Breakfast

A delish recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch with your loved ones. You can add some lemon zest which goes very well with blueberries.

Ghee is good to cook with as it doesn’t burn as quickly as butter. If you prefer, use 30g unsalted butter and 1 tablespoon olive oil for frying. Micro cress is a cress that has been harvested at seedling stage. It is available at speciality greengrocers and markets. Micro cress is highly perishable, so must […]

Nadia Lim's muffin recipe is the perfect way to start your day. Packed with the goodness of bananas, bran, dried fruit and spices, these muffins make a delicious breakfast on-the-go or picnic bite

These homemade English muffins are simply wonderful! Fill with crispy bacon, fried eggs, sprigs of parsley and your favourite chutney for a deliciously filling breakfast or brunch. Eat up!

Muffins...for breakfast? This morning glory muffins recipe combines plenty of fruit, nuts and spices to create a healthy, hearty start to the day

Cut yourself a slice of this divine slice for morning tea. Oozing raspberry jam is wonderfully sandwiched between crumbly, golden pastry and a sweet, coconut crust.

There’s nothing quite like a hot, homemade crumpet drizzled with butter and perhaps a little honey to make you feel all warm and cosy.

Warm and soft apples and pears are divine sprinkled with crumbly, sweet, golden Anzac biscuits and served with fresh cream.

You can’t beat pikelets for morning or afternoon tea! These may be a little retro to some, but to us these are a Kiwi staple that are a cost-effective, comforting bite. You can never go wrong with the classic jam and cream topping, or if you’re looking for other ideas, take a look at some […]

Nothing says ‘Easter holidays’ quite like a batch of hot cross buns straight from the oven. Super-fast and easy, this recipe is all you need come Good Friday.

Try this flourless banana and blueberry pancakes recipe for an indulgent, easy and healthy start to your day. Serve with drizzled with maple syrup for a winning weekend breakfast or brunch

Give a breakfast favourite a gourmet makeover with this fruit toast recipe. Spread with almond butter, Greek yoghurt and top with sticky seared peaches (or nectarines) for a sweet start to the day

These buns are so handy as you can make the dough the evening before. Then it’s just a matter of putting them together just before you want to eat them, hot from the oven - perfect for a quick breakfast or morning tea snack!

The aroma of brioche baking is a delicious way to enjoy a summer weekend. Make a loaf of this beautiful brioche and enjoy for a decadent brunch.

This delightfully dense banana bread is a lunchbox favourite for a reason. It's easy to make, tastes delicious and is perfect for a lunchbox treat.

The addition of golden syrup to this classic recipe makes for a perfectly sweet bite.

Whip up a beautifully sweet dessert for the family in no time at all with this apple and vanilla sponge pudding

Whip these chocolate chip-laced pikelets up for the kids this weekend and you'll see nothing but happy faces.

A delicious take on the traditional baked bean recipe.

This lime marmalade is a deliciously tangy addition to your morning breakfast spread or afternoon scones. The tartness of the limes is balanced out by the sugar, creating a beautiful flavour.

Ease into your day with a slice of our gorgeous chocolate banana bread. This loaf is best eaten the day it's made, although it is also delicious toasted in the toaster then spread with butter and dotted with honeycomb.

Make a lie-in extra-special with these light-as-air pancakes! Accompany with a favourite brew or bubbles on the side

Make the most of feijoa season!

You get both prebiotics (in the banana) as well as probiotics (in the yoghurt) with these simple yet delicious banana nut-butter yoghurt breakfast pots.

For the perfect breakfast-in-bed, you can't go past this croissant recipe. Filled with herby scrambled eggs, smoked salmon and Dijonnaise, this recipe is a delicious way to show you care

This beautiful sweet breakfast trifle combines fresh fruit, yoghurt and whole grains to prove that eating healthy can be delicious.

Grated apples and chopped plums make this bran loaf extremely moreish. It is perfect as a sweet bite for morning tea, so put a batch in the oven in the morning and enjoy freshly baked with a cup of tea.

Perfect for a lazy weekend breakfast, these beautiful blueberry pancakes are wonderfully fluffy and divine drizzled with sweet, sticky maple syrup.

Rise and shine with this hearty and delicious scrambled egg, smashed avocado and bean breakfast wrap - wholesome energy for the whole morning. This recipe is suitable for diabetics.

Breakfast will be done in a jiffy with this indulgent recipe cooked in an air fryer

Light, fluffy and incredibly moreish, these beautiful ricotta and banana pancakes are perfect for a lazy weekend breakfast.

Try this pancake recipe for pancakes that are light, fluffy, golden and delicious. Serve pancakes with your favourite toppings - we suggest a scoop of vanilla ice cream!

These gluten-free fritters are packed full of sheer goodness! Whip up a batch for a tasty weekend brunch or a light and easy midweek dinner - and make sure you pile up on our scrumptious toppings.

