Description
Learn how to create vibrant colors on hard-boiled eggs for your next celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 cup hard-boiled eggs
- ½ tablespoon boiling water
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- ½ white distilled vinegar
- 10–20 drops food dye
Instructions
- Prepare the Dye: Use one bowl per color, adding ½ cup boiling water, ½ tbsp vinegar, and 10-20 drops of dye (fewer for dark colors, more for light). Stir well.
- Add Oil: Mix 1 tablespoon of cooking oil into each bowl, leaving a small amount aside.
- Oil the Eggs: Lightly streak oil onto each egg with a finger or brush, avoiding full coverage.
- Dye the Eggs: Stir the dye and oil mixture, then quickly roll the egg in it. Remove immediately and wipe dry.
- Dry: Let eggs sit in a carton for 5 minutes before handling further.
Notes
- Use gloves when handling food dye to avoid staining your hands.
- Test dye concentrations on a spare egg to achieve desired colors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Dyeing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg