Eggs Benedict is traditionally known as a complex breakfast dish. It wasn’t until my friend and I decided to try it on our recent camping trip that we discovered how perfect it could be for a camping breakfast.
With just two halves of an English muffin, eggs, bacon, and hollandaise sauce, you can create a delicious and energizing breakfast to begin your day.
Are you ready to make Eggs Benedict? We’ll show you how it became one of our favorite easy camping meals.
Ingredients
The specific ingredients I use for 4 servings:
- 2 tablespoons of cooking oil
- 4 English muffins, halved
- 4 slices of Canadian bacon
- 4 eggs
- 3 egg yolks
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 pinches of salt (for egg yolks)
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar (for poaching eggs)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Fresh chives, cayenne pepper, paprika (for garnish)
Equipment
For this recipe, you’ll only need the following equipment:
- A large pot for simmering water (for poaching the eggs).
- A skillet for cooking the Canadian bacon and toasting the muffins.
- A mixing bowl for whisking the egg yolks and making the hollandaise sauce.
That’s it! With just these basics, you’re all set to make a delicious Eggs Benedict on your camping trip.
How to Cook Eggs Benedict
| Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes |
Let’s get started with making Eggs Benedict! Just follow these easy steps and you’ll have a delicious breakfast ready to enjoy by the campfire:
Step 1: Whisk the Hollandaise Sauce
- First, place a cookpot on the stove and fill it halfway with water. Let it simmer gently.
- Melting the butter and setting it aside to keep warm.
- Now, crack the 3 egg yolks into a bowl, add a pinch of salt and a splash of cold water and whisk for a couple of minutes.
- Then, place the bowl over the simmering water and keep whisking until it’s pale and thick, about 2-3 minutes. Be careful not to let it get too hot—you don’t want scrambled eggs!
- Take the bowl off the heat and slowly whisk in the melted butter, bit by bit. Keep going until it’s all creamy and then season with a squeeze of lemon juice and a dash of cayenne pepper.
Step 2: Poach the Eggs
- Fill a high-sided pan with about 2/3 water and bring it to a boil. Once it’s boiling, turn the heat down to a simmer and add some vinegar.
- Carefully crack 4 eggs into the water one by one, making sure there’s space between them. Let them cook for about 2-4 minutes until the whites are set and the yolks are still soft.
- Carefully lift the eggs out of the water with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess water.
Step 3: Cook the Canadian Bacon & Toast the Muffins
- While the eggs are poaching, heat up a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the Canadian bacon for about 2 minutes on each side until it’s nice and crispy. Set the bacon aside.
- Cut the English muffins in half and toast them in the same skillet until they’re golden brown.
Step 4: Put It All Together
- Place the toasted muffin halves on plates, cut side up.
- Add a slice of Canadian bacon on each muffin half, followed by a poached egg.
- Spoon your creamy hollandaise sauce over the top and finish with a sprinkle of chopped chives and a dash of paprika.
3 Tips for the Perfect Eggs Benedict
Want to make your Eggs Benedict even better? Here are a few simple tips to elevate your dish:
- Perfect Hollandaise Sauce: Whisk the egg yolks gently over simmering water, but don’t let it get too hot. The key is to gradually add the melted butter to create a smooth and creamy texture. If the sauce gets too thick, simply add a splash of water to loosen it up.
- Poaching Eggs: Add a splash of vinegar to the water to help the egg whites firm up faster. Keep the water at a gentle simmer, not a rolling boil, to avoid breaking the eggs.
- Customizing Your Eggs Benedict: You can try swapping Canadian bacon for ham or crispy bacon, or adding avocado or arugula for a fresh twist. For a heartier option, use whole-grain toast or potato cakes instead of English muffins.
Give this easy recipe a try, and we know you’ll love it just like we do!
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