The oven does most of the work in this fantastic courgette and corn skillet bake - which is a delicious way to put a glut of courgettes to good use. Serve with a simple green salad and you’ve got dinner sorted!

This scrumptious asparagus and feta frittata can be made ahead, stored, then reheated later for an easy summer lunch or dinner. You could even whip one up to take on a family picnic - it's so quick to make!

With zingy raspberries and chunks of white chocolate, all you need is a glass of bubbles to make this the most delicious start to Christmas Day. Start on the dough a day ahead to result in beautifully light brioche.

This pull-apart pastry pie is a fantastic dish to whip up for your next gathering. It looks and tastes incredible, but it really is extra simple to make. The spinach and sausage filling is bound to be a crowd-pleaser!

These are the only scones to make if you’re after a recipe that’s super-charged with cheese. The recipe comes from Nici Wickes’ mum’s local café, but they’ve adjusted the recipe by adding chives for extra zing!

Whether you're looking for a hearty vegetarian brunch or a light dinner, these quinoa and sweet potato fritters are a star. Served with egg, salad and a drizzle of garlicky matcha mayo, it's a flavour-packed meal everyone will love.

If you usually go without breakfast, this tasty savoury dish will have you converted. Not only is it delicious, it'll fuel both body and brain so you can head off into the day feeling nourished, satisfied and ready to go.

This roasted portobello mushroom dish is so easy to make but is gourmet enough to be found in your favourite café. Enjoy for a luxurious weekend brunch or light midweek dinner - it's deliciously versatile!

These superfood breakfast pots are the best way to give yourself a hit of nutrients in the morning. Top with a dollop of Greek yoghurt and all your favourite fruit for a brekkie that is as delicious as it is healthy.

Give your usual beans on toast a makeover with this mouth-watering honey mustard ham and baked beans recipe! Warm, nourishing and scrumptious, it's a crowd-pleasing idea for brunch on a chilly weekend morning.

This deliciously chocolatey and crunchy muesli is a must for your breakfast bar. If you're feeling like a treat, it's also delicious sprinkled over vanilla ice cream... or just eaten straight from the jar!

These scrumptious oaty breakfast bars are the perfect morning meal for people with busy schedules! Make a batch in the weekend so you can grab and go each morning - it couldn't be easier.

These oven-baked breakfasts are one of the easiest and tastiest ways to begin your morning - simply soak your oats, stir in banana, chocolate and milk, then let them bake! A dollop of yoghurt and honey seals the deal.

This gently spiced porridge is just what you need to warm your insides on a cold winter morning. Top with sliced banana, fruit, yoghurt and chia seeds for a nutrition-packed bowl, then drizzle with our tasty maple nut butter.

Homemade condiments are always worth the effort - and this apple butter is no different! Full of depth and flavour, this simple slow-cooked recipes is the perfect topping for porridge and desserts.

Buckwheat crêpes in France are commonly filled with ham and cheese or mushroom and spinach. Here, Nici crammed it all into one irresistible crêpe, perfect for a nourishing breakfast or brunch!

This colourful skillet dish is the best way to get a healthy dose of vegetables first thing in the morning. With pumpkin, silverbeet, tomatos and eggs, plus a delicious sprinkle of dukkah, it's perfect for a weekend brunch.

These sour cream pancakes are lovingly drizzled with our Suzette sauce, in all its buttery and citrusy perfection. Ideal for a weekend brunch or special occasion breakfast, this recipe will have you drooling in delight!

Nothing is more comforting on a weekend morning than a fresh batch of waffles, and this gingerbread variation is particularly delicious when served with our spiced poached persimmons. Enjoy as a wonderful winter brunch.

Halfway between a tart and a quiche, this is a no-fuss, easy savoury dish to whip up for brunch. Enjoy a slow start to the day with the family, or make it the night before and take a slice for a quick grab-and-go breakfast on a busy morning.

Make a mouth-watering brunch from scratch with Nici Wickes' sweet potato hash brown recipe, which takes just 15 minutes to prepare! Fry up some eggs and bacon on the side for a filling and delicious meal.

This recipe is a little different than usual palmiers in that it uses nuts in the filling. They’re a cross between a regular palmier and baklava! The assembly step looks a bit difficult, but really is very easy and quick.

Get the young ones to show mum the love this Mother’s Day, by making a glass of this whipped lemon yoghurt parfait for an easy, delicious breakfast in bed. Top with homemade strawberry compote for extra sweetness!

Start your day with a bite of deliciousness by whipping up a batch of these incredible gluten-free poppy seed bagels. Our step-by-step images make it so simple, and you can top them with all your favourite goodies!

This plum compote makes a delicious topping for a simple breakfast - ideal for grabbing on busy mornings when you just have to get out the door! Use almond milk and coconut yoghurt if you prefer a dairy-free version.

