35 Hard-Boiled Egg Recipes So You Never Waste Any Ever Again (2024)

35 Hard-Boiled Egg Recipes So You Never Waste Any Ever Again (1)

Whether you have leftover hard-boiled eggs from Easter, or are searching for unexpected ways to put a carton of eggs to good use, the search for what to do with all those eggs ends here. Get creative with them using these recipes that will have you wondering why boiling a batch isn't already a staple in your weekly routine. Our collection of tasty egg ideas elevates the sometimes plain protein staple most commonly known for its leading role in the classic deviled egg or egg salad, into filling, composed dishes you can enjoy for any meal of the day, all year round!

Try making large batches of our perfect hard-boiled eggs or even our quick and easy air fryer hard-boiled eggs to make lunch a breeze for meal prep and more. Stored in the fridge, hard-boiled eggs will last up to 1 week so you'll have 7 whole days after they've been cooked to create these favorite recipes that use the humble egg. We’ve even got tips and tricks on how to peel them, so no worries if you need to start with the basics.

Once you have a batch of boiled eggs ready to go, most of these recipes will come together in a flash. We've included a number of fun takes on the classics here like our bloody Mary deviled eggs, fried deviled eggs, and BLT egglets. As well as some protein-packed meal ideas from a classic Cobb salad, an egg salad sandwich and a hearty avocado breakfast bowl. You'll also find some exciting and flavorful new ways to use your eggs up with our easy egg curry, our sabich sandwich, and our TikTok famous rebel within muffins.

Want even more ways to use eggs? Check out our best deviled egg ideas, our favorite egg recipes for every meal, and our top healthy egg recipes.

Hard-Boiled Eggs

You've gotta walk before you can run! The true key to perfect deviled eggs is getting your hard-boiled eggs just right. Our recipe has all the tips and tricks to guarantee the perfect consistency, every time.

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Air Fryer Hard-Boiled Eggs

This recipe makes the already easy hard boiled egg even easier by simply throwing eggs into the air fryer and tossing them into an ice bath when done. Eat them as is, or turn them into delicious deviled eggs.

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Scotch Eggs

We didn’t think a jammy egg could get any better—until we tried Scotch eggs. Featuring a layer of sausage wrapped around a boiled egg, battered, and deep-fried, this popular British snack is our new favorite thing to eat for breakfast, lunch, mid-afternoon snack... and any meal in between.

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Seven-Layer Salad

Want a show-stopping centerpiece for your party table? Look no further than this gorgeous layered spring salad. Make it ahead of time, then toss it together just before serving.

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BLT Egglets

Looking for an easy, quick low-carb snack? Look no further than these BLT egglets. They’re kind of like a cross between a BLT sandwich and egg salad, but portable, and we are here for it.

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Soy-Marinated Eggs

In this Korean inspired twist on hard boiled eggs, the eggs are first soft boiled to jammy perfection, then marinaded off the heat in a mixture of soy sauce, garlic, sugar, and rice wine vinegar. I always add a couple of dried chiles and shiitake mushrooms for more flavor, but it’s up to you if you want to add anything additional to yours.

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Egg Curry

We here in the Delish Test Kitchen absolutely love curry. And though we're sure you've had curries made with chicken, lamb or even shrimp, you might not have had a curry made with perfectly cooked eggs. This recipe is so quick to come together and is a great way to use any leftover eggs you might have in your fridge.

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Deviled Egg

A classic appetizer, deviled eggs bring the party to any event. Whether you're serving them at your BBQ, Easter dinner, or summer potluck, you can't go wrong with this satisfying app. While they’re fairly simple to make, there are a few ways you can go wrong when making this classic. If you’re looking for a foolproof method to hard boiling and filling your deviled eggs, our best-ever recipe should be your new go-to.

