Mornings are chaotic enough without having to think about breakfast from scratch. That's where make-ahead recipes earn their keep. Sweet, satisfying, and ready to grab straight from the fridge or oven, these recipes give you something worth eating and make the whole morning run more smoothly.
Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins
These zesty lemon poppy seed muffins are the perfect way to brighten up your breakfast or brunch table! Made with a moist vanilla and poppy seed base infused with fresh lemon zest and a sweet lemon glaze made from fresh lemon juice, they will be the most delightful thing to hit your palette today!
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Cinnamon Babka
Made with soft, buttery dough twisted in cinnamon sugar and glossed with light homemade sugar syrup, this cozy cinnamon babka is undoubtedly a crowd-pleaser! It is perfectly sweet and warmly spiced, making it an ideal treat for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or after dinner.
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Cream Cheese Puff Pastry Danish
This easy Philadelphia cream cheese puff pastry danish tart recipe will be the talk of the table at your next fancy breakfast party or brunch! Made with flaky puff pastry, cream cheese filling, and fresh berries, they aren't just tasty but absolutely beautiful. If you have been looking for the perfect puff pastry with cream cheese filling recipe to turn heads and satisfy the taste buds, look no further!
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Brioche Cinnamon Roll
Fragrant and full of flavor, these melt-in-your-mouth brioche cinnamon rolls are the best thing in the morning! Made with buttery brioche dough rolled up with a sweet cinnamon sugar filling and topped with a creamy homemade cream cheese frosting, you'll want to have them for breakfast as well as dessert!
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Italian Lemon Ricotta Cake
This delicious, easy Italian lemon ricotta cake is by far one of the best lemon desserts you will ever try. Made with fresh lemons, creamy ricotta cheese, and a hint of vanilla extract; it has a gently sweet, citrusy flavor and an irresistible melt-in-your-mouth texture that resembles a moist sponge cake. Whether you enjoy it for breakfast, brunch, or as a dessert with a side of ice cream, it will be hard not to run back for seconds!
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Bavarian Cream Donuts
There are many delicious types of cream-filled donuts out there, but these delightful bavarian cream donuts are hands down a treat that everyone will love! Made with buttery brioche donuts and then filled with a creamy, rich French vanilla cream, they are super light, flavorful, and perfect for breakfast or dessert! The vanilla-flavored cream is light and creamy, made with a Crème Anglaise base combined with gelatin and whipped heavy cream.
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Strawberry Muffins
Sweet, light, and packed with fruity flavor, these strawberry muffins are the perfect addition to your breakfast or brunch menu. This easy strawberry muffin recipe uses fresh strawberries and a hint of vanilla flavor to create a delicious and versatile muffin that the whole family will love. And they only take 30 minutes to bake!
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Croissant French Toast Casserole
This croissant French toast casserole is an easy and impressive way to transform buttery croissants into a comforting, elegant dessert that is also crowd-favorite to serve for breakfast or brunch. Made with a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you’ll have a golden, melt-in-your-mouth casserole that looks like it took all morning to make!
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Chocolate Donuts
These are the Ultimate baked chocolate donuts with a chocolate glaze that is simply out of this world! This crazy, delicious, must-try homemade doughnut recipe uses chocolate in the dough, the glaze, and the decoration (which might remind you of Brigadeiros)!
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Chocolate Brioche
For chocolate lovers who enjoy brioche bread's tender, fluffy texture, this chocolate brioche gives you the best of both worlds! This easy chocolate brioche recipe takes classic brioche bread and fills it with swirls of creamy chocolate and cocoa powder before topping it with melted butter. Enjoy it for breakfast with a cup of coffee or for an after-dinner treat!
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Chocolate Puff Pastry
If you love chocolate as much as I do, you will certainly want to try this easy chocolate puff pastry recipe! With just two main ingredients, this simple recipe takes store-bought puff pastry to the next level by rolling in decadent chocolate chips. The result is a soft, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate pastry with a flaky outer shell and a creamy chocolate interior. It is perfect for both breakfast and an after-dinner dessert!
