Go Back

Valentine Brunch

A warm and light meal perfect for friends, this brunch mixes sweet and savory dishes to create a fresh and special dining experience.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 people
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the berry waffles or pancakes
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 3/4 cups milk
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
  • 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
For the baked eggs with tomatoes
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 large ripe tomatoes, tops cut off and seeds scooped out or use tomato halves
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or mix)
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
For a simple berry parfait
  • 2 cups plain or vanilla yogurt
  • 1 cup granola
  • 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
  • 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
For drinks
  • Fresh orange juice, sparkling water, or chilled prosecco for mimosas
  • Sliced strawberries or mint for garnish
Extras
  • Butter and maple syrup for waffles
  • Jam or honey for toast
  • Coffee or tea as needed

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and dry fruit. Slice strawberries. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a muffin tin or oven dish for the baked eggs.
Making the Waffles or Pancakes
  1. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  2. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, and melted butter. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry until just mixed. Fold in half the berries. Let batter rest for 5 minutes.
  3. Heat a pan or waffle maker. Add a little butter or oil. Pour the batter and cook until golden. Keep warm in a low oven (200°F / 95°C) on a tray while you finish other items.
Baking the Eggs
  1. Cut tops off the tomatoes and scoop out the seeds. Drizzle inside with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Place tomatoes in a baking dish. Crack one egg into each tomato cup. Sprinkle a little cheese on top.
  2. Bake for 12–18 minutes until egg whites set but yolks are still soft.
Making Berry Parfaits
  1. In small glasses, add a spoon of yogurt, then granola, then berries. Repeat to make two or three layers. Drizzle honey on top.
Preparing Drinks
  1. Chill juice and glasses. Right before serving, pour juice or prosecco into glasses and add a slice of strawberry or a sprig of mint.
Serving the Food
  1. Plate the waffles or pancakes, add a spoon of berry sauce or jam, and place baked tomato eggs beside them. Serve parfaits in small cups and place drinks in tall glasses.

Notes

Store leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat waffles or pancakes in a toaster or oven. Baked eggs do not freeze well; store them in the fridge and eat within one day.