Healthy Eggs Benedict

on March 20, 2026

Healthy Eggs Benedict is a creative twist on the classic breakfast dish, made with four delicious layers. The foundation of this dish is sweet potato toast, topped with Canadian bacon, poached eggs, and finished off with a creamy hollandaise sauce. It’s perfect for a brunch or a weekend splurge, plus it’s gluten-free, paleo, and Whole30 compliant!

For many brunch lovers, Eggs Benedict is a go-to dish at restaurants. But why not take the challenge of making it at home? It’s actually much simpler than it seems, and the results are beyond worth it!

Ingredients

Sweet Potato Toast:

1 large sweet potato

Canadian Bacon:

4 slices of Canadian bacon (or chicken breakfast sausage as a substitute)

Poached Eggs:

4 large eggs

Hollandaise Sauce:

1/2 cup unsalted butter
4 egg yolks
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon salt
Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Bake the Sweet Potato Toast

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C)
Slice the sweet potato into even rounds, about 1/2 inch thick
Arrange the slices on a baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes or until slightly toasted.

Step 2: Cook the Bacon

While the sweet potato toasts are baking, heat a medium-sized pan over medium heat
Cook the Canadian bacon for about 1 minute on each side until lightly browned. Set it aside.

Step 3: Poach the Eggs

Bring a pot of water to a simmer. Create a gentle vortex in the water by stirring with a spoon
Crack the eggs into the vortex and poach them for 3-4 minutes
Remove the eggs from the water and set them aside.

Step 4: Prep the Hollandaise Sauce

Melt the butter in the microwave until hot. In a high-powered blender, blend the egg yolks, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and salt for about 5 seconds
Slowly pour in the hot butter while the blender is running. Blend until the sauce is smooth and creamy
Transfer the sauce into a small bowl.

Step 5: Assemble the Eggs Benedict

Take the sweet potato toasts out of the oven. Layer each toast with a slice of Canadian bacon, top with a poached egg, and drizzle with the homemade hollandaise sauce
Garnish with a sprinkle of chopped parsley. Serve immediately while warm!

Recipe Tip

To make your hollandaise sauce extra smooth, ensure the butter is hot but not boiling when adding it to the egg mixture.

FAQs

Can I use regular bread instead of sweet potato toast?
Yes, you can use regular English muffins if you prefer. However, using sweet potato toast makes this dish gluten-free and adds a nice flavor twist.
Can I make the hollandaise sauce ahead of time?
It’s best to make the hollandaise sauce fresh. However, you can keep it warm in a thermos or in a bowl over hot water for up to 30 minutes.
How do I make perfect poached eggs?
To ensure perfect poached eggs, use the vortex method by stirring the simmering water gently before cracking the eggs in. This helps the eggs maintain their shape while cooking.
Can I substitute the Canadian bacon?
Yes, you can substitute with cooked chicken breakfast sausage or any other protein of your choice, but Canadian bacon gives the most authentic flavor.

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