As the saying goes, variety is the spice of life, and these unexpected breakfast dishes are offering foodies the chance to add some excitement to their traditional morning meals.
Moving away from traditional breakfast recipes like pancakes and cereal, these unexpected morning meals are switching things up by integrating dinner recipes and snack food items into the mix. Making breakfast more fun for the entire family, these unexpected recipes are helping to make morning routines more entertaining, especially for picky eaters. From recipes that integrate traditional pasta dishes to those that blend ingredients into deep-fried creations, these unexpected breakfast meals will surely entice hard to please eaters looking for some variety in their daily meal routines.
35 Unexpected Breakfast Dishes
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Puffy Pancake Pastries
This Pancake Recipe Turns the Flat Breakfast Item into a Cake
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Waffle-Infused Espresso
Dominique Ansel's Waffagato is a Mix of Waffles, Ice-Cream and Espresso
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Croissant Bagel Pastry Mashups
The Cragel is Brooklyn's Latest Hybrid Treat from the Bagel Store
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Pancake Lollipop Makers
Roky is a Handy Device for Making Pancakes on a Stick
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Donut-Inspired Breakfasts
The Boston Cream French Toast by Jessie Oleson Moore is Mind-Blowing
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Breakfast Burgers
The Wake-N-Bacon Breakfast Burgers are Savory and Sweet
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Herb-Infused Breakfast Buns
Very Culinary's Toasted Brioche Egg Cups are Protein-Enriched
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Hearty Breakfast Lasagnas
The Smitten Kitchen Baked Eggs Recipe is a Morning Meal
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Middle Eastern Waffle Hybrids
The Wafalafel is One of the Most Unique Morning Meal Hybrids
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Stuffed Pizza Waffles
These Savory Cheese and Pepperoni Waffle Sandwiches are Mouth-Watering
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Hamburger Tarts
This DIY Pop Tart Involves a Meaty Patty and Cheese
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Detailed Feline Pancakes
This Tiger Pancake Shows the True Power of Pancake Art
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Sugary Breakfast Lollipops
These Sugary Lollipops are Shaped Like Popular Breakfast Foods
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Cereal-Infused Sandwiches
This Cheerios Sandwich Puts the Breakfast Cereal in a New Form
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Dinner-Inspired Breakfast Dishes
The Pancake Lasagna is a Layered Morning Meal
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Microwaveable Breakfast Meals
'Hormel Compleats Good Mornings' is a Line of Microwave Breakfasts
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Calorie Overloaded Desserts
The Bruleed French Toast Cheesecake Factory Calories Are Excessive
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Breakfast Noodle Dishes
This Egg and Bacon Ramen Noodle Dish is Perfect for the Morning
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Fruity Breakfast Sandwiches
Dunkin Donuts Gets a Breakfast Menu with Chicken Apple Sausage
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Decadent Donut-Flavored Crepes
The Boston Cream Crepe is a Deliciously Decadent Fusion of Desserts
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Marbled Fruitcake Desserts
