Best Happy Valentines Day Brunch Ideas

A delicious casserole – elegant enough for a Sunday brunch!

Light, airy, cheese puffs are a versatile addition to a meal or appetizer plate. Tiny, they’re like soup nuts. Larger, they pair well with beer or wine. Even bigger, they can be split and filled with ham, chicken, tuna salad, or even more cheese! These are easier to make than the recipe sounds, yet the result looks impressive enough that you can tell your friends you slaved over them.

French toast casserole is served with a drizzle of warm homemade strawberry sauce.

This is perfect served with quiche, homemade home fries and fresh coffee! I make the bread for this recipe using my bread machine!

Using this simple ‘crepe cake’ technique, you can turn any of your favorite cake fillings into visually stunning, multi-layered masterpieces. By the way, I say this is simple, not fast, as it does take some time to make and stack all those crepes, but once you get rolling, it goes pretty quickly. Use the ingredient amounts only as a guide, as crepe sizes and filling amounts will vary. Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with fresh strawberries.

Crisp buttery outer layers and a soft, delicate interior make these delectable croissants melt in your mouth.

I wouldn’t describe making homemade croissants as easy since there are multiple steps, and it does take at least half a day. But it’s really not that hard either; and certainly simpler than flying to Paris, which is the only other way to enjoy these amazing pastries. This recipe was adapted from one by Bruno Albouze, from The Real Deal (which he is).

So delicious and decadent–wonderful! Made the perfect Valentine’s Day breakfast. Very rich. The recipe makes quite a bit of glaze.

Smoked salmon and rye bread add a new twist to the traditional eggs Benedict. Sauce can be set aside at room temp for up to one hour. When ready to serve, reheat gently in double boiler.

What do you do with that leftover Champagne after New Year’s Eve or brunch? Make pancakes of course! These taste delicious with macerated fruits and accompanied by a glass of champagne.

Crab and egg go very well together in this delightful dish. Fresh crab meat is best but if you can’t find it, use canned.

A great, delicious way to cool off in the summer! Who knew fruit could taste so good?

My Hungarian grandmother has made this for us ever since we were kids…certainly not health food but maybe one of the tastiest things you’ll ever eat! Make it for breakfast or dessert.

Crepes made with whole wheat flour, skim milk, and egg whites. You’d never know they’re more health-conscious than your basic crepe from the taste.

I came up with this recipe one morning while preparing breakfast for guests at my bed and breakfast. It became one of our most requested dishes and I later included it in our inn’s cookbook!

This delicate dish loaded with ham, cheese and bread cubes in an egg mixture is perfect for brunch or supper. Light and fluffy casserole that is sure to please your guests. Goes great with some fresh fruit and blueberry muffins! Another plus is you make it day ahead, so you have more time out of the kitchen!

Contrary to popular belief, souffles are not very difficult, as long as you respect the laws of physics. I hope you give this recipe a try, and also experiment with other vegetables. Broccoli, artichokes, leeks, spinach, or any other edible plant you can puree should work with the same basic procedure.

You can mold this spread any way you like. For Easter I do bunnies; I make a heart for Valentine’s Day. Serve with Italian bread, crackers, or (my favorite for a brunch) triangle-cut pieces of assorted bagels. Great for a take-along office snack and for a breakfast treat.

An easy breakfast to serve when you have overnight guests! Serve with syrup, butter and fresh fruit.

A delicious omelet made with Dungeness crab, mushrooms, and Swiss cheese.

Thin, rich omelets are wrapped around a crab and shrimp filling. A luscious Cheddar cheese sauce is draped overtop.

This French toast is perfect for Mother’s Day! It is a nice twist to the traditional breakfast dish, and makes a nice addition to any brunch. I hope that you enjoy this recipe. Serve with fresh fruit, fruit preserves, or warm maple syrup.

I didn’t think anything could be better than a toasted store bought pastry tart in the morning–until I made these. Very, very easy to make! Kids (and adults) love them!

These delicious and savory scrambled eggs are easy to make.