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Last updated on February 16th, 2025 at 08:32 pm
Love is in the air, and what better way to start Valentine’s Day than with a delicious (and beautiful) breakfast board?
Why a Valentine’s Day Breakfast Board is the Perfect Surprise
Let’s be honest, anyone can make dinner reservations, but there’s something special about starting the day with a thoughtfully-prepared breakfast spread.
This heart-themed breakfast board isn’t just breakfast; it’s an experience, a visual feast that shows how much you care. And, it’s way easier to create than you might think.
Who to Share It With
While this board is perfect for surprising your sweetheart on Valentine’s Day, don’t let that limit you! Share it with your kids for a special birthday breakfast, treat your mom on Mother’s Day, or gather your best friends for a “Galentine’s Day” celebration. There’s no wrong time to serve up this beautiful spread.
Making It Special Any Time of Year
This breakfast board concept works beautifully year-round. Skip the heart shapes and romantic decorations, and you’ve got a stunning brunch spread perfect for:
- Weekend family breakfasts
- Holiday morning celebrations
- Baby or bridal shower brunches
- A “just because” treat for someone special
- Any time you want to make ordinary moments extraordinary
What You’ll Need for Your Valentine’s Day Board
Before we dive in, let’s gather our ingredients.
The Star of the Show
Fresh, warm heart-shaped waffles that are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Trust me, the shape makes them taste better–it’s science! (Okay, maybe not, but they’re definitely more fun.)
Supporting Cast
Strawberry Swiss roll slices (you can buy these or make your own) and mini croissants add that perfect balance of buttery and sweet elements. The heart-shaped sugar cookies? They’re not just for dessert anymore, friends.
The Sweet Stuff
We’re adding Nutella (because chocolate is non-negotiable on Valentine’s Day), plus cream cheese and jam to add both color and flavor to our romantic spread.
Creating Your Masterpiece
The magic starts with the waffles.
1. Begin by mixing your dry ingredients first–this ensures everything is evenly distributed.
2. As you’re combining wet and dry ingredients, remember, gradual mixing is key for tender waffles.
3. That heart-shaped waffle maker isn’t just cute–it’s essential to our Valentine’s Day theme. Let it heat up properly before you start cooking.
The Art of Assembly
Think of your board as a canvas where you’re creating edible art. Here’s how to make the perfect presentation:
- Create height variation by stacking some waffles, while laying others flat. This gives your board dimension and makes it more visually interesting.
- Arrange the spreads in small bowls, creating little color pops throughout the board.
- Scatter berries around like confetti–they add gorgeous color and flavor.
Making It Extra Special
- Dust everything with powdered sugar.
- Add edible roses or sugar flowers for an extra romantic touch.
- Drizzle honey in elegant streams across the fruit.
- Sprinkle pecans or walnuts for a delightful crunch.
Pro Tips
- Prep what you can the night before. Cut fruit, gather supplies, and measure dry ingredients.
- Have your board and serving pieces ready before you start cooking.
- Keep the waffles warm in a low-temperature oven while you finish assembling.
When it all comes together, you’ll have created more than just breakfast–you’ll have made a memorable Valentine’s Day moment that starts the day with love, creativity, and of course, plenty of delicious treats.
Remember, the best part about this breakfast board isn’t just how it looks or tastes–it’s the love and thought you put into creating it, and the joy of sharing it with people who matter most.
Whether it’s Valentine’s Day or just another Tuesday, this breakfast board has a way of turning any morning into a celebration. After all, sometimes the sweetest memories are made as we’re sharing a meal with the ones we love.
Valentine's Day Breakfast Board
Equipment
- heart-shaped waffle maker
- tray or board
Ingredients
Ingredients For the Waffles
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Accompaniments
- 2-3 mini croissants store-bought or homemade
- 4-6 slices Swiss roll preferably strawberry vanilla
- 4-6 heart-shaped sugar cookies or whole wheat sugar cookies
- 1 cup cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup Nutella or any type of chocolate spread
- 1/2 cup red jam strawberry or raspberry
- 1 cup strawberries hulled and halved
- 1 cup blueberries
Optional Toppings
- powdered sugar
- honey
- pecans or walnuts
- edible roses
- sugar flowers/heart jellies
Instructions
Instructions for the Waffles:
- Preheat the heart-shaped waffle maker.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until smooth. Add the butter, and stir again.
- Pour the batter into the preheated waffle maker, and cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Assemble the Board:
- Place the heart-shaped waffles on a large serving board.
- Arrange the croissants around the waffles. Add the Swiss roll slices and the heart-shaped cookies.
- Add small bowls of cream cheese, Nutella, and jam to the board.
- Spread berries around the croissants and waffles.
- Dust the waffles and croissants with powdered sugar, and drizzle honey over the berries, and cream cheese.
- Serve immediately.
Also read:
10 Amazing Butter Boards to Serve at Your Next Get-Together
Breakfast DIY Charcuterie Board: A Perfect Weekend Brunch
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