Keto Eggs Benedict Muffins
Keto without missing the indulgence of this popular brunch item. These jumbo muffins pack a ton of flavor into every single serving. Not to forget the amazing lemony, buttery hollandaise sauce.
The trick to great keto egg muffins is in the preparation. Whipping the eggs for several minutes with a few tablespoons of heavy whipping cream prevents the eggs from breaking apart. It also keeps the added ingredients from floating to the bottom. The image beside this paragraph shows how the Canadian bacon and greens stayed in place throughout the muffin but the picture shown on the plating did not. This was due to not whipping my eggs long enough on that batch. These are great for making ahead and freezing. Unfortunately, I do not recommend pre-making the hollandaise sauce, it does not freeze and thaw well.
Eggs
Eggs are a perfect ketogenic ingredient. Being able to source free range, organic eggs is a priority in our family. The one item I rarely skimp on quality over quantity.
For this recipe, you will want your eggs to come to room temperature before preparing. I recommend leaving them on the counter for at least two hours prior to making this recipe. You can also place eggs in a bowl of very warm water for fifteen minutes if in a hurry.
Canadian Bacon
In Baraboo, WI there is a place called Broadway Diner that we LOVE to frequent for breakfast. They feature multiple versions of Eggs Benedict, which inspired my own lower carb versions. While they use a salted ham, I prefer the lightness of Canadian bacon. It’s consistency in flavor has never failed.
Hollandaise Sauce
If you’ve ever searched for “easy hollandaise” or other versions, I’ve tried most…..and failed! From blenders to microwave, they always end up not infusing with the butter and I’m left with wasted ingredients.
Hollandaise sauce is not intimidating, it does require patience.
Room temperature egg yolks, unsalted butter, and freshly squeezed lemon juice are part of the key. The other is to use a metal bowl over a steaming pot of water.
- 4 egg yolks, room temperature. (Add the whites to your egg muffins)
- 2-4 Tablespoons of lemon juice (depending on how lemony you prefer your sauce
- Pinch of salt
- 1/4tsp Cayenne Pepper or Dash of Hot Sauce
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- Melt butter in the microwave or small saucepan.
- In a saucepan filled 1/3 full with water and set to boil. The saucepan should be deep enough to boil water and still set the metal bowl on top without touching the water. (Allowing the bowl to sit in the boiling water will curdle the eggs)
- In your metal bowl, whisk egg yolks with lemon juice until you see the yolks begin to thicken.
- Place bowl on top of boiling water saucepan.
- Using a whisk, slowly drizzle the melted butter in, a few tablespoons at a time, continuously whisking until butter is incorporated with the yolks.
- Continue this process until all butter is well infused with egg mixture. Continue to whisk until sauce thickens to your liking.
- Remove from heat and add salt and cayenne or hot sauce. Serve immediately.
To reheat, in microwave, heat in 30 second intervals at 50% power.
Camping
These muffins are great to take camping because you can throw them into aluminum foil and reheat beside a morning fire. If you have a camper, just heat at 50% power in the microwave in 30 second increments until fully heated. OR, make the muffins ahead and make your hollandaise before serving. You can also try my Egg Cups on your next camping trip. Being low carb doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice will enjoying the outdoors.
Keto Eggs Benedict Muffins
Equipment
- Oven
- Stove Top
Ingredients
- 12 Large Eggs
- 4 Tbsp Heavy Whipping Cream
- 8 Ounces Canadian Bacon
- 2 Cups Fresh Baby Spinach
- 1 Tbsp Olive Oil Extra Virgin
- 2-3 Stalks Fresh Chives
- 1-2 Pinches Salt and Pepper to taste
Hollandaise Sauce
- 8 ounces Butter unsalted
- 8 large Egg Yolks room temperature
- 2-4 Tbsp Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice 2 TBS if you don't want an overly lemon flavor, 4 if you do
- 1 Pinch Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper Or a dash or two of hot sauce
Instructions
- Set Oven to 375° F/ 190° C
- Add eggs and heavy cream to a bowl, with a whisk or mixer, blend eggs for several minutes allowing them to stiffen. You will see the mixture begin to expand.
- Chop Canadian bacon into tiny pieces. Reserve 2 ounces for garnish.
- In a small skillet, heat at medium/high. Add oil and allow to heat for a minute.
- Add spinach to skillet, toss with oil until greens have cooked down.
- Grease a jumbo 6 well muffin tin or 12 standard size tins
- Pour egg mixture evenly among muffin tin wells.
- Add diced Canadian bacon and greens among each well.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes. Muffins will slightly pull away from sides and swell while baking.
Hollandaise Sauce
- Fill ⅓ bottom of a saucepan with water. Pan should be large enough to fit the bottom of a metal bowl on top without touching the water. WARNING if the bowl touches the water, your yolks will cook.
- Melt butter and set aside
- Whisk egg yolks in a metal bowl with lemon juice until the mixture begins to thicken.
- Reduce water to a simmer and place bowl on top. Whisking continuously, slowly drizzle in melted butter a few tablespoons at a time. Once butter is fully incorporated into the mixture, add more butter
- Repeat process until all butter is incorporated into the egg mixture. You may need to rotate the bowl a few times to prevent it from getting too warm.
- Continue to whisk until the sauce reaches a thickness of warm honey.
The Final Touches
- In skillet, add remaining two ounces of Canadian bacon and heat until edges begin to crisp.
- Plate muffin, top with hollandaise sauce.
- Garnish with fresh chives and Canadian bacon.
Notes
James 1:13-14 When tempted, no one should say, “God is tempting me” For God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does he tempt anyone; but each person is tempted when they are dragged away by their own desire and enticed.
How many times have we shown up at work or an event to see a table full of enticing foods that are simply not good for the waistline? How often have we said, the Lord is tempting me? James 1:13-14 lays it out clearly. Everything good is from Him. The next time you see a buffet spread at the office or gathering, remind yourself what is good for you on your healthful pursuit.
