Do It Yourself Brunch Menu
Brunching with Family
Your Weekends are never going to be the same after reviewing this brunch menu. My philosophies are inspired by the warmth of my family and the accompaniment of amazing food. Most of these dishes are similar to what is served in restaurants, but allows you to replicate them and create your very own tradition. There is no greater joy than bringing your meals to the next level. Am confident everyone is going to be impressed and won’t miss the waiter service.
Although this process might be a bit tedious, and calls for more precision, I promise you that it’s worth the journey. Consequently, nothing more satisfying than cooking over a few drinks, wide grins, great music, and the aroma of a bustling kitchen. Since this it’s an obvious cheat day— let’s get that fact out of our system period. Who needs the gym on the weekends anyway? We have no room for a buzz-kill!
I compiled dishes to create a menu that is both versatile and unique unlike a regular meal. Each dish portrays its own personality and flare—something I was able to relate to with my child hood days. You may decide to attempt creating all the items if you a catering for a large crowd or just pick the ones most suitable to the preferences of your guests.
Finally, gather your most treasured table decor; jazz up your back yard or simply dress up your dining room. Likewise, brunch is intended to help calm your nerves from the previous week and will prepare you for the upcoming ones. Sleep in! Treat your family and friends to your favorite mid-morning meal because it’s the sweetest thing to do. Either way, it’s gonna be a fiesta!
Brunch Menu
Disclaimer: All photographs and recipes are credited to the original authors below each title. Dishes were selected based on their creativity, originality, and character.
Maple-Candied Bacon
Recipe via: Emilie|The Clever Carrot
It turns out that bacon can be used in all forms, with both sweet and savory combinations. The ultimate crowd pleaser— why?— because it tastes good. Because it’s interesting. Because it’s not depressing.
Maple Bacon Scones with Coffee Glaze
Recipe via: Faith Gorsky| An Edible Mosiac
A great balance between sweet and salty, these scones are the perfect addition to your Sunday Brunch table.
Banana Bread French Toast with Caramelized Bananas
Recipe via: Joanna Cismaru| Jo Cooks
Why use regular bread when you can use banana bread? #Yum
Meyer Lemon Ricotta Pancakes with Macerated Strawberry Coulis
Recipe via: Carol| A Cup of Mascarpone
If you’re gonna make hot cakes, these bad boys topped with berries are definitely a crowd pleaser.
Blackberry-Thyme Jam and Whipped Goat Cheese Filled Donuts
Recipe via: Lauren|For the Love of Lasagna
Donut-yuh wish your donuts were hot like these? I adore out-of-the-box flavor profiles, especially when it comes to baking. Goat cheese has such an exceptional marriage with fruit and it’s imperative that you try these.
Garlicky Herb Red Potato Salad
Recipe via: Karina | Cafe Delites
A potato salad slathered in the most delicious herb dressing, a kick of garlic and fresh herbs is a winner at any brunch table.
Greek Yogurt Shrimp Avocado Salad
Recipe via: Olena| I Food Real
The wonderful thing about this recipe is that it’s perfectly delicious. If you’re concerned about shellfish allergies, you can definitely omit the shrimp and add chick peas, roasted corn or even grilled tofu.
Breakfast Egg Muffins 3 Ways
Recipe via: Karina | Cafe Delites
Three delicious ways to your tummy! Spinach tomato and mozzarella, cheddar bacon and mushroom garlic pepper egg muffins.
Loaded Baked Frittata
Recipe Via: Genevieve KO | New York Times
“Sautéed onion, pepper and spinach lace this sturdy frittata that’s as good warm out of the pan as it is cold. Bacon and goat cheese enrich the mix, which can be eaten alone or put in a sandwich ” — Genevieve via New York Times.
Chorizo Cornbread Stuffing
Recipe via: Chungah| Damn Delicious
“An easy, no-fuss, make-ahead crumbly stuffing loaded with so many amazing flavors and a kick of heat that the whole family will go crazy for! Chungah
Smoked Salmon on Potato Rösti
Rösti potatoes are the Swiss version of the classic potato pancake. Most noteworthy is it’s crispy edges and fluff on the inside. It’s the perfect pairing for smoked salmon. Ain’t nobody lookin’ for bagels and cream cheese.
Breakfast Flatbread
Flatbread—the fancy take on pizza—is basically the ultimate finger food. You can’t go wrong by serving one.
Deviled Egg Croissant-wiches
Recipe via: Better Homes and Gardens
During my college days, egg salad was my absolute obsession. We had a ton of artisan breads in our pantry from pastry labs—let me tell you, we throw these into an immediate egg-fest. It’s rich, but decadent and fluffy, seasoned to perfection, and includes bacon! #DoubleYum. My roomie Kadeen and I always fought over the last few dollops in the refrigerator and this sandwich brings back such fond memories.
Buttermilk Fried Chicken And Biscuit Sandwiches with Orange-Rosemary Honey Butter
Recipe via: Lauren|For the Love of Lasagna
First of all, fried chicken on its own? Excellence. Fried chicken and biscuits? Ingenious! Above all, fried chicken on a biscuit dripping with honey butter makes life worth living.
Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Chicken Breast
Recipe Via: Karina| Cafe Delites
An awesome chicken recipe that turns a creamy artichoke dip into a chicken dream!
Dungeness Crab Mac And Cheese
Homemade macaroni and cheese is almost always a good thing. Perhaps this Dungeness crab recipe is the best one of all.
Passion Fruit and Mint Cooler
Recipe via: Todd Porter & Diane Cu| White on Rice Couple
I grew up picking passion fruits from my backyard. My father raised me to embrace the fruit of the land, by incorporating them in multiple juice drinks. It is one of the most refreshing juices you can drink. The acidity level is the perfect contrast when eating high calorie and fat based foods. This drink will certainly help cleanse your palate.
Blood Orange & Pomegranate Champagne Cocktails
Recipe via: Karen Raye|Kitchen Treaty
Forget the boring mimosas. Boooo! Regular oranges are so overrated; and I am “so” over it. Discover something chic; blood oranges. You’re welcome.
Hibiscus, lemongrass, Basil and Honey Sweet Iced Tea
Recipe via: Tieghan Gerarad| Half Baked Harvest
Hibiscus tea has a tart, cranberry-like flavor—the next-best thing for your pantry. If you haven’t discovered it yet, it’s time to bring some into your life. You certainly won’t regret it!
