These make-ahead brunch recipes let you get a delicious meal on the table in record time.
78 Make-Ahead Brunch Recipes
Updated on Sep. 24, 2024
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Easy Breakfast Strata
Total Time
55 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We start this strata recipe the night before so it's ready for the oven the next day. That way, we don't have to deal with the prep and dirty dishes first thing in the morning! —Debbie Johnson, Centertown, Missouri
This easy make-ahead brunch recipe is a classic for a reason. A savory mix of eggs and sausage gets tossed with cubed bread in a trusty 13×9 pan. Left in the fridge overnight, the bread absorbs some of the liquid, becoming almost melty and custardy. It only needs to bake 30 minutes in the morning, and breakfast is served.
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Hash Brown Egg Bake
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A package of frozen potatoes makes this hash brown egg casserole simple to prepare. Featuring bacon and cheddar cheese, this easy egg bake is tasty breakfast or brunch fare. You can even make it the night before, keep in the fridge and bake the next morning—so convenient! —Cheryl Johnson, Plymouth, Minnesota
This recipe is just about as easy as tearing open a package of frozen hash browns! The savory, cheesy casserole is quick to put together. If you look for gluten-free hash browns, this recipe is an easy gluten-free breakfast, too!
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Brunch Ham Enchiladas
Total Time
50 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I'm expecting company for brunch, the menu often features this tried-and-true casserole. With ham, eggs and plenty of cheese, the enchiladas are flavorful, hearty and fun. And they're easy to assemble the day before.
—Gail Sykora, Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin
These saucy, eggy enchiladas are a zippy twist on the usual plate of ham and eggs. Assemble the enchiladas the night before, and they’re quick to bake in the morning.
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Breakfast Egg Muffins
Total Time
30 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
After enjoying scrambled egg muffins at a local restaurant, I came up with this breakfast egg muffins recipe that my husband likes even better. They're pretty, hearty and fun to serve, too. —Cathy Larkins, Marshfield, Missouri
While it’s easy to make scrambled eggs for one or two, it gets tricky when cooking for a crowd. These egg muffins are a perfect solution, serving up individual portions of egg and sausage from a muffin tin.
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Spicy Breakfast Lasagna
Total Time
55 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
It's fun to cook something new for family and friends—especially when it gets rave reviews. When I took this dish to our breakfast club at work, people said it really woke up their taste buds!
Even a die-hard pasta aficionado may not have tried working noodles into breakfast—but this lasagna finally makes it possible! Slightly spicy, seriously cheesy and top-rated, this recipe is admittedly a labor of love. But, once it’s assembled, brunch is a cinch! Serve with cooling fruit, like sliced watermelon.
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Apple Butter Biscuit Breakfast Bake
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My grandmother created this recipe to use up the leftovers from Christmas Eve dinner. By combining the leftover ham and biscuits with her homemade apple butter, milk and eggs, she could serve us all a warm, delicious breakfast and still have time to spend with the grandchildren. —Mary M. Leverette, Columbia, South Carolina
What’s even easier than a make-ahead meal? One that uses up leftover ingredients! This brunch bake calls for leftover biscuits, cooked ham and apple butter, making it ideal for baking after a holiday dinner. It’s one of our favorite Christmas casseroles.
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Fruity Croissant Puff
Total Time
55 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I got this recipe from a good friend. Sweet, tart, tender and light, it tastes like a Danish.—Myra Aimer, Tuttle, North Dakota
Do you have a sweet tooth in the morning? Try this baked casserole, which transforms torn-up croissants, berries and cream cheese into a tender, delicious treat that tastes just like a fancy Danish.
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The Best Ever Pancakes
Total Time
20 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I'm not joking when I say I make pancakes every weekend. I love them in any form and variation. —James Schend, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
Ready for a brilliant trick? You can make any pancake batter ahead of time: simple stir it together and leave in the fridge overnight. In the morning, just pre-heat the skillet, give the batter a quick stir and fry up the ‘cakes.
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Pecan Chocolate Waffles
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 round waffles
From the Recipe Creator:
If you like waffles and chocolate, this recipe is for you. These tender but crunchy waffles are great for breakfast, brunch or an after-dinner dessert. Instead of chocolate topping, top with berries and whipped cream or simply sprinkle with powdered sugar. —Agnes Golian, Garfield Heights, Ohio
The same make-ahead trick works for waffle batter! Set it up the night before, and you’re only a quick visit to the waffle iron away from hot, lofty waffles. This waffle recipe is a chocolate lover’s dream.
