Coffee-Dyed Easter Eggs

A Natural DIY from The Gilded Finch

How to Boil Eggs       

1.  Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water.

2.  Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.

3.  Once boiling, remove from heat, cover the pot, and let it sit for 13 minutes.

4.  Transfer eggs to an ice water bath to cool completely.

Dye Methods

Each method includes a splash of vinegar (about 1-2 tsp) to help the color stick.

Refrigerate eggs in dye baths overnight. Check at 12 and 24 hours for desired shade. The longer they soak, the deeper the color.

1.  Espresso Dye

·       2 shots of espresso

·       Splash of vinegar

·       Water to cover 1 egg in a cup or jar

Result: Rich golden-brown. Deepest color of the three.

2.  Drip / Pour Over Dye

·       24g ground coffee

·       480g hot water

·       Splash of vinegar

·       Enough for 3 eggs in a mason jar

Result: Warm, medium brown with golden tones.

3.  Used Coffee Grounds Dye

·       Used grounds from espresso and pour over

·       Water to cover 2 eggs in a jar

·       Splash of vinegar

Result: Lightest color - soft beige with speckled texture.

Notes and Tips

-  Use white eggs for the clearest color.

-  Natural dyes create unique, uneven patterns. Embrace the rustic charm!

Happy Easter and Happy Brewing!

xo,

The Gilded Finch

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