21 Vegan Brunch Recipes

Perfect for vegan brunch? Waffles! These vegan waffles are light, fluffy, and just so happen to be plant based. Even better, the ingredients are simple: flour, sugar, oil, oat or almond milk, and spices. Add a sweet tart homemade strawberry sauce, which takes them over the top.

Try these Vegan Banana Pancakes! These babies are fast, easy and so delicious: and leftovers make for great snacks, slathered in nut butter with a hint of maple syrup. This vegan brunch recipe is so easy to make using simple ingredients: no need for any egg substitutes! 

If you love this hearty Southern-style breakfast but also want to cut back on meat, this is the perfect way to indulge! The creamy, savory mushroom gravy is every bit as comforting and cozy as a sausage country gravy. And the vegan biscuits are impossibly flaky.

Here’s the ideal vegan brunch recipe, easy and full of irresistible flavor: banana baked oatmeal! This incredible recipe is wholesome and filling, and it’s made with good-for-you ingredients: mostly oats and bananas. It happens to be a vegan, but it pleases absolutely everyone.

Want a knock-out vegan brunch idea? Look no further than this easy tofu scramble. It tastes similar to the flavor and texture of scrambled eggs: and it’s so hearty and satisfying. Make up a big batch for a crowd!

Here's a fun make-ahead vegan brunch item that fits in the palm of your hand: Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies! It's a bit of magic: oats, nut butter, applesauce, and maple syrup transform into cookies that you can eat for breakfast. There’s none of those traditional cookie ingredients: no flour, no butter, no oil, and no refined sugar. 

You haven’t lived until you’ve tried homemade hash browns. The standard method uses a skillet and comes out beautifully crispy, but you can only make 1 pound of potatoes at once. Enter: Oven Hash Browns! This method is easy, hands off, and you can make double the potatoes: perfect for a crowd at vegan brunch. They come out unbelievably crispy and salted to perfection!

Looking for the epitome of an easy vegan brunch idea? Try overnight oats! There’s no cooking involved here: in fact, you can mix up a jar in just 2 minutes! Leave rolled oats in the fridge overnight with milk, and it magically makes them into a sort of porridge. Eat them cold topped with berries or nut butter.

This vegan banana bread tastes just as good as a standard loaf (or better?). Just like our vegan cornbread and vegan apple muffins, people will say, “I’d never think this was vegan!” Because baking without eggs and butter is just as delicious.

Need vegan brunch inspiration? Try a quick and easy Smoothie Bowl! Instead of sipping the fruity puree through a straw, try it in a bowl loaded up with toppings. It’s a satisfying blend of textures and flavors that admittedly tastes more like dessert!

These vegan apple muffins are perfectly fluffy and moist, ideal for brunchi! The best part? A crunchy apple streusel muffin topping: it gives each bite a perfectly sweet crunch, without being overly sugary. It’s one of our very favorite apple recipes. 

Want a fun brunch idea? Try Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bowls! Cook up a pot of oats the right way, and it tastes like a dream! This recipe makes for chewy toasted oats, then let eaters add the toppings of their choice: peanut butter, jelly or jam, fruit sauces, fresh fruit and more!

What’s better than a fresh scone at brunch? For a stellar plant-based version of this popular baked good, try these Vegan Scones! They come out golden and lightly sweet, an ideal morning treat for weekends or entertaining. Like a good scone, they’re scented with vanilla and orange zest (non-negotiable, we think).

These thin potato rounds are browned in a skillet until they’re crispy and golden. And the seasoning is perfect: just the right amount of smoky, salty, and savory. With the hint of sweetness from the potatoes, there’s a lot going on with only a few ingredients. (Use the olive oil option listed in the recipe.)

Looking for French toast? This vegan version is made with just 7 ingredients! It's deliciously crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. And, it’s made in 30 minutes! via Jessica in the Kitchen

No need for eggs for shakshuka! This Vegan Shakshuka is a quick and easy dish that makes a delicious brunch! Vegan tofu eggs are cooked in flavourful tomato sauce that will please everyone. via Jessica in the Kitchen

No eggs required for this frittata, either! A vegan frittata is perfect for brunch and made right on a sheet pan! The filling features burst tomatoes, caramelized onions and sautéed mushrooms: great for a special meal with friends and family. via Jessica in the Kitchen

This tasty vegan breakfast taco features tofu and Southwestern spices, making for a filling that tastes even better than scrambled eggs! Try it as a scramble or in breakfast tacos with avocado, roasted potatoes and hot sauce.

We know what you're thinking: vegan quiche? Yes, thanks to the magic of tofu! The eggy tofu filling is loaded with burst tomatoes, sweet caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, and spinach, and it's baked in a flaky, buttery crust. via Jessica in the Kitchen

What's a more classic vegan brunch item than avocado toast? Slather toast with mashed avocado and top with fun fillings. Try pickled onions, Everything Bagel seasoning, fresh tomatoes, and more! via Jessica in the Kitchen

Here's a fun vegan brunch idea: chia pudding! It's made with only 5 ingredients, high in fiber, and a fun and filling brunch option. Chia seeds add body to the rich, chocolaty pudding. via Jessica in the Kitchen