Lavish Breakfasts You Can Serve for Dinner

The most important meal of the day just got even better. Breakfast food is having a serious moment, and we couldn’t be happier about it. We’ve rounded up a bunch of fancy breakfast recipes that are also feasts for the eyes, from pancake charcuterie boards to epic waffle bars and more. Breakfast casserole for dinner, anyone? Read on to get inspired.

photo: Windy City Dinner Fairy

Bagel Breakfast Board

This board by Windy City Dinner Fairy is the kind of thing bagel lovers dream about. A nice spread of bagels with plenty of topping options, from classic cream cheese and smoked salmon to fresh fruit and veggies. Get all the details by clicking here.

photo: Proper

Epic Brunch Board

Our mind is blown by the sheer scale of this brunch board by Proper. It’s filled with an impressive mix of bread, fruits, cheeses and jams. There’s no need for a centerpiece when the food looks this good! Click here to find out how to create your own version.

photo: Sandra’s Easy Cooking

Waffle Breakfast Board

This fun board from Sandra’s Easy Cooking would make the perfect breakfast for dinner. Homemade waffles make it even more special, and everyone can top them with their favorite fruit, yogurt or syrup. To get the recipe, click here.

photo: Valentina’s Corner

Pancake Charcuterie Board

More of a pancake person? Valentina’s Corner has you covered with this drool-worthy charcuterie board. Get all the details (including how to make your pancakes extra fluffy) by clicking here.

photo: Vegetarian Ventures

Brunch Board with Cheesy Popovers

For something a little lighter, we love this veg-forward board from Vegetarian Ventures. Cheesy homemade popovers are paired with piles of fresh veggies and sliced cheese. To get the recipe, click here.

photo: Sarah J. Hauser

No-Cook Brunch Board

Courtesy of Sarah J. Hauser, this board has just enough elements to keep it interesting, but not so many that it’s too overwhelming to put together on a Tuesday night. Get Sarah’s tips on how to make your own (plus a version that skews more savory than sweet) by clicking here.

photo: Fork in the Kitchen

Burrata Breakfast Board

Burrata fans, you don’t want to miss this one! The deliciously decadent cheese is the centerpiece of this board from Fork in the Kitchen, and it’s complemented by soft scrambled eggs, roasted tomatoes and garlicky potatoes. To get the recipe, click here.

photo: Wholefully

Waffle Party

Try this sweet idea from Wholefully for your next party (or just because). The topping options are endless, from berries and jams to chia seeds, nuts and whipped cream. Click here to get the scoop.

photo: Smart Nutrition

Breakfast Banana Split

Banana splits: they’re not just for dessert! This breakfast from Smart Nutrition is sure to put a smile on your kids’ faces. With Greek yogurt, granola and berries on top, it’s a healthy way to start the day. To grab the recipe, click here.

photo: We Are Not Martha

Dessert Hummus Brunch Board

Dessert and hummus in the same sentence? It might sound crazy, but as you’ll learn from We Are Not Martha, it’s surprisingly delicious. This decadent brunch board centers around chocolate hummus with a bunch of dessert-y dippers. To learn more, click here.

—Susie Foresman

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