare an ice bath. Fill a bowl with ice and cold water. This will be used to halt the cooking process once the eggs are done.

Once the timer goes off, remove the eggs from the air fryer and place them into the ice bath for around 2-5 minutes. This will cool the eggs and prevent overcooking. It will also make the eggs easier to peel.

Prepare an ice bath

Preparing an ice bath is a simple process, but it's important to get it right to ensure your eggs are easy to peel and retain their heat. An ice bath is used to rapidly cool your eggs and prevent overcooking. It's also a great way to prevent that unpleasant green ring from forming around the yolk.

To prepare an ice bath, simply fill a bowl with ice and then add cold water until the bowl is about three-quarters full. You want to use a lot of ice because the hot eggs will start to melt the ice immediately. The ice bath should be prepared before you cook your eggs so that the water is as cold as possible.

Once your eggs are cooked, use tongs to carefully transfer them to the ice bath. It's important to do this step as soon as the eggs are done cooking. Swirl the eggs around in the ice bath to ensure they cool evenly. Leave the eggs in the ice bath for at least 10 minutes, or until they are cool to the touch. If you want to eat your eggs warm, you can remove them from the ice bath once they are still warm.

After the eggs have cooled, you can remove them from the ice bath and begin peeling. The ice bath helps to shock the eggs, causing the whites to retract from the shell, making them easier to peel.

Peel the eggs

To peel the eggs, first, prepare an ice bath by filling a bowl with ice cubes and water. This will help cool the eggs so that you can handle them, and it will also prevent them from overcooking.

Next, gently tap the eggs on a hard surface, such as your countertop or cutting board, and roll them around to create cracks in the shell. Then, slowly and carefully start peeling the shell off. It's important to be gentle and patient during this process, as the eggs are delicate and can be easily damaged.

If you encounter any difficulties while peeling, try using the thin membrane that separates the egg white from the shell. Peeling the membrane can help the shell come off in larger pieces. Once you've removed the shell, run the egg under some water to get rid of any remaining shell fragments.

Finally, if you're not planning to eat the eggs right away, it's best to store them unpeeled in an airtight container or bag in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh for up to 7 days if left unpeeled and 3-4 days if peeled.

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