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Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats
Total Time
10 min
Servings
1 serving
From the Recipe Creator:
Talk about wholesome and quick! You’ll be satisfied right up until lunchtime with these peanut butter banana overnight oats. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
This yummy oatmeal recipe tastes like peanut butter banana bread! The trick to making oatmeal ahead is to prep it at night: the oats soften in the liquid, turning almost creamy. It’s a filling and healthy brunch recipe.
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Breakfast Biscuit Cups
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The first time I made these cups, my husband and his assistant coach came into the kitchen right as I pulled the pan from the oven. They devoured the biscuits! —Debra Carlson, Columbus Junction, Iowa
These savory biscuit cups are easy-peasy to set up ahead of time. Make sure you have enough room in the fridge to store the muffin tray, or just refrigerate the prepped biscuit mix in the bowl and scoop in the morning. Leftovers freeze nicely.
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Apple Pie Steel-Cut Oatmeal
Total Time
6 hours 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I absolutely love this slow-cooked oatmeal. The steel-cut oats have so much flavor and texture. My family sprinkles toasted pecans on top whenever possible. —Angela Lively, Conroe, Texas
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Mushroom Asparagus Quiche
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Loads of asparagus pieces add color and flavor to this hearty, creamy quiche. And its easy crescent roll crust means you'll have dinner ready in a snap! —Sharon A. Fujita, Fontana, California
Quiche is the perfect brunch food: savory, rich and just as good served early in the morning as later in the day. Preparing the quiche ahead of time ensures a rich, savory flavor and a perfectly set filling. Serve cold or gently warmed up.
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Italian Apricot-Pancetta Strata
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For me, the combination of sweet and savory along with easy preparation make this Italian-inspired strata a winning dish for home cooks everywhere! It can be served for breakfast, brunch, or as a late afternoon meal.—Naylet LaRochelle, Miami, Florida
This top-rated brunch recipe is the perfect balance of savory and sweet. A classic strata (an Italian bread-and-egg casserole) is jazzed up with an array of delicious fillings (totally customizable, of course). Think pancetta, mushrooms, apricot preserves, three kinds of cheese and a sprinkle of nuts.
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Make-Ahead Biscuits & Gravy Bake
Total Time
45 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Biscuits and gravy are usually prepared separately but served together. I created a way to bake them all at once in this scrumptious casserole. —Nancy Mcinnis, Olympia, Washington
Ah, biscuits and gravy, the ultimate Southern comfort food! Making delicious homemade gravy is simple, but does take careful timing, which can be tricky before the coffee kicks in. Prep the recipe the day before and that’s no longer an issue!
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Can’t-Eat-Just-One Cinnamon Rolls
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My cinnamon rolls have been known to vanish quickly. Once I dropped off a dozen rolls for my brothers, and they emptied the pan in 10 minutes. —Regina Farmwald, West Farmington, Ohio
One of our favorite big breakfast bakes, these cinnamon rolls set up in a 13×9 pan ahead of time and bake quickly in the morning. Bake them alongside an egg casserole for a sweet and savory brunch.
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Farmer’s Casserole
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Between family and friends, we average 375 visitors a year! This casserole is super handy—you can put it together the night before and let the flavors blend, then bake it in the morning. —Nancy Schmidt, Center, Colorado
Feeding a crowd for brunch? Serve this delicious, hearty breakfast casserole—it’s one of our most popular breakfast recipes ever!
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Whole Wheat Pancakes
Total Time
25 min
Servings
20 pancakes
From the Recipe Creator:
To fix a large batch of tender pancakes for my five children, I rely on this quick and wholesome recipe. It calls for whole wheat flour and buttermilk, which make the pancakes filling but also light. Serve them with hot chocolate for a breakfast that's sure to delight little ones. —Line Walter, Wayne, Pennsylvania
Make baked goods a bit healthier (and more filling) by using whole wheat flour. These pancakes are a great way to get kids used to the stronger flavor of whole wheat (syrup is a great persuader, too).
