Eggs Benedict Breakfast Bake Recipe

Step 1: Prepare the Hollandaise Sauce

1. Melt the Butter: In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Keep it warm while you prepare the egg yolks.
2. Whisk the Egg Yolks: In a heatproof bowl, whisk the egg yolks until they become slightly thickened and pale.
3. Cook the Egg Yolks: Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler method), making sure the bottom of the bowl doesn’t touch the water. Whisk the egg yolks constantly until they become slightly thickened.
4. Add Lemon Juice and Seasonings: Remove the bowl from heat and whisk in the lemon juice, salt, white pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
5. Incorporate Butter: Gradually whisk in the melted butter until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Keep the hollandaise sauce warm (you can keep it in a warm spot or over a very low heat) while assembling the bake.

Step 2: Assemble the Breakfast Bake

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare the Baking Dish: Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
3. Layer the Muffins and Bacon: Arrange the English muffin halves in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Top each muffin half with a slice of Canadian bacon.
4. Add Eggs: Crack one egg onto each muffin half, being careful not to break the yolks. If desired, sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 3: Bake

1. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the eggs are set to your liking and the cheese (if used) is melted and bubbly.
2. Add Hollandaise Sauce: Remove the baking dish from the oven. Spoon or drizzle the warm hollandaise sauce over the baked eggs.
3. Garnish: Garnish with chopped fresh chives, if desired.

Tips for Perfect Eggs Benedict Breakfast Bake

• Egg Cooking: If you prefer your eggs more set, bake for a few extra minutes. For runnier yolks, check the eggs a few minutes earlier.
• Make Ahead: You can assemble the dish a day in advance and refrigerate it overnight. Bake it just before serving.
• Hollandaise Sauce: If the hollandaise sauce becomes too thick, whisk in a little warm milk to reach your desired consistency.

Conclusion

Eggs Benedict Breakfast Bake offers a delicious and convenient twist on the classic brunch dish, perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying a special breakfast at home. With its layers of English muffins, Canadian bacon, and eggs topped with a rich, homemade hollandaise sauce, this bake delivers all the indulgent flavors of traditional Eggs Benedict in a simple, oven-ready format. Whether served for a holiday brunch or a weekend treat, it’s sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.