Cozy Weekend Recipes Worth Waking Up For

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Weekend breakfast deserves something bolder than a granola bar. From Cheddar Bay Breakfast Casserole with Sausage and Eggs to Carolina-style Chicken and Waffles Eggs Benedict, these recipes know how to impress—whether you’re hosting brunch or just making up for a long week. Add some Southern soul with Biscuits and Gravy, brighten your table with Glazed Cranberry Orange Scones, or blend up a refreshing Acai Smoothie if you’re going the light-and-fruity route!

Carolina-style Chicken and Waffles Eggs Benedict

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Carolina-Style Chicken and Waffles Eggs Benedict takes Southern comfort and runs with it—crispy buttermilk chicken, cornmeal waffles, and spicy honey come together in one sweet, savory, and wildly satisfying brunch (or dinner) bite.
Get the Recipe: Carolina-style Chicken and Waffles Eggs Benedict

Copycat Bob Evans Sausage Gravy and Biscuit Casserole Recipe

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Copycat Bob Evans Sausage Gravy Casserole layers soft, pillowy biscuits with creamy sausage gravy in a bake that tastes like diner heaven—only easier and way more irresistible at home.

To learn more: Copycat Bob Evans Sausage Gravy and Biscuit Casserole Recipe

Keto Muffins

The Best Low Carb Keto Muffins
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These keto muffins are a tasty and healthy way to start your day. Made with almond flour and no sugar, they’re quick, easy, and perfect for a low-carb diet!
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Cheddar Bay Breakfast Casserole with Sausage and Eggs

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Cheddar Bay Breakfast Casserole with Sausage and Eggs is a savory, cheesy crowd-pleaser packed with sausage, eggs, and those buttery biscuit vibes you can’t resist. Breakfast just got bold.

To learn more: Cheddar Bay Breakfast Casserole with Sausage and Eggs

Biscuits and Gravy

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This classic Biscuits and Gravy recipe is the perfect comfort food for any time of year. Warm, buttery biscuits are smothered in a creamy sausage gravy with a hint of maple syrup and fresh sage. It’s a kid-friendly meal that’s sure to become a family favorite!
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Best Southern Ham Gravy with Cheesy Biscuits and Eggs

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Smoky Southern Ham Gravy puts ham burnt ends front and center in a rich, smoky sauce that’s begging to be poured over biscuits and eggs—sorry, Jimmy Dean, there’s a new breakfast boss in town.
Get the Recipe: Best Southern Ham Gravy with Cheesy Biscuits and Eggs

Acai Smoothie

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This vibrant Acai Smoothie is packed with fruity flavors and nutrients, perfect for a quick breakfast or snack. It’s incredibly easy to make with just a handful of ingredients like frozen berries, banana, and acai berry purée. Plus, it caters to various dietary needs, being vegan, paleo, and Whole30 compatible!
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Cinnamon Raisin Scones

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These cinnamon raisin scones are a delightful treat reminiscent of cinnamon raisin bread, but in scone form! Soft and bakery-style, they’re packed with cinnamon and raisins, then topped with a sweet vanilla glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy snack any time of year.
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Biscuits and Gravy Casserole

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This biscuits and gravy breakfast casserole is the perfect comforting dish for a crowd. Make it ahead of time for an easy holiday breakfast or brunch! This easy casserole is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Get the Recipe: Biscuits and Gravy Casserole

Buttermilk Waffle Recipe

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Looking for the perfect weekend brunch recipe? These buttermilk waffles are incredibly fluffy thanks to the whipped egg whites and have a wonderful tang from the buttermilk. Don’t forget your favorite toppings!
Get the Recipe: Buttermilk Waffle Recipe

Jumbo Raspberry Chocolate Chip Muffins

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These Jumbo Raspberry Chocolate Chip Muffins are packed with flavor and make a delicious breakfast or snack. The recipe uses both fresh or frozen raspberries and plenty of chocolate chips. Make 6 jumbo muffins or 15 standard-sized muffins.
Get the Recipe: Jumbo Raspberry Chocolate Chip Muffins

Glazed Cranberry Orange Scones

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These Glazed Cranberry Orange Scones are the perfect festive treat to enjoy during the holidays! They’re surprisingly easy to make and bursting with bright citrus and cranberry flavors. Enjoy the crumbly edges and soft, tender interior of these delightful scones.
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The Best Banana Bread Pancakes

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These banana bread pancakes are a fun twist on a breakfast classic. The addition of mashed banana, warm spices, oats, and pecans give them a comforting banana bread flavor and texture. Top with maple syrup for a delicious and satisfying breakfast treat.
Get the Recipe: The Best Banana Bread Pancakes

Grapefruit Green Smoothie

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This refreshing Grapefruit Green Smoothie is packed with nutrients from grapefruit, apple, spinach, and banana. It’s a quick and easy way to start your day or enjoy a healthy snack, plus it’s easily customizable with your choice of liquid!
Get the Recipe: Grapefruit Green Smoothie

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About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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