The warm, savory flavor of grits is the backbone of this hearty brunch casserole. While bacon, cheese and corn add ample flavor to the dish, you can also add chopped peppers, chives or spinach. This is another naturally gluten-free brunch recipe.
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Bananas Foster Baked French Toast
Total Time
55 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Mmm…bananas Foster for breakfast! This yummy baked French toast serves up all the taste of the spectacular dessert in fine fashion. —Laurence Nasson, Hingham Massachusetts
Is it a dessert or breakfast? It’s both, and it’s delicious! Setting up the French toast ahead of time gives the bread plenty of time to soak up the yummy spiced milk.
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Spicy Sausage Hash Browns
Total Time
5 hours 15 min
Servings
9 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love to develop my own recipes, and I have people calling for them often. My family members and friends from our church tend to be my favorite and most honest critics. —Angela Sheridan, Opdyke, Illinois
Here’s another delicious brunch to make in the slow cooker. A little bit spicy, a little bit savory and extremely cozy, these hash browns are perfect for a winter brunch.
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Reuben and Rye Strata
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This make-ahead dish is wonderful for brunch, lunch or supper, and it’s so easy to prepare. If you prefer it, substitute turkey pastrami for the corned beef. —Mary Louise Lever, Rome, Georgia
Reuben lovers, this one is for you! Make this rye bread-based casserole on St. Patrick’s Day (or any day of the year).
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Air-Fryer Sausage Bacon Bites
Total Time
35 min
Servings
about 3-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Try surprising your family on Sunday morning by pulling these bites out of the air fryer as they head to breakfast, and get ready for the oohs and aahs of delight. They're equally delicious as a party appetizer. —Pat Waymire, Yellow Springs, Ohio
These tempting savory bites are irresistible—especially if you’ve done the work of prepping them the night before! One of our favorite air-fryer breakfasts, they’ll only take about 15 minutes to cook, filling the house with the delicious smell of bacon.
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Sticky Cinnamon-Sugar Monkey Bread
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
You can do all the prep work for this monkey bread the night before. I prepare the dough pieces and put all the sauce ingredients in the pan so it's ready for the morning. You can sprinkle chopped nuts in with the dough pieces before pouring the sauce on and baking. — Diana Kunselman, Rimersburg, Pennsylvania
Prep this incredible pull-apart bread in advance—the dough will rise slowly in the fridge overnight, developing plenty of flavor. The cooked sauce is melty, sticky and fabulous. Add chopped nuts, if you like.
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Ham & Cheddar Breakfast Casserole
Total Time
4 hours 20 min
Servings
12 servings.
From the Recipe Creator:
Easy and cheesy, my go-to casserole for action-packed mornings has made many appearances at holiday breakfasts, potlucks and even my daughter's college apartment to feed her hungry roommates. —Patty Bernhard, Greenville, Ohio
Ham and cheese is one of those perfect flavor combinations. This brunch recipe calls for a full dozen eggs, making it perfect for feeding a crowd.
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Strawberry Overnight Oats
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
1 serving
From the Recipe Creator:
These strawberry overnight oats will be ready and waiting for you in the morning. ThePB&J-inspired breakfast is both gluten-free and dairy-free. Use more or less sugar depending on the sweetness of the strawberries. —Jolene Martinelli, Fremont, New Hampshire
Looking for a healthy brunch recipe? Try this mild, sweet batch of overnight oats. Whole grain oats, jammy strawberries and protein-filled chia seeds add plenty of flavor and nutrition.
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Cheddar and Chorizo Strata
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Stratas are a wonderful way to use up bits and pieces of leftovers you have on hand. You can make them meatless, or replace the cheeses with whatever is available. This can be made a day before baking. If you like more heat, use pepper jack cheese. —Kallee Krong-McCreery, Escondido, California
Like all strata recipes, this one is extremely flexible. Don’t have cheddar? Try pepper jack for extra heat, or mozzarella for a meltier vibe. Frozen kale or broccoli can replace the spinach. You get the idea!
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Raspberry Coconut French Toast Slow-Cooker Style
Total Time
3 hours 10 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I put the ingredients in the slow cooker crock the night before, refrigerate it, then pop the crock into the slow cooker in the morning. You can use regular milk or half-and-half, include your favorite jam, and substitute almond extract instead of vanilla. —Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan
Want to make brunch without dirtying a sink-full of dishes? Prepare this French toast right in your slow-cooker crock, refrigerate overnight and pop straight into the cooker in the morning.
