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How Long to Boil Eggs

Boil eggs about 6 minutes for soft yolks, 8–9 minutes for medium, and 10–12 minutes for hard-boiled eggs.

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Quick answer:

Boil eggs about 6 minutes for soft yolks, 8–9 minutes for medium, and 10–12 minutes for hard-boiled eggs.

  • Time needed6–12 minutes
  • DifficultyEasy
  • Works onChicken eggs, stovetop
  • Last checkedJune 2026
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Use eggs of similar size and cool them in cold water after boiling for easier peeling.

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Step-by-step guide

  1. Bring water to a boil

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  2. Lower eggs carefully

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  3. Set a timer

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  4. Cool in cold water

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  5. Peel and serve

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Use eggs of similar size and cool them in cold water after boiling for easier peeling.

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About this guide

This guide was prepared by How-To Digital Editorial Team and reviewed by Editorial Review. Updated: 2026-06-12.