Brunch recipes
Brunch is the weekend's reward, and it does not have to mean a long morning in the kitchen. This page covers late-morning favorites: eggs every way, pancakes, French toast, loaded toasts, grain bowls and both sweet and savory dishes. Each recipe takes 20 minutes or less, so you can sleep in and still eat well.
34 recipes, quickest first.
8 minCheesy spinach omelette
8 minLemon curd yogurt pots
8 minMango coconut smoothie bowl
8 minSmoked salmon scrambled eggs
10 minRicotta toast with honey peaches
11 minBacon and egg English muffins
11 minPeanut butter banana quesadillas
12 minCopycatCopycat Egg McMuffin
12 minSmashed avocado toast with feta and jammy eggs
13 minTamagoyaki rolled omelette
13 minTurkish eggs with chili butter
14 minMasala omelette
15 minBerry French toast
15 minBlack bean breakfast burritos
15 minChilaquiles rojos
15 minMonte Cristo sandwiches
16 minBanana oat blender pancakes
16 minBreakfast fried rice with bacon and egg
17 minBodega bacon, egg and cheese
17 minCheesy corn fritters
17 minCroque monsieur
17 minEggnog French toast
17 minStovetop maple granola
18 minChorizo, potato and egg breakfast tacos
18 minFluffy ricotta pancakes
18 minHuevos rotos with chorizo
18 minLemon and sugar crepes
18 minSmoked salmon bagel board
18 minSweet potato hash with fried eggs
19 minHuevos rancheros
19 minRed velvet pancakes with cream cheese glaze
20 minEggs Benedict with blender hollandaise
20 minPuff pastry cinnamon twists
20 minQuick shakshuka
For guests, pick one sweet and one savory dish, add fruit and coffee, and you have a full table. Many recipes double easily, and some, like frittatas and baked toasts, cook in one pan, which helps when you are serving a crowd. Check the tips for ways to keep things warm while you finish the rest.
Common questions
What should I serve for an easy brunch at home?
Aim for balance: one egg dish like a frittata or scramble, one sweet item such as pancakes or French toast, a platter of fresh fruit and plenty of coffee. Add bacon or smoked salmon for something salty. Choosing dishes that use different equipment, stovetop versus oven, keeps everything ready at the same time.
How do I keep pancakes or French toast warm for a crowd?
Set the oven to about 200F and place a wire rack on a baking sheet. Move each finished batch onto the rack in a single layer, which keeps them warm without steaming and going soggy. They hold well for 20 to 30 minutes. Avoid stacking them under foil, which traps moisture.
How do I make fluffy scrambled eggs?
Whisk the eggs well with a pinch of salt, then cook over medium-low heat in butter, stirring gently with a spatula so large soft curds form. Take the pan off the heat while the eggs still look slightly wet, since they keep cooking. A splash of milk or cream is optional and makes them a little softer.