Honestly Yum's Blueberry Swirl Muffins Are a Tasty Morning Treat
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Cheesy Macaroni Pancakes
This Mac and Cheese Pancakes Recipe Will Win Any Brinner Throwdown
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Cereal Casserole Dishes
This Lucky Charms Treat is a Perfect Casserole-Like Dish for Anyone
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Cheesy Noodle Breakfasts
J.Kenji Lopez-Alt Created a Bizarre Macaroni & Cheese Breakfast Waffle
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Pastry Pasta Breakfast Dishes
This Pastry Pasta Recipe Adds Some Sweetness to a Basic Pasta Dish
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Coconut-Infused Rice Squares
I Am a Food Blog's Coconut Almond Rice Krispie Treats Are Crunchy
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Festive Pie Smoothies
This Delicious Pumpkin Pie Breakfast Drink is Perfect for the Fall
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Beer-Infused Pancakes
This Beer and Bacon Pancake Recipe is Super Easy
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Pie-Infused Donuts
The Krispy Kreme Pie Donuts are a Hybrid of Two Classic Desserts
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Creamy Cookie Flapjacks
Grandbaby Cakes Came Up with a Recipe for Oreo Pancakes
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Waffle-Bread BLTs
This Waffle Sandwich Kicks Up a Traditional BLT
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Spicy Poultry Waffles
This Buffalo Chicken Recipe will Spice Up Your Morning Routine
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Fried Breakfast Popsicles
Fried Breakfast on a Stick is Being Featured at the Minnesota State Fair
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Sugar-Attack Morning Meals
The Donut Chip Breakfast Sandwich Revamps Krispy Kreme Creations
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Campfire Confection Scones
These Breakfast Scones Taste Like Chocolate and Marshmallow Treats
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Hash Brown Breakfast Bowls
Dunkin' is Serving Up a New Hash Brown Brisket Scramble Bowl
Street Food-Inspired Rice Bowls
Ben’s Original Just Added Four New Street Food Rice Dishes
Instant Noodle Advent Calendars
Koka's Unique Christmas Countdown Shares 12 Comforting Meals
Heat-and-Eat Pouched Meals
These New Ben’s Original Favourites and Lunch Bowls are Easy to Enjoy
Breakfast-Themed Gummy Candies
Trader Joe's Just Added Bacon & Eggs Shaped Sweet Gummy Candies
Sweet-Savory Breakfast Sticks
Applegate's Pancake & Sausage Stick Adds Ease to Busy Mornings
Nutritious Kids Breakfast Lines
Little Spoon Expands Its Product Line, Answering Consumer Demand
Pancake-Warming Hoodie Sets
Holiday Inn Express Partners with Mr. Eatwell on a Pancake-Themed Line
Plant-Based Breakfast Menus
Alpro and a Michelin-Trained Chef Collaborated on Inspiring Eats
Streetstyle Rice Entrées
Ben's Original Street Food Needs Just 90 Seconds in the Microwave
Sandwich Cookie Breakfast Cereals
OREO Puffs Cereal Has Crispy Pieces and Marshmallows
Playful Restaurant Pop-Ups
The Play-Doh Restaurant of Imagination Turns Kids' Creations Edible
Maple Butter Breakfast Sandwiches
Starbucks Has Added a New Chicken, Maple Butter & Egg Sandwich
Extra-Spicy Noodle Cups
A-Sha x Hot Ones Shares Three Daring Flavors for Adventurous Eaters
Kids' Overnight Oat Smoothies
Little Spoon and Oatly Created 2 New Overnight Oat Smoothies
Organic Quick-Dissolve Baby Snacks
Little Spoon Puffs Come in Two Flavor Options
Collaboration Condiment Breakfast Sandwiches
The Heinz Brekkie Range is Arriving at WHSmith Stores
Pillowy Breakfast Snack Products
