Ready for a challenge that might leave you scratching your head? The image above is taking social media by storm — and for good reason. At first glance, it seems like a simple task: Count the number of eggs in the bowl.
But the twist? Most people can’t agree. Is it 21 eggs? Or 22?
It sounds easy, but once you start counting, your brain might play a few tricks on you. Let’s break it down, explore the optical illusion behind the confusion, and find out how many eggs are really in the bowl.
Why This Egg Puzzle Is Trickier Than You Think
The photo shows several white eggs placed in a shiny metal bowl. The lighting, shadows, and overlapping of eggs make it surprisingly hard to count them at a glance.
What makes this puzzle especially deceptive is:
- Eggs partially hidden behind others
- Overlapping edges that create double-vision illusions
- Bright lighting that blends some eggs together
- Perspective distortion from the camera angle
Your eyes might glide over the image assuming all eggs are fully visible. But that assumption? It’s the first trap.
Common Mistakes People Make When Counting
Here’s where most people go wrong:
- They count too quickly. At a glance, the eggs blur together. Some appear merged due to overlapping, and others hide behind neighboring eggs.
- They skip rows. Because of the circular bowl, it’s easy to miss eggs tucked near the curve at the top or bottom.
- They double count. Some eggs are positioned so perfectly that it looks like two separate eggs — when it’s actually one.
- They get tricked by symmetry. The bowl is arranged so symmetrically, it gives a false sense of “even numbers per row,” which can mislead your brain.
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All of these errors stem from the same thing: our brains like patterns. When something disrupts those patterns — like overlapping shapes — it causes momentary confusion.
Step-by-Step Guide to Solve the Puzzle
Let’s take a calm, focused look at how to solve this puzzle and confirm the real number of eggs: 22.
Step 1: Start from the bottom row
Count the number of eggs along the outermost visible edge of the bowl, starting from the bottom. You should clearly see 7 eggs near the lower curve.
Step 2: Move up row by row
Now begin the second row just above the first. Count carefully. You’ll find 6 eggs, slightly tucked behind the lower ones.
Already, that’s 13 eggs.
Step 3: Count the center eggs
Now look at the top and middle-center sections. You’ll find:
- 5 eggs forming the inner curve of the bowl
- 4 eggs sitting right in the middle
Now let’s add it up:
7 (bottom row)
- 6 (middle row)
- 5 (upper row)
- 4 (center)
= 22 eggs total
It’s easy to miss one or miscount due to the tight spacing. But when approached methodically, the correct number stands out.
The Brain Science Behind the Confusion
This isn’t just a silly internet game — puzzles like this reveal a lot about how our brains process visuals. When images are cluttered, or similar items are grouped close together, we rely on visual heuristics (shortcuts) to make sense of what we see.
Unfortunately, these shortcuts often skip key details. Our minds “fill in the blanks” where they shouldn’t — or miss overlaps entirely. It’s a brilliant example of how perception isn’t always reality.
Encourage Readers to Share Their Count
So… how many did you count before seeing the answer?
We challenge you to:
- Comment below with your first guess.
- Tag a friend and ask them to try — no cheating!
- Share this post and see if your friends can get it right.
Don’t worry if you got it wrong at first. Most people do. The point isn’t perfection — it’s practice.
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Final Thought: Keep Challenging Your Brain
Puzzles like this might seem small, but they’re a fantastic way to train your brain to:
- Focus more carefully
- Observe small differences
- Question your initial assumptions
- Slow down and think critically
The more you test your observation skills, the sharper they get. So keep playing, keep solving, and stay curious.
And the next time someone hands you a bowl of eggs — count them twice. Just in case. 🥚😉
