New Year's Breakfast Ideas

New Year's Breakfast Ideas

It's a new year, and with it comes room for plenty of new recipes. Whether you're searching for ways to incorporate just a few new dishes into your recipe roundup or refresh your menu altogether, there are plenty of meals you can make to ring in the year 2021 correctly. When it comes to meals, one of our favorites to make (and eat) is breakfast. The possibilities when making breakfast are endless. From sweet to savory, the various New Years breakfast ideas on this list are sure to kick off the new year with a bang. Before choosing a breakfast from this list, we encourage you to first think about your New Year's Day plans. Will you be staying in this new year and falling asleep early? Or, are you prepared to spend New Year's with a chosen few and celebrate until the ball drops? If you're planning on a late-night, try preparing your breakfast beforehand. Having a delicious breakfast ready to eat when you wake up will allow you to sleep in a bit later than usual and catch up on some much-needed rest. Plus, the chances are you'll be hungry as soon as you wake up and won't want to spend time in the kitchen anyway. Now, before you keep scrolling, it's essential to know that not all New Year's dishes are created equal. Various New Year Year's superstitions declare that eating the right foods at the start of the year will bring you an abundance of good luck. If you're searching for a way to ring in a bit of extra luck this year, continue reading about some of the luckiest foods to eat on this special day.

Salmon

Did you know that eating salmon could bring you luck? Especially in the new year! Because fish swim forward, they're considered a lucky food that represents progress. This is particularly true with salmon, as they travel in schools, which also symbolizes prosperity. For a luck-filled new year, start yours off with a plate of salmon.

Potato Latke Waffles

New Year's Breakfast Ideas | Bob's Red Mill Blog Now, if you're wondering how to incorporate fish into this year's breakfast menu, then we have just the recipe for you. These Potato Latke Waffles are a wholesome and satisfying meal to start your day with. Best enjoyed the day they are made; these waffles use Paleo Baking Flour and russet potatoes to create a delicious waffle batter that's paleo-friendly. A nice, savory breakfast alternative, top them with smoked salmon or salmon lox for the ideal meal.

Pomegranates

Pomegranates are another favorite food that tops the list of lucky new year's ingredients. Pomegranates are widely loved in Greece and are known to represent fertility and abundance. It's common in Greek tradition to launch full pomegranates on the floor on New Year's Eve, dispersing their seeds. While this may be a bit more exciting than adding them to your favorite meal, it's surely not as tasty.

Spiced Pomegranate Smoothie

New Year's Breakfast Ideas | Bob's Red Mill Blog If you're looking for a way to have your pomegranates and eat them too, then try out this delicious Spiced Pomegranate Smoothie. A tart and tasty breakfast, this smoothie is easy to make as all ingredients can be prepared beforehand. Warm chai spices, avocado, pomegranates and our Vanilla Protein Powder Nutritional Booster are combined to create a healthy and flavorful breakfast. Loaded with protein, our Bob's Red Mill Nutritional Boosters are an easy-to-add gluten free and vegan source of protein that's full of probiotics and fiber. A spicy way to enter the new year, this smoothie will leave you feeling better than ever.

Ring Shaped Desserts

Ring in 2021 with a ring-shaped treat! Any cake-like treat that's formed into the shape of a ring is believed to signify a full circle of luck for the person eating it. If you wish for a lucky year ahead, skip your usual breakfast and opt for a ring-shaped one instead. While bundt cakes are a New Year's classic, donuts can also be made to add a ring-shaped treat to your breakfast table.

Gluten Free Apple Cider Donuts

New Year's Breakfast Ideas | Bob's Red Mill Blog This tradition is the perfect excuse to make exciting, sweet baked goods like these Gluten Free Apple Cider Donuts to snack on for breakfast. A seasonally-inspired dish, instead of milk reduced apple cider, fresh nutmeg and ground cinnamon, is used to boost flavor. Once the batter has been mixed, the donuts are rolled in a cinnamon-sugar mixture, creating a breakfast that will knock your new year's socks off! This recipe tastes so fresh and delicious; it's as if your local apple farm was brought to your kitchen table.

