Breakfast in bed is the ultimate form of luxury, relaxation, and care. The average morning routine is merely a perfunctory sequence of events to get on with the day, if not a stressful mad scramble to get out the door. Having the opportunity to relish those early morning hours, being more thoughtful about very element, makes it so special.
While any food can be eaten for breakfast and also enjoyed in bed, there are certain options that are more compelling than others.
Prioritize Portability
Opt for dishes that travel easily from kitchen to bedside. Avoid items that easily wilt or become soggy, like delicate leafy greens. Recipes that keep well and can be made the day before are even better, like breakfast burritos or mini quiches.
Minimize the Mess
Sticky foods like syrup-drenched pancakes can be messy to navigate in bed. Opt for dishes with contained sauces, like eggless omelets or breakfast sandwiches, or offer syrup and condiments on the side in small, sealed containers.
Embrace Finger Foods
Think beyond the traditional plate and fork. Finger foods like skewers, whole berries and segmented citrus fruit, or avocado toast are easy to grab and enjoy without utensils, making for a more relaxed and comfortable experience.
Don’t Forget the Drinks
An invigorating beverage is essential. Opt for spill-proof travel mugs for hot drinks like coffee or tea, and include reusable straws for juices and smoothies.
With the basics covered, you or the person you love is free to enjoy the moment, not sweat the details. For an unforgettable breakfast in bed, here are my top recipe recommendations.
20 Best Recipes For Breakfast In Bed
Forget soggy cereal and take some time for a proper morning meal. These are the best plant-based recipes to enjoy breakfast in bed.
Baked Sesame-Pistachio Doughnuts
Though baked rather than fried like traditional doughnuts, each bite is so rich and full of flavor that you’d never dream of adding another drop of oil. Freshly toasted pistachios add another dimension of roasted aroma, not to mention a satisfying crunch every now and then. Cardamom continues to sing quietly in the background; just enough to add a certain something special, without necessarily shouting its name from the rooftops.
Lemon-Poppy Seed Muffins
Brimming with bright, zest flavor, these tender muffins are topped with a light crumb for a crispy, satisfyingly chewy bite all around the edges.
Vegan Deviled Eggs For One
Make a small batch of vegan deviled eggs to treat yourself on demand. You could easily double, triple, or quadrouple the recipe to create a lavish brunch spread.
Crumpets
Soft, spongy, and chewy, crumpets are in a category of quick breads all their own. Leavened by both yeast and baking powder, they have a network of tiny holes that are perfect for soaking in any vegan butter, jam, or other creamy condiment you want to smear on top.
Matcha-Bucha Parfaits
Excess kombucha scoby is blended into the matcha base along with non-dairy milk for a creamy, pleasantly bitter, subtly sweet start. Set with agar like conventional Japanese kanten, a second stripe of translucent kombucha gel rests on top, almost like an adult Jello cup. Since each component is only lightly cooked, brought to the brink of a boil just to properly hydrate the agar, you'll get the greatest benefits from all those live probiotics, and the freshest flavor from the tea.
Basic Vegan Croissants
Buttery, flaky, crisp, and light, there's nothing like a fresh, homemade croissant still warm from the oven. This shortcut technique is much faster than the traditional approach so you can indulge anytime.
Green Cauliflower Cake
Akin to a highly vegetative frittata, this vegan version is heavy on cheesy and herbal flavors. Green pea-based batter replaces the eggs, continuing the color scheme with green cauliflower, and punching up the flavor with a more spring-y punch of dill.
Cranberry-Orange Scones
Barely sweetened, crisp, yet tender and buttery, these are what define a perfect scone for me. Tart dried cranberries punctuate these triangular biscuits, while flecks of orange peel act as zesty confetti just beneath the surface. It's a foolproof formula for novice bakers and masters alike.
Apple Roses
These quick treats will have you seeing the situation through rose-tinted glasses. Simply wrap up apple slices infused in blushing beet syrup with flaky puff pasty for a beautiful treat that will blossom in the oven.
Protein Cinnamon Rolls
Soft, supple, and impossibly rich, these treats can roll with the big boys. You'd never know they're high in protein and healthy for you!
Chocolate Chip Mesquite Muffins
Mesquite flour imparts a warm, woodsy, smoky, almost malty flavor to these jumbo muffins, stuffed with chocolate chips and crowned by a crisp topping of turbinado sugar.
Pomegranate Waffles
Pomegranate molasses gives these crispy yet fluffy waffles a deep, tangy, and slightly earthy punch.
Eggless Kuku Sabzi
Bright and aromatic with fresh herbs and bold spices, this eggless take on kuku sabzi is a celebration of spring. Fantastic both warm and at room temperature, you can make it well ahead of time to eat for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner. If the weather cooperates, it's fantastic to pack for a picnic, too.
Choose-Your-Own-Adventure Chia Puddings
Big batch advanced prep is a big part of the appeal for chia pudding. Mix it up en masse, chill, and enjoy as desired for a full week. Cool and creamy, it's an ideal healthy treat to eat on the fly, straight out of the fridge or on the go. By breaking it down into separate, single-serving containers, you get that same convenience with the flexibility to infuse each sweet spoonful with completely different flavors.
Steel-Cut Oat Brûlée
Tender, pleasantly chewy, and creamy all at once, these decadent oats straddle that fine line between healthy breakfast and indulgent treat. A crisp caramelized sugar topping puts standard whole grains on another level, perfect for a holiday breakfast, brunch, or just any day that a hearty morning start is in order.
Spring Pea Toast
This combination of rich almond-based ricotta and bright pea puree on a slab of hearty, seeded bread is an easy recipe to make at home for a taste of spring that everyone can enjoy year-round, worldwide.
Essential Eggless Crêpes
Delicate, gossamer thin French crêpes without any butter, milk, or eggs involved. These classic pancakes take shape with simple plant-based pantry staples and just a little bit of finesse.
Coffee Oatmeal Stout Bread
This tender loaf provides a serious dose of caffeine from concentrated cold brew coffee while amplifying the flavor of oatmeal stout beer. Whole oats boost the cereal taste from the brewing process, while date syrup and coconut sugar harmonize with a caramelized sweetness.
Greek Quiche Bites
Crustless, eggless little wonders, these mini quiche bites are inspired by Greek staples, with a savory compliment of artichokes, Kalamata olives, and
aromatic herbs.
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