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 […]
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
Pancake Day (or Shrove Tuesday) is a day that’s not only delicious, but also rich in history. Pancake Day is always celebrated the day before Ash Wednesday and traditionally is a time for feasting and using up rich ingredients before the start of Lent.
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!
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.
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
For a holiday that's all about the eating, Easter breakfasts and brunches are often overlooked. We've got you covered with 12 of our favourite morning recipes - and don't worry, they're not all eggs and chocolate!
Don't skip the most important meal of the day! These breakfast recipe ideas can not only be made in advance, you can also easily take them with you when you're on the go during busy mornings.
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!
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 loaf is perfect for anyone craving a spot of weekend baking, as it does equally well both as a breakfast option (toasted and slathered in butter) or a sweet snack beside a cuppa. Plus, it's free of both gluten and dairy!
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!
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.
You really can't beat the luxury of eating breakfast in bed, especially when it's all been made just for you! Treat Dad, or whoever the special father figure is in your life, with one of these tasty breakfast recipes this Father's Day.
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!
Get the best start to your day with a hearty bowl of porridge or a breakfast bar packed with goodness - these oaty breakfast recipes are delicious and nutritious!
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.
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!
Persimmons bring a sweet, honeyed flavour to autumn dining. With their delicate floral essence and unique juicy texture, these delicious fruit will work their magic in both sweet and savoury dishes.
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.
Enjoy a Mother's Day filled with health and happiness this year, from breakfast in bed to dinner fit for a queen thanks to these nourishing recipes. We've also included our favourite healthy treats, so you can give mum the gift of wholesome goodness!
Whether you like to start your day on a sweet or savoury note, one of these brunch recipes will see you kick start your morning right. The hardest part is deciding which of our top 15 ideas is the one for you!
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!
Follow our simple steps to make the most delicious hollandaise sauce for your next Sunday morning eggs bene, or jazz up the classic with some fresh new flavours. It couldn't be easier!
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!
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.
Get your 5+ a day in your first meal with this delightfully colourful breakfast salad! Served with poached eggs and our tasty kale pesto, this truly is a breakfast of champions.
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.
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.
Put a spring in your step with these healthy breakfast ideas. Whether you like sweet, savoury or smoothie, these recipes are packed full of nutrients and superfoods - and they're so scrumptious, you’ll look forward to getting up in the morning!
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!
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day to fuel your mind and your body, and we are here to brighten up your morning routine with these creative breakfast ideas!
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.
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.
Treat that special someone to a breakfast made with love with this pikelet recipe. Spread with cinnamon ricotta and serve with necatarine wedges for a perfectly romantic start to the day
Hotcakes are taken to a delicious new level in this tasty recipe. Oaty, vanilla laced hotcakes are served with a sweet and fragrant feijoa and apple sauce for an autumn breakfast the whole family will love
Everyone's favourite breakfast is taken to tasty new heights with this avocado on toast recipe. Lush avocado cream, spice-packed chermoula and fresh radishes come together to create this posh toast
Nail a brunch classic with this mushrooms on toast recipe. Ready in just 10 minutes, this bite packs in plenty of flavour with just a few simple ingredients. Try for a tasty meal any time of day
Get out of your breakfast or brunch rut with this tasty toast recipe. Leftover roast pumpkin is transformed into a terrific toast topping with sunflower-seed dukkah and creamy goat's cheese
Pizza cooked on the barbecue?! Sign us up. This clever recipe sees barbecued bases served with all your favourite breakfast staples like mushrooms, sausages and fried eggs. A must-try camping or at the bach
This crumpet recipe makes it easy to enjoy a delicious homemade breakfast, even if you're away from a proper kitchen. Use the barbecue to whip up these fluffy treats, then serve with warming cinnamon butter
Make your next camping trip delicious with this homemade baked beans recipe. Whipped up on the barbecue and served with bread toasted on the grill, this recipe makes it easy to nail eating outdoors
Start your day off the right way with this banana and vanilla chia pancake recipe. With the goodness of Dole bananas and the clever use of chia seeds instead of eggs, this is a breakfast you'll want to wake up for
Big night? These breakfast recipes are perfect for the morning after. From classic sausage and chips to irresistible pancakes, these ideas might just help you eat your way through that hangover.
