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50 Favorite Gluten-Free Breakfast and Brunch Recipes

Grain free? No bagels? No problem. We have tons of gluten-free breakfast and brunch recipes that will get your morning off to a good gluten-free start.

Brunch Recipes

1. Grapefruit, Avocado, and Prosciutto Breakfast Salad

Bright, refreshing grapefruit pairs surprisingly well with nutty-earthy toasted sesame oil. This meal is full of satiating heart-healthy fats that will keep you full for a long time.


2. Zucchini-Spice Break


Recipes for this popular tea bread are handed down through the generations. Here’s a healthy, gluten-free loaf everyone can enjoy.


3. Jerk Pork Belly with Quail Egg and Stewed Fava Beans


If you’ve got a hearty appetite with a flair for the not-so-common fare, this breakfast is sure to satisfy you.


Bacon, Egg, and Kale Salad

Based loosely on the flavors of a BLT, this salad is hearty and light at the same time. Don’t worry if it feels like you don’t have a lot of dressing; the luscious golden yolk makes a creamy sauce in the bowl.


PumpkinaAlmond Pancakes

Enjoy these gluten-free pancakes for breakfast or dinner topped with butter and drenched in maple syrup. Whole-grain cornflour gives them a cakier texture and adds some fiber, too.


Zucchini and Red Pepper Frittata

Make use of summer’s most versatile veggie: zucchini! Most frittatas are naturally gluten-free, containing just eggs, cheese, and veggies and/or meat.


Vegetable Frittata

This dish is a fast breakfast favorite and each serving clocks in at around 300 calories. Place skillet in oven and bake until frittata center is set, 10 to 12 minutes.


Greek Cucumber and Chickpea Breakfast Bowl

Dill absolutely makes this salad, offering a fresh, herbaceous boost that livens up the canned chickpeas. It’s a satisfying bowl of crunchy, creamy, chewy textures.


Baked Oatmeal

This unexpected morning treat is a mix between an oatmeal bar and traditional creamy breakfast oatmeal. Be sure to use certified gluten-free oats when making oatmeal, as some commercial oats have been cross-contaminated by wheat.


Grilled Asparagus with Fried Eggs and Pancetta

Asparagus and fried eggs are a classic springtime combo for good reason–they’re delicious together. Medium-thick asparagus spears will char nicely outside while staying crisp-tender within.


Moroccan Omelet

This veggie omelet topped with avocado slices is a perfect way to start the day.


Peppery Potato Omelet

This rustic omelet is extra fluffy, thanks to the addition of beaten egg whites. Yukon gold potatoes, bell peppers, and parsley add color and flavor for a hearty gluten-free breakfast that’s under 200 calories.


Gluten-Free Buttermilk-Pecan Walnut Cake

This light and fluffy cake is a perfect accompaniment to your morning cup of joe.


Spinach, Bacon, and Cheese Quiche

This quiche has a buttery crust, a fluffy egg center with smoky and salty bacon, and a blend of two kinds of cheese. Need we say more?


Sweet Potato Crepes with Caramelized Peaches and Pecans

Some crepes are cooked once and then filled with sweet or savory fillings. In this recipe, the crepes are filled with a sweetened cream cheese mixture, cooked a second time until the cheese warms and the crepes are golden brown on the edges, and then topped with caramelized peaches and toasted pecans.


Potato Coins with Fried Eggs

Instead of shredding potatoes for hash browns, try this easy method using fingerling potatoes that’s equally as good and makes the perfect accompaniment to fried eggs.


Spinach-and-Cheese Omelet

Add extra nutrients to your breakfast by stirring in chopped fresh spinach, chopped tomato and shredded cheese into your protein-packed omelet. Serve with a gluten-free bagel and fresh fruit to round out the meal.


Peanut Butter and Banana Pancakes

Pancakes are no longer off-limits when you use a packaged gluten-free baking mix. Have a tall stack!


Oatmeal-Granberry Pancakes

Pancakes are no longer off-limits when you use a packaged gluten-free baking mix. Have a tall stack!


Cilantro-Pear Turkey Breakfast Sausage

Making your own breakfast sausage is easier than you might think. Pear adds a subtle sweetness to this spiced breakfast side. Serve with eggs and fruit to complete the meal.


Banana Breakfast Smoothie

This protein-packed smoothie is perfect for breakfast on the go. Adding the yogurt at the very end imparts a creamy texture.


Eggs Blindfolded over Garlic-Cheddar Grits

Blindfolded eggs are a short-order cook’s version of poached eggs. Breaking the runny yolk over a plate of garlicky cheese grits is a luxurious way to start the day.


