Meanwhile, make an ice water bath by adding 4 cups of water and 4 cups of ice to a medium-sized bowl. Set aside.
08Once the display indicates "On" and begins the countdown at "5," and beeps when the cycle is complete. Press the "Keep Warm/ Cancel" button to turn the Instant Pot off.
09Immediately "Quick Release" the pressure for soft boiled eggs, or natural pressure release for 5 minutes for hard boiled eggs. Cover your hand with an oven mitt or towel to carefully release the pressure from the pot, sliding the steam release handle to the "Venting" position releases all of the steam until the float valve drops down.
10Carefully open the lid. Use a spoon to remove the eggs and add them directly to the ice water bath. Allow to chill for 15 minutes.
11Lightly crack the side and bottoms of the eggs and carefully peel them.
12Eat immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.