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Green Chile Brunch Bake
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
It's easy to make this ahead of time in a 13x9-inch pan. It is filling, is perfect for a crowd and helps out busy parents. —Trista Thinnes, Fort Worth, Texas
Smoky green chiles are a delicious Southwestern food that’s perfect for those who love chile flavor but not necessarily a wallop of heat. Leftovers are great any time of day.
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Make-Ahead Eggs Benedict Toast Cups
Total Time
40 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
When I was growing up, we had a family tradition of having eggs Benedict with champagne and orange juice for our Christmas breakfast. But now that I’m cooking, a fussy breakfast isn’t my style. I wanted to come up with a dish I could make ahead that would mimic the flavors of traditional eggs Benedict and would also freeze well. —Lyndsay Wells, Ladysmith, British Columbia
Traditional eggs Benedict is a treat—and a labor of love to make. This easy make-ahead brunch recipe has all the flavor of eggs Benedict, but it comes together in just 30 minutes.
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Buttermilk Buckwheat Pancakes
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 pancakes
From the Recipe Creator:
This buckwheat pancake recipe uses buckwheat flour instead of the wheat-based variety. The light and tender buckwheat pancakes offer a nutty flavor and hearty texture. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
Whole grain buckwheat has an earthy, mild sweetness that tastes delicious with maple syrup. It’s also naturally gluten-free. Whisk together the batter the night before for easy pancakes in the morning.
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
Total Time
10 min
Servings
1 serving
From the Recipe Creator:
Soon after I learned about overnight oats I decided to create a recipe with my favorite sugary combination: chocolate and peanut butter. Overnight oats are a perfect breakfast for busy mornings. —Anna Bentley, Swanzey, New Hampshire
Overnight oats usually feel like an on-the-go breakfast before work, not a special brunch. This recipe changes the game. It yields a rich, chocolaty bowl of oats to enjoy alongside orange juice and an egg bake.
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Roasted Vegetable Strata
Total Time
1 hour 35 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
With the abundance of zucchini my family has in the fall, this is the perfect dish to use some of what we have. Cheesy and rich, the warm, classic breakfast dish is sure to please! —Colleen Doucette, Truro, Nova Scotia
Want to eat up a surplus of zucchini? Try this veggie-packed strata. It’s a great way to get more vegetables onto the breakfast table.
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Caramelized Bacon Twists
Total Time
30 min
Servings
about 3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
A friend gave me this recipe to use at a bridal shower brunch, and the sweet chewy bacon strips were a big hit. Lining the pan with foil before baking helps cut down on cleanup. —Jane Paschke, University Park, Florida
Set up a pan of bacon at night, and bake it in the morning alongside your breakfast casserole! This sweet-and-savory bacon recipe is a real treat.
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Baked French Toast
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Any day is special when Mom makes one of her French toast recipes, like this do-ahead baked version. —Jill Baughman, New York, New York
This perfect French toast recipe is easy to tweak to the season and to what’s in your pantry. Try with French bread, brioche, challah or even cinnamon raisin bread. Any fruit works, from summer stone fruits to winter citrus.
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Sausage & Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole
Total Time
50 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I made this tasty sausage and crescent roll breakfast casserole for a baby shower. It saved the day: Preparing it ahead gave me more time to finish decorating for the party. —Melody Craft, Conroe, Texas
A tube of crescent rolls has a lot more uses than you might expect! Here, it transforms into a buttery, flaky casserole.
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Slow-Cooker Doughnut Breakfast Bake
Total Time
4 hours 15 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This extravagant dish will be the star of the brunch table. Try serving it with sausage, fresh berries and yogurt. —Rashanda Cobbins, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Have a box of cake doughnuts going stale? Make this yummy, rich breakfast bake. It’s definitely extravagant—make it for a birthday or special occasion!
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Quiche Pastry Cups
Total Time
45 min
Servings
1-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My grandmother used to make egg cup surprises for family brunches on special occasions. The added fillings were always a surprise since she never seemed to use the same combination of ingredients twice. As children, we took guesses as to what we'd find in the tender crust—the game always added fun to our meals. —Denalee Standart, Rancho Mureta, California
If you keep pre-made puff pastry in the freezer, you’re never far from a delicious meal. This fancy-ish brunch recipe looks impressive, but it’s easy to put together in advance.
