Sweet and Savory Combine in These All-Star Brunch Recipes (2024)

You can't go wrong with mimosas and pancakes!

By Samantha MacAvoy and Becca Miller
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Sure, having a quick breakfast recipe in your back pocket for a speedy weekday morning meal is important, but so is your arsenal of delicious brunch ideas to whip up on a leisurely weekend. These delicious egg dishes, sweet treats (pancakes anyone?) and classic brunch co*cktails will turn your Sunday morning into a feast your friends and family will love.

Looking for an easy brunch idea that gets on the table fast? Try customizable egg muffins that are easy to freeze so you can snack on leftovers throughout the week. Or pull out all the stops with an epic baked good. We gathered creative ideas like tender zucchini bread, homemade donuts stuffed to the brim with sweet, fruity jam and our favorite pancake recipes (including a sheet pan version that's a great brunch idea for a crowd!).

Whether you're hosting a brunch party for Easter or treating Mom to a delicious Mother's Day brunch, these recipes are sure to fit the bill. If you're in the mood to build a whole menu, why not include a few appetizer recipes and desserts, too? And don't forget bubbly mimosas! Cheers to a weekend meal full of your brunch favorites.

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Sheet Pan Asparagus Frittata

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This feed-a-crowd brunch dish really couldn’t be easier: Add eggs, asparagus and goat cheese to a sheet pan and bake. The result is this fresh feast!

Get the Sheet Pan Asparagus Frittata recipe.

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Fluffy Pancakes

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Top off this homemade stack with fresh berries and plenty of syrup, or get fancy and drizzle them with fruit compote or warm melted chocolate. Yum!

Get the Fluffy Pancakes recipe.

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Grilled Fruit Salad with Vanilla Yogurt

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Brunch deserves dessert, too. This fresh, fruity pick is sure to be a crowdpleaser.

Get the Grilled Fruit Salad with Vanilla Yogurt recipe.

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Carrot Mimosas

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Add a splash of carrot juice to create a colorful, sweet and slightly earthy twist on this classic co*cktail.

Get the Carrot Mimosas recipe.

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Customizable Egg Muffins

These cute bites are the perfect vehicle for your favorite flavors (try pico de gallo, veggies, even cream cheese!). Plus they freeze well, so you can eat leftovers throughout the week.

Get the Customizable Egg Muffins recipe.

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Waffles with Spicy Glazed Bacon and Pecans

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Yes, you can have your bacon and waffles in one dish — in fact, we think you definitely should.

Get the Waffles With Spicy Glazed Bacon and Pecans recipe.

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Tomato and Scallion Cream Cheese Bagel Bake

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If you love bagels for brunch, try this easy dish with tomatoes, everything bagels, eggs and scallion cream cheese.

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8

Classic Bloody Mary

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What’s brunch without a great Bloody? This one includes pepperoncini peppers and brine for a wicked punch.

Get the Classic Bloody Mary recipe.

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Sheet Pan Breakfast Fajitas

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We like to bring the entire sheet pan over to the brunch table for a show stopping but laid back presentation.

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Winter Citrus Fruit Salad

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We’d definitely pair this gorgeous fruit salad with a freshly-baked coffee cake and hot pot of coffee.

Get the Winter Citrus Fruit Salad recipe.

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Classic Jelly Donuts

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These treats are a bit time- and labor-intensive, but nothing is quite as nostalgic as a stack of pillowy, powdered jelly donuts.

Get the Classic Jelly Donuts recipe.

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Pear, Bacon and Blue Cheese Tart

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Wow your crew with this sweet and savory treat that's secretly simple to make.

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Zucchini Bread

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The perfect end-of-summer brunch recipe or sweet afternoon snack!

Get the Zucchini Bread recipe.

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Raisin-Walnut Coffee Cake

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Walnuts, brown sugar and cinnamon give this sweet cake a lovely crunch.

Get the Raisin-Walnut Coffee Cake recipe.

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PB Chocolate Sheet Pan Pancake

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No need to flip! This sheet pan pancake is perfect — and delicious — for a group brunch.

Get the PB Chocolate Sheet Pan Pancake recipe.

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Jammy Egg Toasts

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Eggy breakfast lovers, this one's for you: Crunchy toast pairs with a medium-runny egg in this classic breakfast staple.

Get the Jammy Egg Toasts recipe.

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Blueberry Muffins

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Buttermilk makes these blueberry-packed muffins extra fluffy (and tasty!).

Get the Blueberry Muffins recipe.

