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70 Easter Brunch Ideas That Will Make Your Sunday Morning

Dig in with ham dishes, egg recipes and more for your A.M. feast.

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Start Easter on a high note with a celebratory brunch. Whether you prefer sweet brunch fare like waffles with whipped cream or savory options like eggs and bacon, there's sure to be a dish here for you. Our collection of Easter brunch ideas includes our favorite triple-tested recipes that are sure to please everyone, whether you're cooking for a large group or just a few people. We've even got vegan Easter recipes and keto Easter recipes that ensure everyone can join in on the fun.

Some of these breakfast ideas can be made ahead of time or come together in less than 30 minutes, giving you time to set up the egg hunt, put some Easter appetizers together, or put the finishing touch on an Easter cake.

If you need even more Easter dining inspiration, be sure to check out our collections of Easter dinner ideas, healthy Easter recipes, and Easter desserts.

1

Mini Guava and Cream Cheese Danishes

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Mike Garten

These flaky bites inspired by guava and cheese pastelitos popular in Latin bakeries bring together sweet and savory flavors. They're so delicious, you may want to make a double batch.

Get the Mini Guava and Cream Cheese Danishes recipe.

2

Everything Flatbread with Smoked Salmon

everything flatbread with smoked salmon, tomato, red onion and cream cheese
Mike Garten

This crowd-pleasing brunch dish brings together everything you love about bagels: smoked salmon, fluffy cream cheese, everything bagel seasoning, capers, dill, and chives. Plus, it comes together in less than 30 minutes.

Get the Everything Flatbread with Smoked Salmon recipe.

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3

Earl Grey Bundt Cake

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Delicate Earl Grey tea and citrus zest give this stunning sweet its bright, floral flavor. Bake in a fun bundt mold to give it extra dimension.

Get the Earl Grey Bundt Cake recipe.

4

Quiche Lorraine

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This is what brunch dreams are made of. Eggs, decadent Gruyère, and crispy bacon all come together in a flaky pie crust for a crowd-pleasing recipe.

Get the Quiche Lorraine recipe.

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5

B.E.C. Breakfast Bites

bacon egg and cheese sandwiches with hot sauce drizzled on top
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Consider these an elevated breakfast sandwich. Homemade tortillas are stuffed with hash browns, bacon, eggs, and extra-sharp cheddar. You can also add a dash of hot sauce for more flavor.

Get the B.E.C. Breakfast Bites recipe.

RELATED: Easy Breakfast Ideas to Fuel Your Busy Mornings

6

Soft-Boiled Eggs with Deviled Soldiers

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Introducing an epic mash-up of two egg dishes (soft-boiled and deviled) that make for an impressive Easter brunch.

Get the Soft-Boiled Eggs With Deviled Soldiers recipe.

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7

Jam Pie Bites

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These adorable treats come together with ingredients you probably already have on hand: jam, egg, milk, and refrigerated pie crust. Set one or two aside before you bring the plate out, because they're sure to go fast.

Get the Jam Pie Bites recipe.

8

Sheet Pan Asparagus Frittata

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Loaded with asparagus, spinach, and crumbled goat cheese, this large-format frittata is great for serving a crowd on Easter morning. It comes together in a sheet pan and serves 12 people.

Get the Sheet Pan Asparagus Frittata recipe.

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9

Roasted Strawberries and Brie

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This gorgeous appetizer is sweet, savory, and all-around wonderful. Juicy roasted strawberries and warm, creamy Brie make for an Easter brunch appetizer everyone will rave about.

Get the Roasted Strawberries and Brie recipe.

10

Hot Cross Buns

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While they're traditionally eaten on Good Friday, these cozy spiced, pull-apart buns deserve a spot in your Easter brunch spread, too.

Get the Hot Cross Buns recipe.

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11

Scrambled Eggs with Smoked Trout and Crème Fraîche

scrambled eggs with smoked trout over toast
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Give scrambled eggs an elegant makeover with the addition of salty smoked fish. A handful of sliced red onions helps balance out the richness.

Get the Scrambled Eggs with Smoked Trout and Crème Fraîche recipe.

12

Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

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Swirl a craveable combo of cinnamon and sugar into fluffy pancake batter for a breakfast-meets-dessert treat. Consider it a fan favorite for kids and adults alike.

Get the Cinnamon Roll Pancakes recipe.

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13

Customizable Egg Muffins

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Get creative with the toppings for these easy egg bites: pico de gallo, cream cheese, shredded cheese, roasted vegetables, and crumbled bacon are just a few possibilities. They're also a great meal prep option if you don't have time to cook breakfast every morning.

Get the Customizable Egg Muffins recipe.

14

Crispy Tortilla Bowls with Strawberries and Cream

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Bake homemade flour tortillas in an inverted muffin pan, and they become crispy shells for juicy strawberries and a dreamy mascarpone whipped cream. Hello, spring dessert!

Get the Crispy Tortilla Bowls with Strawberries and Cream recipe.

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15

Roasted Beet and Orange Salad

roasted beet and orange salad on a white plate
Mike Garten

Earthy beets and sweet orange come together in a refreshing side dish that pairs well with any Easter main.

Get the Roasted Beet and Orange Salad recipe.

RELATED: Fresh, Colorful Spring Salads That'll Make It Easy to Eat Your Veggies

16

Pea and Ricotta Omelets

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Made with peas, ricotta and chives, these are not your local diner omelets! Serve with toast for an extra special brunch.

Get the Pea and Ricotta Omelets recipe.

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17

Banana Pudding

banana pudding with vanilla wafers crumbled over the top
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Layers of homemade vanilla custard, Nilla wafers and sliced bananas make this no-bake sweet worlds better than the store-bought stuff. Bonus: it's a great make-ahead dessert!

Get the Banana Pudding recipe.

18

Chilaquiles Verdes

chilaquiles verdes with a fried egg on the side
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Toss tortilla chips in homemade salsa verde for a flavor-packed brunch that brings the heat. Don't forget to garnish with cilantro!

Get the Chilaquiles Verdes recipe.

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19

Ring Cake

cinnamon swirl bread with icing drizzled and blue chocolate eggs on top
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Add something sweet to the brunch table with this shareable, cinnamon-sugar ring cake.

Get the Ring Cake recipe.

RELATED: Easy Easter Desserts to Celebrate in the Sweetest Way

20

Carrot Mimosas

carrot mimosas in three flute glasses
mike garten

Give your mimosa an Easter twist by adding a splash of carrot juice.

Get the Carrot Mimosas recipe.

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Becca Miller (she/her) has been working in the Good Nutrients Test Kitchen since 2018, where she recipes and writes about tasty recipes, food trends and top cooking tools. She attended from NYU with a liberal arts degree on creative writing. She makes killer scrambled eggs, spoils a glass of un-oaked chardonnay and takes pride in her love of reality television.
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