Sweet, savory, and everything in between.
If you’re not a brunch person, well… we’re sorry, you’re truly missing out. Sweet! Savory! Big bites and small! What’s not to love? To celebrate all this meal has to offer, we’ve gathered some of our favorite brunch recipes. Whether you’re cooking for a few or planning for a large affair, there’s something for everyone. Make one recipe or try a bunch. Whatever you do, just don’t forget the mimosas!
Five ingredients are all you need for this comforting and robust breakfast.
List Link: Florentine Omelette With Spinach and Cheese
This Filipino dish is made up of crispy, succulent egg-battered fried eggplant stuffed with seasoned ground pork.
List Link: Tortang Talong (Filipino Eggplant Omelette)
Thanks to nicely browned onions, bell peppers, ham, and a pinch of smoked paprika, this omelette truly tastes like the West.
List Link: Western Omelette With Bell Pepper, Onion, Ham, and Cheese
Much simpler than a classic soufflé, this light and fluffy omelette is cooked in a skillet and requires little more than eggs, cheese, and a few extra minutes.
List Link: Soufflé Omelette With Cheese
Transform leftovers into this delightfully crispy pork and potato hash that’s fit for brunch (and any time of day, really).
List Link: Crispy Pork Shoulder Hash With Charred Asparagus and Serrano Chile
With its silky smooth exterior and creamy interior, a French omelette is a tidy package of finesse and delicacy.
List Link: Classic French Omelette
Serious Eats / Julia Estrada
Set yourself up for success with these overnight cinnamon rolls, which require just one bowl to make. All that’s left to do in the morning is to preheat the oven.
List Link: One-Bowl, Overnight Cinnamon Rolls
For a savory galette loaded with flavor, toss sautéed broccoli and onions in a rich sauce of Gruyère cheese.
List Link: Broccoli and Cheese Galette
Serious Eats / Amanda Suarez
Made famous by the chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, these scrambled eggs have delicate, small curds and make every brunch feel like a luxurious affair.
List Link: Custardy French-Style Soft Scrambled Eggs
For a zero-fuss brunch, make this hearty, comforting strata ahead of time.
List Link: Bacon, Cheese, and Kale
Serious Eats / Amanda. Suarez
A handful of ingredients and a well-seasoned cast iron skillet are all you need to make this Southern breakfast staple.
List Link: Biscuits and Gravy
Tender, chewy, and blistered, these homemade bagels stay fresh for days.
List Link: Homemade Bagels
Impress your friends and family with fresh, homemade crepes.
List Link: Basic Crepe Batter
The only thing better than homemade crepes? Crepes filled with a sunny-side-up egg, ham, and cheese.
List Link: French Crepes With Ham, Cheese, and Eggs
Consider this recipe Spain’s custardy, crunchy, and creamy answer to French toast.
List Link: Torrijas Caramelizadas (Spanish-Style Caramelized French Toast)
Give French toast a savory twist with spicy, funky green curry paste.
List Link: Savory Green Curry French Toast
Serious Eats / Eric Kleinberg
The best way to make basic French toast also happens to be the simplest.
List Link: Perfect Quick-and-Easy French Toast
Fluffy and tender with a pillowy crumb, these pancakes cook up extra thick and light.
List Link: Thick and Fluffy Pancakes
Serious Eats / Mateja Zvirotic Andrijanic
These pancakes are extra light and fluffy, with a classic buttery flavor and crisp tops and bottoms. The perfect pancake? We think so.
List Link: Light and Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes
Simplify your weekend routine with this easy, one-bowl recipe for buttermilk waffles.
List Link: Buttermilk Vanilla Waffles
This vegetarian shakshuka—a a one-pan egg and tomato dish fit for any time of day—gets deep flavor from charred peppers and onions.
List Link: Shakshuka (North African–Style Poached Eggs in Spicy Tomato Sauce)
Serious Eats / Karina Matalon
Use overripe fruit to make Jamaican banana fritters that are tender yet slightly chewy—and even simpler than basic pancakes.
List Link: Jamaican Banana Fritters
Serious Eats / Greg Dupree
These ultra-flaky Danishes are rich with butter and filled with sweet, tangy cream cheese.
List Link: Cheese Danish
These crisp, golden brown dough sticks have a well-puffed exterior and a light and airy interior. Serve them with congee or enjoy them on their own.
List Link: Youtiao (Chinese Fried Dough Sticks)
Fruit bars are the perfect vehicle for market-fresh blueberries, cherries, and peaches in season, or your favorite jam during those times in between.
List Link: Jammy Fruit Bars
With a flaky crust and custardy filling, it’s worth taking the time to make this Chinese bakery classic at home.
List Link: Daan Tat (Hong Kong-Style Egg Tart)
Debbie Wee
[Photograph: Debbie Wee]
Crisp puff pastry topped with tender zucchini and melty cheese—what more could you want in one bite?
List Link: Zucchini Tart with Cream Cheese, Mozzarella, and Thyme
This buttery, lightly sweetened Armenian pastry is perfect for serving alongside coffee or tea.
List Link: Gata (Armenian Coffee Cake)
These super-simple scones come together faster than you can preheat an oven.
List Link: Bakery-Style Cream Scones With Milk Chocolate
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