Take a fresh look at brunch’s undisputed power pairing — eggs and waffles — with innovative ideas and on-trend options to dress up your menu just in time for Easter.
’Tis the season to load up your basket with creative brunch ideas made for today’s adventurous global palates — plus plenty of ways to hit those in-demand newstalgia notes.
Epic Eggs
The big shot of every brunch menu, eggs are pure protein bombs that deliver versatility with a gotta-have-it, nutritional base. This Easter, let’s shine the spotlight on cage-free eggs. This mode of production means hens are housed with unlimited access to food and water, and they have the freedom to roam during the laying cycle.
Cage-free shell eggs and liquid eggs from Nature’s Best Dairy® are dependable, nutrient-rich with essential amino acids, and adaptable for different kinds of service. For these Easter LTOs, we’re skipping the scrambled and cracking open some dynamic dishes:
1. Loco Moco: Hawaii’s famous kicked-up salisbury steak is crowned with a sunny-side-upper (or try it with turkey!).
2. Huevos Divorciados: Mexican fried eggs on tortillas with a yin-and-yang of salsas.
3. Chipsi Mayai: A spicy french fry–stuffed omelet (yesssss) that’s a popular Tanzanian street food.
4. Pastrami Croque Madame: Parisian café plus American deli equals deliciousness.
5. Nature’s Best Mimosa Eggs: Not-what-you-think French-style deviled eggs (pair with a legit Rejuv® mimosa).
6. Contigo® Birria Beef Eggs Benedict: A surprising south-of-the-border benny.
7. And don’t forget about breakfast pizza — personal or shareable. Bring on the breakfast vibes by pairing eggs with industry-leading authentic Roma® pizza dough. Two ideas to get you started: Potato Breakfast Pizza and The Ultimate Breakfast Pizza.
Winning Waffles
Brunch’s other superstar, waffles are wildly multi-purpose and effortlessly deliver on your kitchen’s cross-utilization goals.
Sweet or savory. Simple or flashy. Housemade or ready-made — try Heritage Ovens® Premium Brussels Waffles, with deep holes for max crispness and a light-and-airy inside. Anyway you stack ’em, waffles help you come out on top:
1. “Brunchy” Seafood & Waffles: Fried Empire’s Treasure® Cod with a sunny egg and swicy jalapeño-maple combo.
2. Chicken ‘n’ Waffle Pops: Dip a tender in batter for an all-ages brunch-on-a-stick.
3. Belgian Banana Foster Waffles: Your guests will never want plain ol’ syrup again!
4. Waffle Sammies: Swap out the bun and brunchify your most popular burgers and sliders.
5. Lobster Waffle Salad: A delight for the high-end palate.
6. Dessert Waffles: Add ice cream for a sweet sundae treat — my Nana’s specialty was golden vanilla with sliced strawberries and fresh whipped cream.
7. Mac & Cheese Pulled Pork Waffle: A sassy daypart switcheroo.
Famous Faves
Take eggs and waffles into the celebrity stratosphere as well. Level-up with inspiration from a modern megastar:
- Aside from the Easter Bunny, no hopping hare is bigger than Bad Bunny. Centered on a deep love for his native Puerto Rican cuisine, Bad Bunny–inspired plates could make diners who dig international flavors get up and dance.
The Grammy winner goes nuts for coconut desserts, so tee up tembleque — a traditional coconut pudding — as a waffle topping. Add Magellan® Dried Coconut for texture and drizzle with a tropical sauce for a TikTok-able dish. Or try out another of his go-to’s: a straight-up supple mofongo starring garlicky mashed fried plantains crowned with a gorgeous sunny egg, perfect for brunch. Cocktail pairing: Bad Bunny loves a refreshing beber conmigo with tequila and citrus notes.
That’s a wrap! Get your spring brunch menu — and your restaurant — hoppin’ for the holiday and all season long!