Egg Timer / Kitchen Timer

Quick presets for cooking times, or set a custom duration.

Quick presets

03:00
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Egg cooking times

Timings assume eggs are placed into boiling water from room temperature. Results will vary slightly by egg size and stove.

  • 3 minutes: Soft-boiled, runny yolk
  • 4 minutes: Soft-boiled, semi-liquid yolk
  • 6 minutes: Medium — yolk just set, still slightly soft in center
  • 8 minutes: Medium-hard, yolk mostly firm
  • 10 minutes: Hard-boiled, fully cooked yolk

How to use it

  1. Click a preset or enter a custom duration.
  2. Start the timer when you put food in the pot or oven.
  3. The timer beeps when time is up.
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Common uses

  • Boiling eggs to your preferred doneness
  • Timing pasta, rice, and vegetables
  • Baking with precise timing
  • Any kitchen task that needs a reliable countdown

FAQ

Does it work if I navigate away?
Yes. The timer uses wall-clock time and will beep at the correct moment even if you are on another tab.
Can I set seconds only?
Yes — set minutes to 0 and enter any number of seconds.