The Best Breakfast Recipes of 2024

Crustless Spinach Quiche

I served this crustless quiche at a church lunch, and I had to laugh when one guy told me how much he disliked vegetables. Many people were surprised by how much they loved this veggie-filled quiche recipe—and he was one of them! —Melinda Calverley, Janesville, Wisconsin

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Hash Brown Quiche Cups

Quiche cups are my showstopper potluck dish. Hash browns and Asiago cheese make up the crusts. Eggs, spinach and bacon do the rest. —Nicole Stone, Gilbertville, Iowa

Breakfast Casserole

This easy overnight breakfast casserole will become your new go-to recipe any time you have company in town.

Easy Banana Muffins

Easy to make, easy to transport and easy to love, these easy banana muffins live up to their name. They're naturally dairy-free and perfect for bakers of any skill level.

Amish Breakfast Casserole

Made with hash browns, bacon and plenty of melted cheese, this hearty Amish breakfast casserole is a make-ahead breakfast you can prep in 15 minutes.

Belgian Waffle

Preheat the waffle maker and start whipping up your egg whites. This traditional Belgian waffle recipe will transport you straight to Brussels.

Lemon Blueberry Bread

Bake up some sunshine with our incredibly moist, tender and flavorful lemon blueberry bread. Loaded with zesty citrus, juicy blueberries and crunchy nuts, this will easily become your favorite take on this classic quick bread.

Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole

Our delicious and easy hash brown breakfast casserole gives you the best bits of breakfast in every bite!

Sheepherder’s Breakfast

My sister-in-law always made this delicious breakfast dish when we were camping and had to come up with good, easy breakfast ideas. Served with toast, juice and milk or coffee, it's a sure hit with the breakfast crowd! One-dish casseroles like this were a big help while I was raising my nine children. Now I've passed this recipe on to them. —Pauletta Bushnell, Albany, Oregon

Eggs Benedict Casserole

This overnight eggs Benedict casserole features layers of English muffins and Canadian bacon in a savory egg filling. It’s a delicious recipe for holidays and Sunday brunches.

Egg Muffins

Savory egg muffins are the perfect grab-and-go breakfast for busy mornings. These simple-to-make breakfast egg muffins are also perfect for freezing.

Copycat Starbucks Egg Bites

Starting your morning right just got easier (and tastier) with these copycat Starbucks egg bites. Filled with savory bacon and gooey cheese, they're the perfect grab-and-go breakfast.

Christmas Breakfast Casserole

Christmas breakfast casserole is a bacon-egg-and-cheese strata proportioned to feed the whole family. The holiday morning is busy enough and our recipe is designed to be mixed up ahead of time and baked without babysitting on the big day. Add red and green bell peppers for some festive color!

Breakfast Pizza

Pizza for breakfast is a delicious idea, especially when it's a savory breakfast pizza topped with eggs, bacon and melted cheese.

The Best Ever Pancakes

I'm not joking when I say I make pancakes every weekend. I love them in any form and variation. —James Schend, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin

Bacon Roll-Ups

This family recipe dates back to the 1930s, when my grandmother started making these hearty breakfast rolls. —Janet Abate, North Brunswick, New Jersey

Lemon Muffins

We make our lemon muffins with a streusel crumb topping and a bright lemon glaze. They're simple enough to be an everyday snack yet elevated enough to serve at a fancy brunch.

French Toast Casserole

Our overnight French toast casserole is made for laid-back weekends. Assemble everything the night before so the bread can slowly soak up the rich custard, then pop the casserole in the oven to bake the next morning.

Baked Blueberry Pancake

For a quick breakfast, I make this pancake while I fix supper the night before, and then I cut them into squares or triangles. In the morning, I top them with butter and syrup before placing them in the microwave. The pancake recipe is innovative and takes most of the fuss out of making breakfast. —Norna Detig, Lindenwood, Illinois

Overnight Oatmeal

Overnight oatmeal starts your morning off on the right foot, even if both feet are running out the door as soon as you wake up. Just mix the ingredients together the night before (no cooking necessary!) and grab it on your way out to enjoy a wholesome breakfast on your schedule.

Coffee Cake Recipe

Our coffee cake recipe turns coffee-o-clock into a true treat!

French Toast Recipe

Say oui to the best French toast in our recipe box! These step-by-step instructions will show you how to make French toast in a snap.

Pancakes

With tall, fluffy, golden stacks like these, our pancake recipe might as well be listed under the word “pancake” in the dictionary.

Banana Bread

Our best ever banana bread is soft, moist and filled with a caramelized banana flavor. It’s easy to see why bakers love this recipe!

Sweet Potato Muffins with Cinnamon

These sweet potato muffins with cinnamon are simple to throw together for just-because fall baking!

Farmer’s Casserole

This brunch-friendly make-ahead farmer's casserole is a hearty combination of hash brown potatoes, Monterey jack cheese, ham and eggs.

Hash Brown Egg Cups

Are they savory muffins? Miniature quiches? These hash brown breakfast bites are a complete meal—eggs, bacon, potatoes and cheese—in a form that's easy to make and easy to eat, whether as part of a brunch spread or a take-to-work breakfast.

