Overview
With all the houseguests and festive brunches this time of year, you want to serve mouthwatering breakfast spreads that set everyone up for the rest of the day. It doesn't have to mean early-morning hours in the kitchen for you, however. We're here to help with easy, impressive meal ideas and drinks to keep your guests happy and yourself sane over the season.
Bread Pudding
Leftover bread from last night's dinner? Make this classic budget-friendly breakfast dressed up with chocolate chips and plenty of cream and sugar. Use dense bread like brioche or challah for an even richer dish. - in association with Rachael Ray
Apple Cider Doughnuts
Pretty much nothing on earth is better than a hot-out-of-the-frying-pan doughnut. Pastry chef Heather Bertinetti walks you through the basics of these golden-brown, sugar-encrusted treats. - in association with Rachael Ray
Related: Watch Apple Cider Donuts in HD
Pumpkin Chai Spice Smoothie
Squash in a smoothie? Yes ma'am. Locavore chef Louisa Shafia shares one of her favorite fall breakfasts. You're just a few pantry ingredients and a whirl in the blender away from a healthy, tasty drink. - in association with Rachael Ray
Cuban Coffee
Wake up with a bang with Daisy Martinez's classic Cuban cafecito -- it's strong, sugary and a perfect way to perk up a chilly morning. - in association with Rachael Ray
Related: Watch Classic Cuban Cafecito in HD
Churros
Complement your morning cuppa with Daisy's homemade churros. These easy Latin American treats are fried to lighter-than-air perfection and then rolled in cinnamon and sugar. - in association with Rachael Ray
Related: Watch Crispy Homemade Churros in HD
Mimosas
One of our favorite parts of the holidays is that every day is a festive occasion -- and festive occasions call for mid-morning mimosas. Ease into the day (or rectify the evils of the night before) with a classic OJ-and-bubbly concoction, or experiment with Joe Campanale's variation made with fresh-squeezed grapefruit juice. - in association with Rachael Ray
Related: Watch Variations on the Mimosa in HD
Bacon and Eggs Reimagined
Looking for the ultimate in breakfast indulgence? Meet the "Bev Egg," a recipe Josh Ozersky inherited from pig farmer Bev Eggleston. Fair warning: The Bev Egg involves basting the eggs with bacon grease, and is not for the faint of heart. - in association with Rachael Ray
Three-Minute Hash Browns
Squash Bread
Pumpkin or squash bread is called "quick bread" for a reason -- it's super-easy to make and a satisfying addition to any breakfast spread or coffee break later in the day. - in association with Rachael Ray
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