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Pineapple Coffee Cake

Nonfat plain yogurt stands in for sour cream to add moisture and tenderness to this lightened-up pineapple coffee cake. Best of all, you can mix the batter and have this wholesome breakfast treat in the oven in under 15 minutes—that's healthy in a hurry.

» Pineapple Coffee Cake

Real-Man Quiche

We've loaded this meaty pie with a whole pound of turkey sausage and given it a fabulous, flaky phyllo crust. Real men do eat quiche!

» Real-Man Quiche

Ham & Cheese Breakfast Casserole

This healthy update of a traditionally rich ham-and-cheese breakfast strata is made lighter primarily by losing a few egg yolks and using nonfat milk. Gruyère cheese has a delicious, nutty aroma and flavor, which means that with the relatively small amount in this recipe you still get a big impact. To finish the makeover use nutritious, fiber-rich, whole-grain bread instead of white. The results: plenty of flavor, half the calories and one-third the fat of the original.

» Ham & Cheese Breakfast Casserole

Blueberry-Coconut-Macadamia Muffins

The one-two punch of coconut and macadamia nuts in this luxurious muffin will make you think you're having your morning coffee in Hawaii. Drizzle with honey for an added touch of sweetness.

» Blueberry-Coconut-Macadamia Muffins

Baked Apple-Cinnamon French Toast

This baked apple-cinnamon French toast can be prepared in advance and then simply popped in the oven for a leisurely and luxurious weekend morning. By using nonfat instead of whole milk and eliminating the egg yolks, the calories are cut by half and the fat is reduced by nearly 80 percent in our griddle-free version.

» Baked Apple-Cinnamon French Toast

Quick Mixed Berry Topping

Frozen mixed berries become an almost instant fruit topping in the microwave. Serve over angel food cake or Greek-style yogurt.

» Quick Mixed Berry Topping

Cheesy Polenta & Egg Casserole

This memorable brunch centerpiece is rich with cheesy polenta, crumbled sausage and baked eggs.

» Cheesy Polenta & Egg Casserole


Celebrate brunch season, family and friends with these healthy recipes and easy menus.

Part elaborate breakfast and part hearty lunch, brunch is a wonderfully informal way to gather family and friends on a weekend morning. We barely need an excuse to throw together a brunch, but most any holiday, graduations and birthdays will provide one.

Many of these brunch dishes can be made ahead so there’s little fussing to do as guests arrive. From a hearty egg dish to warm muffins fresh from the oven, these easy healthy recipes are sure to please the entire crowd.

Healthy Brunch Recipes: Main Dishes

Chicken sausage comes in a variety of flavors these days. The flavor you pick will...
This baked apple-cinnamon French toast can be prepared in advance and then simply...
Real men do eat quiche--or will when it's stuffed with Canadian bacon and...
This savory egg and cheese puff is more akin to a pudding than a soufflé, so don...
This memorable brunch centerpiece is rich with cheesy polenta, crumbled sausage and...
There may be as many versions of muesli as there are breakfast cereals, but this one...
This sophisticated take on Eggs Benedict swaps a full-flavored, chunky vegetable...
Here's a streamlined version of Eggs Benedict: purchased polenta, boiled eggs...
Rösti is a traditional Swiss potato pancake typically served as a side dish but we...
This healthy update of a traditionally rich ham-and-cheese breakfast strata is made...
Traditional waffles are a butter-laden, high-carb indulgence, but they make the...
We've loaded this meaty pie with a whole pound of turkey sausage and given it a...
These light and crispy rhubarb waffles are made with whole-wheat flour and egg...
Even when you are cooking for one, it's worth taking a few minutes to make a...
This twist on a classic salade Nicoise uses smoked salmon in place of tuna and adds...
We've combined assertive mustard greens, smoky trout and crisped potatoes in...
Don't confuse this with the flour or corn tortillas you use to make wraps. A...
This colorful, flavorful omelet packs two servings of vegetables. Now that's...
The "strata" in this classic casserole are layers of bread, cheese and...
Flavorful Black Forest ham subtly enriches the hash without taking over. Serve this...

Healthy Brunch Recipes: Baked Goods

The one-two punch of coconut and macadamia nuts in this luxurious muffin will make...
Cardamom's distinctive floral and spice aroma makes for a delicious and unique...
This coffee cake calls for a tart apple, such as a Granny Smith or a Pippin,...
The secret to the sparkling flavor of these delicately crumbed muffins is the strips...
Delicate pears, pecans and maple flavor make these scones really special. Our...
This simple scone is sure to become a regular addition to your brunch menu.
Nonfat plain yogurt stands in for sour cream to add moisture and tenderness to this...

Healthy Brunch Recipes: Salads, Side Dishes, etc.

The famous Waldorf Salad, full of apples, celery, raisins and walnuts, gets a...
We lowered the saturated fat in these deviled eggs by using only half the yolks and...
Poaching brings out the flavorful strawberry and rhubarb juices with minimal effort...
Try using a variety of colorful potatoes in this pretty spring dish.
Orange lovers rejoice! This tangy-sweet sauce is delicious over pancakes, waffles—...
Rest roasted asparagus and tomatoes on a bed of watercress for a special touch. The...
A splash of pepper-flavored vodka gives this salmon spread a sophisticated flair. If...
You can serve the strawberries and cream over waffles or pancakes—or simply top the...
Light enough to follow even a substantial meal, this pretty compote has a refreshing...

Healthy Brunch Recipes: Drinks

This bright, vitamin-packed cocktail is eye-opening whether or not it's spiked...
Muddling is is a traditional bartending technique where herbs and/or fruit are...
Balance herbaceous Campari with the sweet-tart flavors of pomegranate and grapefruit...
This frothy delight is a great summer treat when the summer heat makes hot coffee...
This is a popular drink served in homes along the Yangtze during the summer. In...
Homemade orange syrup makes a delicious addition to these sparkling cocktails.

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