Totino's Breakfast Snack Bites Come in Three Options
Hot Honey Breakfast Sandwiches
Dunkin' is Adding a New Hot Honey Bacon Sandwich for a Limited Time
Convenient QSR Breakfast Wraps
The Burger King Breakfast Wraps are Arriving in Three Options
All-Day Breakfast Boxes
Belgian Boys' Breakfast All Day Pairs Mini Waffles with Babybel Cheese
Savory Breakfast Bites
Amylu's Breakast Bites are Free from Gluten, Nitrates and Nitrites
Heat-and-Eat Breakfast Sandwiches
Mason Dixie's Frozen Breakfast Sandwiches Elevate Fast Food
Grab-and-Go Pancake Cups
Belgian Boys' Pancakes & Go Cups are Made to Heat, Mix and Go
Celebratory Convenience Market Menus
7-Eleven, Inc. Launches an Array of New Food Items and Deals
Savory-Sweet Bakery Sandwiches
The Panera Bread Breakfast Menu Has New Sandwiches and More
Versatile Frozen Omelettes
The Happy Egg Co's Frozen Omelettes are a Quick Breakfast Option
Ready-To-Eat Breakfast Bowls
NuVue Foods Just Introduced a New Craver Bowl Line
Convenient Meal Kits
Momofuku and Milk Bar Collaborate to Provide a Two-Course Meal
Low-Cost Diner Breakfast Promotions
The Huddle House Back-to-School Value Meals Start at $5.99
Fried Egg-Flavored Snacks
Torres Fried Egg Potato Chips Blend Breakfast with Snack Time
Regionally Inspired Meal Kits
HelloFresh & Colavita's Ciao, Italia Recipes Share a Taste of Italy
Fruity Yogurt Easter Snacks
Welch's Fruit 'n Yogurt Eggs are an Alternative Easter Treat
Convenient Breakfast Meals
Little Spoon Has Introduced New Breakfast Options for Youth
Gen Z Breakfast Campaigns
'Start the Day the Totino’s Way' Targets Teens Who Skip Morning Meals
Longevity-Boosting Frozen Meals
Blue Zones Kitchens Makes the Blue Zone Diet Accessible
Dessert-Inspired Greek Yogurts
Chobani is Introducing the 'Chobani Creations' Greek Yogurt Line
Artisan-Inspired Summertime Cafe Menus
This New Dunkin’ Menu Offers New Twists on Classics
Low-Cost Breakfast Snack Wraps
Hardee's Breakfast Wraps Come in Four Varieties
Film-Inspired Cooking Series
The Cooking with Pixar Series Brings Fictional Dishes to Life
Virally Inspired Virtual Menus
The Creator's Kitchen As Seen on TikTok Menu is Ever-Changing
Whimsical Movie Diner Menus
This New IHOP Menu Celebrates the Upcoming IF Movie
Kid-Friendly Combo Meals
Kidfresh's Easy Combo Meals for Kids Reduce Mealtime Meltdowns
Late-Night Chicken Shop Pop-Ups
Bird's Eye Launched a New Range with an Exclusive Experience
Dressed-Up Breakfast Campaigns
Joe & the Juice Invites Customers to Get Chic for Breakfast
Snackable Pasta Chips
S'noods Turn Pasta from a Dinner Staple into Mid-Day Bites
Video Game-Themed Pancakes
IHOP Teamed Up with SEGA on the New Sonic’s Blue Blur Special
Ready-to-Eat Retailer Snacks
These New 7-Eleven Menu Items are Arriving This Summer
Toaster-Ready Griddle Pancakes
Belgian Boys' Griddle Pancakes Simplify European-Style Pancakes
Festive Americana Restaurant Menus
The Big Biscuit Seasonal Menu is Packed with Comforting Fare
Restaurant-Inspired Salad Kits
Fresh Express Hot or Cold Salad and Noodle Meal Kits are Versatile
French Toast Ice Creams
Jeni’s Breakfast Day Collection Now Has a New Flavor
Nutritious Miniature Waffles
Evergreen's Frozen Waffles Share a Serving of Fruits and Vegetables
Bakery Dessert Menus
Panera Announced the 'Little Big Treats' Menu with New Delicacies
Confection-Inspired Cereal Cups
These New Cereal Cups Come in Four Familiar Flavors
Kefir-Made Overnight Oat Pots
Biotiful Kefir Overnight Oats Come in Two Flavor Options
Sizzling Skillet Breakfast Meals
Denny’s is Launching New Three Sizzlin’ Breakfast Skillets
Cheesy Macaroni Breakfast Wraps
The McDonald's Singapore Crispy Mac ‘N Cheesy Wrap is Savory
Vitamin-Rich Breakfast Bowls
Sweet Nothings' Açaí Bowls Make Quick, Nourishing Morning Meals
