Farm Fresh Hard Boiled eggs

Debunking the Hard-Boiled Egg Myth: Farm-Fresh Eggs Can Be Perfect!

If you’ve ever boiled eggs, you’ve probably heard the common advice: don’t use farm-fresh eggs—they’re impossible to peel. But what if we told you this is just a myth? The truth is, you absolutely can cook perfect hard-boiled eggs using farm-fresh eggs—it all comes down to having the right tools and timing.

Whether you’re whipping up deviled eggs for a party or meal-prepping for the week, we’ll show you how to get flawless results every time—even with the freshest eggs straight from the coop. Ready to crack the code? Let’s dive in!

The Secret Weapon: A Pressure Cooker

The most important tool for perfectly cooked, easy-to-peel eggs is a pressure cooker. It’s a game-changer! Personally, I swear by my Pampered Chef pressure cooker (I have the old version, and I love it for everything). Along with your pressure cooker, you’ll need a rack to keep the eggs off the bottom of the pot.

Here’s how to do it:

Wash your eggs – our eggs remain unwashed until we are ready to use them. We recommend just tap water and a towel if needed.
Add water: Pour about 1 cup of water into the pressure cooker.
Set up your eggs: Place the eggs on the rack to keep them elevated.
Cook: Set your pressure cooker to 7 minutes. (This timing may vary slightly depending on your cooker and how firm you want the yolks.)
After your pressure cooker has cooked for 7 minutes allow your cooker to naturally release for 7 minutes.
After 7 minutes move eggs (carefully – they will still be hot) to the ice bath. Allow them to cool in the ice bath for a minimum of 7 minutes.
Peel & enjoy!