Sous Vide Hollandaise Sauce: Temperature & Time Guide
Hollandaise breaks when the heat spikes. Sous vide holds the perfect emulsifying temperature — the sauce cannot split.
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Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
Editor’s PickA circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
- + On-device temperature control
- + 1100W heats fast
- + Recipe library for temps
- − Premium price
- − Some app features paywalled
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Use one to verify your water bath and spot-check the finish — a $15 probe removes all guesswork.
- + Verifies actual temperature
- + Cheap insurance
- − Not needed if your circulator is accurate
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Buying advice
1) Whisk yolks, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt in a jar. 2) Add melted butter slowly while whisking. 3) Cook at 135°F for 30 minutes, whisking once or twice. 4) Season with cayenne. 5) Hold at 135°F until serving — it stays perfect for hours.
FAQ
What temperature for hollandaise?
135°F (57°C) for 30 minutes — thick, stable, never split.
Why does my hollandaise break?
Heat spikes — the bath removes them entirely.
Can I hold it for a brunch?
Yes — hours at 135°F, whisking occasionally. That's the sous vide superpower.
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Anova Precision Cooker 3.0
A circulator with an on-device screen makes it easy to dial these exact temps without touching your phone — our top pick for precision cooking.
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