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Brunch Recipe Ideas and Hosting a Brunch

These delectable homemade apricot cream pop-tarts are a far cry from the store-bought variety. Try them for yourself with this brunch recipe!

Easy Cranberry Orange Scones

Flaky, sweet, homemade scones shouldn't intimidate you. Check out this easy brunch recipe.

Add Some Pizzazz to Your Brunch Menu!

This asparagus tart with fontina and gruyere cheese tastes just as good as it looks, and is perfect for brunch! Just follow our simple recipe.

A Delicious New Take on Doughnuts

This creative brunch recipe for baked red velvet donuts is absolutely irresistable. And, because the doughnuts are baked rather than fried, they're healthier!

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Brunch Recipes for a Brunch Party

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5 Tips for the Perfect Iced Coffee

Iced coffee is one of the best parts of warmer weather. We have five great tips to making your own delicious iced coffee at home - get ready for the perfect cup every time!

Inspiration

8 Creative Pancake Ideas

Start your weekend morning off with one of our yummy and creative pancake ideas. From unique ingredients in the batter to decadent syrups, these pancake ideas are sure to impress.

Drink

Brunch is meant to be a meal that's casual, fun, easy and special. This drink brunch recipe adds a bit of unexpected flavor and refreshment to the midday meal for extra specialness without the added work.

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Bacon & Egg in a Toast Cup

Elegant brunch recipes don't get simpler than this one. Get the easy how-to to make an impressive bacon and egg bite in a toast cup here. We promise, a dozen of these won't take longer than 15 minutes to prep.

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Asparagus Tart with Fontina & Gruyere Cheese

Mother's Day is a big brunch day for a lot of families, but instead of packing the whole brood up and heading out, consider serving mom a homemade spread. This particular brunch recipe is easy enough for the most unpracticed cook, but full of flavors mom will love.

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Homemade Red Velvet Doughnuts

Sweetly iced red velvet doughnuts will steal the show at your next brunch. We love the bright color of these treats and can't get enough of their unique flavor.

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Southwest Buffalo Chicken Frittata Recipe

Frittatas are such a versatile dish and really can be enjoyed morning, noon or night. We love serving them as brunch recipes since they're not too heavy, but also not too light. This Southwest Buffalo Chicken Frittata is simple to follow and full of sweet and spicy flavors.

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Sweet Lemon Bread Recipe

Tart citrus gives this brunch recipe a tangy bite, but the glaze drizzled on top adds a sweetness to turn it into the perfect mouthful of flavor.

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Waffle Berry Tower

Layers of waffles, whipped cream and berries make for the ultimate celebratory brunch recipe. A breakfast cake of sorts, this waffle berry tower can be made on a grander scale or smaller one, depending upon your party.

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How to Plan a Boozy Brunch at Home

You can easily roll out of bed and whip up a boozy brunch at home with these booze-infused recipes and dishes!

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Cheesy Sausage and Egg Casserole

A heartier brunch recipe, this sausage, cheese and egg casserole is a family favorite. We always turn to this dish when we've got everyone coming over during the holidays or if we know it's going to be a crazy weekend.

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Homemade Apricot Cream Pop Tarts Recipe

Serve something really special at your brunch celebration. Our contributor Krissy Winnick shares a homemade pop tart recipe that's as simple to make as it is sweet to eat!

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Red Wine French Toast Recipe

While you probably wouldn't hesitate to reach for the bubbly to make a mimosa at brunch, did you ever think to grab the red wine bottle? This brunch recipe for wine-infused French Toast will have you doing just that!

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Vegan Eggless Scramble Sandwich

Don't be intimidated by the vegan nature of this brunch recipe. Even the biggest egg-lover will appreciate the bold flavors and satisfying finish this scrambled sandwich gives a late morning celebration.

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French Toast Casserole

French toast is a breakfast favorite no matter who's sitting at the table. For a big family gathering, like those special ones at holidays, try baking up this French Toast Casserole. Meredith's a fan of this easy recipe and her family is, too. We bet you'll love it just as much as well!

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Fresh Zucchini Muffins

Summer means lots of fresh fruit and veggies from the garden, and if you're growing, or know someone growing, zucchini, well, this brunch recipe is a must try! Fresh, flavorful and full of nutrition, the kids won't even know there are veggies in these muffins.

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Non-Dairy Strawberry Smoothie Recipe

For hostesses with vegetarian or vegan guests visiting, it's important to respect dietary preferences or needs. This non-dairy recipe is simple enough for you to make, but totally satisfying and special for a guest to enjoy.

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Sweet Pea and Parmesan Frittata

The sweet bite of baby peas combined with the saltier tang of Parmesan is just one reason we love this brunch recipe. Add in the quick and easy prep, plus bright pop of color the dish brings to our table and we're big fans!

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Beatles-Inspired Egg Man Party Sandwiches

Have breakfast with the Beatles - we've got the most adorable Egg Man sandwiches inspired by John Lennon's famous "I am the Walrus" song.

Recipe Inspiration

Tea Time! Light Finger Sandwich Recipes

Finger sandwiches are a great menu choice for any late morning or early afternoon celebration. They're satisfying, but won't overfill at a time when most people aren't used to eating a big meal. What's also great about finger sandwiches is that they're really versatile when it comes to fillers. Here, we've rounded up a few of our top recipes.