Donut Hole-Style Pancakes
Polly’s Pies is Adding a New Pancake Bite Breakfast Plate Option
Winter Weather Breakfast Pastries
Pop-Tarts Frosted Marshmallow Hot Cocoa Has a Classic Flavor
Game-Inspired Breakfast Menus
IHOP Launches an Xbox Collaboration Featuring an Indiana Jones Menu
Hash Brown Breakfast Wraps
McDonald’s Canada's New Breakfast Wraps Come in Three Varieties
Bagel-Inspired Noodle Cups
Fans Inspired Cup Noodles Everything Bagel with Cream Cheese
French Toast Breakfast Meals
Cracker Barrel is Offering a Cinnamon Swirl French Toast Breakfast
Breakfast Menu Fusions
Wendy's Debuts its Chicken Strips and French Toast Sticks Bundled Together
Dad-Honoring Baked Goods
These Crumbl Cookie Father’s Day Treats Include Two New Options
Beef-Centered Thanksgiving Menus
Pre Brands' Flip the Bird Challenges Seasonal Dining Traditions
Snackable Pancake Bites
Belgian Boys' Bite-Sized Pancakes are a Sweet, Anytime Treat
On-Demand Breakfast Pizzas
PizzaForno's Automated Pizzerias Bake Pizzas in Less Than Three Minutes
Drinkable Porridge Soup Refreshments
These DyDo Canned Porridge Soups Come in Two Flavors
Waffle-Made Breakfast Tacos
Huddle House MVP Waffle Tacos Come in Two Varieties
Post-Surf Burritos
Rubio's x Colapinto Brothers' Introduce the 'All-World Breakfast Burrito'
Plant-Based Breakfast Burritos
JUST Egg Breakfast Burritos Come in Two Flavor Options
All-Day Cuisine Pie Products
These New Pukka Products are Suited for Enjoying Breakfast to Dinner
Authentic Heat-and-Eat Meals
Nona Lim Instant Noodle Bowls and Heat & Serve Meat Entrees are Tasty
Clarified Cereal Milk Cocktails
The Neon Milk Punch is Infused with Fruity Pebbles
Seasonal QSR Breakfast Menus
Dunkin' Showcases its Iconic Seasonal Menu Ahead of the Holidays
Ghee-Roasted Granolas
Panjiri Granola by Babo's Kitchen Has an Unconventional First Ingredient
Breakfast-Inspired Yogurt Bites
Fit & Flex Cranberry Oats Granola & Yogurt Mini Bites are Crunchy
Whimsically Themed Holiday Cookbooks
This Disney Parks Holidays Cookbook Features 100 Dishes
Seasonal Eggnog Pancakes
Ruby Slipper Just Added New Gingerbread Eggnog Pancakes for the Holidays
Appetizer-Themed Holiday Campaigns
Summer Fresh® Debuted 12 Days of Appetizer Recipes
Cookie-Stuffed Belgian Waffles
IHOP Just Unveiled a Oreo Cookie Crumble Belgian Waffle
Savory Egg Croffles
Spoke & Hub Added Savory Croffles to its All-Day Breakfast Menu
Croissant-Based Breakfast Sandwiches
Panera Has a New Croissant Bacon, Egg & Cheese Sandwich
Bagel-Inspired Breakfast Sandwiches
The 7-Eleven Everything Bagel Breakfast Sandwich is Savory
Premiumized Frozen Meals
By Andrew Zimmern Frozen Entrées Elevate Classic Comfort Foods
Latin Cuisine-Inspired Cafe Menus
The Latest Dunkin' Spring Menu is Arriving Now
Microwavable Peanut Noodle Bowls
This Spicy Peanutty Noodle Bowl with Chicken is Microwave-Ready
Versatile Protein-Rich Breakfast Products
These Premier Protein Breakfast Products are Flavorful
Clean Microwavable Meals
Good To-Go's Microwavable Meal Cups Simplify Favorite Recipes
Sweet-Savory Breakfast Pairings
Wendy’s Canada Has a New Chicken Strips & French Toast Sticks Duo
Breakfast Hashbrown Bites
Jack in the Box is Tesing New Breakfast Skillet Bites
Frozen Sausage Breakfast Bowls
Trader Joe's Chicken Sausage Breakfast Bowl is Ready in Minutes
Homestyle Egg-Free Scrambles
The Amy's Kitchen Frozen Breakfast Line Replaces Egg with Tofu
Puffy Savory Breakfast Pastries
Shipley Do-Nuts' Egg & Cheese Kolaches Appeal to Gen Z
Breakfast-Ready Doner Wraps
German Doner Kebab's New Breakfast Menu Includes a Big Breakfast Wrap
Film-Celebrating Diner Menus
The IHOP Wonka Menu Has Many Fantastical Options
Spicy QSR Breakfast Burritos
