44 Brunch Recipes You Can Make At Home To Save Cash (2024)

Table of Contents
1. Cinnabon Waffles 2. Girl Scout Cookie Doughnuts 3. Brunch Chilaquiles 4. Cinnamon Swirl Pancakes With Cream Cheese Frosting 5. Peanut Butter and Bacon Sandwich 6. Bacon and Cheese Mashed Potato Pancakes 7. Homemade Crepes 8. Spinach and Parmesan Brunch Pizza 9. Sriracha Eggs Benedict 10. Nutella Banana Grilled Cheese 11. Avocado, Egg, Cheese, and Sriracha Burrito 12. Nutella-Filled Chocolate Chip Banana Pancakes 13. The Ultimate Egg, Bacon, Cheese and Avocado Brunch Ring 14. Bacon, Sausage, and Tater Tot Breakfast Bake 15. Cap’n Crunch French Toast 16. Chunky Monkey Muffins 17. Bacon Cinnamon Rolls 18. Cinnamon Sugar Doughnuts 19. Ham and Egg Nest 20. Breakfast Fried Rice in a Mug 21. Baked Apple Cider Doughnut Bites 22. Apple Turnovers 23. DIY Bacon and Egg McMuffin 24. Cinnamon Sugar Pop-Tarts 25. Sticky Maple Crescent Buns 26. Mini Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls 27. Giant Rice Cooker Pancake 28. Mini Bagel Breakfast Sliders 29. Cinnamon Roll Oatmeal Soufflé in a Mug 30. Twisted Nutella French Toast 31. Cookie Dough Cream Cheese 32. Pumpkin Butter Pecan Gingersnap Rolls 33. Baked Brie Crescent Spread 34. Bacon and Egg Toast Cups 35. Banana and Nutella Spring Rolls 36. Leftover Brunch Pizza Since brunch isn't complete unless it's boozy, we've included a few co*cktails as well: 37. Fireball Bloody Mary 38. Mimosa Smoothies 39. Honey Jalapeño Margaritas 40. Pink Lemonade Mojito 41. Sangria Slushy 42. Summer Ale With a Twist 43. Negroni 44. Bellini FAQs References

Recipes originally appeared on Spoon University.

1. Cinnabon Waffles

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Anything covered in frosting is a win. Make yours like this.

2. Girl Scout Cookie Doughnuts

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Now every season is Girl Scout cookie season. Make yours like this.

3. Brunch Chilaquiles

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Turn your leftover party food into the ultimate hangover cure with this recipe.

4. Cinnamon Swirl Pancakes With Cream Cheese Frosting

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Sugar high guaranteed. Make yours like this.

5. Peanut Butter and Bacon Sandwich

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Bacon makes everything better. Recipe here.

6. Bacon and Cheese Mashed Potato Pancakes

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Turn your Thanksgiving leftovers into a carb-loaded brunch with this recipe.

7. Homemade Crepes

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Master the flick of the wrist while trying to flip these bad boys. Make yours like this.

8. Spinach and Parmesan Brunch Pizza

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If you're ballin' on a budget, replace the crème fraîche with sour cream or plain greek yogurt. Recipe here.

9. Sriracha Eggs Benedict

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Spice up your brunch with this recipe.

10. Nutella Banana Grilled Cheese

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The best way to turn lunch into brunch is by adding Nutella. Make yours like this.

12. Nutella-Filled Chocolate Chip Banana Pancakes

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This sugar rush will cure any hangover. Make yours like this.

14. Bacon, Sausage, and Tater Tot Breakfast Bake

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Napoleon Dynamite must have made this recipe when his love of tater tots began.

15. Cap’n Crunch French Toast

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Crunchatize your French toast with this recipe.

16. Chunky Monkey Muffins

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Transform your Ben & Jerry's into a decadent muffin with this recipe.

18. Cinnamon Sugar Doughnuts

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Making your own doughnuts means you don't even have to put on pants. Recipe here.

19. Ham and Egg Nest

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Use a cookie cutter to give your brunch some much needed pizazz. Make yours like this.

20. Breakfast Fried Rice in a Mug

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Don't forget the chopsticks. Recipe here.

21. Baked Apple Cider Doughnut Bites

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Because pumpkin spice is overrated. Make yours like this.

22. Apple Turnovers

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A sweet way to start your day. Recipe here.

24. Cinnamon Sugar Pop-Tarts

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Now it's acceptable to eat Pop-Tarts as an adult with this recipe.

25. Sticky Maple Crescent Buns

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We don't want none unless you got buns hun. Make yours like this.

26. Mini Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

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We dare you not to eat them all in one sitting. Make yours like this.

27. Giant Rice Cooker Pancake

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Guaranteed to feed a small army. Recipe here.

28. Mini Bagel Breakfast Sliders

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Stacks on stacks on stacks. Recipe here.

