How to Make the Perfect Cloud Eggs Benedict
American · Medium · 30 min · 2 servings
Cloud eggs involve whipping egg whites into stiff peaks, baking them into fluffy nests, and nestling the yolk back inside for a dreamy airy presentation that took TikTok by storm again in 2025. Served over Canadian bacon with hollandaise, this version elevates the viral trend into a full brunch showstopper.
Why this recipe works
This Cloud Eggs Benedict recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 30 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 410 calories with 24g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 4 whole large eggs separated
- 4 slices Canadian bacon or ham
- 2 whole English muffins split and toasted
- 0.5 cup store-bought or homemade hollandaise sauce
- 0.5 tsp cream of tartar
- 1 pinch smoked paprika for garnish
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Whip the Whites
Preheat oven to 230 degrees Celsius and line a baking sheet with parchment. Separate the eggs carefully ensuring zero yolk gets into the whites. Add cream of tartar to the whites and beat with an electric mixer on high for 3 to 4 minutes until stiff glossy peaks form.
Step 2: Create Clouds and Bake
Spoon the whipped whites into 4 mounds on the prepared baking sheet. Use the back of a spoon to create a deep well in the center of each cloud. Bake for 3 minutes until the peaks turn golden and the structure firms up enough to hold the yolk.
Step 3: Add Yolks and Finish Baking
Remove the pan from the oven and gently slide one reserved yolk into the well of each cloud nest. Season the yolks with a pinch of salt and return to the oven for exactly 3 more minutes for a runny yolk or 5 minutes for a jammy set yolk.
Step 4: Assemble and Serve
Place a toasted English muffin half on each plate, top with a slice of warmed Canadian bacon, and carefully lift a cloud egg on top using a wide spatula. Spoon warm hollandaise generously over everything and finish with a dusting of smoked paprika. Serve immediately.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- Canadian bacon → smoked salmon for a more elegant and pescatarian-friendly version
- English muffins → thick slices of toasted sourdough for a more rustic presentation
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Getting any egg yolk into the whites before whipping which prevents the whites from reaching the stiff peaks needed to hold their cloud shape in the oven
- Overbaking after adding the yolk which destroys the runny center that creates the sauce when you cut into the cloud
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 410 calories, 24g protein, 12g carbs, 30g fat, 0g fiber.
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