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Breakfast and Brunch

Breakfast and Brunch

Start your day off right with a delicious breakfast. CDK has recipes for breakfast on the go, family style pancake breakfasts, or brunch with friends. Everything from kid-friendly breakfast pizza to elegant crepes.



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recipe for baker's breakfast cookie

Baker's Breakfast Cookie

Made with all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, canola oil, prune puree, water, egg whites, vanilla extract

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for blueberry pancake muffins

Blueberry Pancake Muffins

Can't decide between pancakes or muffins for breakfast? No problem! These tender muffins taste like blueberry pancakes.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for classic crepes

Classic Crepes

Classic crepes made with an easy blender-mixed batter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for apple breakfast bars

Apple Breakfast Bars

There is no added sugar, fat, or unnecessary preservatives in this wholesome recipe. It's a healthy and delicious way to start the day.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for eggs in purgatory

Eggs In Purgatory

These eggs may be in purgatory, but you'll be in heaven! Also known as shakshuka, this underappreciated dish is best served with good bread to mop up all the tomatoey, eggy goodness.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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recipe for banana orange smoothie

Banana Orange Smoothie

Creamy yogurt is blended with tangy orange juice and sweet bananas for a delicious smoothie.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for bacon egg and cheese sandwich

Bacon Egg And Cheese Sandwich

There may be no breakfast sandwich better than the bacon, egg and cheese, but this one takes it to a whole new level with caramelized onions and feta cheese.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for egg foo yung

Egg Foo Yung

Egg foo yung is very popular egg-based dish in Chinese-American cuisine. It can be served as a main dish or as a side dish. It is often served with rice and soy sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for vanilla rum soaked french toast

Vanilla Rum Soaked French Toast

French toast, with a not-so-French addition. Adding rum and vanilla to the whisked egg mixture gives the toast a delicious extra layer of flavor.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for late night bacon (or how to cook bacon in the microwave)

Late Night Bacon (or How To Cook Bacon In The Microwave)

Microwave bacon is surprisingly good when done right, and it's easy enough to make even in your laziest nocturnal state.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for beer pancakes

Beer Pancakes

Pancakes are just the excuse you need to have beer for breakfast. A bit of brew make these flapjacks fluffy and flavorful. Try different beers - maybe a vanilla porter or spiced holiday...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for blueberry buttermilk muffins

Blueberry Buttermilk Muffins

Made with blueberries, buttermilk, butter or margarine, eggs, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for apple pecan skillet pancakes

Apple Pecan Skillet Pancakes

These loaded apple and pecan cinnamon pancakes are what dreams are made of. Well, if your dreams are breakfast related (and after a couple of these flapjacks, they probably...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pancake mix in a bag

Pancake Mix in a Bag

With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of dry pancake mix that can be stored for weeks and used whenever you crave fluffy and delicious pancakes.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for light and easy crepes suzette

Light And Easy Crepes Suzette

These easy crepes suzette are lower in fat and calories than the traditional version. They are made with low fat milk and egg substitute and topped with a sweet orange...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for all-star muffins with tons of variations

All-Star Muffins With Tons of Variations

Step aside, boring breakfast - these all-star muffins are here to bring excitement back to your mornings with a potentially endless number of variations.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for country sausage and potato skillet hash

Country Sausage And Potato Skillet Hash

This sausage and potato hash recipe makes a hearty lunch or dinner. You can substitute frozen potatoes and canned diced tomatoes if desired.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for cheese and tomato quiche

Cheese And Tomato Quiche

Classy looking quiche for the next brunch at your place. Pie crust filled with a creamy mixture of egg, parmesan, and swiss and topped with tomatoes will have you going back...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for carrot cake waffles

Carrot Cake Waffles

The secret ingredient in these waffles is a package of carrot cake mix! Prepare them in your waffle maker as directed and top with sauteed apples.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pound cake waffles

Pound Cake Waffles

Waffles were already borderline dessert, so this recipe just decided to kick them over the edge. A zing of citrus zest gives these waffles a pound cake like flavor.

Method:   waffle maker
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for raspberry sour cream muffins

Raspberry Sour Cream Muffins

Made with unsalted butter, sugar, eggs, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, vanilla extract, sour cream

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for copycat raspberry julius smoothie

Copycat Raspberry Julius Smoothie

Raspberry Julius Smoothie is a delicious drink that's perfect for summer. This copycat recipe tastes just like the popular restaurant chain's version, but it's much...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for peach cobbler waffles

Peach Cobbler Waffles

Fire up that waffle maker because you'll want to try this recipe! Homemade cinnamon and sugar waffles are topped with hot peaches and whipped cream.

