Eggs Benedict layers toasted English muffins with savory Canadian bacon, poached eggs, and rich Hollandaise sauce. It’s a popular breakfast option at restaurants, but easy to make at home, too!

eggs benedict with homemade hollandaise sauce and ham served on a plate with a gold fork

Eggs Benedict feels like a fancy, decadent breakfast, which is why a lot of people (including me!) usually only enjoy it at restaurants. But I decided to challenge myself and make it at home—and I thought if I could nail the recipe, it would be a good option for a Christmas morning breakfast.

eggs benedict with ham, poached eggs, homemade hollandaise sauce served on a scalloped plate

How to Make Eggs Benedict

Eggs Benedict has a few different components to it but with careful planning (and some shortcuts!), it’s surprisingly easy to make.

The hardest thing about making Eggs Benedict is the Hollandaise sauce. But I have a trick for that—when you make it in a blender, it’s practically fail-proof! By taking the fuss out of the sauce, the rest of the recipe is a breeze.

You’ll need to make poached eggs, too, but these are also easier to make than a lot of people think. You can even cook them in advance, so then all you’ll have to do is make the sauce, cook the bacon, and pop the English muffins in the toaster.

ingredients to make eggs benedict

Ingredients

Variations

Instead of Canadian bacon, you can switch things up and try one of these substitutes:

  • Lobster or crab
  • Regular bacon
  • Ham (I’ve used leftover Crock Pot Ham)
  • Smoked salmon
  • Asparagus, broccoli, or greens for a vegetarian Eggs Benedict
steps to make eggs benedict

How to Make Eggs Benedict

1. Make the Eggs

Follow my tutorial on how to poach eggs; you’ll need 4 for this recipe.

2. Cook the Bacon

Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the Canadian bacon and cook on both sides until it’s golden brown.

3. Assemble

Place the toasted English muffin halves on 4 plates. Divide the bacon onto the English muffins, followed by the poached eggs.

4. Make the Sauce

Follow my blender Hollandaise sauce recipe.

5. Finish

Spoon the Hollandaise sauce over the eggs and garnish with parsley. Serve immediately; leftovers won’t keep or reheat well.

eggs benedict with ham, poached eggs, and homemade hollandaise sauce served on a speckled and scalloped plate with a gold fork cutting into the egg

FAQ

What is on a traditional Eggs Benedict?

This is a traditional Eggs Benedict recipe: it tops toasted English muffins with Canadian bacon, poached eggs, and Hollandaise sauce.

What’s the difference between Eggs Benedict and Eggs Benedict Florentine?

Eggs Benedict Florentine is the same as Eggs Benedict, but it’s served with steamed spinach. Feel free to add that if you like!

What the difference between poached eggs and Eggs Benedict?

Poached eggs are a component of Eggs Benedict; poached eggs are simply eggs cooked in simmering water.

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eggs benedict with homemade hollandaise sauce and ham served on a plate with a gold fork

Eggs Benedict

This easy Eggs Benedict recipe layers toasted English muffins with savory Canadian bacon, poached eggs, and rich Hollandaise sauce.
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Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients  

  • 4 slices Canadian bacon
  • 4 poached eggs
  • 2 english muffins
  • butter
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley for garnish
  • hollandaise sauce

Instructions 

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt butter. Add Canadian bacon and cook, flipping once, until golden on both sides, about 4 minutes.
  • Arrange bacon on top of toasted English muffin halves and top with poached eggs.
  • Spoon sauce over eggs.

Nutrition

Calories: 183kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 199mg | Sodium: 538mg | Potassium: 204mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 269IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 1mg
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For over 15 years, Kasey Schwartz, the mastermind behind All Things Mamma, has been the ultimate go-to for mouthwatering family recipes. Her work has been featured on Today.com, Buzz Feed, Better Homes and Gardens, and more, making her your go-to mom next door for all things delicious and family-friendly.

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