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Vegetable Strata
Total Time
1 hour 55 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We always serve food at our Bunco games, and since one of us is a vegetarian we like to make fun meatless dishes we can all enjoy. This strata can easily be doubled and tastes fantastic hot or at room temperature. —Doris Mancini, Port Orchard, Washington
Use up whatever veggies are in your garden or crisper drawer with this tasty strata. As a bonus, it’s a vegetarian brunch recipe!
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Banana Oatmeal Pancakes
Total Time
15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
In our house, we sprinkle these whole wheat pancakes with a little confectioners' sugar because the banana is so sweet that you don't need syrup. —Patricia Swart, Galloway, New Jersey
Want a delicious vegan brunch that will appeal to everyone at the table? Make these easy, hearty banana pancakes, made with wholesome whole grain wheat and oats.
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Mediterranean Veggie Brunch Puff
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I make breakfast casseroles with whatever I have, like spinach, sweet red pepper and cheddar. With this puff, we like a burst of flavor from Greek vinaigrette. —Angela Robinson, Findlay, Ohio
Buttery, flaky croissants become delightfully squishy in this cheesy brunch recipe. Red peppers, feta and Greek salad dressing take the flavor in a Mediterranean direction, but you can switch up the fillings to suit your tastes.
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Baked Blueberry-Mascarpone French Toast
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I want something special to serve my guests for a Saturday or Sunday brunch, I turn to this recipe. It never fails. It's wonderful during the spring and early summer because the blueberries are particularly good this time of year. —Patricia C. Quinn, Omaha, Nebraska
This rich treat is a great fruit breakfast any time of year. Frozen blueberries make it simple to prep even if you haven’t been to the grocery store in a while, but you can also swap in whatever fresh berries you have on hand.
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Slow-Cooker Frittata Provencal
Total Time
3 hours 30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe means that a delectable dinner is ready when I walk in the door from work. The meatless slow-cooker meal also makes an elegant brunch for lazy weekends. —Connie Eaton, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Channel the sun-baked fields of France with this slow-cooker brunch recipe. With notes of thyme, goat cheese and sun-dried tomatoes, it’s like summer on a plate.
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Hawaiian Bacon & Pineapple Breakfast Bake
Total Time
55 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Sweet meets savory in this fun twist on the typical breakfast casserole. It's great for parties and potlucks because you can make it the night before. —Katie Osborn, Toledo, Ohio
Ham and pineapple hit all the right sweet and savory notes on a pizza, so why not apply the flavor to brunch? This eggy breakfast bake calls for both bacon and ham; you could also try Canadian bacon.
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Maple-Walnut Sticky Buns
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Mmm! These ooey-gooey goodies will have everyone licking maple syrup from their fingers—and reaching for seconds. The yeast dough chills overnight. —Nancy Foust, Stoneboro, Pennsylvania
The very definition of finger-lickin’ good, these sticky buns are a true treat. The yeasted dough chills overnight, slowly proving and building flavor. In the morning, the caramel scent of baking rolls will make the advance prep totally worth it.
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Basil Vegetable Strata
Total Time
1 hour 40 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I've been cooking this strata for years, and my family just can't get enough! Fresh basil gives the healthy brunch dish an added flavor boost. —Jean Ecos, Hartland, Wisconsin.
The best part about a strata? The chance to use up whatever veggies you’ve got left in the fridge at the end of the week. This strata suggests leeks, onions, bell peppers and mushrooms, but feel free to swap in garlic, green onions, chopped greens, leftover potatoes or just about anything else you want to use up.
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Orange Breakfast Souffle with Dried Cherries
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
9 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Our family often took this decadent breakfast souffle to a local park on Father's Day. It's easy to make the night before, pop in the oven the next morning and go!—Sharon Ricci, Mendon, New York
Souffles have a reputation for fussiness: breathe too hard while they’re baking, and they’ll collapse! Not so with this recipe, which is a cross between a souffle and bread pudding. It even survives an overnight stay in the fridge.
