Description
Learn how to dye Easter eggs with this fun and easy recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 18 large eggs
- 1/2 gallon water
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 8 cups ice
- 1 cup white vinegar
- various colors food coloring
Instructions
- Place raw eggs in a large Dutch oven or pot and cover them with water by about 1 inch. Add the baking soda, then bring the water to a low boil over medium high heat.
- Once the water has reached a rapid boil, remove the pot from the heat and cover with a lid. Let the eggs sit for 9-12 minutes, depending on how “done” you want your eggs.
- While the eggs cook, prepare a bowl of ice water. After the desired resting time, use a slotted spoon to remove the eggs from the hot water and place them in the ice water to stop the cooking and cool completely.
- Let the eggs sit in the ice water for about 5 minutes, then remove and place on a towel to dry.
- Prepare the dye: In a cup or bowl, mix 1/2 cup of hot water, 1 teaspoon of vinegar, and several drops of food color drops or liquid food coloring. Use a spoon or whisk to mix the ingredients until the color is evenly distributed. Repeat for as many colors as you want to use.
- Carefully place a hard-boiled egg into the cup or bowl with the dye. Use a spoon to submerge the egg fully in the dye. Leave the egg in the Easter egg dye for about 5 minutes, or until you achieve the desired color.
- Use a spoon to carefully remove the egg from the dye. Place the egg on a paper towel or egg carton to dry. Allow the egg to dry completely before handling it.
- If you want to create different colors or shades, repeat the process with new cups or bowls and different color combinations.
- Optional: You can use a paintbrush or q-tip to add designs or patterns to the dyed eggs using different colors of dye.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- Store dyed eggs in a cool place.
- Consider using natural dyes for a different approach.
- Enjoy this activity with family and friends!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Boiling, Dyeing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg