How to Reheat Boiled Eggs

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Written By Acacia Crossley

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If you’ve got leftover eggs that you want to enjoy the next day then you’re probably going to want to warm them through. Fortunately, there are a number of ways to reheat boiled eggs.

6 boiled egg halves on a black plate

My 2 favourite methods involve microwaving and steaming. For both methods, you should keep the shell on the eggs as it will act as a protective barrier. You can then peel them once they’re reheated and enjoy them as you usually would.

The methods will work for both hard and soft-boiled eggs but you may find that the egg yolk becomes hard regardless. If you’re after perfect soft-boiled eggs then you may want to just cook them fresh.

How to Reheat Boiled Eggs in the Microwave

Using the microwave to reheat boiled eggs is probably the most convenient option and will take just a few minutes. Make sure you choose a deep microwave-safe bowl that can comfortably hold and submerge the boiled eggs in water.

  1. Pop Egg(s) Into Bowl
    Carefully place the eggs into the base of your bowl. Remember, this bowl must be microwave-safe.
  2. Pour Water Into The Bowl 
    Fill the bowl with room temperature water until the boiled egg(s) is fully submerged. Ensure the water level isn’t too high to prevent overflowing when bubbling.
2 boiled eggs in a glass bowl submerged in water
  1. Set Microwave
    Adjust your microwave to 50% power to gently reheat the egg without causing it to burst.
  2. Reheat
    Microwave the bowl for 1 minute. It’s essential not to exceed this time to avoid the risk of the egg exploding.
Glass bowl with boiled eggs submered in water placed into a microwave

How to Reheat Boiled Eggs in a Steamer

A steamer can be a very convenient way to reheat them if you are short on kitchenware or are already using the steamer and don’t want to have to wash up another bowl. It’s also a great way to reheat lots of boiled eggs at once:

  1. Set Up The Steamer
    Fill the bottom of the steamer with 2.5cm of water. 
  2. Heat The Water
    Set the steamer to high heat until the water starts to boil. Then, reduce the heat slightly to medium heat. 
Steamer placed over boiling water
  1. Put In The Eggs
    Uncover the top section of the steamer and place the boiled eggs in the centre of the steamer basket. Be careful of the hot water steam as you open the basket. 
2 boiled eggs placed onto a steamer
  1. Cover
    Once you have placed the eggs, cover the steamer once more, ensuring that the lid is secure enough to keep the heat inside. 
  2. Reheat
    Set a timer for 3 minutes and leave the eggs to warm up. 
  3. Remove From The Steamer
    Once the eggs are hot, turn off the heat and remove the eggs from the steamer altogether. Leaving them in the steamer may overcook them. 
Tongs removing 1 boiled egg from a steamer
  1. Peel And Enjoy
    All that’s left to do is peel or crack your reheated boiled eggs and eat up! 
Peeling boiled eggs over a white and green-rimmed plate
What is the Best Way to Reheat Boiled Eggs?

Using a steamer is the safer and more consistent method for reheating boiled eggs. It offers a gentler heat, reducing the risk of overcooking or exploding the egg, as can happen in a microwave. The even distribution of steam ensures the egg is uniformly reheated.

Tips for Reheating Boiled Eggs

If you want to have success every time you reheat boiled eggs, stick to my top tips. I’ve reheated enough boiled eggs in my time!

  • Piercing: Lightly pierce the egg’s bottom to release any built-up steam and prevent explosions. If you get the timing wrong in the microwave, it can make a real mess!
  • Rotate: If using a microwave, rotate the egg halfway for even reheating. Microwaves are notorious for reheating foods unevenly.
  • Damp Cloth: Wrap the egg in a damp paper towel before microwaving to prevent drying out.
  • Avoid Overcrowding: Reheat only 1 or 2 eggs at a time in the microwave for best results.
  • Reheating Limit: Avoid reheating an egg more than once. If you don’t eat the egg after reheating it then you’ll need to throw it out.
  • Water Level: Ensure water doesn’t touch the eggs directly in a steamer. You want to reheat the egg with steam and not with boiling or simmering water.
How Do You Reheat Peeled Boiled Eggs?

To reheat peeled boiled eggs, place them in a heatproof bowl, cover them with hot water, and let them sit for about 10 minutes.

How to Reheat Boiled Eggs

5 from 2 votes
Course: Sides, BreakfastCuisine: InternationalDifficulty: Easy
Servings

2

servings
Prep time

5

minutes
Cooking time

5

minutes
Total time

10

minutes

Here are 2 methods for reheating boiled eggs.

Ingredients

  • 2 2 Cooked Boiled Eggs, Shell On

  • Water

Directions

  • How to Reheat Boiled Eggs in the Microwave
  • Place the eggs you’re reheating into a microwave-safe dish. You should only reheat up to 2 eggs at a time with this method.
  • Submerge the eggs in room temperature water but ensure the water isn’t too close to the rim of the bowl.
  • Reheat the egg at 50% power for 1 minute. This will prevent the egg from bursting.
  • How to Reheat Boiled Eggs in a Steamer
  • Fill the bottom of the steamer with 2.5cm of water, then set the steamer over high heat until the water starts to boil, then reduce the heat.
  • Place the boiled eggs in the centre of the steamer basket. Once you have placed the eggs, cover the steamer once more, ensuring that the lid is secure enough to keep the heat inside and reheat for 3 minutes.
  • Once the eggs are hot, turn off the heat and remove the eggs from the steamer altogether. Leaving them in the steamer may overcook them. 

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