Eggtime

THE RELIABLE ONLINE EGG TIMER

Online egg timer
for perfect eggs.

Choose the egg size, starting temperature and yolk texture. This free timer calculates the cooking time, keeps your screen awake and alerts you when the eggs are ready.

✓ Size-aware timing✓ Screen stays awake✓ Sound, vibration & notification
YOUR COOKREADY
08:00cook time
Enable phone alertsWake Lock + sound + system notification

Tap Start once and allow notifications when your browser asks.

1. Egg size

2. Starting temperature

3. Desired doneness

EGG BOILING TIME CHART

How long to
boil eggs

These times are for eggs lowered gently into already-boiling water at sea level. Start the timer as soon as the eggs enter the water, keep the boil gentle, and transfer them to ice water when the alarm sounds.

Your current selection08:00L egg · from the fridge · medium
Boiling times for room-temperature eggs
DonenessSMLXL
SoftRunny yolk5:005:306:006:30
MediumJammy center6:307:007:308:00
HardFully set9:009:3010:0010:30

Eggs from the fridge: add 30 seconds. Above about 3,000 ft (900 m), boiling water is cooler, so use the chart as a starting point and add time gradually.

SIMPLE, REPEATABLE RESULTS

How to use this
egg timer

  1. 01

    Bring enough water to a gentle, rolling boil to cover the eggs.

  2. 02

    Lower eggs in carefully with a spoon, then tap Start right away.

  3. 03

    When the bell rings, transfer to ice water for 5 minutes.

Soft and hard boiled eggs on a dark plate

NUTRITION AT A GLANCE

What’s in a
boiled egg?

Eggs are a compact source of complete protein and naturally contain choline, selenium, vitamin B12 and vitamin D.

Per servingCaloriesProteinFatCarbs
100 g155 kcal12.6 g10.6 g1.1 g
1 large egg78 kcal6.3 g5.3 g0.6 g

THE EASY-PEEL METHOD

How to boil eggs
so they peel easily

Start eggs in already-boiling water, rather than heating them from cold. That quick set helps the egg white pull away from the shell. Use the timer above for your preferred yolk.

As soon as the timer ends, move eggs into a bowl of ice water. The rapid cooling stops carryover cooking and creates a little steam between the egg and shell. Crack all over, then peel under a thin stream of water.

RAW OR HARD-BOILED?

How to tell without
cracking the shell

Mixed up the eggs in your fridge? Start with the spin test on a clean, flat surface. It is quick, non-destructive and works because a cooked egg moves as one solid object while the liquid inside a raw egg keeps shifting.

01

Spin the egg

Lay the egg on its side and give it a gentle spin. A hard-boiled egg spins quickly and smoothly. A raw egg turns more slowly and tends to wobble.

Smooth spin → cooked
02

Stop and release

While the egg is spinning, stop it briefly with one finger, then lift your finger. A raw egg may start moving again because the liquid inside is still in motion.

Moves again → raw
03

Crack only if needed

If the spin test is unclear and you plan to use the egg immediately, crack it into a separate clean bowl. This is the only direct check, but it cannot be undone.

Definitive, but destructive
04

Prevent the mix-up

Store cooled hard-boiled eggs in a labelled container, separate from raw eggs. Mark the cooking date and refrigerate them promptly.

Label + date the container
Do not use the float test for this.

Floating mainly reflects the size of an egg’s air cell and therefore its age—not whether the egg is raw or cooked.

SIX EASY EGG RECIPES

Once the timer rings

Turn a perfectly cooked egg into breakfast, lunch or a make-ahead snack. Open any recipe for ingredients and simple steps.

01 · Soft-boiled

Soft Egg & Toast Soldiers

A comforting breakfast with crisp, buttery toast made for dipping.

10 min ＋

Ingredients

  • 2 soft-boiled eggs
  • 2 slices sourdough
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • Flaky salt and pepper

Method

  1. Toast the bread until golden and spread with butter.
  2. Cut toast into thick strips.
  3. Open the egg tops, season and serve immediately.
02 · Medium

Jammy Egg Avocado Toast

Creamy avocado, a jammy center and a bright hit of lemon.

12 min ＋

Ingredients

  • 1 medium-boiled egg
  • 1 slice sourdough
  • ½ avocado
  • Lemon, chili flakes and salt

Method

  1. Toast the bread and mash avocado with lemon and salt.
  2. Peel and halve the egg.
  3. Layer on toast and finish with chili flakes.
03 · Hard-boiled

Classic Egg Salad

A creamy, crunchy filling for sandwiches, wraps or lettuce cups.

15 min ＋

Ingredients

  • 4 hard-boiled eggs
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Celery, dill, salt and pepper

Method

  1. Chop the cooled eggs and celery.
  2. Fold together with mayonnaise, mustard and dill.
  3. Season to taste and chill until serving.
04 · Medium

Mediterranean Egg Bowl

A fresh lunch bowl with grains, vegetables and a rich jammy egg.

15 min ＋

Ingredients

  • 2 medium-boiled eggs
  • 1 cup cooked grains
  • Tomato and cucumber
  • Feta, olive oil and lemon

Method

  1. Arrange warm grains and chopped vegetables in a bowl.
  2. Add peeled, halved eggs and crumbled feta.
  3. Dress with olive oil, lemon, salt and pepper.
05 · Medium

Soy-Marinated Eggs

Savory ramen-style eggs with a deeply seasoned, custardy yolk.

4 hr ＋

Ingredients

  • 4 medium-boiled eggs
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar and 1 tsp sugar

Method

  1. Stir the marinade until the sugar dissolves.
  2. Peel cooled eggs and submerge in the marinade.
  3. Refrigerate 4–12 hours, turning once.
06 · Hard-boiled

Green Goddess Deviled Eggs

A bright, herb-packed version of the classic party snack.

25 min ＋

Ingredients

  • 6 hard-boiled eggs
  • 3 tbsp Greek yogurt
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Parsley, chives, lemon and salt

Method

  1. Halve the eggs and move yolks to a bowl.
  2. Mash yolks with yogurt, mustard, herbs and lemon.
  3. Spoon or pipe the filling back into the whites.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Egg timer FAQ

Quick answers to the questions home cooks ask most about boiling, cooling and serving eggs.

Why do eggs crack while boiling?

Sudden temperature changes and a hard boil can crack shells. Lower eggs gently into simmering water with a spoon and avoid overcrowding the pot.

How can I tell if an egg is raw or hard-boiled?

Spin it gently on a flat surface. A hard-boiled egg spins quickly and smoothly, while a raw egg is slower and wobbles. Stop it briefly and release it: a raw egg may begin moving again.

Does altitude change how long eggs take?

Yes. Water boils at a lower temperature at higher elevations, so eggs need a little longer. Add about 30 seconds at 3,000 feet and adjust to taste.

Can I use this timer for more than one egg?

Yes. Similar-size eggs fully covered by water use the same cooking time. Choose a larger pot so the water returns to a boil promptly.