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31+ Brunch Recipe Ideas

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Kimber Matherne

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June 1, 2025

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Brunch is the ultimate weekend reward – part breakfast, part lunch, and all about gathering around the table with something delicious. Whether you’re hosting a crowd of guests, feeding your hungry crew, or just looking to make a lazy Sunday feel a little more special, these easy brunch recipe ideas are perfect for busy families. From quick-prep casseroles to kid-friendly favorites, this collection of recipes has something for everyone (yes, even the picky eaters).

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  • Best Brunch Recipe Ideas
  • Kid-Friendly Brunch Ideas
  • Easy Brunch Recipes for a Crowd
  • Sweet Brunch Recipes
  • Savory and Hearty Brunch Recipes
  • Make-Ahead Brunch Recipes
  • Vegan Brunch Recipes
  • Easy Biscuit Breakfast Casserole Recipe

Best Brunch Recipe Ideas

If you’re looking for the ultimate roundup of brunch favorites, this is your go-to list. From quick classics to crowd-pleasing staples, these easy brunch recipes are perfect for your next weekend gathering.

a scoop of hashbrown casserole being lifted from a casserole dish
a bowl of fruit salad - strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, blackberries, and a spring of mint
  • Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole
  • Million Dollar Bacon – sweet, savory, and irresistible
  • Boursin Egg Toast – my personal favorite
  • Summer Fruit Salad – fresh fruit with a lightly sweetened citrus dressing
  • Ham and Cheese Egg Muffins with Broccoli
  • Easy Cinnamon Rolls from Frozen Bread Dough – an easy alterative to homemade cinnamon rolls

Kid-Friendly Brunch Ideas

Got little ones at the table? These kid-approved brunch recipes are quick, fun, and packed with flavors even picky eaters can get behind.

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pile of mini pigs in a blanket on a white plate
  • Cinnamon Roll Casserole – A shortcut dish made with canned cinnamon rolls. No one complains.
  • Mini Pigs in a Blanket – a classic kid-favorite. Spring with everything bagel seasoning!
  • Apple Cinnamon Muffins – Muffins that double as snack time heroes. Easy to grab-and-go.
  • Chicken Bacon Ranch Pinwheels
  • Herb Roasted Potatoes
  • Ultimate Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies – make a big batch because they’re sure to be a hit

Easy Brunch Recipes for a Crowd

If you’re hosting family or friends these recipes are calling your name. These simple brunch recipes for a crowd are big on flavor and low on stress – great for serving a group without spending all morning in the kitchen.

broccoli cheddar quiche
a clear bowl filled with blt pasta salad with 2 wooden serving utensils on the edge of the bowl
  • Beef Hashbrown Casserole
  • Broccoli Cheddar Quiche/Frittata – make it with or without the crust
  • English Muffin Breakfast Casserole
  • Cheddar Bay Sausage Balls – bite-sized wonders made with just 3 simple ingredients
  • BLT Pasta Salad

Sweet Brunch Recipes

Brunch isn’t complete without something sweet! These easy sweet brunch recipe ideas – from muffins to scones – are perfect for satisfying that morning sweet tooth.

a loaf of cranberry orange bread with a slice cut off.
tray of lemon scones with a drizzle of white icing
  • Cinnamon Crumble Coffee Cake
  • Orange Cranberry Bread
  • Glazed Lemon Scones
  • French Toast Muffins with Cinnamon Streusel – drizzle with maple syrup for an extra delicious treat
  • Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel Bars

Savory and Hearty Brunch Recipes

If your brunch style leans more eggs, bacon, and cheesy goodness, this savory brunch recipe list is for you. These hearty dishes are easy to throw together and totally satisfying.

Green Chile Egg Casserole in a clear casserole dish
cast iron skillet of cheddar bay biscuit chicken pot pie
  • Green Chili Egg Casserole – for a Mexican twist on brunch
  • Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole
  • Cheddar Bay Biscuit Chicken Pot Pie – a skillet-filled mix of creamy chicken and vegetables topped with cheddar bay biscuits…pure deliciousness
  • French Onion Meatballs

Make-Ahead Brunch Recipes

Busy morning? These make-ahead brunch recipes let you prep everything the night before so you can serve a hot, delicious brunch without the last-minute rush.

a serving of Sausage Breakfast Casserole on a spatula
broccoli crunch salad in a white bowl
  • Sausage Breakfast Casserole – Feeds a crowd, uses pantry staples, and is totally make-ahead.
  • Spinach Bacon Quiche
  • Cottage Cheese Egg Bites – a high-protein, healthy option
  • Broccoli Crunch Salad

Vegan Brunch Recipes

Whether you’re plant-based or just adding more veggies to your plate, these easy vegan brunch ideas are full of flavor and totally satisfying. From tofu scrambles to dairy-free baked goods, there’s something here everyone at the table will love.