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Nutella Babka
Super delicious Nutella babka made of fluffy and buttery brioche dough that is twisted around the best homemade Nutella filling is probably one of the most delicious recipes on my blog, the one that always warms my heart!
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Baked Blueberry Donuts
These easy, baked blueberry donuts with blueberry glaze are crazy moist, delicious, and bursting with lovely natural blueberry flavor. In addition to the glaze, they are also filled with juicy blueberries! They are a breeze to make, even if you are an inexperienced baker.
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Lemon Muffins
These sweet and citrusy lemon muffins are easy to make but difficult to have just one! This lemon muffin recipe is made with oil and butter, making the muffins incredibly light and moist. They are then topped with a fresh lemon glaze that will have you licking your fingers. You can have them for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack!
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Banana Bread
Did you know that you can achieve a fluffy texture and tender crumb in your banana bread without baking soda? While many quick bread recipes rely on this ingredient for the proper lift, your delicious banana bread doesn't need it! Learn how to make banana bread with baking powder instead of baking soda with this easy recipe, whether you're ever out of baking soda or not!
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Apple Bread Pudding
If you’ve been wondering what to do with that leftover bread sitting on the counter, this apple bread pudding is a delicious way to use it! Made with fresh apples, everyday bread, and warm cinnamon, this old-fashioned apple bread pudding recipe takes little effort yet packs plenty of sweet flavor. Serve it with your favorite toppings or a bowl of vanilla ice cream for a delightful and comforting fall dessert that will have the whole family running back for seconds!
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Baked Cinnamon Sugar Donuts
These are the best baked cinnamon sugar donuts to make when you want light and fluffy donuts but without the hassle of deep frying. Whether you enjoy donuts with coffee, for breakfast, or as a delicious dessert, this is the recipe for you.
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Banana Nutella Muffins
These irresistible banana Nutella muffins combine the cozy flavor of banana bread with the creamy chocolate-hazelnut flavor of Nutella. With a moist, banana bread crumb and gooey Nutella inside and on top, they're perfect for a sweet breakfast, a midday treat, or an after-dinner dessert paired with a bowl of ice cream!
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Cranberry Orange Scones
Scones are one of those versatile baked goods that can be enjoyed for breakfast, afternoon tea, a snack, or even dessert if you want! One of my favorite fall flavor options for them is these cranberry orange scones, though you can totally make them for a Christmas brunch, too.
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Gingerbread Espresso Cinnamon Roll made with Japanese Milk Bread
Using a light & fluffy, sweet Japanese milk bread base and then rolling in the gorgeous flavors of traditional gingerbread cookies, this gingerbread espresso cinnamon roll is the perfect fun holiday breakfast that your whole family will enjoy! Even better? It’s made as one huge roll, saving you time and effort!
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Hawaiian Roll Butter Pecan Sticky Buns
These semi-homemade butter pecan sticky buns are melt-in-your-mouth delicious, and they are incredibly easy to prepare!
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Granola Cups with Yogurt and Fruits
Make these granola cups with yogurt and fruits to jazz up your breakfast or as snacks! Plus, these yogurt granola cups are freezer-friendly & kid-friendly!
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Lemon Glazed Lemon Donuts
Indulge in the tangy sweetness of lemon with this delectable lemon glazed donuts recipe. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these zesty yogurt-baked treats are sure to brighten your day. If you’re a fan of all things lemon, then you’ll definitely love these lemon-glazed donuts. They have the perfect balance of sweet and sour!
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Baked French Toast Maple Cinnamon Skillet
Looking for brand new breakfast or brunch ideas? You can’t go wrong with a baked French toast maple cinnamon skillet. Made with canned Pillsbury Grands biscuits, this French toast bake recipe boasts cinnamon and vanilla flavors in each bite.
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