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Egg Salad

It’s always a good idea to have a tried-and-true egg salad recipe up your sleeve: it’s easy to make, and is a classic BBQ side and quick lunch you can rely on. Our standard centers around just 6 core ingredients; use it as a base for creative mix-ins and variations, or enjoy as is for a truly classic recipe. Whether you’re craving egg salad sandwiches for a warm weather picnic or are looking for a staple summer side, make this best egg salad recipe your new go-to.

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Fried Deviled Eggs

We used to think Deviled Eggs were perfect... and then we deep fried them, and now they're even better. We went with our classic flavoring for this version, but they could easily be spiced up with other flavorings or garnishes like these Maple Bacon Deviled Eggs.

Tuna Macaroni Salad

If you fancy spicy tuna and you love a macaroni salad, the only logical thing to do at that point is to bring the two together in a generous serving of spicy tuna mac. This recipe calls for quick-pickling red onion, shredded carrots, and chopped pickles while the pasta cooks so you get nicely tart and crunchy elements in every bite.

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Sabich Sandwich

This hearty vegetarian dish is based on a traditional Iraqi breakfast, and is popular among Iraqi-Israelis. With flavorful seared and marinated eggplant slices, fresh cucumber salad, and creamy tahini sauce, this juicy sandwich gives our beloved a run for its money.

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Beet Pickled Eggs

This easy recipe turns regular ol' hard boiled eggs into something special. We love eating them solo with a beer or martini, but they'd also make the most beautiful cobb salad ever!

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Cobb Salad

In our book, the Cobb salad just might be the perfect dinner salad. It’s versatile, hearty, easy to make, and even easier to meal prep. Our classic recipe creates the perfect balance of textures and flavors, all tied together by the star of the show: our homemade dressing.

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Everything Deviled Eggs

Step aside, bagels, there's a new lox vehicle in town—deviled eggs! Top these with homemade or store-bought everything bagel seasoning for the perfect crunch.

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Niçoise Salad

A classic French dish, Niçoise salad is a composed salad—similar to the American Cobb—that we can’t help but reach for in the summer months. It’s got everything: briny flavors, hits of umami, jammy eggs, hearty potatoes, and fresh veggies.

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Maple Bacon Deviled Eggs

Everything is better with bacon—especially when it's maple-glazed bacon. To make it, simply pan-fry bacon strips and brush maple syrup on after flipping. This goes into both the yolk-and-mayo filling and thegarnish on top. Go all out, ya know?

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Rebel Within Muffins

The base of this recipe is a delicious cheesy and herb studded muffin that is more like a savory scone or biscuit in texture, dressed up with a soft boiled egg on the inside that stays beautifully runny and gives a nice surprise when you cut it in half.

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Avocado Breakfast Bowls

Breakfast bowls are infinitely adaptable, which is why we love them. We use quinoa as a base, avocado and eggs for protein, and roasted sweet potatoes for bulk. Soft-boiled eggs typically last up to 2 days in the fridge, so if you want to truly prep this whole meal ahead, hard-boiled eggs are a better option.

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Mardi Gras Deviled Eggs

Celebrate Mardi Gras with these purple, gold, and green deviled eggs. Hard boiled eggs get pickled with purple cabbage to dye the whites naturally and a little cajun seasoning goes in the yolk mixture to make these deviled eggs New Orleans approved!

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35 Hard-Boiled Egg Recipes So You Never Waste Any Ever Again (2024)

FAQs

Can you eat hard-boiled eggs after 10 days? ›

According to the Food and Drug Administration, you can keep hard-cooked eggs in the refrigerator for up to seven days after they have been cooked. 1 And it doesn't matter whether the eggs are already peeled or still in the shell. Either way, they will last for a week.

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How long will boiled eggs last in the refrigerator? ›

Hard cooked eggs can be stored in the refrigerator up to seven days, either left in their shells or peeled. Make sure eggs are refrigerated within two hours after cooking, and don't leave refrigerated cooked eggs out at room temperature for more than two hours.

