Breakfast and Brunch Recipes from Food & Wine (2024)

Raspberry-Swirl Sweet Rolls

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Savory and sweet breakfast and brunch recipes from Food & Wine magazine.

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Scrambled Egg and Swiss Chard Tacos

Scrambled Egg and Swiss Chard Tacos

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Scrambled Egg and Swiss Chard Tacos Recipe

These delicious vegetarian tacos are packed with scrambled eggs, sautéed Swiss chard and tomatoes, then topped with salsa verde and sour cream.

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Potato-Scallion Frittata with Manchego Cheese

Potato-Scallion Frittata with Manchego Cheese

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Potato-Scallion Frittata with Manchego Cheese Recipe

Made with 18 eggs, two cups of cheese and one cup of cream, this frittata makes a decadent brunch dish for a crowd.

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Almond-Butter-and-Jelly French Toast

Almond-Butter-and-Jelly French Toast

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Almond-Butter-and-Jelly French Toast Recipe

This fluffy, nutty breakfast is a playful, delicious mash-up of French toast and PB and J. Instead of peanut butter, it's made with almond butter.

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Ham and Potato Chip Tortilla

Ham and Potato Chip Tortilla Recipe

Adding jalapeño potato chips to a simple egg tortilla (a Spanish omelet) gives it a salty, spicy zing. Serve extra chips on the side.

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Monte Cristo Strata

Monte Cristo Strata

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Monte Cristo Strata Recipe

In this rich and hearty dish, bread, ham and cheese are baked in an eggy custard; grainy mustard and tarragon add a lovely, vibrant flavor.

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Eggs Benedict with Bacon and Arugula

Eggs Benedict with Bacon and Arugula

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Eggs Benedict with Bacon and Arugula Recipe

In this version of eggs Benedict, applewood-smoked bacon is used instead of the usual Canadian bacon, because of its rich flavor and crisp texture. Serve atop an English muffin for a delicious morning meal.

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Mixed-Berry Dutch Baby

Mixed-Berry Dutch Baby

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Mixed-Berry Dutch Baby Recipe

A Dutch Baby, also known as a German pancake, is a mixture of eggs, flour and whole milk that gets baked in a heavy skillet until it becomes puffy and golden. This terrific version folds in fresh berries to create a wonderful summer dessert that's also great for breakfast.

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Light and Fluffy Baked Apple Pancake

Light and Fluffy Baked Apple Pancake

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Light and Fluffy Baked Apple Pancake Recipe

Golden Delicious apples hold their shape after they are caramelized with sugar and maple syrup, making them a perfect choice for this clever, giant one-pan pancake.

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Sweet Breakfast Quinoa

Sweet Breakfast Quinoa

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Sweet Breakfast Quinoa Recipe

"This breakfast will make your day so productive," says Jill Donenfeld about her maple syrup-sweetened quinoa. Quinoa is naturally loaded with protein and fiber.

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Lao Omelet with Dill, Scallion and Thai Chile

Lao Omelet with Dill, Scallion and Thai Chile

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Lao Omelet with Dill, Scallion and Thai Chile Recipe

The dill, fish sauce and scallions in this round omelet may seem like an overly bold combination of flavors, but the result is surprisingly delicious. It's also adaptable: Eat it for breakfast or as a quick, light supper.

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Strawberry-Almond Scones

Strawberry-Almond Scones

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Strawberry-Almond Scones Recipe

When baking these scones, be sure to use whole wheat pastry flour, which is less dense than whole wheat flour. Mixing in some all-purpose white flour also lightens the texture of the scones, so they're more delicate and tender.

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Yeasty Waffles

Yeasty Waffles

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Yeasty Waffles Recipe

Jeff Potter offers a waffle recipe made with yeast instead of baking powder in his book, Cooking for Geeks. A yeast enzyme called zymase helps make the waffles rich and sweet.

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Three-Grain Cereal with Dates and Cinnamon

Three-Grain Cereal with Dates and Cinnamon

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Three-Grain Cereal with Dates and Cinnamon Recipe

Chef Quinn Hatfield cooks big batches of pearled barley and quinoa to keep in his refrigerator for this hot cereal, which comes together in minutes. He also uses the grains in salads. The mixture of cinnamon and chopped dates makes this breakfast nicely sweet—no extra sugar needed.

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Sweet Potato Doughnuts

Sweet Potato Doughnuts

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Sweet Potato Doughnuts Recipe

Baking the doughnuts and tossing them with a little butter, cinnamon and sugar makes them healthier than fried doughnuts. The sweet potato in the dough adds a lovely, earthy flavor. Instead of slowly baking the potato in the oven, microwave it for just 10 minutes.

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Blueberry-Banana Pancakes

Blueberry-Banana Pancakes

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Blueberry-Banana Pancakes Recipe

Wake up to the smell of fresh blueberries and bananas in a sweet combination of flavor in these classic flapjacks.

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Raspberry-Swirl Sweet Rolls

Raspberry-Swirl Sweet Rolls

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Raspberry-Swirl Sweet Rolls Recipe

These soft, puffy yeast rolls put a fun twist on a classic cinnamon bun. For variations, switch out the raspberries for another frozen fruit such as blackberries, strawberries, or blueberries.

