15 Valentine's Day Breakfasts for a Romantic Start to Your Day

It's never too late to treat your loved one and sweeten up their morning.

XO cinnamon toast and yogurt — Credit: Pernille Loof

There's no better way to show your love and affection than by treating your beloved to a Valentine's Day breakfast. Whether you have breakfast in bed or share a special meal at the table, we have many sweet ideas—and some savory ones, too—for a romantic start to your February 14th. Some of these Valentine's Day breakfast recipes can be made ahead, others are quick to prepare—and some you can even cook together. All are Cupid-approved.

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Skillet Pancake for Two

skillet pancake for two topped with blueberries — David Malosh

Sharing a puffy pancake just might be the best Valentine's Day breakfast. This flapjack for two crisps up on the stovetop in no time at all. Serve it with your sweetheart's favorite fruit and plenty of maple syrup.

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Puff-Pastry Waffle Hearts

puff-pastry waffle hearts puffles topped with strawberries — Lennart Weibull

These decadent little heart-shaped waffles hide a deeply tasty secret: They're actually pockets made from store-bought puff pastry (no need to bust out a bowl or plug in the mixer) that are stuffed with chocolate-hazelnut spread. You can fill them with chopped fruit, peanut butter, or dulce de leche if you prefer.

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Herb-Cheddar Scones

herb cheddar scones — Yuki Sugiura

The nice thing about these scones—besides the obvious—is that you can bake them ahead of time and keep them in your freezer. When the morning alarm clock goes off, pop them in the oven to reheat and they'll be ready to eat by the time the coffee is made.

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Maple-Glazed Bacon

The perfume of smoky bacon and maple wafting through the house means your loved ones will be able to smell this special treat before they even see it.

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Valentine's Day Cinnamon Toast

XO cinnamon toast and yogurt — Pernille Loof

If your mornings are hectic but you still want to make an edible nod to the holiday, just put a heart on it! Almost as easy to make as plain toast (but so much cuter), this recipe has you create a heart stencil out of some parchment paper and uses cinnamon sugar to make it stand out.

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Cheese Danish

Cheese Danish — Rachel Marek

If you're looking to impress this year, making these not-too-sweet pastries will bring you high marks for effort and thoughtfulness.

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Baked Eggs

three variations of baked eggs in skillets — Chris Simpson

No need to be a short order cook (after all, it's your holiday, too); this recipe for baked eggs looks impressive and helps free you from the stove by being mostly hands-off.

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Classic French Toast

Classic French Toast — Brie Goldman

Crispy on the outside and custardy inside, French toast makes a delicious breakfast, and a classic one at that. Pair it with berries for a romantic vibe.

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Perfect Omelets

omelet — José Manuel Picayo Rivera

Do you and your sweetheart love to cook together? Then take on a team breakfast challenge then and make perfect omelets for one another! Bonus points if you can guess your partner's favorite fillings.

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Coconut-Raspberry Breakfast Pudding

coconut raspberry breakfast pudding — Chris Simpson

This heart-healthy pudding is both pretty to look at and pretty good for you, too—the whole grains and berries contribute fiber and antioxidants and coconut milk makes it vegan-friendly.

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Vegan Pancakes

Pancakes with blueberries — Brie Goldman

What's better than flowers? A stack of these light and fluffy vegan pancakes in bed is the winner, no contest. Top them just like you would any other—with plenty of maple syrup, fresh fruit, or even a handful of (vegan) chocolate chips.

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Tropical-Fruit Juice Salad

tropical fruit juice salad with pineapple and kiwi — Kate Mathis

A side of bright and tropical fruit is a sweet and healthy way to start your Valentine's Day.

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Tartlets with Yogurt Pastry Cream and Strawberries

Strawberry Tart with Yogurt Pastry Cream — Christopher Testani

We'll admit that this is basically dessert, but we're calling it breakfast because of the tangy yogurt that goes into the creamy pastry filling. Agree or disagree—there's no day like today to treat yourself and your loved ones.

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Bostock

Have you ever heard of a bostock? It's French toast with a custard-like inside and a crunchy, croissant-like outside thanks to a make-ahead almond frangipane. It is also baked in the oven, which means less time for you at the stove (and more time in bed)!

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Bacon, Egg, and Toast Cups

These egg cups are a cute and simple way to serve a Valentine's Day breakfast. White sliced bread is used to line muffin cups, then each cup is filled with an egg and a slice of bacon and baked. It's that easy!

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