# Egg Boiling Time Calculator

URL: https://speedycalculator.com/calculators/food/egg-boiling/
Last updated: 2026-10-25

> The egg boiling calculator estimates how long to boil an egg for a soft, medium or hard yolk, adjusted for egg size and starting temperature (fridge-cold or room temperature).

## Inputs

- Doneness
- Egg size
- Starting temperature

## Results

- Boil for

## Formula

```
Time ≈ base time × size factor + 1 min if from the fridge
```

## Explanation

Cooking time depends on egg size and starting temperature. Plunging eggs into iced water stops cooking.

### How to use the Egg Boiling Time Calculator

- **Doneness**
- **Egg size**
- **Starting temperature**

Results update as you type, and every field accepts the units shown in its menu.

### How it works

Base times for a large egg added to boiling water are adjusted for size and temperature.

### Inputs explained

FieldWhat to enterDonenessChoose one: Soft, runny yolk, Jammy yolk, Medium, Hard-boiledEgg sizeChoose one: Medium, Large, Extra large, JumboStarting temperatureChoose one: From the fridge, Room temperature

## Worked example

Inputs — Doneness: Soft, runny yolk; Egg size: Large; Starting temperature: From the fridge.

Results — **Boil for = 7.5 minutes**.

## FAQ

**Does altitude matter?**
Yes, water boils at a lower temperature at altitude, so add time.

**Why do fresh eggs peel badly?**
Very fresh eggs stick to the shell; eggs a week or two old peel more easily.

**What formula does the Egg Boiling Time Calculator use?**
Time ≈ base time × size factor + 1 min if from the fridge.