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Overnight Pancakes
Total Time
20 min
Servings
30 pancakes
From the Recipe Creator:
Our kids love waking up to these golden, fluffy pancakes. The buttermilk batter is refrigerated overnight, making them perfect for busy mornings and special occasion breakfasts alike. —Lisa Sammons, Cut Bank, Montana
These yeasted pancakes are truly special. With an acidic bubbliness from buttermilk, plus the lofty rise of yeast, they’re light, airy and absolutely delicious. Serve with syrup or a more creative pancake topping.
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Broccoli Casserole
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Even people who don’t like broccoli beg me to make this comforting broccoli cheese casserole recipe. It's similar to a classic green bean casserole, but the melted cheese just puts it over the top. —Elaine Hubbard, Pocono Lake, Pennsylvania
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Ham & Gruyere Mini Quiches
Total Time
50 min
Servings
10 mini quiches
From the Recipe Creator:
When you make this in muffin cups, each person gets a quiche. I have also doubled the recipe and used jumbo muffin cups; bake about 10 minutes longer. —Gena Stout, Ravenden, Arkansas
While some brunches are served family style, prepping individual dishes feels extra special. These mini quiches bake in muffin cups, making them simple to prepare. They’re just right for a picnic.
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Pumpkin-Pecan Baked Oatmeal
Total Time
45 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here’s a yummy wintertime treat. My husband rarely eats in the morning, but when I make my baked oatmeal, he digs right in. —Alex Muehl, Austin, Texas
In the fall, we want to eat as much pumpkin as possible. This cozy baked oatmeal puts pumpkin on the breakfast menu!
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Slow-Cooked Blueberry French Toast
Total Time
3 hours 30 min
Servings
12 servings (2 cups syrup)
From the Recipe Creator:
Your slow cooker can be your best friend on a busy morning. Just get this recipe going, run some errands and come back to the smell of French toast ready to eat. —Elizabeth Lorenz, Peru, Indiana
Here’s a great recipe for a later-morning brunch. Prep the French toast the night before, and turn on the slow cooker first thing in the morning. In a couple of hours, the whole house will smell like a bistro.
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Prosciutto-Pesto Breakfast Strata
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I'd never tried prosciutto before this recipe, and it instantly made me a big-time fan! The layers of flavor in this dish are brilliant, making it well worth the time and a must for your recipe box. —Vicki Anderson, Farmington, Minnesota
Looking for a fancy brunch recipe? This egg strata is packed with sophisticated flavors: salty Prosciutto, smoky Gouda, dry white wine and garlicky pesto. Serve with a mimosa.
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Brunch Burritos
Total Time
4 hours 30 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I like to use a second slow cooker to keep the tortillas warm and pliable when I serve these hearty burritos. Just place a clean wet cloth in the bottom, then cover it with foil and add your tortillas.—Beth Osburn, Levelland, Texas
To make these meaty breakfast burritos, a melange of sausage, hash browns and eggs cooks low in the slow cooker overnight. In the morning, scoop the filling into tortillas and serve with chopped jalapeños and salsa.
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Elegant Smoked Salmon Strata
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This fancy overnight egg bake is ideal for guests. In the morning, you can simply let it come to room temperature and whip up side dishes as it bakes. Then get ready for compliments! —Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, Florida
Traditional brunch delicacies, smoked salmon or lox taste fabulous in this upscale strata. Serve with a dollop of creme fraiche, sour cream or Greek yogurt; the sour tang of dairy is the perfect balance for the rich dish.
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Chiles Rellenos Souffle
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
After we spent the night at our friends’ house in Arizona, we awoke to the tantalizing aroma of an egg souffle. It brings back wonderful memories. —Pat Coyne, Las Vegas, Nevada
To make this eggy bake lofty and delicate, like a souffle, the recipe calls for small-curd cottage cheese, which lightens the egg mix without requiring the fussy step of separating egg whites. Smoky green chiles, cheddar cheese and biscuit mix add plenty of savory flavor.
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Brown Sugar Oatmeal Pancakes
Total Time
15 min
Servings
about 10 pancakes
From the Recipe Creator:
My family absolutely loves these oat pancakes. I make them every Saturday and Sunday. If I don't, they don't believe it's the weekend! My son's friends often spend the night, and I think it's because they like these oatmeal pancakes so much. They are especially delicious served with molasses and syrup. —Sharon W. Bickett, Chester, South Carolina
A mix of quick-cooking oats, whole wheat and all-purpose flour give these pancakes plenty of hearty flavor, but they’re still tender enough to taste like a treat. These are great with maple syrup or molasses.
