It might be basic of us, but weâll forever admit to loving brunch. Itâs a chance every weekend to slow down, get together with friends, and enjoy a lighthearted, unhurried breakfast (or lunch!). While weâll always think fondly of our favorite brunch spots, we donât always love having to fight for a resy or the ensuing hangover from less-than-stellar sparkling wine in those bottomless mimosas. You too? Instead, take inspiration from these sweet and savory recipes, and make brunch at home. A far cry from our weekday on-the-go breakfasts, these pancakes, waffles, eggs, and more might mean youâll never have to wake up early to snag a table again. đ
When it comes to making brunch at home, there's one main thing to remember: Unlike the people behind the line at your favorite brunch spot, you are not a short-order cook. That means unless youâre serving just a few people, youâre going to want to avoid churning out specific egg or breakfast carb orders for everyone at your table. That said, if you're looking for the best-ever versions of your fave orders, weâve got them here. Weâve also got some stellar recipes that are a bit more involved: Our blueberry-lemon ricotta stuffed French toast, our Monte Cristo sandwich, our buckwheat galettes with ham & egg, and our BLT eggs Benedict (what is brunch without eggs Benny?) are all worth the extra effort.
If youâre serving a crowd, though, we recommend skipping them in lieu of breakfast casseroles, overnight bakes, and shareable quick breads. Looking for something savory and chock-full of carbs? Check out our egg & hash brown casserole, our croissant casserole, our biscuits & gravy bake, or our everything bagel casserole. More of a sweet person? Spin that flavor wheel and make our overnight cinnamon rolls, our chocolate chip pancake casserole, or our overnight French toast. Looking to add some more freshness to your spread via fruits and veggies? Salads are all fine and good, but this is brunch after all, so sneak them into things like muffins and pound cake insteadâcheck out our rebel within muffins, our pink lemonade pound cake, our strawberry muffins, or our blueberry buckle for ideas, then get creative.
Of course, it isnât brunch without some incredible drinks. Bloody Marys and mimosas are classic, but it doesnât end thereâcheck out all of our favorite brunch cocktails to see what else we like to serve in the mornings.
While we love pancakes with flavors and mix-ins, there is something about a thick stack of fluffy, slightly tangy buttermilk pancakes that really hits the spot. Pro tip: The key to giving these pancakes the perfect texture and a nice rise is to whip your egg whites to a stiff peak.
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Think of this like a slightly spicy, super savory shakshuka. Even if you're not a fan of anchovies, we highly encourage including them in this recipe. Scout's honorâit won't taste like fish! The anchovies melt right into the tomatoes, and lend a super-savory flavor even a fish-hater would like.
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Stuffed with a rich, lilac-colored blueberry ricotta, this French toast exactly what we crave when weâre dreaming of a sweet breakfast to go with our morning coffee. Sourdough is our bread of choice because itâs sturdy, and its earthy tang is a nice foil to the rich filling. That said, if you love brioche or challah French toast, feel free to experiment with those instead.
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The toppings on these tostadas are our ideal toppings, but you can change them up however youâd like. Cook an over-easy egg instead or top with some sour cream. The best part is that these can be different every time you make them and still be so very good.
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Yeasted doughs like cinnamon rolls and brioche take time, which makes it hard to have soft, fresh out of the oven cinnamon rolls ready at breakfast time. These overnight cinnamon rolls are made to be ready right on time! Most of the work is done the day before so that all you have to do is roll out of bed and preheat the oven.
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Listen, we love a big breakfast featuring all the usual suspectsâfluffy scrambled eggs, crispy hash browns, a plate of breakfast sausage, and a pile of sautĂ©ed spinach for good measure. Enter this casserole, which delivers all those classic breakfast foods in ONE single dish (means a lot less work and dishes!).
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The best way to begin the perfect day is with a batch of these tender buttermilk waffles, topped with pats of melty butter and pools of maple syrup. As they cook, the waffles will fill your kitchen with the delicious fragrance of vanilla-scented batter. It's heavenly.
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This rich, custardy spinach quiche is just the thing to break out for a fancy brunch. This quiche is delicious served warm or at room temperature. A simple arugula salad and some crispy pan-fried potatoes nicely round out the meal, along with a mimosa if youâve got nowhere to be. đ
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A Monte Cristo is a sandwich filled with Swiss cheese, ham, turkey, and Dijon mustard, then dipped in a French toast batter, shallow-fried, and served dusted with confectioners' sugar and a side of jam. Basically, it has all of the classic American diner flavors: sweet, salty, cheesy, and indulgent. đ
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French toast is already a pretty decadent breakfast, but weâve got a way to make it extra luxurious: thick-sliced cinnamon twist brioche. Topped with fresh berries, sweet syrup, and a little dusting of confectioners' sugar, this will make any morning special.
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These classic Bisquick biscuits are exactly what you want: cakey, just sweet enough, andâperhaps most important of allâthe ideal vehicle for shortcakes, featuring clouds of whipped cream and saucy strawberries.
This Mexican traditional breakfast is so much greater than the sum of its parts. Crispy fried tortillas meet scrambled eggs, creating that magical crisp-gone-soggy texture that's irresistibly satisfying. Topped with radishes and cilantro for freshness, cotija for a pop of salt, and avocado for creaminess, this skillet breakfast is more than enough reason to get out of bed (a mimosa margarita wouldn't hurt either!).
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Fruit scones are meant to be seasonal, so use your favorite farmers' market fruit (or whatever you need to use up in your fridge). Serve with some ice cream or whipped cream for a shortcake-inspired dessert.
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We've got three words for you that are going to change your breakfast and brunch game forever: Overnight. French. Toast. It's comically delicious, thanks to a long overnight soak in a heavy cream-infused custard, which transforms the sliced challah into a pudding-y delight.
Tofu scrambles have been a mainstay of vegan cuisine for decades. This one is seared and crisp on the outside, tender and creamy on the inside, and assertively spiced. Who needs eggs?
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Coffee cake is so simple to make, and that's just one of the reasons it's so beloved and perfect for serving to guests. Sour cream and buttermilk make this one moist and tender (and it will stay that way for days, so you can make it ahead!).
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Nothing pleases a breakfast crowd like an impressively puffy Dutch baby. Our recipe is a blank canvas for both sweet and savory toppingsâwe've got recipes for four of our favorites, including lox and cream cheese.
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Shakshuka just might be our favorite way to cook eggs: partially because it's absolutely delicious, and partially also because it's really easy to scale up and cook for a crowd, like in this version that is baked in a casserole dish with eight eggs.
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These are absolutely perfectâthe buns are fluffy and buttery, the cinnamon swirls tightly wound, and the glaze as sticky as possible. Bonus: They make your kitchen smell INCREDIBLE.
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