Quick Hollandaise Sauce Recipe: No-Fail Microwave Version

This quick and easy hollandaise sauce recipe will delight your taste buds with its creamy, velvety texture and rich, buttery flavor. Made in the microwave, this foolproof version requires minimal effort and guarantees a perfect sauce every time. Serve it over eggs Benedict, asparagus, or any dish that could use a touch of decadence. The best part? It comes together in just a few minutes, making it perfect for busy mornings or lazy brunches.

Ingredients

• 3 large egg yolks
• 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• Salt and cayenne pepper, to taste

Directions

1. In a microwave-safe bowl, whisk together the egg yolks and lemon juice until well combined.
2. Slowly pour in the melted butter while whisking constantly, until the sauce is thickened and emulsified.
3. Place the bowl in the microwave and heat on high for 10 seconds.
4. Remove from the microwave and whisk the sauce vigorously.
5. Return the bowl to the microwave and heat for another 10 seconds.
6. Whisk again until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
7. If the sauce is not thick enough, continue heating and whisking in 5-second intervals until desired consistency is reached.
8. Season with salt and cayenne pepper to taste.
9. Serve immediately over eggs Benedict, asparagus, or any other dish of your choice.

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