4 bean quinoa salad in a clear bowl
sliced banana bread on a wooden board
  • 4 Bean Curry Quinoa Salad – Naturally vegan, this hearty salad combines quinoa, beans, and a tangy curry dressing. It’s perfect for brunch and can be made ahead of time for convenience.
  • Spring Chopped Salad with Pomegranate Dressing
  • Apple Cinnamon Muffins – These moist muffins are filled with tender apples and topped with a crispy crumb. To make them vegan, replace the egg with a flaxseed or chia seed egg and use plant-based butter or oil.
  • Avocado Toast Bar – I’m not Vegan but I would LOVE this! Set out toasted sourdough or whole grain bread with bowls of toppings like sliced tomatoes, radishes, arugula, red pepper flakes, olive oil, and lemon wedges.
  • One Bowl Banana Bread – For a vegan version, substitute the egg with a flaxseed or chia seed egg and use a plant-based butter alternative. Add blueberries, if desired.
  • Roasted Veggie Breakfast Casserole – Substitute the egg with a vegan friendly option like Just Egg (liquid plant-based egg – works great in casseroles!)
  • Vegan Breakfast Wraps – Use a vegan friendly tortilla and fill it with sautéed veggies, black beans, and a tofu scramble. Add salsa, avocado, or vegan cheese if you like.

If you’re looking for Brunch Recipes Ideas, this list will be a keeper. If you need more brunch ideas, check out this full list of breakfast recipes.

If you have a tried and true recipe that is a must when hosting or attending a brunch, make sure and let me know in the comments!

What is brunch?

Brunch is a meal that combines breakfast and lunch. It’s usually served in the late morning or early afternoon and often including dishes like eggs, pancakes, pastries, and bacon alongside more substantial casseroles and lunch items. 

What beverages are served at a brunch?

Mimosas, bloody marys, and fruity bellinis are typical adult beverages to serve with brunch. For non-alcoholic options, make a juice bar (orange, apple, cranberry) with a selection of ganishes.

A baked biscuit egg breakfast casserole in a baking dish.

Easy Biscuit Breakfast Casserole

By: Kimber Matherne
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This Biscuit Egg Breakfast Casserole is an easy, hearty, flavor-packed breakfast that can be made ahead of time or whipped up quickly in the morning! It is so simple and made with only tender, flaky bites of biscuits, egg, cheddar cheese, and crumbled bacon. And the best part? It has little pockets of rich, melty cream cheese distributed throughout! This is a breakfast that everyone will love, including picky eaters.
Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
Cook Time: 20 minutes mins
Total Time: 30 minutes mins
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Ingredients 

  • 1 can grands biscuits, (8 large biscuits)
  • 6 eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 4 ounces cheddar cheese
  • 4 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 350˚F.
  • Cut the Grands biscuits into 4 pieces and spread them evenly over the bottom of a 9×13 inch casserole dish. Cut the cream cheese into small cubes and drop them over the biscuit pieces.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together 6 eggs, milk, salt and pepper until smooth. Pour the mixture over the biscuits in the casserole dish.
  • Spread the cheddar cheese over the top of the biscuit casserole and then top with crumbled bacon.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the biscuits are cooked through. Serve warm.
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Recipe Notes

Other flavor options:

Make this casserole in different flavor combinations by trying one of these:
  • Chicken Biscuit Casserole- use chopped chicken tenders in place of bacon
  • Sausage Biscuit Egg Casserole- use cooked crumbled breakfast sausage in place of the bacon.
  • Southwest Biscuit Casserole- Dollop mild chopped green chiles over the biscuits and cream cheese before pouring the egg mixture on. Replace the cheddar cheese with pepper jack cheese.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1slice, Calories: 441kcal (22%), Carbohydrates: 31g (10%), Protein: 15g (30%), Fat: 29g (45%), Saturated Fat: 12g (75%), Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g, Monounsaturated Fat: 9g, Trans Fat: 0.03g, Cholesterol: 171mg (57%), Sodium: 992mg (43%), Potassium: 265mg (8%), Fiber: 1g (4%), Sugar: 4g (4%), Vitamin A: 719IU (14%), Vitamin C: 0.03mg, Calcium: 193mg (19%), Iron: 3mg (17%)

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