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Cranberry Cream Cheese French Toast
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My friend makes this French toast bake with blueberries, but I make mine with cranberry sauce. Either way, it’s divine. It makes a great brunch dish for Christmas morning. —Sandie Heindel, Liberty, Missouri
With its stripes of toasted bread and red cranberries, this French toast bake is undeniably festive, making it perfect for a holiday brunch. While it looks fancy, it’s simple to prep using store-bought canned cranberry sauce and packaged cream cheese.
59/78
Veggie Sausage Strata
Total Time
1 hour 35 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
As a retired home economics teacher, I've made quite a few recipes through the years. This hearty casserole is a favorite in my family. —Dorothy Erickson, Blue Eye, Missouri
Need to use up a bumper crop of zucchini? This strata recipe tastes lighter than usual thanks to the addition chopped zucchini alongside the bread and egg filling.
60/78
Chicken Taco Quiche
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
2 quiches (6 servings each)
From the Recipe Creator:
I wanted to make a quiche but didn't want the usual flavors, so I used ingredients I had in my pantry and refrigerator to come up with this recipe. I was surprised at the great taste and how well the flavors came together. My neighbor asked for the recipe and had the same success! —Tamie Bradford, Grand Forks AFB, North Dakota
Quiche, but make it Southwestern! This brunch dish combines the ease of a baked quiche with the zip of spicy tacos.
61/78
Overnight Maple Oatmeal
Total Time
10 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I tasted muesli on a trip to Switzerland, and when I came home, I made it my way. Keep things interesting (and avoid midmorning munchies) by adding different fruits and nuts every day. —Maddie Kirk, Springfield, Pennsylvania
Every brunch spread should offer something healthy, whether it’s a simple fruit platter or hearty oatmeal. It’s anything but boring thanks to the toasted walnuts and maple syrup.
62/78
Eggs Benedict Casserole
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
12 servings (1-2/3 cups sauce)
From the Recipe Creator:
This eggs Benedict casserole is just as tasty as the classic but without all the hassle. Simply assemble the ingredients ahead, and bake it the next morning for an elegant breakfast or brunch. —Sandie Heindel, Liberty, Missouri
One of our most popular brunch recipes, this Benedict-inspired casserole calls for making homemade hollandaise sauce. One of the so-called mother sauces, hollandaise is a rich blend of egg yolks, cream and melted butter. It’s definitely worth mastering.
63/78
Orange-Cinnamon French Toast
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 slices
From the Recipe Creator:
Everyone eats at the same time when you fix this tasty oven-baked French toast. —Bernice Smith, Sturgeon Lake, Minnesota
Everyone eats at the same time when you fix this tasty oven-baked French toast. —Bernice Smith, Sturgeon Lake, Minnesota
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Freezer Breakfast Sandwiches
Total Time
40 min
Servings
12 sandwiches
From the Recipe Creator:
On a busy morning, these freezer breakfast sandwiches save the day. A hearty combo of eggs, Canadian bacon and cheese will keep you fueled until lunchtime. —Christine Rukavena, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Brunch doesn’t always have to be leisurely. A hearty handheld sandwich makes for a quick, filling brunch to fuel a busy day. Scale this recipe up if you like: the sandwiches freeze well and are handy to have on-the-go.
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Overnight Yeast Waffles
Total Time
20 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Starting the day with an appealing, hearty breakfast is certainly a step in the right direction when you're trying to follow a healthy eating plan. These waffles are so good that I freeze them to have some handy for busy mornings. —Mary Balcomb, Florence, Oregon
Whip up this waffle batter and let sit overnight. In the morning, just preheat your waffle iron and get cookin’. You can also freeze cooked waffles for an even easier morning.
66/78
Sparkling Oranges
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We were living in Texas when I found the recipe for this simple yet elegant salad. I was thrilled— we had a surplus of fresh oranges! All you do at the last minute is garnish and serve. —Janie Bush, Weskan, Kansas
These bright, refreshing oranges are the perfect side dish for a rich brunch casserole. It’s especially tasty in the winter, when citrus is at its peak.
