Food

21 Sweet Breakfasts for Better Mornings

No need to be stealthy with these sticky buns and mocha waffles

By SAVEUR Editors

August 3, 2016

Rhubarb and Angelica Jam — Angelica, the herb used as a main flavoring component of Chartreuse, adds a distinct anise aroma and flavor to this sweet-and-tart rhubarb jam which you can spread on anything for breakfast. Get the recipe for Rhubarb and Angelica Jam »Christina Holmes

Brown Butter Skillet Cake with Berry Compote (Kaiserschmarrn) — Essentially torn pieces of pancake topped with oozing lingonberry or cranberry sauce, this dessert-for-breakfast is a cinch, even for the baking-challenged. Get the recipe for Brown Butter Skillet Cake with Berry Compote (Kaiserschmarrn) »Tom Parker

Goat Cheese and Strawberry Breakfast Tarts — A childhood breakfast treat gets an upgrade with strawberry jam and tangy goat cheese. Get the recipe for Goat Cheese and Strawberry Breakfast Tarts »Yossy Arefi

Sage and Coconut Caramel Sticky Buns — These sticky buns are topped with a caramel sauce made with coconut milk, ale, coffee, and barley malt syrup—the bitterness of the sauce balances the sweet buns. Get the recipe for Sage and Coconut Caramel Sticky Buns »SAVEUR

Chocolate-Hazelnuts and Banana Crêpes — Master pastry chef Jacques Torres likes to fill basic crêpes with this combination of bananas and homemade Nutella. Get the recipe for Chocolate-Hazelnuts and Banana Crêpes »Matt Taylor-Gross

Banana Fritters with Cinnamon-Sugar and Rum — Use very ripe organic bananas for these silver-dollar-size fritters, as they will mash the best and create a smooth, sweet batter. Get the recipe for Banana Fritters with Cinnamon-Sugar and Rum »Matt Taylor-Gross

French Toast — This simple yet elegant French toast, which comes from Brennan's in New Orleans, has a rich crème brûlée base. All it needs is a sprinkling of powdered sugar on top. Get the recipe for French Toast »Matt Taylor-Gross

Espresso Waffles with Mocha Drizzle — Almond flour and espresso powder give bittersweet edge to these waffles and an extra morning kick. They are glossed with a decadent sauce of condensed milk, coffee, and dark chocolate. Get the recipe for Espresso Waffles with Mocha Drizzle »Farideh Sadeghin

Strawberry-Buttermilk Fōnuts — Donuts are a great way to use that extra batch of slightly overripe strawberries. Get the recipe for Strawberry-Buttermilk Fōnuts »Todd Coleman

French Crullers — Named for their twisted shape, these donuts get their airy texture from choux pastry. Get the recipe for French Crullers »Todd Coleman

gulab jamun — Khoya, a rich curd made by reducing milk for several hours, forms the base for these syrup-soaked confections. Get the recipe for Gulab Jamun (Cardamom Syrup-Soaked Donuts) »Todd Coleman

Crepes with Maple Sugar and Syrup — Layered and rolled with sweet amber sugar and syrup, these make an indulgent breakfast or dessert. Get the recipe for Crêpes with Maple Sugar and Syrup »Matt Taylor-Gross

Raspberry Pinwheels — These sugar-crusted, jam-filled pastries are a morning treat at Twofish Baking Company in Sea Ranch, California. Get the recipe for Raspberry Pinwheels »André Baranowski

Crumpets — A delectable British treat, these springy pancakes are molded in a shallow ring on the griddle and pan-fried until golden. They get their distinctive nooks and crannies—ideal for a slick of jam and butter—from a yeast-based batter boosted with baking soda. Get the recipe for Crumpets »Andre Baranowski

Blueberry Quinoa Pancakes with Lemon Crema, Breakfast — Granola and quinoa lend a sneaky earthy-crunchy vibe to these substantial, fluffy pancakes from Dennis Bernard, chef de cuisine of Chicago's Dove's Luncheonette. Get the recipe for Blueberry Quinoa Pancakes with Lemon Crema »Joseph De Leo

Strawberry Rhubarb Hand Pies — For these portable fruit pies, Georgia-based chef-restaurateur Hugh Acheson uses rice wine vinegar to make the flavors pop. Get the recipe for Strawberry Rhubarb Hand Pies »Christina Holmes

Monkey Bread — Tear-apart knobs of rich dough with a not-too-sweet glaze. Get the recipe for Monkey Bread »Yossy Arefi

Crazy Day Crêpes — Crêpes stuffed with fromage blanc and maple syrup are topped with stewed blueberries, strawberries, and peaches. Get the recipe for Crazy Day Crêpes »Corey Hendrickson

Strawberry Bread — A very berry bread to start off your mornings. Get the recipe for Strawberry Bread »Yossy Arefi

Cornflake-Crusted Brioche French Toast — The recipe for this crunchy french toast is based on the one used at the Lafayette restaurant in the Hay-Adams hotel in Washington, D.C. Get the recipe for Cornflake-Crusted Brioche French Toast »Penny De Los Santos

Blueberry Donuts — Fresh blueberries bolstered by jam make these donuts especially flavorful. Get the recipe for Blueberry Donuts »Todd Coleman

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