15 Dessert Recipes That Are Actually Better as Breakfast

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Breakfast has a reputation for being the most important meal of the day. But every now and then, those of us with a sweet tooth need to satisfy our cravings before lunch. Classic options like French toast or cinnamon rolls certainly do the trick, but if you want to try something different, why not whip up a dessert that’s even better as a breakfast recipe? To help, we’ve gathered 15 desserts to try out as a sunrise meal. From strawberry shortcake to country apple dumplings, there are plenty of sweet recipes you probably wouldn’t think to try in the morning.

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Banana Cake

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While bananas and banana bread are often enjoyed for breakfast, there's no good reason banana cake isn't. "A WOW!!! cake," says reviewer Sereneblue. "Brilliantly easy and simply scrumptious!"

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Whole Orange Blender Cake

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Oranges are perfect to eat when the sun is coming up in the morning. So is this blender cake, which uses a whole orange. “This whole orange blender cake is a pretty domed loaf, nicely sweet with big orange flavor, and even a tantalizing hint of delightful bitterness,” says recipe tester and developer Juliana Hale. “It’s also nice to have only the blender jar to wash when you’re done!”

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Cinnamon Nutmeg Coffee Cake

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Coffee cake is one of those recipes that can be enjoyed anytime of day. I prefer coffee cake most in the morning, and this cozy recipe is no different. “This coffee cake is classic and so simple to make,” says recipe developer Erin Jeanne McDowell. “It’s perfect for a holiday breakfast, or as a snacking cake.”

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Strawberry Lemon Cheesecake Rolls

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“These rolls have a little bit of everything in one—and I love that!” said recipe tester Amanda Stanfield. “Perfect for really any time of the day, too—breakfasts, snacks, or for dessert. These hit the spot.”

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Sticky Rice with Passion Fruit Sauce

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“This sticky rice with passion fruit sauce and coconut milk is a subtly sweet Thai dessert often served with fresh mango,” says recipe tester and developer Kathryn Hendrix, RDN, LD. “Here, passion fruit adds sour and snap.”

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Apple Cake

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This recipe allows you to grab that apple on the way out the door in the morning—but in cake form, obviously. "This apple cake is very easy to make using diced apples, applesauce, and basic pantry ingredients to make a delicious fall treat," says Allrecipes member Judy Richardson. "The cake tastes delicious, stores well, and is so moist it doesn't need frosting."

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Bananas Foster Crispy Rice

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“For this bananas Foster crispy rice, caramelized bananas, ice cream, toasted pecans, and a rum caramel sauce sit atop a sweet-salty disc of butter-fried crisp sushi rice,” says recipe tester and developer Marianne Williams. The result is a delicious cross between rice pudding and bananas Foster that could easily be eaten as a sweet breakfast.

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Crêpes Suzette

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While crêpes are often enjoyed for breakfast, this Suzette-style recipe is more of a dessert. But a crêpe is still a crêpe. "The warm crêpes are served in a buttery orange sauce flavored with orange liqueur that's set alight in the pan," says recipe tester and developer Julia Levy. "This flambéed dessert will have your guests ooh-ing and aah-ing for days!"

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Simple Lemon Cake

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If you are craving something fresh and fruity in the morning, give this easy lemon cake a try. "My family raved about this lemon cake. I added a light lemon glaze I made with lemon zest, lemon juice and powdered sugar," says reviewer Grandma G. "Delicious!"

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Strawberry Shortcake

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Strawberry shortcakes generally aren't the heaviest desserts, so they make a wonderful, berry-flavored breakfast. This strawberry shortcake is the classic, biscuit-style, making it perfect for the morning. "The cake is sliced in half and layered with sweet juicy strawberries and whipped cream for a delicious summer treat," says Allrecipes member Denyse.

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Country Apple Dumplings

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"These apple dumplings are delicious," says Allrecipes member docswife. "Oh my goodness—who knew that fresh apples, crescent roll dough, and citrus soda could make such a wonderful treat?"

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The Best Blueberry Bread Pudding

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“Fresh blueberries, tangy sourdough bread, and a creamy custard make this blueberry bread pudding a definite crowd-pleaser,” says Chef John. “It’s got the perfect amount of sweetness, the perfect level of richness, and the perfect ratio between soft, custardy bread on the inside, and crispy, brown, buttery bread on the outside.”

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Pistachio Chocolate Baklava

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“This pistachio chocolate baklava is crisp and golden, made of buttery layers of phyllo with pistachio cream, milk chocolate, and chopped pistachio filling,” says Senior Producer Nicole McLaughlin. Bake a pan for the week and enjoy this treat with your morning coffee.

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Cherry Tarts

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"With so many ways to enjoy fresh cherries, these cherry tarts are one of my favorites," says Allrecipes member Pat Bernitt. "They can be served warm or chilled, and we like them with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkling of chocolate shavings."

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Old Fashioned Peach Cobbler

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Fresh, baked fruit should be eaten more in the morning, and why not try some peaches? "This old-fashioned peach cobbler recipe reminds me of the yummy dessert I ate as a young girl in Southeast Missouri," says Allrecipes member ELETA. "No shortcuts here. Fresh peaches and homemade crust are worth every minute. Absolutely delicious served warm with vanilla ice cream. Never any leftovers with this dessert!"

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