Is there anything better on a Sunday morning than a freshly-made batch of waffles? We don't think so - especially when this buckwheat recipe is involved. Top with grilled peaches, Greek yoghurt and honey for extra goodness.

Crêpes may be a time-consuming task, but they're a labour of love that are oh-so worth it. Drizzled in Nici Wickes' delicious orange caramel sauce, these babies are the perfect weekend brunch dish.

These corn fritters have been on our menu since day one - they're a bit of a Shack classic. I love the flavour you get from the chickpea flour in this recipe, and it's gluten free too!

Whether you enjoy this chia pudding for breakfast or dessert, it will definitely be the prettiest dish on the table! Served in a hollowed-out pineapple, you can't get much more creative than this.

Hit the ground running in the morning with our super seed breakfast bowls. The combination of seeds, dried berries, fruit and yoghurt means it's not only delicious, it's the nutritious kick you need.

These tasty little morsels are a perfect idea for a vegetarian brunch or dinner. The combination of courgette, peas and feta is wholesome and delicious, and they're so quick and easy to make!

The goodness of these tasty fritters combined with a feast of seasonal toppings means these can easily pass as a dinner. Plus, who can argue with something that is so good for you?

'Hushpuppy’ is an American term used to describe a doughy fritter. Nici's version has a crisp, pillowy texture, and are loaded with corn, cumin and tomatoes to give them a Mexican theme.

Get your bake on and whip up this deliciously simple blueberry danish. Nothing is better than warm pastry filled with fresh or frozen berries and lemon curd!

Treat yourself to a homemade weekend brunch with these divine blueberry danish pastries. They're simple to make but will add a taste of luxury to your morning.

Broccoli and haloumi pair magically in these quick and easy fritters. Try serving with crispy bacon and a poached egg for a low-carb breakfast or light dinner.

You'll love whipping up these plum pastries for breakfast – they’re fast to prep and cook, and so much cheaper than ducking out to buy Danish pastries from a bakery.

With plenty of wholefood goodness and just a little indulgence, you’ll be bowled over by this chocolatey treat.

Upgrade your usual breakfast with this mango and coconut yoghurt granola parfait, which is packed with all the protein and vitamin C you need to fuel your day. Enjoy an explosion of fresh fruity flavours and put a spring in your step!

Figs and chia seeds are sources of dietary fibre and protein, which make you feel full and are good non-dairy sources of calcium - making this the perfect breakfast dish to fuel your day!

This is such a lovely Nici Wickes jam recipe! It’s so seasonal and great as a little Christmas gift for anyone. And it can be made ahead of time, so you won't get stuck in the Christmas rush.

These little yeasted cakes are the perfect treat when you want something that’s not too rich for a brunch or afternoon tea. You can mix up the flavours with raspberries and almonds if you like.

There's only one thing better than a warm scone, and that's a warm scone slathered in homemade jam! Try these tasty chocolate chip buttermilk scones with our exquisite cherry jam.

There’s plenty to love about these decadent yeasted rolls. Light and buttery, encasing thin slithers of pears and chocolate hazelnut spread, enjoy for a super-indulgent breakfast.

This magical marmalade is so fantastic with the orange mellowing the grapefruit, and the lime and lemon creating a sharp tang. We're loving this marmalade on toast for breakfast!

Here's a new recipe to get really egg-cited about! Nici's light and fluffy green goddess omelette is a deliciously versatile dish that is perfect for breakfast or for dinner.

Nici's rose water raspberry smoothie bowl with honeyed oats and delicious and pretty and great served topped with honeyed oats, coconut, raspberries and pistachios.

Waffles are popular the world over, not just with Americans – and they’re a great brunch item. So why not try Nici's delicious waffles with roasted rhubarb, walnuts and maple syrup.

Scones made with mashed potato!? Nici Wickes's scrumptious tatie scones with smoked salmon and dill cream are the perfect filling weekend breakfast or brunch.

This is Nici's take on a Cornish pasty using a pork sausage filling with plenty of fennel. Serve these delicious breakfast pasties hot or cold with fruit chutney, if desired.

Pineapple curd is an easy way to add extra sweetness and flavour to crumpets or make a delicious filling for your favourite cake recipe!

Fresh and juicy with a distinctive tart flavour, Granny Smith apples are exceptional for baking! So try these delicious Polish apple pancakes for the perfect weekend brunch.

In this scrumptious Nici Wickes recipe, an easy gingerbread loaf gets toasted and covered in fresh fruit and an easy caramel sauce for the perfect sweet start to your weekend.

Not everyone likes a sweet start to the day, so delicious sausage danish pastries by Nici Wickes are the perfect solution.

Forget saving dinnertime leftovers for another main meal – instead let them make quick work of brekkie and try Nadia Lim's incredibly delicious smoky mince and beans with baked eggs