Breakfast & Brunch
Fellow parents and professional morning multitaskers,
I’m a single dad who knows that getting breakfast on the table can feel like an Olympic event—except with fewer medals and more spilled oat milk. Whether you’re packing lunches, finding shoes, or explaining why pants are non-negotiable, mornings are chaos. That’s why these breakfast and brunch recipes are here to help.
You’ll find quick, wholesome options for busy weekdays, with an emphasis on slower, weekend-worthy favorites when you’ve got time to pretend brunch is a thing that happens in your house.
Most recipes are made with real, whole ingredients and include easy swaps for gluten-free, dairy-free, or “my kid suddenly hates eggs now” situations.
So whether you're feeding little early birds, grumpy teenagers, or just trying to make coffee count as a food group, these breakfast and brunch ideas have you covered. Pajamas encouraged.

Scrumptious Dutch Baby, aka German Pancake
A light, fluffy oven-baked pancake with crispy edges—perfect for brunch and topped with fruit or syrup.
🕓 20 min prep, 60 min on the table
👨🏻🍳 Skill level: 2/5
♨ Crock-Pot & Instant-Pot versions

Challah Stuffed French Toast with Cream Cheese & Raisins
Rich challah slices stuffed with sweet cream cheese and raisins, then griddled to golden, custardy perfection.
🕓 20 min prep, 60 min on the table
👨🏻🍳 Skill level: 2/5
♨ Crock-Pot & Instant-Pot versions

Juicy Homemade Turkey Breakfast Sausage
Easy homemade turkey sausage patties with savory spices—juicy, protein-packed, and freezer-friendly.
🕓 20 min prep, 60 min on the table
👨🏻🍳 Skill level: 2/5
♨ Crock-Pot & Instant-Pot versions

Crispy Grilled Cheese Breakfast Tornados
Crispy, cheesy breakfast wraps filled with eggs and melty goodness—kid-approved and great on the go!
🕓 20 min prep, 60 min on the table
👨🏻🍳 Skill level: 2/5
♨ Crock-Pot & Instant-Pot versions