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French Toast Eggs Benedict

French Toast Eggs Benedict

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A decadent twist on the classic eggs Benedict that swaps traditional English muffins for thick-cut French toast, creating the perfect sweet-and-savory weekend breakfast masterpiece.

Ingredients

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For the Hollandaise Sauce:

Instructions

  1. Whisk together 4 eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt
  2. Dip bread slices in mixture, allowing each side to soak for 30 seconds
  3. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat
  4. Cook French toast until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side
  5. Keep warm in 200°F oven while preparing other components

For the Hollandaise Sauce:

  1. Melt butter in a small saucepan
  2. In a separate bowl, beat egg yolks with lemon juice, cream, salt, and pepper
  3. Slowly incorporate hot butter into egg mixture, one spoonful at a time
  4. Return mixture to saucepan and cook on low heat, stirring constantly, for 20-30 seconds
  5. Remove from heat and set aside. Thin with additional cream if needed
  1. Bring water to a gentle simmer in a medium pot
  2. Add a splash of vinegar
  3. Create a gentle whirlpool and carefully add eggs one at a time
  4. Cook for 3-5 minutes until whites are set but yolks are still runny
  5. Remove with a slotted spoon
  1. Place two slices of French toast on each plate
  2. Top each slice with Canadian bacon
  3. Add poached egg
  4. Drizzle with hollandaise sauce
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste
  6. Serve immediately

Notes

  • French toast can be made up to 30 minutes ahead and kept warm in the oven
  • Hollandaise sauce should be made just before serving
  • For best results, use fresh, high-quality ingredients