Hollandaise Sauce (Easy & No-Fail)

Hollandaise Sauce (Easy & No-Fail)

4 servings
Hollandaise sauce is a classic creamy sauce that's perfect for brunch and comes together with 5 simple ingredients. It's easy and foolproof in a blender! Watch the video above to see how I make it.

Ingredients

  • 3 egg yolks
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

    or more as desired for flavor

  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • pinch of cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter or ghee

    or more for a thinner consistency, melted and hot

Directions

  1. 1

    Melt the butter in a microwave (make sure it's covered as it will splatter) for about 1 minute, until it's hot. Alternatively, you could heat it on the stove.

  2. 2

    Add the egg yolks, lemon juice, dijon, salt and cayenne pepper into a high powered blender and blend for 5 seconds until combined.

  3. 3

    With the blender running on medium high, slowly stream in the hot butter into the mixture until it's emulsified.

  4. 4

    Pour the hollandaise sauce into a small bowl and serve while warm.

Hollandaise Sauce (Easy & No-Fail)

Hollandaise Sauce (Easy & No-Fail)

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About this Recipe

Dreaming of a luscious, velvety Hollandaise sauce for your next brunch but intimidated by the whisking? This Easy & No-Fail Hollandaise recipe delivers rich, restaurant-quality results in just 5 minutes with minimal effort, making elegant dining effortlessly accessible.

What makes this Hollandaise truly foolproof is its ingenious blender method, which emulsifies simple ingredients into a perfectly smooth, stable sauce every time. You won't believe how quickly egg yolks, lemon, Dijon mustard, and hot butter or ghee transform into a luxurious topping, sidestepping the common pitfalls of traditional preparations. This approach ensures a consistent, creamy texture without the fear of splitting.

Prepare for a bright, tangy, and deeply rich sauce that boasts an incredible smoothness. The addition of Dijon mustard provides a savory depth, while a pinch of cayenne pepper offers a subtle warmth that beautifully cuts through the richness, creating a perfectly balanced flavor profile. It’s the ultimate decadent touch, transforming simple ingredients into an elegant experience that tastes far more complex than it is to make.

Customization & Serving

You can easily tailor this Hollandaise to your preference. Adjust the lemon juice to your desired tanginess, adding more for a brighter finish. For a thinner consistency, a little extra melted unsalted butter or ghee can be incorporated. Feel free to experiment with a tiny pinch of white pepper or a sprinkle of finely chopped fresh chives at the very end for an extra layer of aroma.

This versatile Hollandaise is the ideal companion for classic eggs Benedict, steamed asparagus, pan-seared salmon, or even drizzled over roasted vegetables for an elevated touch. It’s perfect for special occasion brunches or to make any weekend morning feel a little more luxurious.

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