Learn how to boil eggs in the microwave in just a few simple steps. Simply place eggs into a microwave-safe bowl, fill with water and salt, then heat.
There are different ways to cook eggs such as Over Hard Eggs on the stovetop or Homemade Omelets boiled in a bag. Now, these microwave hard boiled eggs can be added to the list. Cook hard boiled eggs in 10 minutes or less then enjoy plain, seasoned or incorporated into a recipe (we share ideas below!).
For more egg cooking styles, check out Dairy Free Deviled Eggs, Hash Brown Egg Cups, Sweet Potato Egg Cups and Egg and Cheese McMuffin.
Can You Hard Boil An Egg In The Microwave?
You can absolutely microwave eggs to cook them, including hard-boiling them, but it’s important to be cautious when doing so. Microwaving eggs requires specific steps to avoid potential hazards such as the eggs exploding due to steam pressure buildup.
Microwaving is also a great learning opportunity for young chefs since the strength of your microwave and the size of the bowl will impact how the eggs are cooked.
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Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons salt
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How To Cook Eggs In The Microwave
Add the eggs and salt to a large microwave-safe bowl. Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt for each egg you are cooking. Fill the bowl with water at least 1/2 inch above the eggs.
Cook in the microwave: Cooking time is dependant on how many eggs you are boiling and the size of your bowl. As a general rule of thumb, 4 eggs take about 10-15 minutes. 8 eggs take between 20-25 minutes. The most important factor is to cook the eggs for another 6 minutes AFTER the water starts to boil. (for hard-boiled eggs).
Place into an ice bath: Carefully remove the bowl from the microwave with oven mitts. Use tongs to place the eggs immediately into the ice bath. Let chill for at least 3 minutes.
How Long To Microwave other Kinds of Eggs
Microwaving eggs is a convenient and quick way to prepare them, but it’s important to follow the right techniques to ensure they cook properly without making a mess. Here’s how long to microwave eggs for various preparations:
- Microwave Scrambled Eggs:
- Crack 2-3 eggs into a microwave-safe bowl.
- Add a splash of milk, shredded cheese, salt, and pepper (optional).
- Whisk the eggs until well beaten.
- Microwave on high for 30 seconds.
- Remove the bowl and stir the eggs with a fork.
- Continue to microwave in 15-20 second intervals, stirring between each, until they are just set but still slightly moist. This usually takes 1-2 minutes in total.
- Soft Boiled Eggs:
- Place one or more eggs in a microwave-safe bowl.
- Add enough cold water to cover the eggs.
- Cover the bowl with a microwave-safe plate or microwave-safe plastic wrap.
- Microwave on high for 4-6 minutes, depending on your microwave’s wattage and desired doneness.
- For a runny yolk, aim for the lower end of the time range; for firmer yolks, go towards the higher end.
- Carefully remove the bowl and eggs (they will be hot) and run them under cold water or place in an ice water bath to stop the cooking process.
- Poached Eggs:
- Fill a microwave-safe mug or bowl with about 1/2 cup of water.
- Gently crack an egg into the water.
- Cover the mug or bowl with a microwave-safe plate.
- Microwave on medium power (50% power) for 50-70 seconds. The time will vary depending on your microwave’s wattage and how runny or firm you want the yolk.
- Carefully remove the poached egg with a slotted spoon and drain any excess water.
- Fried Eggs:
- Grease a microwave-safe plate with a small amount of cooking oil or butter.
- Crack an egg onto the plate.
- Pierce the egg yolk gently with a fork to prevent it from bursting.
- Microwave on medium power (50% power) for 1-2 minutes or until the egg white is set and the yolk is cooked to your liking.
- Cooking time may vary depending on your microwave’s wattage and desired doneness.
Remember that microwave cooking times can vary depending on the wattage of your microwave, so you may need to adjust the cooking times accordingly. Always use microwave-safe containers and exercise caution when removing hot dishes from the microwave.
How To Serve Hard Boiled Eggs
Hard boiled eggs can be served for breakfast, lunch, dinner or as a snack. Enjoy plain or seasoned with any of the following spices.
- Everything Bagel Seasoning
- Paprika
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Red pepper flakes
If you enjoy spicy foods, drizzle the eggs with siracha sauce or hot sauce after cooking and cooling.
