46 Fall Breakfast Ideas for a Cozy Morning

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46 Fall Breakfast Ideas for a Cozy Morning1/46 Apple-Honey Dutch Baby 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Apple-Honey Dutch Baby Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love to make this treat on Sunday morning. It’s so impressive when it’s served warm right out of the oven … and the apple honey filling is yummy! —Kathy Fleming, Lisle, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 429 calories, 14g fat (7g saturated fat), 166mg cholesterol, 146mg sodium, 72g carbohydrate (50g sugars, 3g fiber), 9g protein. 2/46 Pumpkin Pancakes with Cinnamon-Apple

Grab a spoon and top each stack with buttery, cinnamon-spiced apples

Topping 7 Reviews Pumpkin Pancakes with Cinnamon-Apple Topping Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 8 pancakes (1 cup topping) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When these pumpkin pancakes are on the griddle, people flock to the kitchen. Grab a spoon and top each stack with buttery, cinnamon-spiced apples. —Kami Button, Cheektowaga, New York Nutrition Facts: 2 pancakes with 1/4 cup topping: 459 calories, 24g fat (5g saturated fat), 106mg cholesterol, 537mg sodium, 54g carbohydrate (25g sugars, 3g fiber), 11g protein. 3/46 Sweet Potato and Egg Skillet 6 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Sweet Potato

Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1-1/2 fat, 1 medium-fat meat

and Egg Skillet Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I try to incorporate nutritious sweet potatoes in meals as often as possible, especially with breakfast. I came up with this recipe to feed my family a healthy, hearty breakfast—and it worked! —Jeanne Larson, Rancho Santa Margarita, California Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 224 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 201mg cholesterol, 433mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 3g fiber), 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1-1/2 fat, 1 medium-fat meat. 4/46 Sausage and Eggs over Cheddar-Parmesan Grits

They are easy to put together and will satisfy a hungry crew

2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Sausage and Eggs over Cheddar-Parmesan Grits Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These creamy grits topped with Italian sausage, peppers, onions and a fried egg are total comfort food and perfect for brunch or dinner. They are easy to put together and will satisfy a hungry crew. —Debbie Glasscock, Conway, Arkansas Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 538 calories, 32g fat (12g saturated fat), 253mg cholesterol, 972mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 26g protein. 5/46 Pumpkin French Toast Casserole

I make this luscious dish the night before breakfast or brunch with guests

13 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Pumpkin French Toast Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 25 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Recipes that don’t tie me to the kitchen—that’s what I’m all about. I make this luscious dish the night before breakfast or brunch with guests. —Patricia Harmon, Baden, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 302 calories, 13g fat (6g saturated fat), 148mg cholesterol, 342mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 4g fiber), 13g protein. 6/46 Sweet Potato Pancakes with Cinnamon Cream 6 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Sweet

Potato Pancakes with Cinnamon Cream Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Topped with a rich cinnamon cream, these pancakes are an ideal dish for celebrating the tastes and aromas of fall. —Tammy Rex, New Tripoli, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 2 pancakes with 2 tablespoons topping: 325 calories, 21g fat (7g saturated fat), 114mg cholesterol, 203mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein. 7/46 German Apple Pancake 24 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved German Apple Pancake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings

If you don’t leave out the flour as I did, it’ll turn out terrific!

6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: If you’re looking for a pretty dish to make when having guests for brunch, try this. Everyone I’ve served it to has enjoyed it—except for one time, that is, when my husband tried to make it following my recipe, which I’d written down incorrectly! If you don’t leave out the flour as I did, it’ll turn out terrific! —Judi Van Beek, Lynden, Washington Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 192 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 107mg cholesterol, 273mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein. 8/46 Sauteed Apples 7 Reviews

Test Kitchen Approved Sauteed Apples Recipe photo by Christine Ma for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Here’s a sweet side dish my family loves. You can use it to top pancakes or French toast, but it’s wonderful with pork or chicken too. —Shirley Heston, Pickerington, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 2/3 cup: 185 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 61mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 2g fiber), 0 protein. 9/46 Apple Pie Steel-Cut Oatmeal 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Apple Pie Steel-Cut Oatmeal Recipe photo by Taste of

The steel-cut oats have so much flavor and texture

Home Total Time 6 hours 10 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I absolutely love this slow-cooked oatmeal. The steel-cut oats have so much flavor and texture. My family sprinkles toasted pecans on top whenever possible. —Angela Lively, Conroe, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups: 171 calories, 2g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 39mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein. 10/46 Apple Pie Ricotta Waffles 2 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Apple Pie Ricotta Waffles Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe

The result was these fluffy, tender waffles with just a hint of sweetness

From the Recipe Creator: I had apples and ricotta cheese to use up, so instead of making a pie I decided to do something different. The result was these fluffy, tender waffles with just a hint of sweetness. —Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 waffle: 633 calories, 31g fat (8g saturated fat), 96mg cholesterol, 709mg sodium, 70g carbohydrate (31g sugars, 4g fiber), 18g protein. 11/46 Pumpkin Pie-Spiced Granola 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Pumpkin Pie-Spiced Granola Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 4 cups Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband says

this granola with pumpkin and spices tastes like a bite of real pumpkin pie, and it’s a whole lot quicker to make. —Sarah Ozimek, Oconomowoc, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 395 calories, 17g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 265mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 6g fiber), 10g protein. 12/46 Cheddar-Butternut Squash Clafoutis 7 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Cheddar-Butternut Squash Clafoutis Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 10 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I came up with this savory version of the classic French dessert clafoutis and shared

it for dinner with a salad

it for dinner with a salad. My friends loved it, but in the end I could have eaten the whole pan myself while dreaming of being in Paris with every scrumptious bite. —Joseph A. Sciascia, San Mateo, California Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 357 calories, 22g fat (11g saturated fat), 176mg cholesterol, 586mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein. 13/46 Pumpkin Pancakes 29 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Fluffy Pumpkin Pancakes Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These pumpkin pancakes are also delicious served with

butter or whipped topping and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice

butter or whipped topping and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice. Freeze any extras in a single layer on a cookie sheet, then store in a freezer bag. They’re great fresh out of the toaster! —Mindy Bauknecht, Two Rivers, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 3 pancakes: 361 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 96mg cholesterol, 600mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 4g fiber), 12g protein. 14/46 Pumpkin-Pecan Baked Oatmeal 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Pumpkin-Pecan Baked Oatmeal Recipe photo by Emily Davis for Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Here’s a

yummy wintertime treat

yummy wintertime treat. My husband rarely eats in the morning, but when I make my baked oatmeal, he digs right in. —Alex Muehl, Austin, Texas Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup (calculated without additional ingredients): 478 calories, 19g fat (8g saturated fat), 92mg cholesterol, 335mg sodium, 71g carbohydrate (39g sugars, 7g fiber), 10g protein. 15/46 Banana-Nut Waffle Cake Test Kitchen Approved Banana-Nut Waffle Cake Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I wanted to use waffles in a creative way and came up with an idea of making a

cake out of them

cake out of them. Not only did it take much less time than making an ordinary cake, it came out just as delicious as a traditional cake. Waffles can be made ahead, wrapped and stored in the fridge until ready to assemble this cake. —Kristina S., Yonkers, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 waffle: 535 calories, 31g fat (11g saturated fat), 104mg cholesterol, 509mg sodium, 60g carbohydrate (36g sugars, 4g fiber), 9g protein. 16/46 Slow-Cooker Breakfast Burritos 7 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Slow-Cooker Breakfast Burritos Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 4 hours 10 min Servings 12

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