Beautifully dyed Easter eggs are a surprisingly simple DIY project and one that can really engage your creativity.
More good news: You don’t have to rely on store-bought kits to get colorful Easter egg perfection.
Considerations Before You Get Started
An important prerequisite to dyeing Easter eggs is hard-boiling them.
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If you don’t have vinegar on hand, don’t fret!
Your eggs should be cold (or at least at room temperature).
The more food coloring you add, the darker the color of the egg will be.
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Mix and match dyes to get almost any color under the sun.
Keep your dyed egg in the liquid for up to five minutes.
The longer you leave your egg in the dye bath, the more vivid the color will be.
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Wipe with a clean cloth to remove some of the brown coloring.
This soaking will slightly lighten brown eggs, but they won’t be completely white.
It is safe to eat dyed Easter eggs after they’re peeled so long as you used food-safe dyes.
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Avoid cracking the outside shell before dyeing your Easter eggs to keep harmful bacteria out.
Also, store them in the fridge, and eat them within 5 to 7 days.
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