Cornbread

When it comes to New Year's Day, no one does it quite as the south does. While there are many southern new year's traditions, one of the most famous sayings is "Peas for pennies, greens for dollars and cornbread for gold." That being said, if you're looking to boost your income in the upcoming year, it's best to incorporate one of these into your breakfast. While peas may not be the most breakfast-friendly food, there are several ways you can serve up cornbread as a breakfast option, one of our favorite being muffins!

Honey and Thyme Gluten Free Cornbread Muffins

New Year's Breakfast Ideas | Bob's Red Mill Blog Muffins are the perfect breakfast food. You can make them beforehand, they're easy to eat and they can even be taken on the go! While these Honey and Thyme Gluten Free Cornbread Muffins are all that and more, they're also lucky! Sweet and savory, they're the perfect breakfast treat to grab as soon as you wake up. Enjoy them as is, topped with honey, or as a side to a large plate of eggs. Madie with our Gluten Free 1-to-1 Baking Flour and Gluten Free Medium Cornmeal, they can be enjoyed by nearly everyone!

Grapes

In both Mexico and Spain, one of the most commonly celebrated New Year's traditions is to eat twelve grapes at midnight. Thought to bring luck for all twelve upcoming months, the grapes must be eaten with each clock strike. While this is a fun and exciting competition, it's sure to bring out the competitiveness in those around you.

No Bake Fruit Tart

New Year's Breakfast Ideas | Bob's Red Mill Blog If you're searching for a non-competitive way to incorporate grapes into your New Year's breakfast, whip up this No-Bake Fruit Tart instead! Easy to make and a delicious way to start your day, this fruit tart tastes like a dessert cookingbut it's so much better for you! It's no-bake crust provides a boost of protein that can help your energy levels recover from the night before, plus it's naturally gluten free!

Honey and Apples

Honey is too sweet to be anything but lucky! Said to ensure sweetness for the coming year, this belief dates back to Roman Empire times and is a popular tradition in Jewish culture. While honey alone symbolizes good luck when paired with apple, the luck is multiplied, representing both healing and sweet fortune.

Honey Cheddar Apple Bread

New Year's Breakfast Ideas | Bob's Red Mill Blog Get the best of both worlds this New Year's morning and bake this Honey Cheddar Apple Bread. Honey, cheddar cheese and apples are combined to create a winning combo that will sweeten any deal. Both sweet and savory, this bread is a perfect accompaniment to your morning coffee or tea. For something a bit more filling, try using it to make an open-faced breakfast sandwich. We're confident you won't be disappointed.

Greens

While we previously mentioned the importance of greens, we have yet to talk about how this lucky food can be incorporated into a tasty breakfast dish. Greens symbolize money and prosperity. And, according to southern traditions, greens can also serve to ward off any evil that may come your way. In addition to being lucky, greens are also a great way to boost vitamins and nutrients early on in the day. Adding a handful of greens to your breakfast is sure to start the new year off with bounds of energy!

Mediterranean Quiche Recipe

New Year's Breakfast Ideas | Bob's Red Mill Blog Help ring in the new year with a load of luck with this savory Mediterranean Quiche Recipe! Sun-dried tomatoes and spinach flavor this mouthwatering breakfast quiche, making it an easy dish to make if you're serving a small group. Made with healthy, wholesome ingredients, it's a nutritious meal that will start the new year off with a burst of energy. We hope this list has fulfilled all of your New Year's breakfast cravings and so much more. From lucky grapes to fertility-boosting pomegranates, these New Year's foods are full of tradition and fun. Celebrate with those you love, and enjoy one of these breakfast meals together. If this article has sparked your interest in traditional New Year's foods, read this article to learn more! Have a favorite New Year's breakfast of your own? We'd love to hear what it is. Let us know your favorite dish to dive into in the comments below. From all of us at Bob's Red Mill, Happy New Year!  
Bob's Red Mill
December 28 2020

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