Avocado & Tomato Finger Sandwiches

Finger Sandwiches

Cucumber and Radish Tea Sandwiches

Home Run Italian Sandwiches

Mini Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

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Strawberry Almond French Toast

A sweet and savory way to start your day, this strawberry almond French toast recipe is delicious without overdoing it on the calories.

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Cucumber and Radish Tea Sandwiches

Afternoon socials, particularly those involving lots of assorted teas, demand one important menu item - tea sandwiches. Crisp and light, both in flavor and texture, tea sandwiches make the perfect pairing with deep flavored brews, cleansing and refreshing the palate without taking away from the flavor of the tea. Try this cucumber radish version for a tarter taste.

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Fruity Yogurt Breakfast Treats

Serve it in cups with lots of fresh fruits, blended up as a morning shake or even frozen for a frostier bite mid-morning in the summer. No matter how you decide to enjoy it, this fruit yogurt recipe is fresh, flavorful, healthy and delish!

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French Toast Kebabs

Brunch recipes served on a stick? That's what we're talking about! Turn an easy breakfast favorite into a fun kebab for a brunch recipe that's easy to cook and even easier to enjoy!

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Berry Fresh Granola Cereal

Hearty and healthy, this granola brunch recipe takes cereal back to the old days. It's made with lots of fresh ingredients, will fill lots of hungry bellies and can be stored in an airtight container for up to four weeks, which makes it a great prep ahead dish.

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Matzoh Brei Passover Recipe

What's so great about this brunch recipe, aside from it taking literally minutes to make, is the versatility it offers with topping options. The next time you've got a crowd, cook up this brunch recipe and have guests choose toppings from a preset bar - easy, fun and delish!

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Bacon and Egg Breakfast Bites

Easy to make and prep ahead of time, mini bacon cups filled with a scrambled eggs and cheese mixture make for a special brunch recipe. Everyone will gobble these breakfast bites up - but that's fine since they're so simple to whip up!

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Mighty Maple Peanut Butter Pancakes

Maple and peanut butter come together in this pancake recipe to bring you one of the fluffiest, most flavorful brunch recipes ever. Nothing could be easier to make, or more impressive to those your serving!

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Apple Pie Waffles Dessert Recipe

Turn a classic brunch recipe into a delicious dessert. Krissy's got the yummy how-to for Apple Pie Waffles!

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Funfetti Dessert Waffles Recipe

Move over cupcakes! There's a new birthday treat in town that you won't feel guilty eating early on in the day -- Funfetti Waffles! Check out this awesome recipe from our baking guru Krissy Winnick.

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Finger Sandwiches

One great thing about finger sandwiches is how versatile they are. From the shapes you can cut them into to the flavors you fill them with, finger sandwiches are easy and lovely at a brunch.

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Cranberry Orange Scones

These scones boast three of our favorite flavors--orange, cranberry and vanilla. And those flavors, when mixed together, are fab-u-licious!

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Nutella Banana Bread

You probably think to slather your bread with some Nutella pretty easily, but have you ever thought about baking it directly into your bread instead? Paired with bananas, Nutella makes for one tasty ingredient in your bread dough. Try this recipe at your next brunch celebration.

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Ham and Cheese Strata

Ham and Cheese Strata is the perfect dish for a morning brunch. It's fuss-free because you make it the night before and then bake it the next morning. It's simple, but makes a lovely presentation at the morning table.

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Lemon Butter Muffins

Butter muffins get a sweet makeover when paired with a lemon flavoring. Plus, the citrus flavor is pleasing to any palate, child or adult!

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Nutella French Toast

French toast gets a fresh spin added to it when you incorporate Nutella into the mix. Super easy to whip up, you can make this recipe for breakfast, brunch and even dessert - it all depends on what you decide to top it with!

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Pumpkin Muffins Recipe

It's a lot easier to get out of bed on a cold morning, when you are greeted by a yummy pumpkin muffin! Make a batch of these for a brunch or a simple morning breakfast!

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Canadian Bacon Strata

Skip the cereal and opt to serve your brunch guests something a bit more hearty like a breakfast pudding! A great thing about this recipe is that the ingredients are probably in your pantry right now.

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Potato and Boursin Frittata

Make a savory fritatta for your next brunch gathering. This simple entree is the perfect way to wake your guests up at a breakfast bash!

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Chocolate Coconut Nutella Bars

One reason we love brunch so much is because it combines the savory, fresh foods of the morning with the more indulgent ones of the afternoon. And that's why it's totally fine to have a chocolate coconut Nutella bar at the meal! Give this sweet brunch recipe a go and it's guaranteed to be a hit with guests.

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Turkey Croissants

These turkey croissants are easy to make with ready to bake croissants. Turkey is a versatile, succulent and cost effective way to fill up your guests and the tomatoes bring out the best flavors in the pesto sauce. The Parmigiano and brie cheeses perfectly complement this tasty brunch sandwich.

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Easy Homemade Doughnut Recipe

Homemade doughnuts are all the rage right now thanks in large part to clever baking tools that make it easy to whip up your own homemade doughnuts at home. Our favorite so far has to be Wilton's mini doughnut pan and we've got a recipe that makes it even easier to enjoy these treats!

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