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Hollandaise Sauce

A quick and easy hollandaise sauce made in a blender, perfect for elevating any dish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: French
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • Salt to taste
  • Cayenne pepper for garnish optional

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Small saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
  2. Add the egg yolks and lemon juice to the blender.
  3. Blend the egg yolks and lemon juice for about 30 seconds until light and frothy.
  4. With the blender running, slowly drizzle in the melted butter.
  5. Once all the butter is incorporated, add salt to taste.
  6. Sprinkle in cayenne pepper if desired.
  7. Blend for an additional 10-15 seconds until thick and creamy.
  8. Pour the sauce into a serving dish and enjoy while warm.

Notes

Hollandaise sauce is best served fresh and can thicken upon cooling.