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FAQs

What are 3 common foods you can have for brunch? ›

French toast, waffles, pancakes, and similar dishes are great choices for brunch. You could also do something even more impressive like apple pecan or ultimate berry bread pudding. Add some parfaits for a lighter option that pairs well with these dishes.

What should a brunch menu include? ›

Popular brunch menu items include eggs Benedict, pancakes, waffles, French toast, omelettes, avocado toast, breakfast sandwiches, pastries, and fruit salads.

How do you plan a breakfast brunch? ›

Tips for How to Host a Brunch
  1. Plan Your Menu Ahead of Time. We can't stress this one enough. ...
  2. Go Grocery Shopping Ahead of Time. ...
  3. Lay Things out the Night Before. ...
  4. Consider Going Paper and Plastic. ...
  5. Avoid Time-Consuming Recipes. ...
  6. Try a Self-Serve Bar. ...
  7. Opt for an Exciting Mix of Foods.

What do you bring to a ladies brunch? ›

WOMEN'S BRUNCH
  • Mushroom Puff Pastry Pinwheels. Shawn. ...
  • Nutella Knots. Shawn. ...
  • Puff Pastry Pinwheels with Prosciutto, Pesto, and Cheese. Shawn. ...
  • Vegan Lemon Bars. Shawn. ...
  • Easy Make Ahead Tea Sandwiches for Your Next Afternoon Tea. R K. ...
  • Strawberry Jam Cakes - TeaTime Magazine. R K. ...
  • Crostini with Balsamic Strawberries and Ricotta. R K.

What's the difference between brunch foods and a typical breakfast? ›

The term "brunch" is coined from the combination of "breakfast" and "lunch," signifying a meal that seamlessly bridges the gap between the two. Brunch offers something for everyone, ranging from sweet breakfast foods like Belgian waffles topped with whipped cream to a savory spinach mushroom frittata.

How many dishes should you serve for brunch? ›

Depending on the size of your gathering, you'll want to pick at least one but perhaps two main entrees. This will set the tone for your brunch menu. You could plan to serve one sweet dish and one savory dish. Or you could plan one breakfast item and one lunch item.

What is brunch in meal? ›

/brʌntʃ/ a meal eaten in the late morning that is a combination of breakfast and lunch: We always have brunch together on Sunday. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases.

How do you host an easy brunch? ›

Make-ahead dishes are your friend

We love a good savory strata or make-ahead oatmeal, or a casserole with lemony crêpes, bagels and cheese, cheesy grits, or overnight French toast. All of these recipes can be prepped the day before, and then popped in a preheated oven for a centerpiece main dish with minimal fuss.

What time should a brunch party start? ›

Brunch is a combination of breakfast and lunch, but it generally occurs at a set time. If you are planning a brunch or attending one, the timeline will fall between 11 am to 3 pm for the event to be considered brunch. Brunch is generally seen as a weekend activity.

What is the best time for brunch? ›

Brunch, as you probably know, is a word made up of two words, breakfast and lunch, and it is a fun word to use. As a general rule, brunch is served between 11:00 a.m. and 3 p.m. between the hours of the morning and the afternoon, between the hours of the morning and afternoon.

How do you throw an effortless brunch? ›

Prepare Ahead and Have Variety

We recommend the basics such as eggs, potatoes, coffee or lattes, teas, water, sauces, French toast, waffles or pancakes, and fresh fruits. You can peel and chop the fruits the night before, lay out the dry ingredients, and measure them, so you only have to mix them in the morning.

How do I make a breakfast menu? ›

How to Make a Breakfast Menu
  1. Write Out All Menu Items. ...
  2. Categorize Menu items. ...
  3. Set Menu Prices. ...
  4. Create Menu Descriptions. ...
  5. Decide on a Menu Color Scheme. ...
  6. Design your Breakfast Menu. ...
  7. Think about Photos. ...
  8. Choose Menu Fonts, Spacing, and Composition.

What to cook when hosting brunch? ›

  • Eggs Benedict Rolls. PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE. ...
  • Lemon Blueberry Breakfast Cake. PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: FRANCESCA ZANI. ...
  • Classic Homemade Waffles. ...
  • Frittata. ...
  • Breakfast Strata. ...
  • Brioche French Toast. ...
  • Breakfast Bagel Bites. ...
  • Crispy Hash Brown-Crusted Bacon & Cheddar Quiche.
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What is brunch usually? ›

Brunch is a combination of breakfast and lunch, but it generally occurs at a set time. If you are planning a brunch or attending one, the timeline will fall between 11 am to 3 pm for the event to be considered brunch. Brunch is generally seen as a weekend activity.

What defines brunch food? ›

noun. ˈbrənch. : a meal usually taken late in the morning that combines a late breakfast and an early lunch.

What made brunch popular? ›

Brunch gained steady popularity because it was economic – a two-in-one meal with special touches not afforded during the week. Oatmeal for the rest of the week, but bacon, waffles, fruit, jams, and coffee on Sunday.

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