Start your day with something delicious.
Some of us greet the day with a smile on our facesothers take a little convincing.
But nothing can you persuade you to have a better day than a good Southern breakfast.

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We’ve pulled together a few new yet familiarfavorite breakfast recipesto make gettingout of beda little easier.
These cinnamon buns are relatively hassle-free and straightforward to start any day on a sweet note.
Allowing enough time for the cinnamon rolls to rise makes them moist and fluffy.

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Customize the dish to your preferences using sausage instead of ham or American or Cheddar cheese instead of Swiss.
Big-Batch Apple-Cinnamon Pancakes
One huge benefit of this recipe?
It’s also packed with apples, which is perfect for fall or any time of year.

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This recipe takes a classic grits recipe and spins it into an immensely flavorful breakfast casserole.
This casserole capitalizes on that idea, using that tasty base alongside showstopping cheddar-cornmeal biscuits.
With homemade Blueberry-Maple Syrup, this breakfast is so sweet.

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A scoop of vanilla ice cream could turn it into the dessert of your dreams.
This recipe even accommodates frozen blueberries making it the perfect year-round muffin.
Praline Pull-Apart Bread
This indulgent bread tastes as good as it looks.

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Deep-Dish Loaded Hash Brown Casserole
This recipe is so good you might make itevery weekend.
Start with bacon and Cheddar cheese, and add garnishes ranging from cherry tomatoes to chopped scallions.
Easy Homemade Pancakes
Everyone loves something easy!

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Yes, we usually associate the flavors with fall, but this recipe is perfect year-round.
Pair your cinnamon rolls with fresh fruit for a more balanced breakfast.
Cream Cheese-Banana-Nut Bread
We always say, “Yes, like!”

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In this recipe, an entire block of cream cheese gives this batter a delicious flavor.
Mix it up by slightly changing the toppings to deliver a stand-out flavor.
Substitute Gala or Pink Lady apples if Fuji apples are unavailable.

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With layers of sour cream batter and a pecan crumble mixture, every bite is bliss.
Let it cool for at least two hours before serving.
French Toast Dippers
Dare to dip with these oh-so-delicious French Toast Dippers.

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Three different dipping sauces provide something sweet for every Southerner at your table.
Choose from Vanilla Bean-Cream Cheese, Strawberry-Ginger, or Maple-Pecan Dipping Sauce (or perhaps all three!)
Add an icing drizzle to take them over the top.

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Oatmeal is the perfect example of this truth.
Customize this dish with seasonal fruits and your choice of nuts.
Praline-Pecan French Toast
Yes, we did.

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Try it with French bread, challah, or sweet Italian bread for texture variety.
Try usingpumpkin breadin the fall for some flavor variety.
One online reviewer claims this Praline-Pecan French Toast recipe is “sinfully delicious.”

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While eating it may be decadent, it sure isn’t sinful.
Your guests will be asking for the recipe before they can even clean their plates.
It’s unassuming but absolutely delicious and a true Southern favorite.

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It blends classic Southerners' ingredientsmilk, butter, grits, eggs, and cheese.
Add a sprinkle of crumbled breakfast sausage or diced baked ham for added bulk.
Don’t limit this crowd-pleaser to breakfast or brunch.

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Garnish with finely chopped green scallions and paprika.
Serve with the remaining hollandaise.
Breakfast Enchiladas
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Prepare your dream breakfast the night before.

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Add your favorite enchilada toppings and customize them based on your family’s preferences.
Lemon Poppyseed Muffins
Deliciously classic, these citrusy muffins taste brighter than a ray of morning sunshine.

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