Infallible Hollandaise
Master the art of silky, buttery perfection with this foolproof recipe for Infallible Hollandaise—a French classic made easy! Crafted with just a handful of ingredients, including rich unsalted butter, velvety egg yolks, and a bright splash of fresh lemon juice, this blender-based method delivers flawless results every time. In under 15 minutes, you’ll have a creamy, lusciously smooth sauce that’s perfect for topping poached eggs, asparagus, or seared salmon. With optional cayenne pepper for a subtle kick and straightforward tips for keeping the sauce warm, this recipe offers both simplicity and versatility. Whether you’re elevating brunch or impressing dinner guests, this hassle-free hollandaise is guaranteed to wow your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Unsalted butter
- 3 large Egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Water
- 1 pinch Cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Once melted, keep the butter warm but not boiling. Alternatively, melt it in the microwave in short bursts and set aside.
In a blender, add the egg yolks, fresh lemon juice, and water. Blend on medium speed for about 10-15 seconds until the mixture becomes frothy and lighter in color.
With the blender running on low speed, very slowly drizzle the warm melted butter into the egg yolk mixture. Start with a thin stream to ensure the sauce emulsifies properly.
Continue blending and pouring the butter until all of it is incorporated. The sauce will thicken and become rich and creamy.
Add a pinch of salt and cayenne pepper to taste, then blend briefly to combine.
Taste the hollandaise sauce and adjust the seasoning or lemon juice if needed.
Transfer the sauce to a small bowl, and serve immediately over your dish of choice. If you need to keep it warm, place the bowl over hot water (but not boiling) to maintain the temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1635 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 185.4 g | 238% | |
| Saturated Fat | 104.9 g | 524% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 996 mg | 332% | |
| Sodium | 194 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.0 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 10.0 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 117 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 168 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
