How to Crack Only the Top of an Eggshell

In using eggshells to make crafts, it is sometimes handy to make a clean break.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Eggs
• Frying Pan
• Sharp Kitchen Knives
• Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls

1. 

   Tap gently all around the narrow end of an egg using the blade of a sharp knife.

2. Remove the top portion of the shell by grasping it firmly between your fingers.

3. 

   Lift and twist the top as you pull the shell away from the main body of the egg.

4. 

   Empty the contents of the egg into a bowl or frying pan.

5. Wash the empty shell, then dry it in the sun for a day or two.

Tips & Warnings

• Younger children should be supervised by an adult when using sharp knives.