Frequently Asked Questions
These eggs will “boil” in the microwave for approximately 10 minutes. Every microwave varies in strength so you may need to adjust the cooking time depending on your microwave.
Hard boiled eggs will last in the fridge for up to 1 week. Store in an airtight container and enjoy as desired.
Yes, eggs prepared in their natural form are gluten-free. Be cautious when eating eggs away from home such as at a restaurant or hotel by asking the cooking method and utensils used. Many common breakfast foods contain gluten and are cooked on the same griddle, oven, or stovetop as eggs. Alerting your waitress/waiter and chef of your gluten-free lifestyle is an excellent way to raise awareness in the kitchen and safely consume eggs as desired. If wondering what else is gluten-free, check out our Is This Gluten-Free? guide.
The ice bath will do the trick. It is a simple method that makes peeling SO much easier.
Kids In The Kitchen
Cooking tips and suggestions for kids making this recipe.
- Submerging (completely covering) the eggs in water and adding salt is a MUST to prevent the eggs from cracking or exploding in the microwave.
- Adding the eggs to the ice bath after cooking makes it easier to peel the shell away from the eggs.
- Increase the cooking time by 1-2 minutes the next time if the eggs are softer than you like.
More Ways to Cook Eggs
If you have ever wondered the difference between over hard, over medium and over easy eggs, let’s break it down!
This is a great learning opportunity for both kids and parents. It especially helps kids learn how to confidently follow a recipe in the kitchen and order eggs at a restaurant.
Over Hard Eggs
Over Hard Eggs that are fried in a skillet where the whites are crispy, and yolk is hard.
Over Easy Eggs
Over Easy Eggs refers to the doneness of the yolk. Compared to an over medium or fried egg, these types of eggs are runny in the center.
Over Medium Eggs
Over Hard Eggs are fried in a skillet for a shorter time making the yolks somewhat runny.
Sunny Side Up Eggs
Sunny Side Up Eggs are over easy eggs that are not flipped in the skillet and served with the yolk side up.
Omelets
Omelets are eggs that are beaten in a bowl then poured into a heated and greased pan, left to cook then folded in half in the skillet. Kids also get a kick out of making Homemade Boil In the Bag Omelets.
Deviled Eggs
Deviled Eggs are hard boiled eggs that are sliced in half once cooked, yolks removed and mashed with ingredients to create a creamy mixture that is added back to the egg white halves.
Recipes with Hard Boiled Eggs
- Gluten Free Potato Salad
- Avocado Toast For Kids
- Toast Toppings
- Easy Egg Salad (Gluten Free, Low Carb)
- Hard-Boiled Egg Recipe Ideas
More Microwave Meal Ideas
- How To Steam Broccoli in Microwave
- How To Make Microwave Baked Potatoes
- Microwave Pizza Recipe
- How to Microwave Butternut Squash
- Gluten Free Mug Cake
- Homemade Microwave Popcorn
CKC Features both Gluten-Free Guidance and Kids Cooking Instructions: If you’re new to eating gluten-free we understand it’s overwhelming trying to figure out which foods may contain gluten and which ones don’t. All of our gluten-free recipes marked with this symbol ✅ represent foods that need to be checked for gluten or cross-contamination.
The ⭐️ symbol in the recipe below denotes the steps in which kid cooks may need a helper (depending on age). If there is no ⭐️ symbol, that step (or recipe) doesn’t require a helper.
Microwaved Hard Boiled Eggs Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons salt
Instructions
- Prep the eggs. Add the eggs and salt to a large microwave-safe bowl. Fill the bowl with water 1/2 inch above the eggs.4 large eggs, 2 teaspoons salt
- ⭐️Cook in the microwave. Heat the eggs for 10 minutes or until the water has been boiling for 6 minutes (for hard-boiled eggs).
- ⭐️Place into an ice bath. Carefully remove the bowl from the microwave with oven mitts. Use tongs to place the eggs immediately into the ice bath. Let chill for 3 minutes.
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Notes
Tips
- Submerging the eggs in water and adding salt is a MUST to prevent cracking/exploding eggs.
- Add cooked eggs to an ice bath immediately to make peeling easier.
- Store in the fridge for up to 7 days.
- Serve plain, seasoned or incorporated into a recipe.
Seasoning Ideas
- Everything Bagel Seasoning
- Paprika
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Red pepper flakes
- Siracha sauce or hot sauce
Nutrition
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