How to Make Hard Boiled Eggs in the Oven

Learn how to make hard boiled eggs in the oven! This simple method of hard boiling eggs is incredibly easy and a must try next time you go to make some.

My husband *loves* making hard boiled eggs. He thinks it’s easy to make them on the stove (we share how to here). I on the other hand am lazy and the thought of boiled water, timing the boil, shutting the flame off, the lids, blah blah blah are just annoying to me.

But when I started making hard boiled eggs in the OVEN – well that just changed the game!

The timing of hard boiling eggs on the stove is a pain in my tush and I always did it wrong. But the idea and simplicity of hard boiling eggs in the oven has to be the easiest method in my opinion.

You only need one ingredient to make these (eggs of course). I have a feeling you will love this method as much as I do. Let me know if you try it too!

What ingredients you need to make hard boiled eggs in the oven:

• Eggs! Shocker ha!! No sub here 😉

How to make hard boiled eggs in the oven:

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F
2. Add the eggs to a large muffin tray 
3. Add the eggs to the oven and bake for about 25 minutes (for fully cooked eggs)
4. Remove from oven and add eggs to an large bowl filled with iced water for about 10 minutes
5. Peel and enjoy as is or make egg salad

FAQs on making hard boiled eggs in the oven instead of stove:

• What is the key to peeling hard boiled eggs? The number one thing you must do is put the cooked eggs in an ice bath after they cook! This is really helpful in getting them to peel easily.
• Why make hard boil eggs in oven? It is so much easier in my opinion. Less effort and timing from my perspective! But if you prefer stovetop, try Jordan’s go-to method.
• How long do hard boiled eggs stay good for? About 5 days in the fridge.
• How do I know if my eggs are cooked? 25 minutes at 325 degrees F should be more than enough time. My eggs are usually well done at that time so if you like them softer, take them out around 20-22 minutes.

A few other easy lunch ideas to prep:

Chicken Freezer Burritos (for kids!)

The Best Whole30 Tuna Salad (paleo)

Easy Thai Chicken Salad

15-minute Peanut Noodle Salad (gluten-free)