25 Best Easter Brunch Ideas

I've rounded up my best Easter brunch ideas to help you plan the perfect menu! They include hearty egg dishes, spring salads, muffins, and more.

With Easter just a few weeks away, I’m busy planning my Easter brunch menu. If you are too, you’re in the right place! Below, I’ve rounded up my best Easter brunch ideas, including crowd-pleasing favorites like breakfast casserole, cinnamon rolls, and the perfect spring salad. You’ll find savory brunch recipes like quiche and breakfast potatoes as well as sweet ones like coffee cake (and carrot cake, which I think we can go ahead and call dessert). At the bottom of this post, I’ve also shared a sample Easter brunch menu. Try the whole thing (it won’t disappoint!) or use it…

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Eggs Benedict

This eggs Benedict recipe tastes like it's from a restaurant, but it's easy to make at home! My rich, creamy hollandaise sauce takes it over the top.

This eggs Benedict recipe is guaranteed to impress. It consists of crisp English muffins topped with perfectly poached eggs, creamy, dreamy homemade hollandaise sauce, and juicy tomato slices (instead of the traditional Canadian bacon). I love to make it when I host friends or family for brunch, because even though it tastes like something from a restaurant, it’s surprisingly simple to make. You can even do some of the prep ahead! You can find the complete recipe at the bottom of this post. Along the way, I’m sharing my best tips for how to make eggs Benedict as well as serving…

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Hollandaise Sauce

This classic hollandaise sauce recipe is easy to make in the blender! Rich, creamy, and tangy, it's delicious on eggs Benedict, vegetables, and more.

Have you ever made homemade hollandaise sauce? I won’t judge if you say no. This classic French sauce is an emulsion of egg yolks, melted butter, lemon juice, and cayenne pepper. For YEARS, it was something I only ate on eggs Benedict at brunch restaurants. It seemed way too fussy to make at home. But a while back, I wanted to serve eggs Benedict at a family brunch, and I decided to try my hand at making hollandaise sauce from scratch. Turns out, hollandaise sauce is actually easy to make in the blender (5 minutes! 6 ingredients!), and I’ve been…

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Grits and Eggs

This grits and eggs recipe is delicious for breakfast or any meal! Fried eggs, fresh veggies, and dashes of hot sauce top a comforting bowl of grits.

Did you catch the guide to how to make grits I posted the other day? I’m following it up with this easy grits and eggs recipe, which might be my favorite way to eat grits. As much as I enjoy creamy grits on their own, I love them even more with flavorful fixings. In this recipe, I top the rich, creamy corn porridge with sautéed greens, bursty cherry tomatoes, avocado, and—of course—a fried egg. Hot sauce (any kind you like!) adds a little tangy, spicy pep to make the eggs and grits a delicious, comforting meal. I love this recipe…

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How to Make Grits

Learn how to make grits with this easy recipe! We love this rich, creamy Southern dish topped with eggs, fresh veggies, or a simple pat of butter.

We’ve been on a grits kick in our house lately. Jack grew up in the South, so he has a serious soft spot for this rich, creamy corn porridge (especially when it’s loaded up with butter and cream). Through years of enjoying grits together, I’ve become a huge fan too. I shared a grits recipe in my second cookbook, but I only recently realized that I’d never posted one here. That changes now! Below, you’ll find our simple method for how to make grits, plus tips for cooking them and serving suggestions. I hope you enjoy! Ingredients You’ll Need Here’s…

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Easy Homemade Biscuits

This biscuit recipe is easy to make with 6 simple ingredients. It yields the BEST homemade biscuits—they're flaky, buttery, and delicious!

Did you know that homemade biscuits are easy to make? Well, they are! If the thought of making flaky, buttery biscuits from scratch feels impossible or intimidating to you, I hope you’ll try this easy biscuit recipe. It calls for 6 basic ingredients and comes together in about 30 minutes—no special equipment required! Jack and I both grew up eating canned biscuits (think Pillsbury). The first time we made homemade biscuits, we couldn’t believe what we’d been missing. They are simply so much better. With this biscuit recipe, they have crisp, golden brown edges and moist, tender middles. Serve them alongside…

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Tofu Scramble

This easy tofu scramble recipe is a delicious vegan breakfast! It has a savory, eggy flavor and soft, creamy texture. Ready in 15 minutes!

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This tofu scramble is one of my favorite vegan breakfast recipes, if not one of my favorite breakfasts, period. I think it’s just as delicious as classic scrambled eggs. It’s soft and creamy, and it has a rich, eggy flavor thanks to nutritional yeast and a few key spices. Bonus: it’s also high in protein! I love having it in my rotation for mornings when I’m in the mood for a savory breakfast that doesn’t involve eggs. It’s easy to make in one pan, so you can throw it together on a weekday, but with the right fixings, it’s totally weekend-worthy too.…

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Easy Homemade Pancakes

Learn how to make pancakes from scratch! This pancake recipe is easy to make with simple ingredients and yields perfect fluffy pancakes every time.

This pancake recipe has become a family favorite. These homemade pancakes are thick and fluffy, with a delicious buttery flavor. Our kiddo requested a stack for breakfast twice this week! This pancake recipe calls for 7 basic ingredients that you probably have in your kitchen right now. It’s the simplest pancake recipe I’ve ever shared, perfect for whipping up on a lazy weekend morning or cooking with kids (Ollie loves to stir the batter!). Try these homemade pancakes once, and you’ll never get a store-bought mix again. This easy recipe is SO much better! Ingredients for Homemade Pancakes Here’s what…

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Breakfast Quesadillas

This easy breakfast quesadilla recipe is packed with fluffy scrambled eggs, fresh veggies, and cheese. It's a delicious, high-protein breakfast!

Have you ever tried a breakfast quesadilla? I recently started making them, and I’m totally obsessed. They consist of soft scrambled eggs, flavorful veggies, and melty cheddar cheese, all wrapped up in a crisp, golden brown tortilla. They’re a filling, high-protein breakfast that still feels fresh! This breakfast quesadilla recipe is quicker than making breakfast burritos. And unlike breakfast tacos, it’s great for meal prep. So if you’re a fan of Mexican or Southwest-inspired breakfasts, it’s a nice addition to the rotation—delicious, easy, AND easy to make ahead. I hope you love it as much as I do! Breakfast Quesadilla…

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Bloody Mary

Skip the Bloody Mary mix—this Bloody Mary cocktail recipe is easy to make from scratch! Spicy and savory, this classic vodka drink is great for brunch.

Skip the Bloody Mary mix—this Bloody Mary recipe is easy to make from scratch! This classic brunch cocktail is a simple combination of tomato juice, vodka, and a few salty, spicy ingredients you likely have on hand. Fresh lime and lemon juice give it a bright, tangy kick, horseradish adds peppery flavor, and Worcestershire sauce and celery salt make it deliciously savory. I can’t promise that this Bloody Mary recipe will be an effective hangover cure, but I can tell you that it will wow guests at any brunch. Want to seal the deal? Load it up with garnishes like…

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Waffle Recipe

This easy waffle recipe is a delicious breakfast! These classic waffles are crisp on the outside and fluffy inside. We love them with maple syrup.

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This waffle recipe is one of the best breakfasts for lazy weekend mornings. I love it because it’s super simple. This waffle recipe calls for basic pantry ingredients and comes together in a matter of minutes. It’s also delicious. These homemade waffles are crisp and golden on the outside and light and fluffy inside. I always load mine up with a pile of fresh fruit, but they’re great with a pat of butter and maple syrup too. So break out your waffle maker! This waffle recipe is a fun treat to have in your morning rotation. I hope you enjoy! What You’ll…

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