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Valentine’s Day breakfast and brunch is one of those things I actually like leaning into, mostly because it’s an excuse to slow down a little and make something that feels more intentional than a regular breakfast. It doesn’t have to be complicated or overly romantic, just something that feels a little special. This roundup pulls together a mix of sweet and savory breakfast and brunch ideas for Valentine’s Day that work whether you’re cooking for someone else or just treating yourself. Some are quick, some are a little more involved, but all of them feel right for a Valentine’s morning when you want good food without stressing about it too much.
How To Plan a Breakfast Menu for Valentine’s Day
- Decide the guest count. There’s a big difference between making breakfast for two and serving the whole family, so adjust recipes for how many will be dining.
- Pick recipes for the time available. Holidays will fall on days when the routine of school and work are still on the schedule, so choose recipes that will fit into your day. If you have a busy morning, a sweet gesture of breakfast will go a long way, but you don’t have to spend too much time making it. Pancakes are quick, or make-ahead bakes that are hassle-free.
- Don’t forget the toppings! Add some homemade goodness to your waffles, pancakes, crepes, or French toast with homemade strawberry sauce, hazelnut spread, or whipped cream.
23 Valentine’s Day Breakfast Recipes
Below you’ll find a mix of different recipes to make! You’ll find everything from classic omelets, pancakes, and waffles, to romantic breakfast ideas with oats, bread, and yogurt!
Waffles and Pancakes
Blueberry Yogurt Waffles
Simple and quick to make, these blueberry Greek yogurt waffles are a delicious breakfast or brunch recipe to try. Perfectly crisp and fluffy.
Pink Pancakes
These Pink Pancakes just scream Valentine’s Day, making for a festive family breakfast/brunch. It’s a super easy recipe made in a blender with beets for a natural pink color!
Sweet Potato Waffle Recipe
This waffle recipe is made with only pantry ingredients plus sweet potatoes. They make an excellent choice for that certain someone on Valentine’s Day morning.
Easy Baked Breakfast Ideas
Baked Oats
Have “chocolate cake” for breakfast on Valentine’s Day with this baked oats recipe! All the ingredients go into a blender, and all you have to do is pop it in the oven!
Baked Steel Cut Oatmeal
Hands-free yummy Baked Steel Cut Oatmeal prepared in the oven – perfect for entertaining guests at breakfast or meal prepping breakfast for the week!
1 hour 5 minutes
Egg-cellent Romantic Breakfast Ideas
Shakshuka with Feta
Eggs poached in tomato sauce full of Mediterranean flavors and topped with crumbled feta. This is a rich, savory breakfast or brunch idea to serve on Valentine’s Day.
Breakfast Strata
This cheesy overnight breakfast egg strata is a vegetarian take on a classic recipe. It’s a savory egg casserole that gets better as it sits!
1 day 1 hour 15 minutes
Quiche
My base quiche recipe is great for Valentine’s breakfast, it’s a recipe you memorize and make over and over with any and all the toppings you want!
1 hour 45 minutes
Souffle Omelette
This Souffle Omelette is a light & fluffy take on traditional omelette. It’s made by separating the egg whites from the yolk and customizable with toppings
Turkish Eggs
Try Turkish Eggs for V-day, also called Cilbir: poached eggs served on garlic yogurt with with Aleppo-pepper butter. It’s high-protein and soo good!
Mediterranean Frittata
Switch up your Valentine’s Day brunch from an ordinary omelette and try this Mediterranean Frittata made with spinach, feta & tomatoes!
Eggs Florentine Recipe
To make eggs Florentine all you need are a few ingredients: eggs, English muffins, fresh baby spinach and hollandaise sauce. Super easy and quick!
Sweet Romantic Breakfast Ideas
Fluffy Cinnamon Rolls
Treat yourself to the most delicious breakfast! These homemade vegan cinnamon rolls are so easy to make and are wonderfully fluffy and sweet.
2 hours 40 minutes
Custard Toast
A creamy custard mixture is spread over sliced bread, topped with fruit, and baked for a simplistic novelty recipe perfect for breakfast. This is a must on your list of Valentine breakfast ideas.
Blueberry Scone Recipe
These easy Blueberry Scones only require a handful of common pantry ingredients, fresh or frozen blueberries, and lemon zest. 10 mins prep and 20 mins to bake!
Lemon Bread
This lemon bread loaf is tangy, sweet, easy to make, and so good! Made with Greek yogurt and olive oil, it’s light, fresh, and lemony!
1 hour 15 minutes
Tips for Making Valentine’s Day Breakfast
- Include fresh fruit. A variety of sweet and savory breakfasts are always complimented best with fresh fruits. Berries, oranges, melons, and grapes are all great options to serve alongside your morning meal.
- Assemble a breakfast board. Choose a few recipes to fill a board of your favorite morning bites. You can include small pancakes and waffles, bagels with cream cheese, berries, nuts, yogurt, different toppings, mini quiche, and eggs. Make it as intimate or family-friendly as you like!
- Make-ahead breakfast. Assemble casseroles the night before to bake them fresh in the morning, bake muffins, and mix together overnight oats. You can also simply prep a few things beforehand to make cooking quicker in the morning.
- Cut into love-inspired shapes. Use a cookie cutter to cut pancakes into hearts or teddy bears and decorate them with sprinkles, whipped cream, or fresh strawberries. It’s easy to add a little extra love to your breakfast visually.
How to Prepare Breakfast Ahead of Time
- Prep ingredients: A day or two ahead of time, chop veggies, wash and dry fruit, and mix batters to help make breakfast more timely and less of a hassle in the morning.
- Pre-bake muffins or breads: Bake a batch of muffins or quick breads on the weekend and store them in an airtight container in the fridge. Then, on Valentine’s Day, just gently reheat them and enjoy.
- Overnight recipes: Some breakfast recipes can be assembled the day before and rest overnight to simply pop in the oven or enjoy straight from the fridge. Some great ideas are French toast casseroles, strata recipes, and other bakes.
- Keep food warm: As long as you’re not cooking anything in the oven, you can set it to 200°F and store hot dishes like breakfast casseroles, quiches, and other hot foods there until you’re ready to serve.
Frequently asked questions
There are so many options for choosing a romantic or family-friendly breakfast to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Cinnamon rolls, quiches, quick breads, French toast, pancakes, omelets, or go over the top with steak and eggs! You have so many options to choose from, from easy fuss-free breakfast ideas to more elaborate and fancy meals to start the day.
Some breakfast recipes are great for making ahead of time and stored in the fridge until ready to cook or bake. You can also extend your morning by getting an earlier start and keep food warm in the oven until ready to eat.
Wake up early to make breakfast to serve in bed or set up the table for two with a scrumptious and romantic Valentine’s Day meal. Pair your romantic breakfast with whipped coffee for the ultimate indulgence.
For more similar roundup of recipes, be sure to check out: Date Night Dinner Ideas, Healthy Muffin Recipes, Everyday Breakfast Ideas, and Breakfast for Kids.
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