How long does it take to make this Eggs Benedict?

The total time to make this Eggs Benedict is 5 minutes.

What should I do if I want to prepare the eggs in advance?

You can transfer the poached eggs to an ice bath to stop the cooking process if preparing in advance.

What is the ideal temperature for melting the butter?

The butter should be melted at 200°F.

3 Minute Hollandaise Eggs Benedict

Name: 3 Minute Hollandaise Eggs Benedict
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 3 large eggs (Use fresh eggs.); 1 slice Brioche bread (Can substitute with English muffin.); 2 slices Black Forest ham (Can substitute with Canadian bacon.); 1 stick butter (Melted, at 200°F.); 1 tbsp white vinegar (For poaching eggs.); 1 squeeze lemon juice (For Hollandaise sauce.); to taste pinch salt

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Original video by Chef Jean-Pierre on YouTube11:59

About this recipe

Eggs Benedict is a classic breakfast dish that combines poached eggs, ham, and a rich Hollandaise sauce, all served on toasted bread. Chef Jean-Pierre's version is quick and easy, taking just 5 minutes to prepare, making it perfect for impressing your loved ones on a lazy Sunday morning.

The key to this recipe is having everything prepped in advance, or 'mise en place', so you can focus on timing the poached eggs and blending the sauce without any stress.

Ingredient notes

Use fresh eggs for the best results.
Brioche bread can be substituted with English muffin.
Black Forest ham can be substituted with Canadian bacon.
Butter should be melted at 200°F.

Tips from Chef Jean-Pierre’s video

Strain the eggs to remove excess watery whites for better poaching results.
Create a vortex in the simmering water before adding the egg to help it maintain its shape while poaching.
Do not add salt to the poaching water, as it can make it difficult for the egg to coagulate.

Good to know

How many servings does this recipe make?: This recipe serves 2.
How long does it take to make this Eggs Benedict?: The total time to make this Eggs Benedict is 5 minutes.
What should I do if I want to prepare the eggs in advance?: You can transfer the poached eggs to an ice bath to stop the cooking process if preparing in advance.
What is the ideal temperature for melting the butter?: The butter should be melted at 200°F.

No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Chef Jean-Pierre: watch the original on YouTube.

The recipe

Serves 2 servingsTime 5 minutes

Ingredients

3 large eggs — Use fresh eggs.
1 slice Brioche bread — Can substitute with English muffin.
2 slices Black Forest ham — Can substitute with Canadian bacon.
1 stick butter — Melted, at 200°F.
1 tbsp white vinegar — For poaching eggs.
1 squeeze lemon juice — For Hollandaise sauce.
to taste pinch salt

Steps

1
Prepare your mise en place the night before by cutting the Brioche bread into circles using a cookie cutter.
2
Slice the Black Forest ham into circles to match the size of the Brioche.
3
Fill a pot with water and add a tablespoon of white vinegar. Bring to a gentle simmer.
4
Crack the eggs into a strainer to remove excess watery whites, ensuring only the yolk and firm whites remain.
5
Create a vortex in the simmering water and gently add the egg to poach for 3 minutes.
6
While the egg is poaching, melt the butter in a separate pot until it reaches 200°F, being careful not to boil it.
7
In a blender, combine the egg yolks, a little water or white wine, and a squeeze of lemon juice.
8
Slowly pour the melted butter into the blender while mixing to create a smooth Hollandaise sauce.
9
Once the egg is poached, transfer it to an ice bath to stop the cooking process if preparing in advance.
10
To serve, reheat the poached egg in simmering water for 30 seconds before plating.