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Ham, Cheddar and Red Onion Bread Pudding

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This two-step casserole is the perfect centerpiece for a family brunch.

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Greek Yogurt Pancakes

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Greek yogurt lends an extra dose of protein to classic fluffy pancakes.

Get the Greek Yogurt Pancakes recipe.

RELATED: 14 Best Greek Yogurt Brands, Tested by Nutritionists

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Matzo Toasts

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Get creative with your toppings on these crispy matzo toasts.

Get the Matzo Toasts recipe.

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FAQs

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.

What are the most popular brunch foods? ›

Our 20 Most Popular Brunch Recipes
  • 01 of 20. What's not to love about brunch? ...
  • 02 of 20. Flaky Buttery Biscuits. ...
  • 03 of 20. Less-Mess Bacon. ...
  • 04 of 20. Waffles. ...
  • 05 of 20. Classic French Toast. ...
  • 06 of 20. Broccoli Cheddar Quiche. ...
  • 07 of 20. Dutch Baby Pancake. ...
  • 08 of 20. Cinnamon Streusel Coffee Cake.
Apr 15, 2021

What is traditional brunch food? ›

The word brunch is a combination of BR from breakfast and UNCH from LUNCH. The foods are typically a bit fancier than regular breakfast. Eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits and gravy, pancakes, waffles, French toast, coffee, tea, mimosas (champagne and orange juice), Bloody Marys.

How do you make a good brunch menu? ›

We recommend choosing an egg dish, something hearty or savory, something sweet, something fresh, and something for dessert. Coffee, tea, and a signature co*cktail or mocktail complete the brunch spread. Don't turn yourself into a short-order cook the day of your brunch. That means no pancakes and no eggs made to order.

What do you bring to a brunch potluck? ›

15 Breakfast Potluck Ideas That Will Wow Your Coworkers
  • 01 of 15. Scrambled Egg Muffins. ...
  • 02 of 15. Chewy Granola Bars. ...
  • 03 of 15. Overnight Cinnamon Rolls I. ...
  • 04 of 15. Baked Ham and Cheese Party Sandwiches. ...
  • 05 of 15. Lemon Poppy Seed Bread. ...
  • 06 of 15. Eggs Benedict Breakfast Pizza. ...
  • 07 of 15. Donut Muffins. ...
  • 08 of 15.
Aug 13, 2020

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

As the word suggests,BRUNCH is a combination of words Breakfast and Lunch. So to explain,it is a meal taken later in the morning much later than breakfast hours,but before lunch time and consists of those foods which can be eaten for breakfast and lunch.

What time do most people eat brunch? ›

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. Consequently, brunch can be viewed as a late breakfast or a late lunch, depending on your preferences.

What day is best for brunch? ›

But that's what makes brunch extra special when it comes to Saturday and Sunday. Once the weekend rolls around, the rules change and you can officially refer to your midday meal as brunch if you're eating between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 4 p.m. If you're eating before 11, it's breakfast.

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.

What food is sweet and savory? ›

10 Sweet and Savory Recipes
  • The New Peanut Butter and Jelly. ...
  • Cranberry Gels with Frisée Salad, Pumpkin Fries, and Warm Bacon Vinaigrette. ...
  • Savory Bread Stuffing with Pears. ...
  • Sweet and Savory Baked Chicken with Pineapple and Tarragon. ...
  • Sweet and Savory Chicken. ...
  • Steak with Cranberry Sauce.
Feb 29, 2012

Is it better to have a sweet or savory breakfast? ›

A savory breakfast with protein is the healthiest option for a daily routine. A sweet or high carb breakfast will lead to short term energy, and long-term health issues. A sweet breakfast like pancakes, waffles or other high carb breakfasts should be had in moderation, not overdone.

What is the healthiest savoury breakfast? ›

Check out our favourite easy savoury brekkies for all the inspo you need.
  • 1Healthy frittata. ...
  • 2Toast with hummus, tomato and boiled egg. ...
  • 3Breakfast fried rice. ...
  • 4Low-cal chickpea pancakes. ...
  • 5Feta and black bean scrambled eggs. ...
  • 6Tuscan bean and avocado toast. ...
  • 7Healthy breakfast tacos. ...
  • 8Healthy veg and feta scrambled eggs recipe.

What do you bring to a brunch invitation? ›

Complement the Menu: Aim to bring a dish that pairs well with the planned menu. For example, a citrusy salad for a heavy egg dish or pastries for a savory spread. Be Creative and Personal: Let your skills and preferences shine through. If you excel in baking, bring homemade scones or pastries.

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