If you’re hosting Easter brunch for a group this year, you’ll want to think big. These crowd-pleasing Easter brunch recipes are sure to win over bunnies both large and small!
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After the Easter egg hunt wraps up it’s time to relax and dig into a delicious brunch spread! Try making a mix of make-head dishes, like cheesy casseroles or decadent cinnamon rolls, to save time. Then, pair them with easy vegetable or fruit sides that you can put together on Easter morning. I’ve got you covered with lots of Easter brunch recipe options below.
Pancakes, Waffles, & More for Easter Brunch
1. Chocolate Chip Pancakes
Chocolate chip pancakes are always a good idea, especially when it comes to Easter brunch. To keep the pancakes warm, keep them on a sheet tray in the oven at a low temperature. That way, the chocolate will be perfectly gooey, and no one gets a cold, rubbery pancake on their plate.
2. Perfect Homemade Waffle
Go the extra mile this Easter holiday and set up a full waffle station. Everyone — even the adults — will go wild for fresh waffles. Don’t forget the topping bar full of whipped cream and syrup, too!
3. 3-Ingredient Bisquick Biscuits
Don’t let the addition of Sprite in these 3-ingredient Bisquick biscuits deter you from making them. The secret ingredient of the lemon-lime soda adds an unexpected taste in the best way possible!
4. Easy Monkey Bread Recipe
Easter might be all about the bunnies, but there is always room for monkey bread! The sweet dough balls are a perfect sugary companion to the savory dishes on the table.
5. Easy Cinnamon Roll Pancake
If you don’t have time to go all out with cinnamon rolls, do the next best thing. Make a few batches of these cinnamon roll pancakes for Easter brunch instead! The cinnamon pancakes are super fluffy and finished with a signature cream cheese drizzle, just like classic cinnamon rolls.
6. Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins
Lemony poppy seed muffins are full of spring’s fresh flavors and have a nice crunch from the poppy seeds. They’re topped with a thick drizzle of sweet icing to seal the deal.
7. Blueberry Muffins
A basket of sweet and juicy blueberry muffins definitely will make for happy guests. Our muffins are bursting with flavor and you can use either fresh or frozen blueberries in this recipe.
8. Banana Muffins
A plate of tender, moist banana muffins will bring a delicious note of fruit flavor to your brunch menu. Plus, you can bake them the day before so you’ll have less to do the morning of serving.
9. Overnight Pancakes
Save yourself some time on Easter morning, and prep brunch the night before with these overnight pancakes. Don’t think the pancakes will be dull because they were made the night before! They’re actually super flavorful and extra fluffy thanks to the extra resting time!
10. Overnight Cinnamon Rolls
Soft fluffy dough filled with swirls of buttery brown sugar and cinnamon and topped with a tangy cream cheese glaze—oh yes. My overnight cinnamon rolls will disappear fast. You can start them the night before and bake them fresh in the morning.
11. Caramel Pecan Cinnamon Rolls
Another take on cinnamon rolls, these crave-worthy caramel pecan cinnamon rolls are totally irresistible! It features a sticky caramel pecan layer on the bottom and lots of pecans and caramel stuffed into a brioche dough. Then, the whole thing is topped with maple pecan icing. This Easter brunch recipe may be your new favorite way to make cinnamon rolls.
12. Hot Cross Buns
Hot Cross Buns are a traditional Easter pastry, and they are so good homemade. Our recipe takes sweet yeast dough and fills it with orange zest and currants. Then, we top the with a sweet frosting that will have you licking your fingers.
Casserole Recipes for Easter Brunch
13. Eggs Benedict Casserole
There are a lot of moving parts when it comes to making fresh eggs benedict for brunch. Instead of poaching eggs to order, make this eggs benedict casserole. It has all of the fixings of classic eggs benedict, all wrapped up in an easy-to-make casserole form.
14. Asparagus Casserole
Asparagus is so good in the spring, and it will be a welcome addition to your brunch menu. This creamy, cheesy asparagus casserole makes the most of fresh asparagus. It’s a veggie-filled dish even the pickiest eaters love.
15. Breakfast Casserole with Biscuits
All the good stuff is crammed into this casserole! Loaded with sausage, eggs, and cheese, it’s topped with fluffy buttermilk biscuits made from a can for easier prep. Hearty, savory, and oh-so-filling, it’s the best way to satisfy a crowd.
16. Easy Homemade Cinnamon French Toast Casserole
Another cinnamon-laden make-ahead dish, this cinnamon French toast casserole recipe is perfect to serve at an Easter brunch. You’ll use pre-made dough to keep things simple to prepare.
17. Farmer’s Breakfast Casserole
A lot is going on when it comes to Easter, which makes this farmer’s breakfast casserole a must-serve recipe. It is super hearty, as it is loaded with eggs, hash browns, veggies, and cheese, which ensures you stay full for the full day of activities ahead.
