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30+ Sweet and Savory Easter Brunch Dishes 2024

Updated for 2024

If you’re looking for recipes to serve at Easter Brunch or Breakfast, you’ve come to the correct place. We’ve put together a collection of delicious recipes that will make your mouth water just thinking about each dish!

Imagine all the Easter bonnets your guests will be wearing, and everyone will be dressed in their Sunday Best. Your menu should match how fancy everyone is, and we think this list of delicious Easter Brunch recipes will give you plenty of options to choose from!

Schedule your Easter Brunch after you’ve checked out at least one of these Family-Friendly Easter Events in SoCal!

Or if you don’t feel like cooking after all, check out these terrific restaurants to have Easter Brunch in Los Angeles.

Remember that Brunch can mean many things, and you get to decide whether you want to serve food that is breakfast-y or lunch-y – or maybe a bit of both! You get to make all the rules – and enjoy all the food!

These recipes are from the most popular food bloggers on the Internet, and we’re sharing them with you. Plus, we have a couple of terrific recipes that would be perfect for Easter Brunch (or anytime): the Famous LAUSD Coffee Cake Recipe and our version of a delicious Farmer John Ham with Rum Orange Glaze.

Recipes to Make if You’re Hosting Easter Brunch

Julia Child’s Spinach Quiche
From Sinful Kitchen

This quiche has a pastry crust that you can make yourself or substitute a crust you’ve bought from the grocery store. And while you can make it exactly the way the recipe is written, you can also add your own favorite fillings or whatever you currently have on hand in your pantry or fridge.

Julia Child's Spinach Quiche
Julia Child’s Spinach Quiche

Bunny Butt Pancakes with a Recipe for Homemade Pancakes
From Cooking with Carlee

These Bunny Butt Pancakes are not only a cute way to start your Easter morning or mid-morning brunch, but they’re also delicious. They’re sure to get your morning hopping!

Bunny Butt Pancakes
Bunny Butt Pancakes

Deborah’s Knotted Orange Rolls
From House of Nash Eats

Lovely, soft rolls with orange glaze would be a yummy addition to any Easter brunch. Looking at this picture we can practically smell and taste them.

Deborah's Knotted Orange Rolls
Deborah’s Knotted Orange Rolls

Green Chili Egg Casserole
From House of Nash Eats

When you’re pressed for time or have an early church service, casseroles can be lifesavers when mealtime comes around. And this one can be made the night before so all you have to do on Easter morning is put it in the oven and let it cook while you do other things.

Green Chili Egg Casserole
Green Chili Egg Casserole

Candied Bacon
From House of Nash Eats

We thought this candied bacon looked too good not to share as an Easter treat for brunch or snacking. It will satisfy your sweet yet salty craving with each delicious bite.

Candied Bacon
Candied Bacon

Torta Pasqualina (Italian Easter Spinach and Ricotta Pie)
From Cooking My Dreams

If your family likes pastries, this Italian pastry pie will be a winner for your Easter meal. It’s stuffed with delicious cheese, eggs, and other ingredients for a filling main course or as a side dish.

Torta Pasqualina (Italian Easter Spinach and Ricotta Pie)
Torta Pasqualina (Italian Easter Spinach and Ricotta Pie)

Fluffy Vegan Coffee Cake Muffins
From Naturallie Plant-Based

When you need something that’s grab-and-go or a tasty add-on to another dish, these muffins are a wonderful option. They’re like coffee cake but in the convenient form of a muffin.

Fluffy Vegan Coffee Cake Muffins
Fluffy Vegan Coffee Cake Muffins

Rosti Eggs Benny
From Maple + Mango

Eggs are a wonderful way to add protein to any breakfast or brunch — whether or not you add bacon to this dish or as a side. To speed up this dish you can do several steps ahead of time.

Rosti Eggs Benny
Rosti Eggs Benny

Fun Breakfast Board Ideas
From Maple + Mango

Have you been dying to create one of those Charcuterie boards? An Easter brunch might be the perfect meal to put one together. Here are a few ideas you could use to make your own.

Fun Breakfast Board Ideas
Fun Breakfast Board Ideas

Slow Cooker Farmers Breakfast Casserole
From The Magical Slow Cooker

Slow cooker recipes can be terrific time savers in the kitchen and this one is no different. It’s packed with meat, eggs, cheese, tomatoes, and spices.

Slow Cooker Farmers Breakfast Casserole
Slow Cooker Farmers Breakfast Casserole

Breakfast Potato Skillet with Bacon and Mushrooms
From Savor the Best

Potatoes are a vegetable that can go with nearly any meal, including brunch. Check out this skillet recipe for an easy breakfast or brunch.

