Go Back

Red Easter Eggs

Naturally dye your Easter eggs a beautifully deep red color by boiling them in water, vinegar, and onion skins.
Prep Time5 minutes
Active Time45 minutes

Materials

  • eggs result will vary based on egg shell color
  • water
  • skins from 4-8 onions white or red onions
  • 2 tbsp vinegar

Instructions

  • Remove the skins from the onions and place them in a pot of water with 2 tbsp of vinegar. Bring to a boil.
  • Gently drop the eggs in and check that they are fully submerged so that the dye evenly covers all sides of the eggs. Boil for 10 minutes and then reduce to a simmer.
  • Simmer and stir occasionally until the eggs reach the desired color.
  • Remove the eggs from the water and set out to dry.