I’m a pretty big fan of brinner – breakfast for dinner that is… Once I finish work, pick up my son from daycare and we get the train home, I have a very hungry four-year-old on my hands. If I don’t have anything prepared, breakfast for dinner is my go to.
Frittatas, pancakes, quiche, crepes, breakfast taco’s, omelettes and fritters can all be made with some basic ingredients that you already have in your pantry. It’s also super economical and a great option for busy families that want a substantial meal but don’t have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen. Serve with a simple salad or a side of steamed veggies and you have yourself a meal.
I have put together a collection of 21 breakfast recipes that would make a suitable dinner for families. Pancake sushi rolls, breakfast pizzas, tomato and egg stir-fry, savoury oatmeal to name just a few. I did squeeze a blueberry pancake recipe in because how happy will the kids be when you tell them they are having pancakes for dinner!
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21 Breakfast for Dinner Recipes
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Slab Breakfast Pie
Super easy to throw together and ready in less than 25 minutes, this breakfast pie is a great dinner option that the kids will love. Get the My Kitchen Love recipe here.
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Crustless Vegetable Quiche
This is a super adaptable recipe so get creative. Serve with a simple salad and you have yourself a delicious meal without the fuss of preparing pastry. Get the Killying Thyme recipe here.
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Shakshuka Tomato
Poached eggs in tomato with capsicums and gorgeous middle eastern flavours. Perfect for a meat free Monday. What's not to love. Get the Eat With Enzo recipe here.
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Oatmeal Pancake Egg Roll-ups
How good do these pancake roll-ups look. They are made using all good things; oats, wholewheat flour, eggs and more. A nutritious meal at any time of the day... Get the Watch What U Eat recipe here.
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Quinoa Breakfast bowls
Fancy something a little sweeter for dinner? This is a great option. Not only does it look amazing, it's also good for you and sure to impress the kids. Get the The Little Pine recipe here.
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Scrambled Egg and Veggie Quesadillas
Scrambled eggs and quesadillas, need I say more! You will have this on the table in 30 minutes and with eggs, beans, avocado and coriander it is a deliciously healthy vegetarian meal. Get the Avocado Pesto recipe here.
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Cauliflower Hash browns
With only 6 ingredients and ready in 15 minutes you can't go wrong with these cauliflower hash browns. They taste so good the kids won't realise they are eating a good serving of veggies. Get the Wholesome Yum recipe here.
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Breakfast Nachos
5 ingredients and have a dinner on the table that will be eaten with gusto. I promise... Breakfast nachos with eggs, salsa and cheese. Sneak a few veggies in as well, they are sure to go unnoticed. Get the Living Well, Spending Less recipe here.
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Tomato and Egg Stir Fry
Such gorgeous flavours with so little ingredients! This is a popular Chinese dish that will now be a favourite in my home, so good. Serve with rice, noodles or simply as is and you have yourself a simple yet delicious meal. Get the Red House Spice recipe here.
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Breakfast Pizza
I love the sound of this healthy take on a pizza. Featuring breakfast favourites like eggs, sausage and cheese the kids will too. Get the My Life Cookbook recipe here.
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Homemade Oven Baked Beans
Who doesn't love baked beans for breakfast? Well now you can have them for dinner too, just be sure to make them yourself. They are super simple and the oven does most of the work. Get the Lauren Caris Cooks recipe here.
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Carrot Oatmeal
I'm a huge fan of oatmeal for breakfast but this savoury version would also make a delicious dinner. Call it a risotto and it's sure to be a hit. You could even top it with a seared chicken breast. Get the A Bite of Inspiration recipe here.
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Corn Fritter
Make a large batch, freeze the leftovers and you will have dinner without cooking anything - winning. Top with a poached egg, smoked salmon or enjoy as is. Get the Little Big H recipe here.
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Blueberry Banana Oatmeal Pancakes
This list wouldn't be complete without pancakes. And why not serve them for dinner on occasion. These ones are made using oats and banana and they are also egg-free for kids with allergies. Get the Domesticate Me recipe here.
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Baked Breakfast Tostadas
I could eat these all day. A simple but deliciously heathy dinner option ready in 20 minutes. I bet the kids would love to help make these tostadas. Get the The Life of Jolie recipe here.
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Pancake Sushi Rolls
Love this idea. It's also super adaptable, so fill these pancakes with whatever you have on hand. Leftovers even. Get the Happy Kitchen Rocks recipe here.
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Egg and Potato Boats
Tell the kids you are serving them edible boats for dinner and they will be super excited. Serve with a simple salad and you have a dinner with whole family will love. Get the Home and Plate recipe here.
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Puff Pastry Breakfast Pizza
Egg and bacon pizza for dinner anyone? Made using puff pastry its quick and super adaptable. Delicious on its own or sneak a few veggies in. Asparagus, grated zucchini, peas would all be great. Get the The Life of Jolie recipe here.
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Savoury Crepes with ham and egg
Often made with sweet ingredients these savoury crepes are a lovely alternative. They are also health, made using wholewheat and buckwheat flour - my favourite. Get the Masala Herb recipe here.
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Green Shakshuka
We have had a tomato shakshuka but this one is full of delicious greens. Made in the one pot it's a delicious meal any time of the day. Get the Happy Kitchen Rocks recipe here.
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Spanish Omelette
Spanish omelettes or tortillas are quick to whip up, taste fantastic and are very versatile, This one is made using sweet potato, peas and saffron. Get the Big Little H recipe here.
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