Get your day off to a delicious start with this potato rosti recipe. Serve topped with creamy, minty ricotta pea smash and crispy prosciutto for a winning weekend breakfast
Get Christmas day off to a delicious start! These easy breakfast and brunch ideas range from healthy to downright decadent. Best of all, they're perfect with a cheeky glass of champagne or a mimosa.
Looking for a delicious gluten-free breakfast idea? This stuffed mushroom recipe sees creamy, garlicky baby spinach and crispy Parma ham shards come together to create the ultimate brekky or brunch
Whipping up an impressive breakfast has never been easier! This recipe sees overnight oats grilled until crunchy and golden, then served with sticky maple syrup peaches and bright goji berries
Get your day off to a delicious start with this easy overnight oats recipe. All you need is a few minutes before bed to be enjoying creamy, healthy apple pie oats for breakfast
Nici Wickes' banana pancakes are like a magic trick – so few ingredients, no dairy or flour and yet they turn into fluffy, creamy pancakes that are divine. Try this recipe for the perfect breakfast
This overnight muesli recipe is basic and easy but can be glammed up with extra grains, seeds and nuts, if you prefer. Serve with yoghurt and honey for a deliciously simple breakfast
This brunch recipe may be risky (not everyone loves sardines), but it is so smashingly delicious with the flavour of peas, lemon and horseradish on buttery toast. Give it a go!
Rich and lemony in flavour, Nici Wickes' hash browns may look like a light breakfast, but they're full of goodness as there’s omega-3 in both the salmon and avocado. The perfect breakfast recipe!
Nici Wickes' Boston baked bean recipe is so easy to make and spiking them with chorizo, instead of the traditional bacon, makes them a taste sensation. Enjoy as a tasty family breakfast or brunch
What better way to start your day than with a batch of homemade waffles? This recipe is perfect for lazy weekend mornings. Pair with whipped cream, maple syrup and berries for a winning breakfast
Serve up a trendy spread for breakfast this weekend with this mixed berry and yoghurt muesli parfait recipe. Simple, delicious and packed with goodness, this is the perfect start to the day
It doesn't get much simpler than this pancake recipe! You just need two staple household ingredients, a fry-pan and you're good to go! This breakfast also happens to be gluten-free and dairy-free
Forget simply emptying a can onto a slice of toast and get creative with these baked bean recipes. From how to make baked beans from scratch to burgers, nachos and more, these ideas will satisfy.
This recipe sees piles of buttermilk pancakes topped with juicy tinned plums and cherries and slathered with vanilla-laced maple syrup. Serve with chocolate whipped cream for a dreamy breakfast or brunch. Photography by Jani Shepherd/Gatherum Collectif
This crumpet recipe is a great kitchen hack when you just don't have time to be mucking around with crumpet rings at breakfast or brunch. Just slop the mix into your pan and away you go. Photography by Jani Shepherd/Gatherum Collectif
Two cuisines collide in this delicious latke recipe. Traditional Jewish potato pancakes are given a tasty twist with Thai green curry paste and parsnip to create a gorgeous breakfast or brunch
This take on French toast is better than the original in my books, says Nici Wickes. It's easy to whip up and always a favourite with kids - especially when served with mascarpone and berries
Mmmm bacon... Celebrate everyone's favourite cured meat with these delicious recipes including bacon and egg pie, bacon puffs, bacon tart, and the perfect bacon sammy.
Introducing the king of breakfasts! This recipe sees hearty potato and parmesan waffles paired with slow-roasted tomatoes, crispy bacon and homemade spicy mayo. Delish!
This delicious recipe pairs fluffy pikelets with thick, creamy maple butter and fresh blueberries. Serve for a tasty weekend breakfast or brunch the whole family will love
This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect if this is your first foray into crumpet making! Serve your creations layered with crème fraiche and homemade rhubarb conserve for a delicious start to the day
Don't wait 'til dinner time to indulge in this Mexican favourite! This breakfast taco recipe is perfect when you've got weekend brunch guests. Try serving with hot sauce if you like an extra kick
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