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What's the best way to store hard-boiled eggs? ›

It's important to keep moisture to a minimum. Place the eggs in an airtight, hard-sided storage container. You can use a resealable storage bag if that's all you have on hand, but it's best to opt for something sturdier to keep the shells intact. Store the unpeeled hard-boiled eggs in the fridge for up to one week.

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What happens when you add vinegar to hard-boiled eggs? ›

The vinegar in the water makes the eggs easier to peel. Here's why: The vinegar's acid not only dissolves some of the calcium carbonate in the shell, it also helps the whites set faster. Running the hard-boiled eggs under cold running water as you're peeling, meanwhile, helps the shell separate from the membrane.

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How long are died hard-boiled eggs good for? ›

Hard-boiled eggs can be safely stored in the refrigerator for up to one week, says Brigman. After boiling, cool them quickly in an ice bath before transferring them to the fridge.

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How to boil eggs so they peel easily? ›

Instructions

Place eggs in a medium pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil, then cover the pot and turn off the heat. ...
Transfer the eggs to a bowl of ice water and chill for 14 minutes. This makes the eggs easier to peel.

Can I freeze hard-boiled eggs? ›

If the eggs have already been peeled, keep them moist by covering them on bottom and top with a damp paper towel before placing them in the container. Another storage option for hard-boiled eggs is to freeze them and keep the cooked yolks. If you freeze the entire egg, the whites will become tough and inedible.

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Can I eat 8 day old boiled eggs? ›

Hard-boiled eggs can be kept for 1 week in your refrigerator. If the egg develops an unmistakable odor or slimy or chalky texture, discard it, as eating spoiled eggs can make you sick.

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Can dogs eat hard-boiled eggs? ›

Eggs are nutritious for both people and dogs. They can be tasty treats or a hearty breakfast, whether they're hard-boiled, poached, scrambled, or over easy. A cooked entire egg or yolk can be good for your dog, unless your pet has a pre-existing health condition like acute pancreatitis or diabetes.

Is it safe to eat boiled eggs left out overnight? ›

Never leave cooked eggs or egg dishes out of the refrigerator for more than 2 hours or for more than 1 hour when temperatures are above 90° F. Bacteria that can cause illness grow quickly at warm temperatures (between 40° F and 140° F).

How to tell if a hard-boiled egg is bad? ›

“If the egg is discolored or has a greenish ring around the yolk, it's likely gone bad.” A bad hard-boiled egg may also have a sulfuric smell, adds Marcus. The bottom line on hard-boiled eggs: “If the egg is slimy, mushy or smells bad, toss it,” says Steele.

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How to stop hard-boiled eggs from smelling? ›

To get rid of any pungent sulfur smells while making hard-boiled eggs in your kitchen, simply add a few teaspoons of white distilled vinegar to the pot of water before you start cooking. Then, hard boil the eggs as you normally would.

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Can you put hard-boiled eggs in the fridge right after boiling? ›

According to Flaherty, even fully cooked eggs cannot be left at room temperature for more than two hours before spoiling. She says to place hard-boiled eggs in the refrigerator within at least two hours after cooking to avoid spoilage and the spread of potentially harmful bacteria.

What's the trick to boiling hard-boiled eggs? ›

Instructions

Place your eggs in a single layer on the bottom of your pot and cover with cold water. ...
Over high heat, bring your eggs to a rolling boil.
Remove from heat and let stand in water for 10-12 minutes for large eggs. ...
Drain water and immediately run cold water over eggs until cooled.

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What makes some hard-boiled eggs easier to peel than others? ›

The higher pH of older eggs allows the whites to separate from the inner shell membrane, which makes them easier to peel.

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How do you hard boil eggs without cracking for Easter? ›

With water boiling, gently lower your eggs into the pot, a few at a time. (A small strainer, spider, or slotted spoon is ideal for the job.) Lower eggs to the bottom of the pot and roll them gently off the strainer, so they don't crack when they hit the pot floor.

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