A viral egg trend on TikTok shows users freezing whole eggs in their shells, slicing them in half and frying them into tiny "mini eggs." The method has gained millions of views across multiple waves on the platform, resurfacing again and again as new users discover the hack and try it for themselves. It looks satisfying - the miniature eggs make for eye-catching content - but the FDA and USDA are now warning that the trick can be dangerous and should not be attempted at home, citing food safety risks including potential salmonella exposure.
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Why Experts Say the Viral Frozen Egg TikTok Trend Is Dangerous
April 24, 2026
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