Breakfast Potato Skillet with Bacon and Mushrooms
Breakfast Potato Skillet with Bacon and Mushrooms

Crispy Phyllo Breakfast Burrito Wraps
From Savor the Best

Flaky phyllo breakfast burritos are delicious whether stuffed with the ingredients found in this recipe or your own filling choices. We think they’d be perfect for any brunch or pot luck event.

Crispy Phyllo Breakfast Burrito Wraps
Crispy Phyllo Breakfast Burrito Wraps

Bacon Cheese Breakfast Bundt Cake
From The Typical Mom

Easy and fast meal options are a must if you have limited time in your schedule and this breakfast bundt cake can help. It’s loaded with tasty breakfast ingredients and it’s a bit prettier for an Easter brunch than if you made it in a regular casserole dish.

Bacon Cheese Breakfast Bundt Cake
Bacon Cheese Breakfast Bundt Cake

Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes
From Ambitious Foodie

If you love using your air fryer this recipe is a winner. You can start it, go do something else, and in around 15 minutes your food will be ready. As an added bonus, these air-fried potatoes are a much better option than frying them in oil would be.

Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes
Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes

Avocado Toast With Egg Recipe
From Ambitious Foodie

Healthy fats are important to your diet, and this recipe is a quick way to get them. Plus, you can add bacon or other ingredients if you want to change it up a little.

Avocado Toast With Egg Recipe
Avocado Toast With Egg Recipe

Old Fashioned Buttermilk Biscuits
From Sweet Tea + Thyme

Sometimes there’s nothing more delicious than plain old buttermilk biscuits with butter. But then we think these look like they’d be equally good with honey, jam, jelly, or whatever else your heart desires.

Old Fashioned Buttermilk Biscuits
Old Fashioned Buttermilk Biscuits

Strawberry Custard Tart
From Sweet Tea + Thyme

What strawberry lover wouldn’t just love a slice of this strawberry custard tart for dessert as part of a delicious Easter brunch? We think it would be as pretty on the table as it would be tasty to eat!

Strawberry Custard Tart
Strawberry Custard Tart

Slow Cooker High Protein Banana Bread
From Fit As A Mama Bear

Making banana bread is a great way to use bananas that are a little extra ripe for your liking rather than wasting them by just throwing them out in the garbage. And you can add nuts or chocolate chips to make it extra tasty.

Slow Cooker High Protein Banana Bread
Slow Cooker High Protein Banana Bread

Hawaiian Roll Breakfast Sliders
From The Short Order Cook

Don’t these sliders look simply mouthwatering? Packed with eggs, sausage, and cheese and topped with maple syrup and butter, we feel they’d make a hearty main course for any breakfast or brunch.

Hawaiian Roll Breakfast Sliders
Hawaiian Roll Breakfast Sliders

Vegan Breakfast Casserole (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)
From Strength & Sunshine

An easy, delicious casserole that can be made up ahead to save time? Yes, please!! This one is gluten-free, allergy-free and loaded with protein and veggies.

Vegan Breakfast Casserole (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)
Vegan Breakfast Casserole (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)

Almond Rolls with Cherry Glaze
From Live to Sweet

While this recipe does take a while to make and uses a few ingredients you may not normally have on hand, we think they look amazing — and they can be made in advance of any occasion. The recipe includes tips as well as a few substitutions you can use depending on your baking preferences.

Almond Rolls with Cherry Glaze
Almond Rolls with Cherry Glaze

Bacon and Egg Pie
From Aussie Home Cook

Although this pie is filled with bacon and eggs, you could substitute ham and add other ingredients to taylor it to your liking. But be careful to avoid extra moisture in the filling so it doesn’t turn out soggy.

Bacon and Egg Pie
Bacon and Egg Pie

Healthy Smoothie Breakfast Recipe
From Confessions of an Overworked Mom

This healthy smoothie recipe could jump start a busy morning when you’re in a rush, but we think it’s pretty enough to serve along side other dishes for a brunch or potluck too.

Healthy Smoothie Breakfast Recipe
Healthy Smoothie Breakfast Recipe

Vegan French Toast Pudding
From Healing Tomato

The berries in this dish can be traded out for whatever other fruit appeals to your taste buds. You can also add nuts.

Vegan French Toast Pudding
Vegan French Toast Pudding

10 Minute Chinese Tomato Egg Stir Fry
From Spoons of Flavor

A single pan and about 10 minutes is all you need to whip up this recipe for any meal, including brunch. And it uses ingredients that are pretty common in most refrigerators and pantries.

