The traditional method is the fastest (and easiest) way: food coloring, water, and vinegar.
Skip the store-bought kit for Easter this year: No more messy dye tablets or flimsy cardboard trays!
Learn how to dye eggs with food coloring made with three ingredients you likely already have in the pantry.
Credit: Brie Passano
It’s that easy.
Dyeing eggs is the first step in several of our favoriteEaster egg decorating ideas.
Once cooked, let the eggs cool in the fridge for an hour or two before dyeing them.
Avoid eating hard-boiled eggs that have been unrefrigerated for over two hours.
Step 2: Prepare Bowls of Dye
While your eggs are cooling, mix up your dye.
Then, add 12 cup of boiling water to the mixture.
you might use acookie sheetcovered with apaper towelfor easy clean-up.
You may also want to wear protective gloves since the food coloring can stain your fingers.
Use the spoon to remove the egg from the dye and carefully place it on the sheet to dry.
These articles provide plenty of inspiration.
Finally,41 Easter Centerpieces and Table Settingsprovides ideas for displaying your decorated eggs as part of a festive table.
Important Food Safety Information.The Incredible Egg.
