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32 Best Valentine's Day Breakfast Ideas for a Romantic Start to Your Day

You'll fall in love with these sweet and savory brunch recipes!

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Emily Kate Roemer

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When you think of Valentine's Day, you probably think of sugary treats and maybe a romantic dinner. But if you ask us, the celebration of love should start way earlier, with a special Valentine's Day breakfast. It's an unexpected way to show your partner, family, or friends how much you love them. You can opt for sugar-topped pastries, classic breakfast dishes with a heart-shaped twist, or something savory — whatever your heart desires!

These Valentine's Day breakfast dishes are ideal if you're hosting a Galentine's Day brunch potluck. Just saying breakfast tacos pair perfectly with mimosas! If you're into something a little more nutritious, we've also included healthy breakfast ideas that won't have you crashing by 11 am. We've also highlighted quick breakfast recipes that still feel thoughtful because no one wants to wake up a full hour earlier than they have to.

Keep reading to find inspiration for your Valentine's Day breakfast.

1

Cinnamon-Cardamom Twists

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Mike Garten

Start Valentine's Day on a sweet note with these cinnamon-laden pastries topped with a sugary glaze. They're made with homemade pizza dough, though you can swap in store-bought dough to make things easier.

Get the Cinnamon-Cardamom Twists recipe.

2

Chocolate-Zucchini Bran Muffins

valentines day breakfasts chocolate zucchini bran muffins
Mike Garten

Chocolate for breakfast? Yes, please! These muffins are actually more nutritious than you might expect, thanks to the wheat bran and full cup of grated zucchini in the recipe.

Get the Chocolate-Zucchini Bran Muffins recipe.

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3

Lemon-Almond Poppy Seed Muffins

lemon poppy seed muffins with icing drizzle
Mike Garten

These lovely, light muffins make an excellent addition to a V-Day breakfast spread, though they’re also a perfect morning nosh on their own with coffee.

Get the Lemon-Almond Poppy Seed Muffins recipe.

4

Tomato and Scallion Cream Cheese Bagel Bake

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Mike Garten

This savory, everything-spiced bread pudding-like bake is everything your Valentine ever wanted — they probably just don’t know it yet.

Get the Tomato and Scallion Cream Cheese Bagel Bake recipe

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5

Classic Jelly Donuts

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Mike Garten

You’ll have to get up early to prep the dough for this recipe, but the payoff is a stack of plush, warm powdered sugar-topped donuts for your partner or family to wake up to.

Get the Classic Jelly Donuts recipe.

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6

Breakfast Tacos

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Danielle Daly

If you're hosting Galentine's Day brunch, these breakfast tacos should definitely be on the menu. They're delicious, colorful, and can easily feed a crowd.

Get the Breakfast Tacos recipe.

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7

Dutch Baby

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Mike Garten

This extra-large skillet pancake topped with fruit and powdered sugar is the perfect way to say "I love you" this Valentine's Day.

Get the Dutch Baby recipe.

8

Heart-Shaped Pancakes

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Good Housekeeping

All you need for these thoughtful pancakes is a heart-shaped cookie cutter. They're sure to make anyone feel loved, especially if they're served up as part of breakfast in bed.

Shop Heart-Shaped Cookie Cutter

Get the Pancake Batter recipe.

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9

Breakfast Shortcakes

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Mike Garten

Serve these sweet shortcakes with berries for a simple breakfast with a little extra class.

Get the Breakfast Shortcakes recipe.

10

Migas

egg migas dish with salsa on top
Mike Garten

For your spiciest Valentine, these scrambled eggs are loaded with fresh salsa and pepper Jack cheese.

Get the Migas recipe.

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11

Potato Chip Omelet

potato chip omelet with arugula on the side
Mike Garten

Because nothing is more romantic than eating potato chips together first thing in the morning

Get the Potato Chip Omelet recipe.

12

Blueberry Muffins

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Mike Garten

These light and airy muffins have a crackly top and pockets of sweet, juicy berries inside. Perfect to add to your V-Day breakfast spread.

Get the Blueberry Muffins recipe.

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13

Raspberry Oat Scones

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DANIELLE OCCHIOGROSSO

Skip the oatmeal and opt for these fruity scones that have oats blended into the batter and sprinkled on top. You'll also want to have candied ginger, buttermilk, and raspberries on hand to bring this recipe to life.

Get the Raspberry Oat Scones recipe.

14

Breakfast Bagel Bake

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Danielle Occhiogrosso

Your first love will always be bagels. Why not whip up this make-ahead meal on the holiday that's all about romance?

Get the Breakfast Bagel Bake recipe.

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15

Pecan Sticky Buns

pecan sticky buns on a wire rack
Mike Garten

Made with store-bought puff pastry, you don't need any fancy baking skills to make these sticky sweets!

Get the Pecan Sticky Buns recipe.

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16

Raisin-Walnut Coffee Cake

raisin walnut coffee cake
Mike Garten

Wow your Valentine with this towering walnut, brown sugar and cinnamon bake.

Get the Raisin-Walnut Coffee Cake recipe.

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17

Love Toast

egg toast with a cut out heart in the middle
Emily Kate Roemer

How adorable is this? The simple recipe with a celebratory twist is sure to put a smile on your Valentine's face.

Get the Love Toast recipe.

18

Basil Arugula Crispy Egg Toast

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Mike Garten

You don't have to go to a fancy brunch place on V-Day. DIY it instead with these easy basil, arugula, goat cheese and egg toasts.

Get the Basil Arugula Crispy Egg Toast recipe.

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19

PB Chocolate Sheet Pan Pancake

pb chocolate sheet pan pancake with whipped cream and syrup on top
Mike Garten

Feeding a family of Valentines this year? Instead of individual pancakes, make one giant, fuss-free pancake meant for sharing.

Get the PB Chocolate Sheet Pan Pancake recipe.

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20

French Toast

french toast with maple syrup, berries, and whipped cream on top
Mike Garten

This classic recipe comes together in less than 30 minutes. Top it with berries, syrup, yogurt, powdered sugar, or anything else your sweetheart enjoys.

Get the French Toast recipe.

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