Method:   oven, stovetop, waffle maker
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for broccoli omelet

Broccoli Omelet

Get your dose of veggies along with protein for breakfast. Sauteed broccoli mixed with eggs and cottage cheese and oven-baked for a tasty new take on omelets.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for canadian bacon frittata

Canadian Bacon Frittata

Cooked Canadian bacon is mixed with eggs and Parmesan cheese in a skillet and put under the broiler until perfectly done.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for basic poached eggs

Basic Poached Eggs

There's nothing like a perfectly poached egg. The yolk is rich and creamy, while the whites are cooked just enough to hold their shape. Poached eggs are simple to make.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for overnight irish oatmeal

Overnight Irish Oatmeal

If you're not on the overnight oats train yet, hop aboard. Wake up to a healthy, near-ready breakfast and you'll see why these oats are so popular.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for oven-baked onion and cheese frittata

Oven-Baked Onion And Cheese Frittata

This breakfast dish changes things up a bit by baking the frittata casserole-style.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for green eggs and ham

Green Eggs and Ham

Made with non stick cooking spray, green food coloring, water, sliced ham, eggs

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for american style flapjacks or pancakes

American Style Flapjacks or Pancakes

Not to be confused with the British-style flapjacks, these tender breakfast (pan)cakes are all-American.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for honey and banana bran muffins

Honey and Banana Bran Muffins

With bananas for flavor and texture and a hint of cinnamon and honey these bran muffins are anything but boring!

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for bahama breeze smoothie

Bahama Breeze Smoothie

Combining the flavors of pineapple, strawberry, banana, and coconut cream, this icy beverage will make you feel like you're lounging on a sun-soaked beach.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for strawberry mint muffins

Strawberry Mint Muffins

Made with fresh strawberries and mint, these muffins are moist and flavorful. The addition of mint makes them refreshing and unique.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for basic waffles

Basic Waffles

Are you guilty of having a waffle maker that sits on a forgotten shelf? Show it a little love, and show yourself some too. These easy waffles come together before you know it, and all...

Method:   waffle maker
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker breakfast burritos

Slow Cooker Breakfast Burritos

Slow-cooked tomato, onion, and ham mixed with Monterey jack and cheddar is a marvelous mix for early morning tortillas.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for nutritious breakfast energy drink

Nutritious Breakfast Energy Drink

A homemade breakfast energy drink is a great way to start your day. Oatmeal adds fiber and protein to this nutritious beverage.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for low-fat scrambled eggs and ham

Low-Fat Scrambled Eggs and Ham

Scrambled eggs and ham doesn't have to be loaded up with fat and calories. Using egg whites, lean ham, and whole wheat toast turns a traditionally heavy breakfast into a...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for baked mashed potato omelet

Baked Mashed Potato Omelet

This oven-baked omelet is made with minced bell peppers, onion, mushrooms, eggs, mashed potatoes and Parmesan cheese.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for perfect scrambled eggs

Perfect Scrambled Eggs

Once you make the perfect scrambled eggs you won't look back. This go-to recipe is as quick and simple as it is good.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for oven-perfect creamy scrambled eggs

Oven-Perfect Creamy Scrambled Eggs

If you've ever stood over a frying pan making batches of scrambled eggs for a crowd, this recipe is for you. They're perfect on their own or for breakfast burritos.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for bob evans' maple sausage breakfast burritos

Bob Evans' Maple Sausage Breakfast Burritos

Bob Evans' Maple Sausage Breakfast Burritos are a hearty take on the traditional breakfast burrito.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for chocolate sour cream muffins

Chocolate Sour Cream Muffins

A balanced diet is chocolate in both hands! Indulge in a double chocolate breakfast without any guilt.

Method:   microwave, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for eggs benedict pizza

Eggs Benedict Pizza

Classic eggs Benedict served pizza-style. Pizza dough is topped with Hollandaise sauce, Canadian bacon, cheese, and beaten eggs then baked until golden brown.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for egg and spam breakfast sandwiches

Egg And Spam Breakfast Sandwiches

This quick and easy breakfast sandwich is made with Spam, eggs, and American cheese all piled on a soft, fresh bagel.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for tomato cheese frittata

Tomato Cheese Frittata

The secret to this frittata is the fresh, diced tomatoes.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chicken-fried bacon

Chicken-Fried Bacon

It's not just bacon, it's chicken-fried bacon! Serve with a dipping sauce like ketchup, gravy, or ranch dressing.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cinnamon muffins

Cinnamon Muffins

Made with sugar, vanilla extract, eggs, flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, sour cream, milk, walnuts

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for low sugar blueberry muffins

Low Sugar Blueberry Muffins

Bursting with blueberries, this low sugar muffin carries a hint of lemon flavor from the lemon yogurt in the batter.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for basic pancake batter

Basic Pancake Batter

Pancakes are always a breakfast favorite. Try them with fruit syrups, bacon or sausage crumbled into the batter, or with chocolate chips added in.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pepperoni omelet

Pepperoni Omelet

It's like having pizza for breakfast! This omelet is loaded up with pepperoni, mozzarella, and tomato.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes





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