18. Breakfast Croissant Casserole
I love make-ahead dishes when I’m serving a big brunch, and this breakfast croissant casserole fits the bill. It has chopped ham, spinach, and baked croissants for yummy flavor, texture, and sneaky nutrients.
19. Brioche French Toast Casserole
This rich, buttery French toast casserole is made with brioche, and it’s perfect for a crowd. We’ll call this more of a dessert than a main dish, and it’s sure to please.
20. Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole
A complete breakfast in a dish, this tater tot breakfast casserole is a guaranteed winner! It’s filled with eggs, sausage, bacon, cheese, and tater tots. What more could you want in a breakfast or brunch?
21. Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole
Take a soft and puffy crescent roll crust, and top it with a layer of cheesy eggs and sausage for this crescent roll breakfast casserole recipe. Then, add your favorite add-ins and toppings to make this Easter brunch recipe extra special.
22. Bisquick Breakfast Casserole With Bacon
Whether you are hosting brunch or going to a family and friend’s house, this Bisquick breakfast casserole with bacon deserves to be on the menu. It comes together in one dish, making it easy to serve whether you are bringing it to the table or transporting it in the car.
23. Hashbrown Casserole
If you are short on time and need to add one more dish to your Easter brunch, go with this hashbrown casserole. It takes just about five minutes to prep and bakes in no time.
24. Easy Breakfast Casserole
Want to make the easiest breakfast casserole? Try this recipe, which starts with frozen hashbrown potatoes and layers in eggs, sausage, and cheese. It’s one of my family’s favorite Easter brunch recipes!
25. Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole
You could also tuck your traditional Easter ham into a casserole! This ham and cheese breakfast casserole with ham, cheese, eggs, and bread will be the star of your table.
Easter Brunch Recipes for a Crowd
26. Ham and Cheese Quiche
Ham and cheese quiche has all the flavors of Easter! Even better, it’s another make-ahead dish perfect to serve as an Easter brunch recipe.
27. Crock Pot Ham with Maple & Brown Sugar Glaze
Don’t forget the ham, another Easter tradition! In this easy crock pot ham recipe, we glaze ham with maple and brown sugar for a sweet, savory flavor. You’ll cook it in the crock pot so your hands are free to take care of the rest of the menu.
28. Oven-Cooked Bacon
Bacon is always welcome at the brunch table. Check out my simple recipe for how to cook bacon in the oven. You’ll never go back to stovetop options again!
29. Breakfast Potatoes
This savory side takes frozen hashbrowns and fries them with onions and spices until they are browned and crispy. It’s quick and easy to prepare!
30. Million Dollar Bacon
Feel like a million bucks on Easter morning with this million dollar bacon on your plate. Not your typical bacon recipe, this version is coated in maple syrup, brown sugar, and a blend of spices. Crisp, salty, and sweet, it’s sure to become a staple in your Easter brunch menu.
31. Roasted Asparagus
You might like to add a simple and light vegetable dish to your brunch menu. This roasted asparagus recipe is easily doubled or tripled, and it’s full of bright lemon flavor to satify your tastebuds.
32. Waldorf Salad
Waldorf salad is a vibrant dish made with lots of sweet fruit like apples, grapes, and raisins. It’s a wonderful addition to the heavier casserole dishes on the table. Make a big batch to bring some crunch and freshness to your Easter brunch!
Dessert Recipes for Easter Brunch
33. Carrot Cake Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
On the dessert side, homemade carrot cake cupcakes with cream cheese frosting are always a crowd-pleasing Easter brunch recipe. Carrot cake is wonderful at Easter, and these cupcakes are cute and perfect for single servings.
34. Rice Krispies Hidden Surprise Egg Treats
These adorable Rice Krispies “eggs” are perfect for an Easter brunch! They’re stuffed with pastel chocolates and will make for a fun Easter dessert.
35. Coconut Macaroon Nests
Another cute crowd-pleaser, coconut macaroon nests are a festive and unique Easter brunch recipe idea. Macaroon cookies are baked into nest shapes, filled with dark chocolate, and topped with mini Cadbury eggs.
36. Easter Poke Cake
It wouldn’t be an Easter brunch without my beautiful Easter poke cake full of pastel colors. You can cut slices in advance for ease of serving. This will be one of your new favorite Easter brunch recipes!
FAQs
There is no wrong menu for Easter brunch, but keeping your options sweet and savory will always be a good idea. If having a lot of people, stick to dishes that are casserole-based or that can be made the night before. That way you’re not scrambling in the kitchen on Easter morning!
There are no official Easter brunch traditions, but many believe having a baked ham is a must when it comes to planning an Easter brunch menu. However, you can plan the menu any way you want with casseroles, cinnamon rolls, eggs, or pancakes.
A good brunch menu should include a variety of dishes. Popular brunch menus often have both sweet and savory, along with breakfast, lunch, and sweet dishes. The meal is all about combining different elements of breakfast and lunch with an addition of dessert.
