Build Your Dream Valentines Day Breakfast Board
Celebrate love and sweetness with our delightful Valentine’s Day Breakfast Board. Perfect for sharing with family or surprising your special someone, this board is filled with delicious treats and is one of the best Valentine’s Day breakfast board ideas.
Featuring heart waffles, mini croissants, Swiss roll slices, and heart-shaped sugar cookies, this spread is sure to impress. With easy-to-assemble items like cream cheese, Nutella, and fresh berries, it’s one of the most easy Valentine breakfast ideas that everyone will enjoy. Whether you’re looking for charcuterie board ideas for Valentine’s Day, or creative Valentine’s Day brunch ideas, this breakfast board is a fun and festive option that even the kids will love!
Reasons why you’ll love this recipe♡
- Easy to prepare while looking impressive and festive.
- You can adapt the ingredients to include personal favorites or dietary preferences.
- Guests or loved ones can mix and match items, making it fun and engaging.
Ingredients you’ll need for this recipe
Servings: 4
Waffles:
Additional
Optional toppings
Equipment
Heart-shaped waffle maker
Step by Step Guide
Waffles
Preheat your heart-shaped waffle maker.
In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt, whisking until well blended.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until smooth. Then, incorporate the melted butter and mix until fully combined.
Scoop the batter into the preheated waffle maker and cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions until the waffles are golden brown and crispy.
Serve the heart-shaped waffles warm, topped with your favorite toppings.
Assemble the Board
Place the heart-shaped waffles neatly on a large serving platter.
Surround the waffles with croissants, then arrange the Swiss roll slices and heart-shaped cookies around them.
Add small bowls of cream cheese, Nutella, and red jam to the board.
Place the berries around the croissants and waffles.
Dust the waffles and croissants with powdered sugar. Drizzle honey over the berries and cream cheese.
Serve immediately.
Note
Use a mix of vibrant fruits, varied textures (crunchy, creamy, soft), and contrasting shades for a visually appealing and delicious board.
Recipe FAQ
Q: Can I use a regular waffle maker instead of a heart-shaped one?
A: Yes, a regular waffle maker works fine, though the heart shape adds a romantic touch.
Q: Can I prepare the components ahead of time?
A: Yes, you can prepare the waffles and other baked goods the night before and warm them before serving.
Q: What other fruits can I add?
A: Raspberries, blackberries, bananas, or sliced kiwis are great additions.
Q: Can I make the waffles gluten-free?
A: Yes, use a gluten-free flour blend to make the waffles.
Q: What can I use instead of cream cheese?
A: Greek yogurt, mascarpone, or whipped cream are good substitutes.
Q: Can I add savory elements to the board?
A: Yes, items like egg, cheese cubes, cooked bacon, or mini sausages can add a savory balance.
Q: What type of croissants work best?
A: Both plain and filled croissants (chocolate or almond) work well.
Q: Can I replace Nutella with another spread?
A: Yes, peanut butter, almond butter, or caramel spread are great alternatives.
Q: How can I keep the waffles warm while assembling the board?
A: Place them on a baking sheet in a 200°F (95°C) oven until ready to serve.
Q: Can I use frozen berries?
A: Fresh berries are ideal for presentation, but thawed frozen berries can work in a pinch.
Q: What drinks pair well with this board?
A: Serve it with coffee, tea, hot chocolate, fresh orange juice or this delicious red juice.
Q: How do I make it more festive?
A: Add edible glitter, heart-shaped sprinkles, or a small vase of roses on the table.
Valentine’s Day Breakfast Board
Equipment
- Heart-shaped waffle maker
Ingredients
Waffles:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Additional
- 4-6 slices Swiss roll, preferably strawberry vanilla
- 4-6 heart-shaped sugar cookies
- 2-3 mini croissants, store-bought or homemade
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1/2 cup Nutella (or any type of chocolate spread)
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup red jam, strawberry or raspberry
Optional toppings
- Sugar Flowers/Heart Jellies
- Editable Roses
- Powdered sugar
- Pecans
- Honey
Instructions
Waffles
- Preheat your heart-shaped waffle maker.
- In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt, whisking until well blended.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until smooth. Then, incorporate the melted butter and mix until fully combined.
- Scoop the batter into the preheated waffle maker and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions until the waffles are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve the heart-shaped waffles warm, topped with your favorite toppings.
Assemble the Board
- Place the heart-shaped waffles neatly on a large serving platter.
- Surround the waffles with croissants, then arrange the Swiss roll slices and heart-shaped cookies around them.
- Add small bowls of cream cheese, Nutella, and red jam to the board.
- Place the berries around the croissants and waffles.
- Dust the waffles and croissants with powdered sugar. Drizzle honey over the berries and cream cheese.
- Serve immediately.