How to Boil Eggs in the Microwave
Learn how to boil eggs in the microwave in less than half the time with this easy, step-by-step guide with safety tips!
Prep Time0 minutes mins
Cook Time6 minutes mins
Resting Time2 minutes mins
Total Time8 minutes mins
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: How to boil egg in microwave, Microwave boiled egg
Servings: 1
- 1 large egg cold from the fridge
- Water
- Ice
Pierce the wider end of a cold large egg with something sharp. Place the egg in a 2-cup glass measuring cup. Cover with cold water by one inch.
Microwave on 50% power for 4 minutes.
Let the egg rest in in the hot water for 2 minutes (it continues gently cooking and prevents too much pressure from building up).
Microwave again on 50% power for 2 more minutes.
Transfer the egg to an ice bath to cool and stop the cooking. Tap egg on hard surface and peel.
SAFETY NOTE: Microwaving eggs can cause pressure to build up inside them and there's a chance they can explode.
- Egg will be less likely to explode if the shell pierced and the egg is fully covered by water for the whole time it is cooking. Use caution.
- Cover the Dish with Plastic Wrap: for extra insurance against messy egg explosions in the microwave.
RECIPE NOTES:
- Microwave Variances: All microwaves are different. Adjust cooking times based on the wattage of your microwave and the number of eggs you're cooking.
- Container Choice: Use a microwave-safe container like a glass measuring cup and ensure the egg is completely submerged in water.
- I tested this method using a 2-cup glass measuring cup and 1 1/2 cups of water, which covered my egg(s) by an inch, as directed.
If you use a different size or shape of dish, you may need to adjust cooking times slightly.
- See notes in post on how to adjust the method to microwave boil 2 eggs at once.
Calories: 63kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.3g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 164mg | Sodium: 62mg | Potassium: 61mg | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 238IU | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg