55 Simple Brunch Ideas

From Sweet Brunch Dumplings to Fruity Chocolate French Toast

— July 31, 2013 — Lifestyle
If you're planning a nice mid-day meal for your friends and family, then these simple brunch ideas will give you some great tips on what types of food to make that will have you satisfied without being too full.

Brunch is one of those peculiar meal periods positioned during a time of day that is after breakfast but not quite considered lunch. The types of meals often served during this period consist of a combination of breakfast-inspired items as well as some petite pastries and even sandwiches and wraps. A great way to keep your stomach satisfied before any big suppertime meal, these simple brunch recipes will surely have you craving this special mealtime every single day.

From gourmet breakfast sandwiches to thin crust pita dishes, these simple brunch ideas will have any foodie craving to make these delectable dishes at home.
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Calorific Chocolate Breakfasts
Calorific Chocolate Breakfasts
This Epic Meal Time Chocolate Breakfast Packs Over 8,000 Calories
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Toasty Campfire Treat Breakfasts
Toasty Campfire Treat Breakfasts
This ‘BS in the Kitchen’ Sandwich is a Fun Twist on F
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Palatable Plantain Breakfasts
Palatable Plantain Breakfasts
The Baked Banana French Toast Dish is for Brunch
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Pumpkin Pie Droplets
Pumpkin Pie Droplets
Enhance Your Selection of Fall Treats by Adding Bite-Sized Goodies
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High End Parisian Lunches
High End Parisian Lunches
The Luxirare 'Monk's Head Brunch' is Delectable and Upscale
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Concealed Spinach Sandwiches
Concealed Spinach Sandwiches
The Greens, Eggs and Ham Biscuits are a Hearty Breakfast Meal
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Classic Bite-Sized Treats
Classic Bite-Sized Treats
These 'Inside Out Caramel Apple Slices' are Adorably Nostalgic
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Baked Pumpkin French Toast
Baked Pumpkin French Toast
This Recipe From Minimalist Baker Yields a Filling Breakfast
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Nutritious Flapjack Stacks
Nutritious Flapjack Stacks
Joy the Baker's Whole Grain Waffles Are Infused with Flax and Sunflower
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Green Garden Delights
Green Garden Delights
This 'Shaved Asparagus Pizza' is a Scrumptious Veggie Delight
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Simply Savoury Brunch Sandwiches
Simply Savoury Brunch Sandwiches
The Waffle BLT Combines Breakfast and Lunch into One Yummy Brunch
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Cookie-Filled Breakfast Recipes
Cookie-Filled Breakfast Recipes
The Doughmesstic Oreo Creation Puts Milk's Favorite Biscuit to Use
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Italian Salad-Inspired Spreads
Italian Salad-Inspired Spreads
This Caprese Dip by Food Gospel According to Ruth is a Cheesy Dip
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Guilt-Free Coconut Crisps
Guilt-Free Coconut Crisps
Dang Chips are a Cholesterol and Gluten Free
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Bulging Breakfast Morsels
Bulging Breakfast Morsels
These French Toast Macarons Sport All Your Morning Meal Favorites
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Fruit-Filled Veggie Sandwiches
Fruit-Filled Veggie Sandwiches
The 'Edible Perspective' Avocado, Strawberry and Goat Cheese Snack
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Deliciously Deceptive Carrot Muffins
Deliciously Deceptive Carrot Muffins
These Tasty Treats are Actually Inside-Out Carrot Cakes
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Deep Fried Tortilla Breakfasts
Deep Fried Tortilla Breakfasts
The 'Mele Cotte' Egg and Avocado Tostada is the Best Morning Meal
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Stacked Antipasti Sandwiches
Stacked Antipasti Sandwiches
The Spinach and Artichoke Grilled Cheese Recipe Includes Appetizers
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Sweet Skillet Sandwiches
Sweet Skillet Sandwiches
The Pound Cake and Brie Grilled Cheese is a Sugary Take on the Classic
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Thin Crust Brunch Dishes
Thin Crust Brunch Dishes
Cupcakes and Cashmere’s ‘Breakfast Pizza’ Recipe
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Egg-Filled Baguettes
Egg-Filled Baguettes
The 'Warm Snug and Fat' Baked Brunch Looks Jaw-Droppingly Delicious
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Asian-Infused Tacos
Asian-Infused Tacos
The Edamame Egg Salad Offers a Twist to the Classic Sandwich
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Healthy Potato Chip Alternatives
Healthy Potato Chip Alternatives
Kale Chips are a Fantastic Low Fat Alternative to Standard Crisps
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Sweet Brunch Dumplings
Sweet Brunch Dumplings
Joy the Baker's 'Gluten-Free Banana Breakfast' Reworks Savory Dishes
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Pumpkin-Packed French Toast
Pumpkin-Packed French Toast
The Laura’s Sweet Spot Breakfast is Brimming with a Fall Favorit
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Fruit-Infused French Toast
Fruit-Infused French Toast
Up the Breakfast Ante with This 'Citrus and Candy' Brioche
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Bite-Sized Pumpkin Pies
Bite-Sized Pumpkin Pies
With This 'My Baking Addiction Creation,' Hunger Will Not Be an Option
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Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Pancakes
Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Pancakes
This 'Recipe Girl' Breakfast Meal Features Spiced Fall Flavors
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Fruity Chocolate French Toast
Fruity Chocolate French Toast
Make Your Valentine This 'Grilled Cheese Social' Item for Breakfast
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Bold Breakfast Hybrids
Bold Breakfast Hybrids
Pecan Pie French Toast is a Sinfully Sweet Early Morning Treat
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Foie Gras French Toast
Foie Gras French Toast
High Life Feasts at the Publican Restaurant in Chicago
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Wasabi Caviar Crepes
Wasabi Caviar Crepes
This 'Lox on Crepes' Recipe Packs an Unusually Spicy Punch
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Crispy Mexican Pastries
Crispy Mexican Pastries
This 'Averie Cooks' Salsa-Stuffed Creation is Mouthwatering
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Gourmet Breakfast Sandwiches
Gourmet Breakfast Sandwiches
The Brie and Blueberry Waffle Grilled Cheese is Perfect for Brunch
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Healthy Veggie Bites
Healthy Veggie Bites
The 'Broccoli & Potato Nuggets' Are Made from Fresh Ingredients
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Bite-Sized Pasta Pastries
Bite-Sized Pasta Pastries
The 'Girl Who Ate Everything' Lasagna Cupcakes Serve Italian Differently
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Bite-Sized Pizza Cakes
Bite-Sized Pizza Cakes
This Daydream Kitchen Entree Combines Comfort Food with Confections
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Veggie-Built Bread
Veggie-Built Bread
This Spinach Carb Creation Will Allow You to Enjoy Sandwiches Guilt-Free
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Meatless Avocado Eggrolls
Meatless Avocado Eggrolls
The I Wash You Dry Appetizer Adds a Little Green to a Take-Out Favorite
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Breakfast-Inspired Crumbles
Breakfast-Inspired Crumbles
The Cupcakes and Cashmere Baked French Toast Recipe is Delectable
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Savory Soup Sandwiches
Savory Soup Sandwiches
The French Onion Grilled Cheese Sandwich Tastes Like the Bistro Classic
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Healthy Tortilla Brunches
Healthy Tortilla Brunches
Joy the Baker's 'Breakfast Nachos' are a Nutritious Morning Meal
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Tantalizing Melon Medleys
Tantalizing Melon Medleys
This Watermelon Salad Recipe Incorporates an Unusual Fruit Base
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Grilled Fruit Sandwiches
Grilled Fruit Sandwiches
The Watermelon Cheese Bites by Brit & Co. is Refreshingly Delightful
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Charred Sunrise Snacks
Charred Sunrise Snacks
The Grilled Breakfast Pizza is an Ideal Combo of Bacon, Eggs and Cheese
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Inside-Out Vegetable Omelets
Inside-Out Vegetable Omelets
'Curvy Carrot' Baked Eggs in Tomato Cups are Healthy and Beautiful
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Heart Attack Cheese Treats
Heart Attack Cheese Treats
Denny's 'Fried Cheese Melt' Mixes Fried Mozzarella & Grilled Cheese
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Healthy Pizza Adaptations
Healthy Pizza Adaptations
Caitlin Levin Gives This Dish a Cheese-Free Makeover
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Bold Brunch-Inspired Confections
Bold Brunch-Inspired Confections
Cupcakes Benedict Places the Classic Egg Dish on Top of a Cake
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Bacon Pretzel Sandwiches
Bacon Pretzel Sandwiches
This 'Noble Pig' Grilled Cheese Has Your Daily Dose of Grease
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Disguised Stacked Lunches
Disguised Stacked Lunches
The Layered Sandwich Cake is Savory Despite its Sweet Profile
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Savory Macaroni Cupcakes
Savory Macaroni Cupcakes
Cupcakes and Cashmere's 'Mac and Cheese Cups' Update Dessert Treats
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Hybrid Beef-Pastry Sandwiches
Hybrid Beef-Pastry Sandwiches
The Double Bacon Waffle Burger is a Breakfast and Dinner Combined
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Bacon Breakfast Cones
Bacon Breakfast Cones
The Bacone is Sure to Start Your Day Off Right
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