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    Rise and Shine to these 12 Mexican Breakfasts

    Published: Nov 21, 2023 · Updated: Nov 20, 2023 by Maggie Unzueta

    Featuring bold flavors and vibrant colors, these traditional Mexican breakfasts will transport your taste buds to a lively fiesta from the very first bite.

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    Table of Contents

    • 1 Mexican Omelette
    • 2 Huevos con Jamon
    • 3 Huevo en Salsa
    • 4 Torrejas
    • 5 Molletes
    • 6 Café de Olla
    • 7 Chilaquiles Verdes
    • 8 Mexican Breakfast Torta
    • 9 Mexican Breakfast Migas
    • 10 Licuado de Platano (Banana Smoothie)
    • 11 Huevos con Salchicha
    • 12 Sweet Molletes

    Mexican Omelette

    Transform your day with this Mexican Omelette, generously stuffed with various flavors and spices that add a gourmet touch to your breakfast.

    Get the Recipe: Mexican Omelette

    Huevos con Jamon

    Huevos con Jamon is your ideal on-the-go breakfast. This classic Mexican ham and egg dish is low-carb, low-fat, and protein-packed, keeping you full and fueled.

    Get the Recipe: Huevos con Jamon

    Huevo en Salsa

    Huevo en Salsa takes eggs to the next level by smothering them in spicy red salsa. Pair it with warm tortillas for a simple yet delicious breakfast.

    Get the Recipe: Huevo en Salsa

    Torrejas

    Torrejas, the Mexican answer to French toast, are Lenten delights crafted from stale bread and a fluffy egg batter—truly heavenly and satisfying.

    Get the Recipe: Torrejas

    Molletes

    A plate with three molletes surrounded by cilantro and a decorative Mexican napkin.

    Molletes offer versatile enjoyment any time of day, featuring open-faced sandwiches loaded with refried beans, gooey melted cheese, and zesty pico de gallo.

    Get the Recipe: Molletes

    Café de Olla

    Café de la Olla in a decorative Mexican cup with a cinnamon stick.

    Café de Olla brings traditional Mexican flavors to your coffee cup, blending whole cinnamon and piloncillo for an irresistibly sweet start to your day—especially on Sundays!

    Get the Recipe: Cafe de Olla

    Chilaquiles Verdes

    Green Chilaquiles served on a plate and topped with two runny eggs.

    Chilaquiles Verdes is a traditional Mexican recipe that transforms brunch. Think crispy tortillas bathed in tangy tomatillo sauce, crowned with a runny egg and your favorite extras. It’s the ultimate Sunday indulgence!

    Get the Recipe: Chilaquiles Verdes

    Mexican Breakfast Torta

    The Mexican Breakfast Torta is the epitome of brunch excellence, boasting a hearty sandwich filled with creamy avocado, spicy jalapenos, and much more.

    Get the Recipe: Mexican Breakfast Torta

    Mexican Breakfast Migas

    Migas con Huevo serves up authentic Mexican breakfast at its best. Crispy fried tortillas meet scrambled eggs and salsa for the ultimate Sunday brunch experience.

    Get the Recipe: Mexican Migas

    Licuado de Platano (Banana Smoothie)

    Licuado de Plátano is more than a banana smoothie; it’s a Mexican classic featuring ripe bananas, milk, and a dash of cinnamon, ideal for a fast breakfast or quick snack.

    Get the Recipe: Licuado de Platano

    Huevos con Salchicha

    Huevos con Salchicha takes your scrambled eggs to the next level by adding sliced hot dogs. A Mexican breakfast staple that’s as easy as it is satisfying, it’s your go-to for hectic weekday mornings.

    Get the Recipe: Huevos con Salchicha

    Sweet Molletes

    Molletes Dulces piled on a white plate next to single bread that is served on a separate plate.

    Molletes Dulces are sugared, cinnamon-sprinkled bread that’s crispy on the outside and buttery on the inside, making them perfect for either breakfast or a snack.

    Get the Recipes: Molletes Dulces

    More From Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

    • 12 Mexican Salsa Recipes
    • 16 Authentic Mexican Soup Recipes

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    About Maggie Unzueta

    Maggie Unzueta is the writer/blogger, photographer, recipe developer, videographer, and creator of In Mama Maggie's Kitchen. She has been developing easy and authentic Mexican food, Mexican-inspired recipes, and traveling tips since 2010. From family recipes to her extensive travels throughout Mexico, she brings traditional Mexican flavors from South of the Border and into your kitchen. Maggie has been featured in notable culinary websites and other media outlets. For more details, check out her About page.

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