Brunch just leveled up. This Easy Air Fryer Eggs Benedict delivers crispy toasted muffins, perfectly cooked eggs, and rich, velvety hollandaise—without the stovetop chaos.

Air fryer eggs benedict with poached eggs, ham, and hollandaise on toasted English muffins.
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Brunch just leveled up with this Easy Air Fryer Eggs Benedict that tastes like it came straight from your favorite café.

You get crispy toasted English muffins, perfectly set eggs, and rich, velvety hollandaise, all made without juggling pots, pans, and boiling water. It’s the kind of recipe that looks impressive, tastes indulgent, and is surprisingly simple to pull off at home.

Easy air fryer eggs benedict with ham, poached eggs, and hollandaise on toasted English muffins.

Why You Will Love This Recipe!

  • No stovetop juggling: The air fryer keeps things simple and stress-free.
  • Brunch-worthy results: It looks fancy but is totally doable at home.
  • Perfectly cooked eggs: No guessing, no overcooking, no disasters.
  • Rich, creamy hollandaise: That buttery sauce makes every bite count.
  • Great for special mornings: Ideal for holidays, weekend brunch, or when you want to impress without the mess.

If you are looking for some other great and easy Air Fryer Breakfast Recipes, some of my favorites are BREAKFAST POTATOES IN THE AIR FRYER, AIR FRYER BREAKFAST COOKIES, AIR FRYER CINNAMON ROLLS IN A MUG and AIR FRYER CHEESY BREAKFAST TACOS.

Ingredients Needed

Ingredients needed for Easy Air Fryer Eggs Benedict on kitchen table.
  • Eggs: Provides a rich and creamy yolk that complements the other ingredients.
  • Salt & Black Pepper: Seasonings.
  • Lemon Juice: Used for making Hollandaise sauce.
  • Cayenne Pepper: A pinch of cayenne pepper adds a subtle kick of heat to the Hollandaise sauce.
  • Butter: For the English muffins and also as an ingredient in the Hollandaise sauce.
  • English Muffins: Creates the base for the eggs and toppings.
  • Canadian Bacon: Thinly sliced and lightly browned in the air fryer.
  • Water: For the eggs.
  • Chives: Finely chopped chives are used as a garnish (optional)

Recipe Variations

  • Smoked Salmon Benedict: Swap Canadian bacon for smoked salmon for a seafood twist.
  • Avocado Hollandaise Benedict: Add sliced avocado for creamy texture and extra flavor.
  • Spinach Florentine Benedict: Layer sautéed spinach under the egg for a veggie-packed version.
  • Spicy Benedict: Mix cayenne or hot sauce into hollandaise for added heat.
  • Gluten-Free Benedict: Use gluten-free English muffins or toasted bread alternatives.

How To Make Easy Air Fryer Eggs Benedict

Preparing hollandaise sauce while the air fryer preheats to 400 degrees F.

Step One: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F for faster cooking, though it’s optional—skipping this step may add 1–2 extra minutes. While it warms up, get your hollandaise sauce ready.

Step Two: Add egg yolks, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and a dash of cayenne to a food processor bowl (or use a blender or whisk by hand). Blend until the yolks lighten to a soft, pale yellow.

Blending egg yolks, seasonings, and lemon juice in a food processor until pale yellow.

Step Three: Keep the food processor running with the lid open and slowly pour in the hot melted butter, a little at a time. Once all the butter is blended in, continue mixing for about a minute (or longer if whisking by hand) until the hollandaise sauce is smooth and slightly thickened, then set aside.

Slowly drizzling melted butter into egg yolks while blending to make smooth hollandaise sauce.

Step Four: Split the English muffins and place them in the air fryer basket, face up or down—it won’t matter. Add the Canadian bacon slices alongside, cooking in batches if needed to fit your basket.

Step Five: Place the basket into the air fryer and cook at 400°F for 2 minutes or until the bread is toasted and the Canadian bacon is heated through. Remove items from the basket and set them aside (keep warm if possible).

Toasted English muffins and heated Canadian bacon in air fryer basket.

Step Six: For the eggs, place heatproof mini ramekins or small glass bowls in the air fryer basket. Lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray, add a little water to each, crack an egg into each bowl, and air fry at 360°F for 4–5 minutes until cooked to your liking.

Eggs cooking in mini ramekins inside air fryer basket.

Step Seven: While the eggs cook, place a slice of Canadian bacon on each toasted English muffin half. Once the eggs are done, gently lift them with a small spatula and place each atop the bacon. Spoon hollandaise sauce over each stack, sprinkle with chopped chives, and serve immediately.

Assembled Air Fryer Eggs Benedict topped with hollandaise and chives.

