Hamilton Beach Egg Cooker 25500 Introduction

Egg Cooker is an innovative kitchen appliance designed to simplify the egg cooking process. This versatile cooker can prepare up to seven hard, medium, or soft-boiled eggs at once, while also featuring a poaching tray for up to three eggs. With a built-in timer and an easy-to-read water measuring cup, it ensures perfectly cooked eggs every time. The price for the Egg Cooker typically starts around $19.99, making it an affordable kitchen essential.

Parts and Features 

BEFORE FIRST USE: Wash lid, poaching tray, egg holder, and water measuring cup in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry. Wipe interior of water reservoir with a damp, nonabrasive cloth.

Detailed Specifications 

Hamilton Beach boasts several key features that make it a standout in its category. Here are some of the detailed specifications:

• Cooks up to 7 eggs at once
• Multiple cooking options: soft-boiled, hard-boiled, poached, and scrambled
• Compact design with a small footprint
• Easy-to-use interface with a single button operation
• Includes multiple egg trays and a poaching tray
• Automatic shut-off for safety and convenience
• Easily removable and washable parts for easy cleaning

Description Egg Cooker 25500

Hamilton is designed with user-friendliness in mind. Its sleek and compact design makes it easy to store on any kitchen countertop. The device comes with multiple trays that allow you to cook eggs in various ways. The poaching tray is particularly useful for those who enjoy poached eggs but find the traditional method challenging. The egg cooker also includes a measuring cup that helps you add the right amount of water for perfect cooking results.

The egg cooker’s automatic shut-off feature ensures that your eggs are cooked to the desired level without overcooking, making it a reliable choice for busy households.

How to Make Hard-, Medium-, or Soft-Cooked Eggs

WARNING Food Safety Hazard.

• Consuming raw or undercooked eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
• For more information, refer to the U.S. FDA’s Food Facts “Playing It Safe With Eggs” at http://www.foodsafety.gov/keep/types/eggs/index.html 

According to the FDA:

• Thorough cooking is perhaps the most important step in making sure eggs are safe. Cook eggs until both the yolk and the white are firm. Scrambled eggs should not be runny.
• Casseroles and other dishes containing eggs should be cooked to 160°F (72°C). Use a food thermometer to be sure.
• For recipes that call for eggs that are raw or undercooked when
  the dish is served, use either shell eggs that have been treated to destroy salmonella, by pasteurization or another approved method, or pasteurized egg products.

NOTE: Never operate egg cooker without water in the center of the reservoir, or use a liquid other than water for cooking purposes, since this may damage the unit.

1. Choose the number of large eggs you want to cook and locate type of cooked egg you want on the water measuring cup. Fill with cold water to that line. 
   NOTE: This product works best for large eggs. Adjust amount of water for other sizes of eggs.

2. Pour water into center of water reservoir. Always make sure that center of reservoir is filled first before outer ring. 
   NOTE: Always use cold water.

   

3. Place egg holder on top of base. Fill with large eggs.

4. Cover with lid. Press the ON (I) switch. Red light will be lit.

   

5. The unit will sound when the eggs are cooked and the water has evaporated. Press the OFF () switch.
   NOTE: Cooking time may vary depending on number of eggs and desired doneness. Approximate cooking time is up to
   18 minutes for seven hard-cooked eggs.

6. Remove lid. With oven mitts, lift egg holder with eggs by the handles.
   WARNING Burn Hazard.
   Always use oven mitts to protect hands when opening the egg cooker. Escaping steam can burn.

   

7. Gently lower eggs into cold water. Remove eggs from water when eggs are cooled. Refrigerate eggs or serve immediately.

   

How to Make Poached Eggs

1. Fill water measuring cup with cold water to the MEDIUM 4 line.
2. Pour water into center of water reservoir. Always make sure that center of reservoir is filled first before outer ring. 
   NOTE: Always use cold water.
3. Place egg holder and then poaching tray on top of heating unit. Lightly spray poaching tray with nonstick cooking spray.

4. Crack large eggs, one at a time, into each poaching section. You can poach three eggs at one time.

   

5. Cover with lid. Press the ON (I) switch. Red light will be lit. Eggs will cook about 6 to 8 minutes.
6. The unit will sound when the water has evaporated. Press the OFF () switch.

7. Remove eggs. Serve immediately.

   

WARNING Burn Hazard. 
Always use oven mitts to protect hands when opening the egg cooker. Escaping steam can burn.

Setup Guide

Setting up and operating the Hamilton Beach is straightforward:

1. Unbox the egg cooker and wash all removable parts with warm soapy water before first use.
2. Place the desired number of eggs into the egg trays.
3. Fill the measuring cup with water to the recommended level based on your desired level of doneness.
4. Pour the water into the base of the egg cooker.
5. Place the egg trays into the cooker and close the lid.
6. Press the single button to start the cooking process. The device will automatically shut off when the eggs are cooked.

Care and Cleaning

WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard.
Disconnect power before cleaning. Do not immerse cord, plug, or base in water or any liquid.

1. Unplug unit and allow all parts to cool completely.
2. Wash removable parts in hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry. Poaching tray and egg holder are dishwasher-safe in the top rack only.
   DO NOT use the “SANI” setting when washing in the dishwasher. “SANI” cycle temperatures could damage your product.
3. Wipe interior of water reservoir with a damp, nonabrasive cloth.
4. For discoloration of the water reservoir from water deposits: Sprinkle the base of the egg cooker with baking soda and wipe clean with a wet paper towel. NOTE: Using filtered water will help reduce mineral deposits.

Troubleshooting

Eggs are overcooked.

• Have you used medium or small eggs? This product works best with large eggs. Follow water recommendation for one less egg than what you are cooking.

Eggs are undercooked.

• Did you add water to the center of the water reservoir? The cooking time is measured by water evaporating from center first. Did you use extra large or jumbo eggs? This product works best with large eggs.

Eggs are slightly brown on shell after cooking.

• Different types of water may discolor egg shells. Eggs are safe to eat. 

Eggs are difficult to peel.

• Very fresh eggs can be difficult to peel. It is easiest to peel eggs that have been refrigerated 1 week to 10 days. To peel an egg, crackle the shell all over by gently tapping the egg on a table or countertop. Roll the egg between your hands to loosen the shell. Then peel off the shell, starting at the large end. Hold the egg under running water or dip it in water to make peeling easier.

Hamilton Beach Pros & Cons

Pros

• Easy to use and operate
• Compact design saves kitchen space
• Versatile cooking options for different types of eggs
• Automatic shut-off for safety and convenience
• Easily removable and washable parts for easy cleaning

Cons

• Some users may find it tricky to get the perfect doneness initially
• The poaching tray can be somewhat delicate and requires careful handling
• Noisy operation during cooking cycle

Customer Reviews

Customers generally praise the Hamilton Beach Egg Cooker 25500 for its ease of use and versatility. Many appreciate how it simplifies the process of cooking eggs to various levels of doneness. However, some users have noted that it may take a few tries to get the perfect results, especially with poached eggs.

Common complaints include the noise during operation and the delicacy of the poaching tray. Despite these minor issues, the egg cooker remains a popular choice among kitchen enthusiasts.

Warranty

This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date of original purchase in Canada and one (1) year from the date of original purchase in the U.S. During this period, your exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of this product or any component found to be defective, at our option; however, you are responsible for all costs associated with returning the product to us and our returning a product or component under this warranty to you. If the product or component is no longer available, we will replace with a similar one of equal or greater value.