10 Minute Chinese Tomato Egg Stir Fry
10 Minute Chinese Tomato Egg Stir Fry

Healthy Protein Baked Oats (Easy Oatmeal Recipe)
From HurryTheFoodUp

Have you eaten baked oats before? We find these baked oats to be filling as well as satisfying, tasty, and full of protein.

Healthy Protein Baked Oats (Easy Oatmeal Recipe)
Healthy Protein Baked Oats (Easy Oatmeal Recipe)

Cinnamon Rolls With Heavy Cream
From Aubre’s Kitchen

Your taste buds will be singing when you try these cinnamon rolls! Topped with thick gooey frosting they’re sure to be a hit with your family as well — for an Easter brunch or any other time of year.

Cinnamon Rolls With Heavy Cream
Cinnamon Rolls With Heavy Cream

Strawberry Cheesecake Puff Pastry
From Only Pans Recipes

You could take these strawberry cheesecake puff pastries to a brunch, but they’re so good you might not want to! At least they’re fast and simple to make so you could make a batch to take as well as a batch for your family.

Strawberry Cheesecake Puff Pastry
Strawberry Cheesecake Puff Pastry

Gluten Free Blueberry Scones (Lemon Glazed)
From The Food Blog

These delicious looking scones are filled with plump blueberries and covered in a lemony glaze. You may not be able to stop at just one!

Gluten Free Blueberry Scones (Lemon Glazed)
Gluten Free Blueberry Scones (Lemon Glazed)

Brie Waffle Bites
From Big Flavors Tiny Kitchen

Will you be gathering with family or friends for an Easter brunch this year? If everyone is bringing food and you’re not sure what you should take, these waffle bites might be the perfect offering.

Brie Waffle Bites
Brie Waffle Bites

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Brunch FAQs

Q: What is brunch?
A: Brunch is a combination of breakfast and lunch, typically served in the late morning to early afternoon. It is a relaxed and social mealtime that allows people to enjoy a variety of dishes from both breakfast and lunch menus.

Q: When is brunch typically served?
A: Brunch is typically served on weekends, especially on Sundays. The timing of brunch can vary, but it usually takes place between 10 am and 2 pm.

Q: What are some popular brunch dishes?
A: Popular brunch dishes include pancakes, waffles, French toast, omelets, eggs Benedict, breakfast burritos, avocado toast, bagels and lox, quiches, frittatas, and brunch cocktails such as mimosas and bloody marys. As well as everything in the list above.

Q: What is the origin of brunch?
A: The origin of brunch is unclear, but it is believed to have originated in England in the late 19th century as a way for the upper class to enjoy a late morning meal after a night of partying. It became popular in the United States in the 1930s.

Q: What is the difference between breakfast and brunch?
A: Breakfast is typically served in the early morning and consists of lighter fare such as cereal, toast, or oatmeal. Brunch, on the other hand, is a combination of breakfast and lunch and features heartier dishes that can be eaten later in the morning.

Q: Is brunch typically a formal or casual meal?
A: Brunch is typically a casual meal that is enjoyed in a relaxed and informal setting. While some brunches may be more formal, most are meant to be laid back and enjoyable. Although an Easter Brunch may be more formal, as many people are dressed up for the occasion.

Q: Is it common to have alcoholic drinks during brunch?
A: Yes, it is common to have alcoholic drinks during brunch, such as mimosas, bloody marys, or bellinis. However, not all brunches serve alcohol, and it is always optional.

Q: How long does brunch usually last?
A: Brunch usually lasts between one and two hours, depending on the setting and the number of guests. However, some brunches may last longer if they are part of a larger event or celebration.

Q: Are there any etiquette rules to follow when attending a brunch?
A: When attending a brunch, it is important to be respectful of others and to follow basic etiquette rules such as arriving on time, not overeating, and thanking the host or hostess. It is also important to dress appropriately for the occasion and to be mindful of any dietary restrictions or allergies.

Q: How can I plan a successful brunch event?
A: To plan a successful brunch event, it is important to choose a location that is suitable for the occasion, create a menu that offers a variety of dishes, like the ones listed above, and ensure that there is enough food and drinks for all guests. It is also important to send out invitations in advance, set a specific time for the brunch, and provide any necessary information such as dress code or parking instructions.

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Jeanne Sloan is a farm wife, mother of two, and grandmother of two who was born in Las Vegas, Nevada but was transformed into a country girl at the age of eight when her parents moved the family to Kansas. You can read more from Jeanne Sloan at mid-lifemusings.com where she writes about whatever strikes her fancy, including advice, recipes, and more.

Acknowledgment: This round-up of recipes and photos from other bloggers was made with their full and express permission to share. We’re grateful to them for sharing their creativity and talent and we encourage you to visit each of their websites for many more recipes like these.

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