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Béarnaise Sauce

Easy Blender Béarnaise Sauce That Elevates Your Meals

This easy blender béarnaise sauce elevates your meals with its rich, buttery texture and fresh tarragon flavor.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: French
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 0.5 cups dry white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc
  • 0.25 cups white wine vinegar champagne vinegar can be substituted
  • 1 shallot finely chopped; substitute with onions if needed
  • 2 tablespoons tarragon leaves fresh; alternatives include chervil or dill
  • 3 egg yolks fresh eggs yield the best results
  • 1 tablespoons lemon juice can use apple cider vinegar as a substitute
  • 1 teaspoons kosher salt sea salt can be used as an alternative
  • 1 cups unsalted butter or ghee; more butter yields a thinner consistency
For Finishing Touch
  • 1 tablespoons finely chopped tarragon for added freshness

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine ½ cup of dry white wine, ¼ cup of white wine vinegar, 1 finely chopped shallot, and 2 tablespoons of tarragon leaves. Bring this mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes until it reduces to 1½ tablespoons. Strain it into a bowl to remove solids and allow it to cool slightly.
  2. Melt 1 cup of unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until it is fully liquid and hot, but not boiling. While the butter melts, add 3 egg yolks, the cooled infused vinegar, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and a pinch of kosher salt into a high-powered blender. Blend for about 5 seconds to combine all ingredients effectively.
  3. With the blender running on low, slowly drizzle in the hot melted butter through the opening of the blender lid. Continue this process gradually over about 30 seconds, which will help create a thick and creamy emulsion for your Béarnaise sauce.
  4. Remove the blender from its base and add in 1 tablespoon of finely chopped fresh tarragon. Use a spatula to stir gently, ensuring the tarragon is evenly distributed throughout the béarnaise sauce. Serve warm over grilled steak.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 20mgVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 10mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best emulsion. Reheat gently if needed.

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