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Easy Breakfast in Bed Tray Ideas for Mom

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A collection of simple, quick, and delicious breakfast tray recipes perfect for making mornings special with pancakes, berry compote, bacon, and coffee or tea.

Ingredients

  • All-purpose flour (1 cup / 120 g)
  • Baking powder (1½ tsp)
  • Granulated sugar (2 tbsp)
  • Salt (¼ tsp)
  • Milk (1 cup / 240 ml; whole or 2%)
  • Large egg (room temperature)
  • Unsalted butter (2 tbsp, melted)
  • Vanilla extract (1 tsp)
  • Fresh or frozen mixed berries (1 cup / 150 g; blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
  • Honey or maple syrup (2 tbsp)
  • Fresh lemon juice (1 tsp)
  • Bacon strips (4-6 pieces; thick-cut preferred)
  • Cherry tomatoes (½ cup / 75 g)
  • Fresh basil leaves (a handful)
  • Olive oil (1 tbsp)
  • Ground coffee or tea bags (enough for 2 cups)
  • Milk or creamer (optional)
  • Sugar or sweetener (optional)
  • Toasted pecans (2 tbsp; optional)
  • Powdered sugar (for dusting)
  • Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Make the Pancake Batter (10 minutes): In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. In a separate bowl, beat egg with milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Pour wet ingredients into dry and stir gently until just combined; lumps are okay.
  2. Prepare the Berry Compote (10 minutes): In a small saucepan, combine mixed berries, honey or maple syrup, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until berries break down and mixture thickens, about 7-8 minutes. Let cool.
  3. Cook the Bacon (10-12 minutes): In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon strips until crispy, turning occasionally. Drain on paper towels. Alternatively, bake bacon at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes.
  4. Roast Cherry Tomatoes (Optional, 8 minutes): Toss cherry tomatoes with olive oil and salt. Roast at 400°F (200°C) for about 8 minutes until blistered.
  5. Cook Pancakes (15 minutes): Heat non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly grease. Pour ¼ cup batter per pancake. Cook until bubbles form and edges set, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook 2 more minutes until golden. Keep warm.
  6. Brew Coffee or Tea (5 minutes): Prepare 2 cups of coffee or tea. Add milk or sweetener as desired.
  7. Assemble the Tray (5 minutes): Stack 3-4 pancakes, spoon berry compote on top or side, add bacon, roasted tomatoes, garnish with mint and toasted pecans. Place coffee or tea alongside.

Notes

Do not overmix pancake batter; lumps are okay. Use medium heat to avoid burning pancakes. Bacon can be baked for even crispiness. Berry compote can be made ahead and gently reheated. Assemble tray just before serving to keep items fresh. Pancake batter benefits from resting 5-10 minutes for fluffiness.

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