Baked Omelette

If you want a recipe that's filling and fast, make this baked omelette. Not only does it make several servings, but it stores well and ensures you have an easy meal ready to go.

Egg in a Hole

An egg in a hole is an entire breakfast that takes only a few minutes on the stovetop. Cut a hole in a piece of bread, add butter to a skillet, crack an egg and you have a quick meal to start any day.

Homemade Pancake Syrup

If you don't have maple syrup in the house and you must have pancakes, homemade pancake syrup with brown sugar and maple flavoring will more than do the trick.

Make-Ahead Coffee Cake

This is a wonderful timesaver because it's assembled the night before. My kids think the nutty topping, sweet glaze and from-scratch cake make it the ultimate treat. —Cindy Harris, San Antonio, Texas

Lemon-Raspberry Streusel Muffins

Fresh from the oven, these attractive, delicious muffins make a great accompaniment to any breakfast or brunch. I usually double the recipe because they seem to disappear the minute I set them out. —Marie Herr, Berea, Ohio

Peanut Butter Oatmeal

Peanut butter oatmeal is a hearty, healthy and tasty start to the morning. Top the hot cereal with peanut butter, honey and cinnamon, then add diced apples or any other toppings you choose.

Cinnamon Bread

Our homemade cinnamon bread recipe makes a loaf fit for magazine covers: tall and golden brown with soft, sweet dough and swirls of cinnamon sugar. Here's how to make it.

Zucchini Quiche

To add tang to this cheesy zucchini quiche, we spread the crust with mustard like we're building a sandwich. It's a quiche secret that you'll be using for years to come!

Zucchini Muffins

These light, fluffy zucchini muffins are packed with shredded zucchini, chopped walnuts, dried currants and warm cinnamon spice. When life (or a friend, a coworker or a neighbor) gives you piles of zucchini, make zucchini muffins!

Italian Brunch Torte

We always serve this impressive layered breakfast bake with a salad of mixed greens and tomato wedges. It is one of our most requested dishes and can be served warm or cold. —Danny Diamond, Farmington Hills, Michigan

Bacon-Wrapped Smokies

These bacon-wrapped smokies are a delightful blend of savory and sweet and are a breeze to prepare. Perfect for a tailgate or party, they are sure to be a hit and you'll be amazed at how easy they are to make.

Rhubarb Scones

My grandfather grows rhubarb and gives us a generous supply. The tartness is similar to a cranberry—perfect for tossing into a scone. —Danielle Lee, Sewickley, Pennsylvania

Applesauce Muffins

Cinnamon-sugar-dusted applesauce muffins are the tender, homey treat you can stir together in just 10 minutes. The warm allspice, cinnamon and cloves will perfume your kitchen with an autumnal aroma as they bake.

Muffin-Tin Scrambled Eggs

I made these one year at Christmas as a way to save time, and they were a big hit. I have to make a large batch because my husband and boys can polish them off in a short amount of time. These also freeze very well, if there are any left! —Jill Darin, Geneseo, Illinois

Breakfast Casserole Recipe

Sunday mornings need this make-ahead breakfast casserole!

Strata

Assemble, chill overnight, bake and serve. That’s all there is to this easy strata recipe. Customize it to your liking with extra veggies or different breakfast meats.

Hearty Breakfast Egg Bake

I always fix this casserole ahead of time when overnight guests are visiting so I have more time to spend with them. I simply add some toast or biscuits and fresh fruit for a complete meal that everyone loves. — Pamela Norris, Fenton, Missouri

Bacon and Egg Casserole

Bacon and egg casserole features all your favorite classic breakfast ingredients in one dish. Serve it as the centerpiece of a brunch spread or a meal-prep dish for the week.

Breakfast Quiche

Become the hostess with the mostess with this easy breakfast quiche recipe. A buttery crust, creamy filling and savory fillings make the perfect centerpiece to your brunch, lunch or even dinner spread.

Brie and Sausage Brunch Bake

I've made this brunch bake for holidays as well as for a weekend at a friend's cabin, and I always get requests for the recipe. It's make-ahead convenient, reheats well and even tastes great the next day. —Becky Hicks, Forest Lake, Minnesota

Crab Quiche

Crab quiche is a celebration of luxurious crabmeat and a smooth, creamy custard. Our recipe uses simple ingredients so you can enjoy this elegant recipe in your home kitchen.

Breakfast Wraps

We like quick and simple morning meals during the week, and these wraps are great when prepared ahead of time. With just a minute in the microwave, breakfast is ready. —Betty Kleberger, Florissant, Missouri

German Pancake

Piping hot and puffy from the oven, this golden pancake made a pretty presentation for a skier’s theme breakfast I hosted. Served with homemade buttermilk syrup, it’s an eye-opening treat. Make several German pancakes if you’re feeding a crowd, and keep in mind that my easy syrup tastes great on waffles and French toast, too. —Renae Moncur, Burley, Idaho