Americans love breakfast, but not enough to have it every day.
A recent survey conducted by Denny’s asked 2,000 Americans from all 50 states about their breakfast habits, and the results are shocking. 92% of Americans claim to be in love with breakfast, yet 58% of them skip it multiple times a week. 67% of Americans believe that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, yet 52% of Americans prefer not to cook breakfast and eat out instead.
Breakfast Food Breakdown
When reaching for breakfast foods, America’s preferences are old school:
- Bacon – 67%
- Eggs – 59%
- Hashbrowns – 57%
- Pancakes – 54%
- Sausage – 50%
Some More Insights Into America’s Breakfast Habits
- 32% of Americans prefer eating breakfast during non-breakfast hours.
- 55% of Americans ate breakfast more frequently during the pandemic compared to before.
- 57% of Americans are eating healthier breakfasts due to the pandemic.
- $12 – the average cost of breakfast for one person when eating out.
- $15 – the average amount a person is willing to pay for endless breakfast at a restaurant
