Sous Vide Eggs FAQ: Temperature & Time Guide
Eggs are sous vide's most magical trick — one carton, many styles. These six answers cover the whole egg game.
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Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
Editor’s PickA circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
- + On-device temperature control
- + 1100W heats fast
- + Recipe library for temps
- − Premium price
- − Some app features paywalled
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Use one to verify your water bath and spot-check the finish — a $15 probe removes all guesswork.
- + Verifies actual temperature
- + Cheap insurance
- − Not needed if your circulator is accurate
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Buying advice
145°F/1h = jammy; 150°F/45min = soft whites; 165°F/15min = soft-boiled; 172°F/40min = set with creamy yolks. Peel: ice-bath first. Egg bites: 172°F for 60 min in jars. Best first egg: 145°F for 1 hour.
FAQ
What temperature for jammy eggs?
145°F (63°C) for 1 hour — the famous jammy, spreadable yolk.
Why do sous vide eggs peel easily?
The gentle cook keeps the membrane loose — ice-bath, then the shell slides off.
How do I make egg bites?
Blend eggs with cream and add-ins, jar them, cook at 172°F for 60 minutes.
What's the set-but-creamy egg?
172°F (78°C) for 40 minutes — perfect for egg salad and deviled eggs.
Can I hold eggs warm?
Yes — the bath at 145-150°F holds them for an hour without overcooking.
Why are my sous vide eggs rubbery?
Above 180°F — keep the bath between 145-172°F.
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