Best brunch recipes

Our 40 highest-rated brunch recipes, updated for 2026

3-Ingredient Banana Pancakes

These impossibly simple banana pancakes require nothing but ripe bananas, eggs, and a pinch of bakin...

15 min · 180 cal · 9g protein · American

Classic Fluffy Pancakes

Light and airy pancakes with a golden crust and tender interior that are perfect for a weekend break...

20 min · 280 cal · 8g protein · American

Classic French Toast

Golden and crispy on the outside with a soft custardy center, this French toast is a breakfast stapl...

15 min · 280 cal · 10g protein · French

Fluffy Vegan Banana Oat Pancakes

Light and fluffy vegan pancakes made with ripe banana, oat flour, and flaxseed for binding. These wh...

25 min · 310 cal · 8g protein · American

Protein Pancakes

Fluffy high protein pancakes made with oats and cottage cheese for a nutritious breakfast. These pan...

20 min · 340 cal · 32g protein · American

Japanese Souffle Pancakes

These incredibly tall and jiggly Japanese souffle pancakes are made by folding stiffly beaten mering...

40 min · 310 cal · 11g protein · Japanese

Dubai Chocolate Stuffed French Toast

Thick brioche slices stuffed with pistachio cream and toasted kataifi then dipped in a rich custard ...

30 min · 590 cal · 14g protein · Middle Eastern Fusion

Mac and Cheese Waffles

Crispy golden waffles stuffed with creamy macaroni and cheese for the ultimate comfort food mashup. ...

30 min · 520 cal · 18g protein · American

Cereal Milk French Toast

Thick brioche slices soaked in nostalgic cereal infused milk for a playful twist on classic French t...

30 min · 430 cal · 12g protein · American

#10

Spicy Honey Butter Cornbread Waffles

Fluffy cornbread batter cooked in a waffle iron and topped with spicy honey butter for a sweet and h...

30 min · 480 cal · 9g protein · Southern American

#11

Brown Butter Banana Pancakes

Fluffy banana pancakes made with nutty brown butter for a rich depth of flavor that regular pancakes...

30 min · 390 cal · 10g protein · American

#12

Birria Eggs Benedict

A bold fusion of Mexican birria braised beef and classic eggs benedict topped with rich consomme hol...

210 min · 680 cal · 42g protein · Mexican-American Fusion

#13

Pancake Tacos

Fluffy pancakes folded into taco shells and filled with scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, and maple syru...

30 min · 420 cal · 18g protein · American Fusion

#14

Churro Waffles

Crispy waffles coated in cinnamon sugar with a light and airy interior inspired by classic Spanish c...

30 min · 480 cal · 8g protein · Spanish American Fusion

#15

Red Velvet Chicken and Waffles

Deep red cocoa waffles topped with crispy buttermilk fried chicken and a tangy cream cheese glaze. T...

70 min · 780 cal · 42g protein · Southern American

#16

Savory Breakfast Pancake Tacos with Avocado

Herb infused savory pancakes serve as the shell for a fresh avocado, egg, and salsa filling. These p...

25 min · 370 cal · 16g protein · American Mexican Fusion

#17

Cinnamon Roll Pancake Tacos

Swirled cinnamon sugar pancakes are folded into taco shells and filled with sweetened cream cheese a...

35 min · 510 cal · 10g protein · American

#18

Honey Butter Cornbread Waffles

Fluffy cornbread batter cooked in a waffle iron for a crispy edged sweet and savory breakfast treat....

25 min · 420 cal · 9g protein · Southern American

#19

Cornbread Waffles

Golden crispy cornbread baked in a waffle iron for the perfect sweet and savory bite. Great for brun...

30 min · 310 cal · 8g protein · Southern American

#20

Scallion Pancakes

Scallion Pancakes are a beloved Chinese street food made from a flaky layered unleavened dough gener...

80 min · 310 cal · 6g protein · Chinese

#21

Crispy Polish Potato Pancakes Placki

Placki ziemniaczane are irresistibly crispy pan-fried potato pancakes that are golden on the outside...

35 min · 290 cal · 7g protein · Polish

#22

Hotteok Korean Sweet Pancakes

Hotteok are fluffy Korean street food pancakes filled with a warm cinnamon brown sugar and walnut mi...

85 min · 260 cal · 5g protein · Korean

#23

Pajeon Korean Scallion Pancakes

Pajeon are crispy savory Korean pancakes loaded with fresh green onions and often mixed with seafood...

25 min · 310 cal · 12g protein · Korean

#24

Irish Boxty Potato Pancakes

These traditional Irish potato pancakes combine both raw grated potato and leftover mashed potato to...

40 min · 290 cal · 6g protein · Irish

#25

Protein Pancakes with Ricotta and Eggs

These thick and fluffy protein pancakes use whole eggs and ricotta cheese as their base instead of r...

19 min · 380 cal · 28g protein · American

#26

Greek Yogurt Egg White Pancakes

These fluffy egg white and Greek yogurt pancakes deliver an impressive protein punch without the hea...

20 min · 310 cal · 28g protein · American

#27

Greek Yogurt Protein French Toast

This upgraded French toast uses a Greek yogurt and egg custard batter to create slices that are cris...

15 min · 360 cal · 26g protein · American

#28

Almond Flour Pancakes with Butter

Fluffy golden pancakes made with almond flour deliver a classic breakfast experience without spiking...

20 min · 390 cal · 16g protein · American

#29

Almond Flour Banana Pancakes

These fluffy golden pancakes are made with almond flour and ripe bananas for a naturally sweet grain...

25 min · 340 cal · 12g protein · American

#30

Oat and Banana Pancakes

These fluffy pancakes are made with just oats and ripe banana as the base, making them naturally low...

15 min · 280 cal · 9g protein · American

#31

Almond Flour Pancakes with Berries

These fluffy golden pancakes are made with almond flour instead of traditional white flour, resultin...

24 min · 360 cal · 18g protein · American

#32

Banana Oat Pancakes

These fluffy whole grain pancakes are made from just bananas and oats with no eggs, no dairy, and no...

20 min · 290 cal · 8g protein · American

#33

Cast Iron Skillet Banana Foster Pancake

A giant, puffed German-style pancake is baked in a cast iron skillet and topped with a rich carameli...

30 min · 410 cal · 10g protein · American

#34

American Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes

Classic American buttermilk pancakes are thick, cloud-like, and golden with a tender crumb achieved ...

30 min · 390 cal · 10g protein · American

#35

Smoked Salmon Eggs Benedict

This elegant brunch classic features poached eggs and silky smoked salmon layered on toasted English...

35 min · 520 cal · 28g protein · American

#36

Fluffy Ricotta Pancakes with Berry Compote

These cloud-like ricotta pancakes are incredibly tender and rich thanks to the addition of creamy ri...

30 min · 410 cal · 14g protein · American

#37

Banana Foster French Toast

This indulgent brunch dish takes thick brioche French toast to the next level by topping it with a w...

30 min · 590 cal · 14g protein · American Southern

#38

Lemon Blueberry Buttermilk Waffles

These crispy on the outside yet fluffy on the inside buttermilk waffles are bursting with fresh blue...

30 min · 445 cal · 11g protein · American

#39

Strawberry and Cream Cheese Waffle Sandwich

Frozen waffles are toasted until golden and crispy then spread with sweetened cream cheese and layer...

10 min · 330 cal · 8g protein · American

#40

Cinnamon French Toast Sticks

These golden cinnamon French toast sticks are perfectly sized for dipping and are an absolute hit wi...

13 min · 230 cal · 8g protein · American