29. Cinnamon Roll Oatmeal Soufflé in a Mug

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Upgrade your boring oatmeal with this recipe.

30. Twisted Nutella French Toast

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Give your French toast a twist with this recipe.

31. Cookie Dough Cream Cheese

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Now you can have cookie dough for brunch. Make yours like this.

32. Pumpkin Butter Pecan Gingersnap Rolls

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Put that pumpkin butter to good use. Make yours like this.

33. Baked Brie Crescent Spread

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No one has to know you're on a budget with this fancy-sounding recipe.

34. Bacon and Egg Toast Cups

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Perfect for an on-the-go brunch. Make yours like this.

35. Banana and Nutella Spring Rolls

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Give your brunch an Asian twist. Recipe here.

36. Leftover Brunch Pizza

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Turn last night's leftover cheesy slice into this morning's brunch with this recipe.

Since brunch isn't complete unless it's boozy, we've included a few co*cktails as well:

37. Fireball Bloody Mary

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Brunch isn't complete without a bloody mary, but we gave this recipe a twist.

38. Mimosa Smoothies

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A cool twist on a brunch classic. Recipe here.

39. Honey Jalapeño Margaritas

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Spice up your life with this recipe.

40. Pink Lemonade Mojito

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You haven't lived until you've made your own mojito. Recipe here.

41. Sangria Slushy

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This pretty much counts as your daily serving of fruit. Recipe here.

42. Summer Ale With a Twist

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Prefect for chillin’, tannin’, partyin', and brunchin'. Make yours like this.

43. Negroni

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Not your average vodka cranberry. Make yours like this.

44. Bellini

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Just add a paper umbrella if you're feeling fancy AF. Make yours like this.

44 Brunch Recipes You Can Make At Home To Save Cash (2024)

FAQs

What is a good menu for brunch? ›

What Is a Typical Brunch Menu?
  • Eggs Benedict.
  • Pancakes.
  • Waffles.
  • French toast.
  • Omelets.
  • Quiché
  • Belgian waffles.
  • Smoked salmon on a bagel.

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What are the best foods to serve at a 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.

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How do you plan a simple brunch? ›

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.

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How to set up a brunch buffet? ›

Tips for Setting a Buffet Table
  1. Vary the height. Just as you would vary heights with centerpieces, you should do the same with a buffet. ...
  2. Have a clear beginning. ...
  3. Identify dishes. ...
  4. Give some support. ...
  5. Save utensils for last. ...
  6. Position strategically. ...
  7. Use strategic layouts. ...
  8. Create an Instagram-worthy table backdrop.

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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.

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What do you put on a charcuterie board for brunch? ›

Arrange cheese, meats, and hard-boiled eggs in small groups on your charcuterie board or a large wooden cutting board. Add carbs. Add bread, crackers, and mini breakfast items next. Add produce.

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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.

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How do I host an easy brunch at home? ›

10 Tips for Hosting a Stress-Free Brunch Party, from Professional Event Planners
  1. Tip #1: Prep Ahead, and Plan a Mix of Dishes. ...
  2. Tip #2: Keep Your Food Warm. ...
  3. Tip #3: Don't Forget the Drinks! ...
  4. Tip #4: Don't Forget About the Kiddos. ...
  5. Tip #5: Set Up a Self-Serve Bar. ...
  6. Tip #6: Get Creative with Your Serveware.
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What time should a brunch party start? ›

The best time for brunch is to shoot for noon; this gives you the opportunity to do some prep stuff in the morning without having to wake up before the rooster crows and also, you can throw in some lunch items to truly make it a menu of breakfast and lunch.

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How to host a stress-free brunch? ›

Seven Tips for a Successful Stress-Free Brunch
  1. Set up a self-serve Bellini bar. ...
  2. Make-ahead dishes rule. ...
  3. Welcome guests with the smell of home-baked pastries. ...
  4. Fresh fruit is fundamental. ...
  5. Balance the brunch. ...
  6. Serve special spreads and "boutique" butters. ...
  7. Coffee is crucial so keep it flowing.

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How much food for a brunch party? ›

For a full breakfast or brunch, two entrées estimated at four ounces each per person, two side dishes at three to four ounces each per person and a selection of breads and pastries at one to two pieces per person should meet your requirements. Fruit is an attractive, healthy and practical breakfast or brunch dessert.

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What time is brunch etiquette? ›

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. And the idea of lunch on a weekend doesn't even exist (unless you really want it to).

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How do you have a successful brunch? ›

7 steps to a successful brunch service
  1. Make it comfortable. Brunch attracts many different types of guests, especially in a city like Washington D.C., O'Shea says. ...
  2. Be prepared. ...
  3. Get smart about time management. ...
  4. Change up your staffing. ...
  5. Find the right flow. ...
  6. Set prices fairly. ...
  7. Don't underestimate routine.

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What defines brunch food? ›

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

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