Shaping Hard-boiled Eggs
Active Time
30-45 minutes
Total Project Time
45 minutes to 1 hour
Key Concepts
Food Science, Chemistry, Protein, Coagulation
IntroductionHave you ever played with your food, creating funny faces or colorful edible artworks? In this activity, you can do just that, but with results you might not expect! You will learn a fascinating way to cook and shape boiled eggs, and explore some interesting chemistry about cooking an egg along the way. While exploring the flexibility of hard-boiled eggs, you will create a delicious, odd-shaped reward!CreditsSabine De Brabandere, PhD, Science Buddies
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Active Time
30-45 minutes
Total Project Time
45 minutes to 1 hour
Key Concepts
Food Science, Chemistry, Protein, Coagulation
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