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The Italian Brunch Table

Rooted in my Italian heritage, this collection features recipes that are inspired by the dishes I grew up with. Whether you're craving something sweet with your espresso or looking to impress with a simple antipasto, this is where Italian tradition meets laid-back brunch vibes.

Italian Desserts

Traditional and non-traditional Italian sweet treats.

  • A stack of 4 cuccidati on a plate.
    Italian Fig Cookies (Cuccidati)- A Sicilian Christmas Tradition
  • Close-up of Italian lemon drop cookies on a wire rack with multicolored sprinkles on top.
    Italian Lemon Drop Cookies
  • Espresso panna cotta in small glass jars topped with coffee beans and lemon rind.
    Espresso Coffee Panna Cotta
  • Angled view of baked Italian pignoli cookies on a baking sheet covered with white parchment paper. One cookie has a bite taken out.
    Easy Italian Pignoli Cookies
  • Pizzelle cookies stacked in a panetone wrapper with a bow.
    Panettone Pizzelle
  • Ricotta doughnuts in a fry basket with a red checkered liner.
    Orange Ricotta Zeppole (Italian Ricotta Doughnuts)
  • Lemon pizzelles stacked on top of each other on white wood with lemon in the background.
    Easy Lemon Pizzelle
  • Close-up of salted caramel affogato in a clear glass on a grey tray.
    Salted Caramel Affogato

  • Roasted garlic pesto sauce in a clear jar on a wooden surface.
    Roasted Garlic Pesto Sauce
  • Overhead of Caprese salad on a white platter.
    Heirloom Tomato Caprese Salad
  • Close-up of eggplant caponata in a white bowl with basil leaves on top.
    Sicilian Eggplant Caponata
  • Close-up of panelle on a beige plate with lemon wedges.
    Sicilian Panelle (Italian Chickpea Fritters)
  • Overview of poached eggs in a skillet with tomato sauce with bread.
    Eggs In Purgatory (Poached Eggs in Tomato Sauce)
  • A stack of French toast with berries on a white plate on a blue surface.
    Italian Pandoro French Toast
  • Panettone French toast on a beige platter with orange slices.
    Panettone French Toast
  • Slice of bread pudding with ice cream on top.
    Italian Bread Pudding with Panettone
  • Espresso soda in a glass with a red straw on top of a blue surface.
    Refreshing Espresso Soda
Author looking at the camera holding eggs.

About Jennifer


Oh, hey there! I'm Jennifer, the recipe developer and food photographer behind Brunch and Batter. I've been a seasoned home cook (and nurse) for over 28 years, specializing in unique breakfast recipes, updated lunch classics, and simple, no-fuss desserts. I'm so glad you found me! Read more...

Popular Recipes

  • Close-up of berry granola in a clear mason jar on a wood surface.
    Mixed Berry Granola
  • Three date muffins on a textured pan with brown sugar and dates.
    Brown Sugar Date Muffins
  • Lemon pizzelles stacked on top of each other on white wood with lemon in the background.
    Easy Lemon Pizzelle
  • Close-up of goat cheese-scrambled eggs on a white plate.
    Goat Cheese Scrambled Eggs

Egg-Free Breakfast Ideas

  • Close-up of a cheddar and sage biscuit on a white plate.
    Savory Cheddar and Sage Biscuits
  • Overhead and close-up view of lemon ricotta toast on white parchment paper.
    Lemon Ricotta Raspberry Toast
  • Breakfast banana split with yogurt with fresh fruit and nuts.
    Brûlée Banana Split with Yogurt
  • Candied bacon with rosemary on a wire rack.
    Fig Jam Candied Bacon with Rosemary

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