Hard-boiled eggs left out of the fridge are generally safe to eat for about 2 hours at room temperature. After that, the risk of bacterial growth increases, and they should be discarded to avoid foodborne illness.
If you’re in a hot environment (above 90°F or 32°C), the safe window drops to 1 hour.
For longer storage, it’s best to keep hard-boiled eggs refrigerated at or below 40°F (4°C), where they can last up to 1 week.
Hard-boiled eggs left out of the fridge are generally safe to eat for about 2 hours at room temperature. After that, the risk of bacterial growth increases, and they should be discarded to avoid foodborne illness.
ReplyDeleteIf you’re in a hot environment (above 90°F or 32°C), the safe window drops to 1 hour.
For longer storage, it’s best to keep hard-boiled eggs refrigerated at or below 40°F (4°C), where they can last up to 1 week.