About Kitchen Timer
Free client-side kitchen timer featuring synthesized audio chimes, visual progress rings, custom countdowns, and chef-curated presets for soft/jammy/hard-boiled eggs, pasta al dente, steak resting, dough proofing, and tea steeping.
Key Capabilities & Features
- Web Audio synthesized chime alert running 100% client-side with zero external audio files
- Visual progress bar and high-contrast digital countdown readout
- Chef-curated culinary presets: Soft Boiled Egg (6.5m), Hard Boiled (10m), Pasta Al Dente (8.5m), Steak Resting (7m), Green Tea (2.5m), Black Tea (4.5m), Bread Proof (60m)
- Custom minute and second inputs with Start, Pause, and Reset controls
How to Use Kitchen Timer
Choose Preset or Custom
Select a chef preset (like jammy eggs) or enter custom minutes.
Start Countdown
Click Start Timer and keep the tab open while cooking.
Hear Audio Alert
A pleasant chime sounds when cooking time is complete.
Privacy & In-Browser Execution Guarantee
100% client-side timing. Operates locally in your browser.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long should I boil an egg for a jammy yolk?
For a large egg straight from the refrigerator lowered into boiling water, 6.5 minutes gives a set white with a rich, molten jammy yolk.
Why is steak resting important?
Resting for 5-8 minutes allows the high internal temperature gradient to equalize and muscle fibers to reabsorb flavorful juices rather than spilling onto the cutting board.