Air Fryer Eggs Benedict Recipe Tips

  • Use room-temperature eggs: They poach more evenly and yield a smoother, tender texture.
  • Melt butter slowly for hollandaise: Pouring hot melted butter slowly ensures the sauce emulsifies properly without breaking.
  • Don’t overcrowd the air fryer: Toast muffins and heat Canadian bacon in batches if needed for even cooking.
  • Check egg doneness early: Air fryer models vary—start checking at 4 minutes to avoid overcooking.
  • Keep components warm: Toasted muffins and bacon can be held in a low oven while you finish the eggs.
  • Optional garnishes: Chopped chives, paprika, or a few fresh herbs add color and flavor.
  • Make-ahead hollandaise: Sauce can be prepared up to a few hours ahead and gently reheated in a warm water bath.

Storing and Reheating

  • Storing: Keep leftover Eggs Benedict components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator. This prevents the muffins from getting soggy and the hollandaise from breaking.
  • Reheating: Gently reheat muffins and Canadian bacon in the air fryer at 350°F for 2–3 minutes. Warm the hollandaise in a small saucepan over low heat or in a warm water bath before serving.
  • Eggs: Poached eggs are best eaten fresh, but if needed, store them in a bowl of cold water in the fridge for up to a day. Reheat carefully in a simmering water bath for a minute or two to maintain texture.
  • Serving after reheating: Assemble all components just before serving to keep the dish fresh and visually appealing. Add garnishes like chives last to retain their color and flavor.
Air Fryer Eggs Benedict with toasted English muffins, Canadian bacon, poached eggs, and drizzled hollandaise garnished with chopped chives

Easy Air Fryer Eggs Benedict Recipe Faqs

Can I make this ahead of time? You can prepare the hollandaise sauce in advance and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Assemble the muffins and Canadian bacon just before serving for the best texture.

Can I use regular bacon instead of Canadian bacon? Yes! Regular bacon works, but it may cook faster and be crispier. Adjust the air fryer time slightly to avoid overcooking.

Can I make this without an air fryer? Absolutely! Toast the English muffins in a toaster, heat the Canadian bacon in a skillet, and poach the eggs on the stovetop.

Can I make a larger batch at once? You can, but you may need to cook in batches depending on your air fryer’s capacity. Keep cooked components warm in the oven while finishing the rest.

How do I fix hollandaise if it breaks? Whisk in a teaspoon of warm water or gently reheat over a double boiler to bring it back together. Avoid high heat to prevent scrambling.

Are there substitutions for egg yolks in hollandaise? Traditional hollandaise relies on egg yolks for thickness, but you can experiment with vegan butter and aquafaba for a dairy-free, egg-free version.

Can I add flavors to the hollandaise? Yes! Try a pinch of cayenne, smoked paprika, or a splash of hot sauce for a twist on classic flavor.

Equipment Used

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Air Fryer Eggs Benedict

Easy Air Fryer Eggs Benedict

4.50 from 6 votes
Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
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Description

Make restaurant-quality Eggs Benedict at home with your air fryer. Crispy English muffins, perfectly cooked eggs, and rich hollandaise ready in minutes.

Ingredients 

  • 4 large egg yolks, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, (optional)
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 English Muffins, 4 halves
  • 4 slices Canadian Bacon
  • 4 large eggs
  • 8 tablespoons water
  • Fresh chives, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. (This is optional, cook time may take 1-2 minutes longer if you do not preheat the air fryer)
  • While the air fryer is heating, prepare the hollandaise sauce.
  • Place 4 large egg yolks, salt and pepper, lemon juice, and a pinch of cayenne pepper in the bowl of a food processor (you can also use a blender or whisk by hand).
  • Turn on the food processor and blend egg yolks until they have lightened in color and are a paler yellow.
  • With the top of the food processor open, slowly drizzle the melted butter (best if the butter is hot) into the egg yolk mixture with the machine turned on. Drizzle in the butter as slowly as possible. Once the butter is fully incorporated, continue mixing for about one minute (or longer if whisking by hand) until the sauce is fully incorporated and is slightly thickened. Set aside.
  • Open up the English muffins and place them in the air fryer basket (it shouldn’t make a difference if they are face up or face down.) Place the slices of Canadian bacon into the basket as well (you can do this in batches or all at once, depending on the size of your basket.)
  • Place the basket into the air fryer and cook at 400°F for 2 minutes or until the bread is toasted, and the Canadian bacon is heated through.
  • Remove items from the basket and set them aside (keep warm if possible).
  • To “poach” the eggs, place heat-safe mini ramekins or small glass bowls into the air fryer basket. Spray the bowls with non-stick cooking spray and fill each with 2 tablespoons of water.
  • Crack an egg into each bowl. Cook in the air fryer at 360°F for about 4-5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, assemble each piece of Canadian bacon on top of each toasted English muffin.
  • When the eggs finish cooking, use a small spatula to lift the egg from any remaining water and turn it upside down over the Canadian bacon. (If you’ve used a small rounded bowl, you should have a nicely domed shape that looks close to a traditional poached egg.)
  • Top each tower with hollandaise sauce and sprinkle with chives for garnish.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Cooking Spray
  • Ramekins, any size, must be oven-safe

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 445kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 17gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 445mgSodium: 1055mgPotassium: 249mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.5gVitamin A: 1434IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 77mgIron: 2mg

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