Do You Need to Wash Eggs Before Using Them? The Truth Might Surprise You

The eggshell has a speck of straw or a smudge of dirt.

Instinct kicks in: “I should rinse it off, right?”

Not so fast.

Here’s the surprising truth:

👉 In most cases, you should not wash your eggs before using them.

And if you’re buying farm-fresh eggs from a farmers market or your backyard flock, washing them could actually increase the risk of contamination—not reduce it.

Let’s crack open the science behind this kitchen myth—and learn when to wash (and when to leave well enough alone). ✨💛

🐔 Why Eggs Don’t Need Washing (Spoiler: Nature Already Protected Them)

Eggs come with their own built-in defense system called the bloom (or cuticle).

This invisible, protein-rich coating:

✅ Seals the 7,000+ tiny pores in the eggshell

✅ Blocks bacteria like Salmonella from entering

✅ Prevents moisture loss, keeping the egg fresh longer

Think of it like nature’s version of food-grade sealant.

👉 When you wash an egg with water—especially cold water—you remove this protective layer…

…and create a one-way door for bacteria to get inside the shell.

That’s the opposite of safe.

🚫 The Risks of Washing Unwashed Eggs:

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