Cinnamon-Raisin Bread

This versatile gluten-free bread is topnotch. Enjoy it fresh out of the oven one morning and use it to make stellar Cinnamon-Raisin French Toast the next.


Orange, Pumpkin Seed, and Smoked Almond Granola with Greek Yogurt

This nutritious breakfast weighs in at less than 300 calories but has enough bulk to get you through the morning without feeling hungry. Be sure to use certified gluten-free oats when making granola, as some commercial oats have been cross-contaminated by wheat.


Sweet Almond Cream of Buckwheat with Skillet Pears

If you’re avoiding oatmeal because of possible gluten cross-contamination, enjoy a bowl of warm cream of buckwheat cereal instead. Top this hearty cereal with chopped pears, dried cherries, and toasted almonds for a satisfying morning meal.


Vanilla Amaranth with Peach Compote

Amaranth cooks up creamy and tender, making it ideal for a porridge-style breakfast with fruit, vanilla, and warm spices.


Flaxseed Buttermilk Pancakes

These pancakes are the perfect disguise for a breakfast with some nutritional heft thanks to the flaxseed meal, which also adds a nutty flavor.


Leek and Smoked Gruyere Mini Quiches

individual, itty-bitty quiches are great for serving at a family brunch. While they may look cutesy, the complex flavors from the leek and applewood-smoked Gruyère ensure these pocket-sized egg parcels are tough enough for the grown-up’s table.


Make a French classic gluten-free with this ingenious recipe. Fresh fruit and a dollop of vanilla Greek yogurt make for a delicious, not-too-sweet topping.


Creamy, Dreamy Tropical Smoothie

Wish you were on the beach right now? One sip of our smoothie and you’ll be there before you can say “aloha.” Coconut milk and Greek yogurt make this smoothie super creamy, and pineapple gives it a sweet tropical kick.


Breakfast Tortilla

This hearty open-faced omelet, called a tortilla, uses potatoes inside instead of serving them on the side.


Buckwheat Belgain Waffles

Top these waffles with slightly warm maple syrup and fresh fruit. They’re so dreamy you could serve them for breakfast or dessert.


Egg and Hash Brown Casserole

This dish is like enjoying an omelet stuffed with spinach, Swiss cheese, and mushrooms, with hearty sides of bacon and hash browns, all in one package.


Soft Tacos with Green Chile-Cilantro Rice and Egg

Take a break from your usual morning fare and enjoy these breakfast tacos made with gluten-free corn tortillas and filled with a brown rice-and-egg mixture.


Fruit of the Forest Muffins

These gluten-free muffins highlight mixed fresh berries, but you can omit the berries and use the recipe to incorporate any other gluten-free mix-ins you like.


Pumpkin-Spice Muffins

The onset of autumn is worth celebrating, so why not make a huge batch of mulled apple cider and serve it with these spiced pumpkin muffins? The pumpkin adds gorgeous color, flavor, and moisture as well as fiber, vitamin A, and potassium.


Spinach, Onions and Swiss Frittata

Mix up your morning routine with a delicious frittata; eggs boost protein and veggies become tender and delicious. Get creative with your frittata combos – try spicy jalapeños and cheddar or ham and Swiss.


Sour Cream-Blueberry Pancakes

Adding sour cream to the gluten-free pancake batter makes the pancakes extra moist and tender. Topping the pancakes with blueberries makes them extra tasty.


Cinnamon, Apple, and Oat Scones

Sorghum flour and brown rice flour give these scones a heartier texture that mimics the wheat-based variety. Serve them with a mug of hot chocolate or mulled cider for a delicious breakfast or as an afternoon snack.


Chocolate Muffins

Whether or not your family requires a gluten-free diet, chocolaty muffins stuffed to the brim with chocolate mini chips are always a hit.


47. Ham and Cheese Strata


Use gluten-free English muffins in this rich and hearty egg and cheese breakfast casserole.


Cranberry English Muffins

English muffins are a real treat for breakfast. This gluten-free version has all the nooks, crannies, and cranberries of the original.


Blueberry-Yogurt Coffe Cake

The tangy-sweet combination of blueberries and yogurt is incorporated into this scrumptious coffee cake, perfect for the break room at work or a laid-back Sunday brunch.


Breakfast Quiche Bites

These cute little crustless quiches are ideal for a breakfast on the go. Whip up a batch on Sunday evening, and you have an easy go-to breakfast for busy weekday mornings.



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