Sunday mornings are made for indulging on delicious meals and relaxing with family and friends. Start your Sunday off the right way with these tasty breakfast recipes that will leave your taste buds satisfied and your stomach full.
1. Fluffy Pancakes
What’s a Sunday morning without pancakes? This recipe will give you light and fluffy pancakes that are perfect with a side of fresh fruit and maple syrup.
Ingredients:.
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 1 1/4 cups milk
- 1 egg
- 3 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions:.
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- In a separate bowl, beat the milk, egg, and melted butter together.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk until no lumps remain.
- Heat a non-stick frying pan or griddle over medium heat, and ladle around 1/4 cup of batter for each pancake into the pan.
- Cook until bubbles form on top of the pancake, then flip and cook until golden brown.
2. Shakshuka
If you’re looking for a savory breakfast option, shakshuka is a classic Middle Eastern dish that’s just as delicious as it is easy to make.
Ingredients:.
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 4-6 eggs
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Feta cheese, crumbled
- Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
Instructions:.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of oil.
- Add the onion and bell pepper and sauté until the onions are translucent.
- Add the garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Pour in the tomatoes and spices, then turn the heat down to low and let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
- Make small wells in the sauce and crack an egg into each well. Cover the skillet and cook for 5-8 minutes until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny.
- Sprinkle with crumbled feta and chopped cilantro or parsley before serving.
3. French Toast Casserole
If you’re feeding a crowd, this French toast casserole is the perfect option. Prepare it the night before and pop it in the oven in the morning for a fuss-free breakfast.
Ingredients:.
- 1 loaf of bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 8 eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions:.
- Butter a 9×13 baking dish and fill it with the cubed bread.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread, making sure all the bread is coated. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- In the morning, preheat your oven to 350°F. Take the casserole out of the fridge and let it sit at room temperature while the oven heats up.
- Bake for 45 minutes to an hour, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
4. Homemade Waffles
Who needs a waffle house when you can make these homemade waffles that are guaranteed to rival any restaurant’s?.
Ingredients:.
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons white sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 3/4 cups milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:.
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then add the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and whisk until no lumps remain.
- Heat your waffle iron according to its instructions, spray with cooking spray, and ladle the batter onto the iron.
- Cook the waffles for 3-5 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
5. Breakfast Burritos
If you’re looking for a breakfast that’s both filling and portable, these DIY burritos are versatile and easy to customize to suit everyone’s tastes.
Ingredients:.
- 8-10 flour tortillas
- 8-10 eggs, scrambled
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:.
- Heat the black beans in a small saucepan over medium heat until warmed through.
- Scramble the eggs in a large skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper as desired.
- Warm the tortillas in the microwave or on a pan.
- Fill each tortilla with eggs, black beans, avocado, salsa, and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Wrap the burrito, tucking in the ends, and serve.
6. Blueberry Muffins
These blueberry muffins are moist, fluffy, and packed with fresh blueberries.
Ingredients:.
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries
Instructions:.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a muffin tin with muffin cups.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
- In a separate bowl, beat the melted butter and eggs together.
- Add the milk to the wet ingredients and whisk until combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just incorporated.
- Gently fold in the blueberries.
- Spoon the batter into the muffin cups, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Huevos Rancheros
A traditional Mexican breakfast dish, huevos rancheros involves crispy tortillas, spicy tomato sauce, and fried eggs.
Ingredients:.
- 4 corn tortillas
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 4 eggs
- Cilantro, chopped
- Avocado, sliced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of oil.
- Add the tortillas and fry for 1-2 minutes on each side until crisp.
- Set the tortillas aside and add more oil to the skillet.
- Add the onion, garlic, and jalapeño pepper and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the canned tomatoes and cumin, and simmer the sauce on low for 10 minutes until thickened.
- Make four wells in the sauce, and crack an egg into each well.
- Cover the skillet and cook for 5-8 minutes until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny.
- Serve with the crispy tortillas, chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, and salt and pepper to taste.
8. Chorizo and Potato Hash
This chorizo and potato hash is a hearty breakfast dish that’s both spicy and satisfying.
Ingredients:.
- 1 pound chorizo sausage
- 4-5 small potatoes, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 4-6 eggs
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Green onions, chopped
Instructions:.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the chorizo sausage.
- Use a wooden spoon to break the sausage into small pieces, and cook until browned and crispy.
- Add the diced potatoes, onion, garlic, and jalapeño pepper to the skillet and stir to combine.
- Cook the mixture for 10-15 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
- Make small wells in the hash and crack an egg into each well.
- Cover the skillet and cook for 5-8 minutes until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny.
- Sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving.
9. Avocado Toast
Simple, delicious, and healthy, avocado toast is a popular breakfast trend that’s easy to make at home.
Ingredients:.
- 2 slices of bread, toasted
- 1 avocado, mashed
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:.
- Mash the avocado in a small bowl and season with red pepper flakes, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the avocado mixture onto the toast and enjoy.
10. Breakfast Quesadillas
A Mexican twist on a classic breakfast sandwich, these quesadillas are easy to make and packed with flavor.
Ingredients:.
- 4 flour tortillas
- 4 eggs, scrambled
- 1/2 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salsa, for dipping
Instructions:.