Wendy's Breakfast Burrito is a Tex-Mex Take on a Classic Option
Carnival-Themed Brunch Menus
Ruby Slipper is Serving Up New Orleans-Style Brunch for Mardi Gras
Flavorful Veggie Side Dishes
Bob Evans Farmhouse Favorites Vegetable Sides Come in Three Options
Minty Hot Cocoa Pancakes
Snooze A.m. Eatery is Serving Nana’s Hot Cocoa Pancakes for the Holidays
Breakfast Burrito Menus
Beyond Juicery Just Added a Avocado, Egg & Cheddar Breakfast Burrito
Egg Mousse Breakfast Sandwiches
Joe & The Juice Just Unveiled a New Eggcado Breakfast Sandwich
Festive Peppermint Pancake Breakfasts
Ruby New Slipper's Peppermint Wonderland Dish is Extra Sweet
French Toast Breakfast Sandwiches
Jenny Lee Sammiches Come in Two Varieties
Oven-Ready Breakfast Bakes
Trader Joe's Has a New Chicken Sausage & Cheddar Cheese Breakfast Bake
All American Breakfast Platters
Perkins New Great American Trio Has Everything You Need
Freshly Added Breakfast Wraps
BK Breakfast Wraps Now Arrive in 3 New Variations
Burger-Inspired Breakfast Menus
These Shake Shack Breakfast Sandwiches are Arriving in the UK
Convenience Store Breakfast Burritos
These New 7-Eleven Breakfast Burritos Come in Two Varieties
Creamy Croissant-Style Donuts
Eggs Up Grill Just Added Strawberries & Cream Croissant-Style Donuts
Southern-Inspired Lunch Menus
Another Broken Egg Cafe Has Added New Lunch Duos for the Fall
Grab-and-Go Breakfast Puddings
Power-Up n’Go Breakfast Pudding is Fortified with Vitamins
Artisan-Inspired Diner Menus
Denny's Permanent Menu Now Has Nine New Options
Asian-Inspired Sliders
White Castle Concocted Unique Slider Recipes for National Noodle Day
Low-Cost QSR Breakfast Meals
Burger King $5 Breakfast Bundles Come in Three Options
Celebrity Chef Cuisine Products
Nana’s Chicken & Waffles Launched a Series of Products
Breakfast-style Tater Tots
New Breakfast Tots are Currently Being Tested at Taco Bell
Strawberry Pancake Mixes
Breakfast is Served with This Strawberries & Crème Pancake & Waffle Mix
Tri-Colored Breakfast Platters
There's a New Red, White & Blueberry Farmer’s Choice at Bob Evans
Ready-Made Rice Sides
Café Spice's Microwavable Side Dishes Simplify Mealtime
Magical Chocolatier Menus
IHOP's Wonka-Inspired Menu is Full of Whimsical Eats
Hearty Breakfast-Centric Tortas
Taco Cabana Has Added a Bacon & Egg Torta Ahead of Cinco de Mayo
Diner Breakfast Dog Foods
Fromm Family Foods' Diner Line Takes After Classic American Meals
Dedicated Hashbrown Casserole Menus
Huddle House is Serving Up Four Hashbrown Casserole Dishes
All-Day Diner Breakfast Tacos
IHOP Anytime Tacos Come with Two Servings in Three Flavor Options
Tex-Mex QSR Breakfast Tacos
Taco Bell Toasted Breakfast Tacos Have Eggs, Meat and More
Remixed Holiday Diner Dishes
These IHOP Holiday Meals Come in Two Limited-Edition Varieties
Shrimp Benedict Brunch Dishes
Another Broken Egg Café Has a New Creole Shrimp Benedict
Piquant Breakfast Burgers
The Carl's Jr. Spicy Breakfast Burger Offers an Alternative Morning Meal
Caramelized French Toast Dishes
Eggs Up Grill is Serving Up Crème Brulée French Toast This Winter
Jackfruit Breakfast Sandwiches
Jack & Annie’s Vegetarian Breakfast Sandwiches Have Protein & Fibre
Restaurant-Quality Asian Cuisine Meals
These Authentic Asia Frozen Meals Come in Seven Recipes
Indulgent Diner Waffle Menus
The IHOP Seasonal Waffle Menu is Available Now
Fruit-Topped Breakfast Tacos
Black Bear Diner is Serving Up New Island Breakfast Tacos
Cheesy Jalapeño Diner Snacks
These Johnny Rockets Jalapeño Popper Menu Items are Piquant
Convenient QSR Breakfast Burritos
The Roy Rogers Breakfast Burrito is Packed with Fresh Fare
Gourmet Pancake Stack Menus
Sunny Street Café Has Unveiled Its New Fancy Pancake Menu