Ah, February 14: a day of hearts, romance and valentines that makes a great excuse to wear red, pink and white. Make your Valentine’s Day a special one with breakfast for two. Check out our recipe roundup for some ideas. Bring on the romantic vibes this year!
Lemon juice, water and sugar are all that is needed to make this vibrant drink. Serve in mason jars with a reusable straw or in wine glasses. Great for nondrinkers!
Recipe 2: Heart Pancakes
Form the batter into hearts for a perfect breakfast to serve your loved ones. Top with maple syrup, strawberries and butter. For a standout presentation, stack the hearts into a pile and line the plate with rose petals or additional berries.
Recipe 3: Crispy Oven-Baked Bacon
Save time and have less mess to clean when you make bacon in the oven instead of the stove. Eat it up when it is piping hot for best results.
Breakfast Two
Recipe 1: The Best Mimosas
This go-to brunch drink is made even better with the inclusion of sparking white wine. Add orange juice and orange peel for garnish, pour an ample amount into champagne flutes and drink up to a stellar romantic day ahead. Cheers!
Recipe 2: Quick and Easy French Toast
Egg, cinnamon, milk, bread and vanilla transform into the wonder that is French toast. Top with cinnamon sugar and or nuts. Pecans and almonds work well.
Recipe 3: Fruit Salad
There is nothing like waking up to a vibrant bowl of fruit. Honey, orange juice and the fruit of your choice.
Breakfast Three
Recipe 1: Vanilla Protein Shake
Get in some morning protein with this banana and vanilla-packed shake. Sub the honey for peanut butter to get even more protein in first thing.
Recipe 2: Nutella French Toast
For an extra sweet treat, cut into this ooey, gooey chocolate hazelnut delight. Powdered sugar, raspberries or strawberries and maple syrup make it extra special.
Recipe 3: Perfectly Crispy Roasted Breakfast Potatoes
Get the best breakfast potatoes you have ever had with this recipe idea. Add a generous drizzle of salt, olive oil and ketchup to the top and you have a side dish that is a winner. Save the leftovers and make a potato hash for another day.
Breakfast Four
Recipe 1: Fruit Infused Waters
Get some flavor the healthy way by adding fruit to water to give it a subtle taste.
Recipe 2: Breakfast Scramble
Ground beef, cheese, vegetables and spices comprise this rich dish. Go easy on the portion and enjoy the rest in the days that follow. Easy breakfast turned dinner? Check!
Recipe 3: Homemade Croissants
The ultimate buttery and flaky pastry, croissants are easy to make with the right ingredients. Pro tip: make and form them the night before, so all you need to do is pop them in the oven the next day.
Treat your significant other (and yourself!) to one of these breakfasts. Take plenty of pictures, enjoy each other’s company and think about ways to spread and give love all year round. We love these breakfast ideas, and we hope you do, too. Have a happy Valentine’s Day!