67/78
Slow-Cooker Breakfast Burritos
Total Time
4 hours 10 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Prep these tasty, hearty burritos the night before for a quick breakfast in the morning or let them cook while you are away on a weekend afternoon for an easy supper. —Anna Miller, Churdan, Iowa
Hearty eggy burritos will entice even the sleepiest teen to the brunch table. In a smart twist, they’re made in the slow cooker! Serve with sliced avocado and salsa.
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Raisin Bread & Sausage Morning Casserole
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When we used to have Sunday breakfasts with my grandparents, my mom often made this for grandpa because he enjoyed it so much. Pork sausage and cinnamon bread taste surprisingly good together. —Carolyn Levan, Dixon, Illinois
Pork sausage and cinnamon bread aren’t a pairing you’d eat every day, but they work surprisingly well together. The sweet and spice of the bread balances the rich, savory sausage—and both are delicious with eggs.
69/78
Baked Two-Cheese & Bacon Grits
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
In the South, everyone loves three things: bacon, cheese and grits! After playing around with this recipe, I took it to my first family party as a newlywed, and it was a huge hit. This recipe has become a family tradition that I'm sure will be passed down for generations. —Melissa Rogers, Tuscaloosa, Alabama
How do you make the creamiest, cheesiest grits? Use Velveeta, the meltiest cheese out there. Extra white cheddar adds a hint of sharpness.
70/78
Colorful Ham Strata
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Marilou's make-ahead breakfast bake is a cinch, particularly when leftover ham is used. Chock-full of peppers, onions and cheese, the eye-opener makes an ideal contribution to brunch buffets and is a great way to start the day.
Using two colors of fresh peppers makes this strata so eye-catching. Chopped spinach or kale would be a welcome sprinkle of green, as well.
71/78
Overnight Pumpkin French Toast Casserole
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Recipes that don't tie me to the kitchen—that’s what I’m all about. I make this luscious dish the night before breakfast or brunch with guests. —Patricia Harmon, Baden, Pennsylvania
Recipes that don’t tie me to the kitchen—that’s what I’m all about. I make this luscious dish the night before breakfast or brunch with guests. —Patricia Harmon, Baden, Pennsylvania
72/78
Green Chile Quiche Squares
Total Time
55 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Chiles add spark to this cheesy quiche. You can vary the flavor based on the kind of croutons you buy. I like to serve fresh fruit on the side. —Connie Willson, Huntington Beach, California
Want quiche without all the work? This recipe uses salad croutons in place of a pie crust. Serve with fresh fruit and other brunch staples.
73/78
Orange Marmalade Breakfast Bake
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
12 servings (1-1/2 cups syrup)
From the Recipe Creator:
When I host a brunch I always look for a main dish that can be prepared a day ahead so I can spend the extra time preparing other recipes. If you like, use grapefruit or mixed fruit marmalade instead of the orange marmalade called for in the recipe.—Judy Wilson, Sun City West, Arizona
It’s hard to beat marmalade on toast, but this breakfast bake definitely elevates the classic combination. Buttery and rich, this bread-and-egg bake is a welcome treat for the family or guests.
74/78
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Slow-Cooker Breakfast Casserole
Total Time
7 hours 25 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's a breakfast casserole that is very easy on the cook. I can make it the night before and it's ready in the morning. It's the perfect recipe when I have weekend guests. —Ella Stutheit, Las Vegas, Nevada
76/78
Peach French Toast
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Let the aroma of baked peaches, brown sugar and cinnamon wake up your family. When you serve the tender slices of French toast, be sure to scoop up the golden syrup in the bottom of the pan and drizzle it over the top. —Geraldine Casey, Anderson, Indiana
Ripe, juicy peaches are pretty hard to resist eating plain, but save a few for this brunch recipe! The fruit, sprinkled with brown sugar, creates a thick golden syrup that makes simple French toast truly excellent.
77/78
Apple, Cheddar & Bacon Bread Pudding
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
9 servings (1-1/2 cups syrup)
From the Recipe Creator:
I had this dish at a bridal brunch many years ago. It was so delicious that I created my own version, and this is the result. Now I make it all the time. Enjoy! —Melissa Millwood, Lyman, South Carolina
Sweet and savory flavors balance beautifully in this comforting bread pudding. The gently heated walnut maple syrup topping makes this a truly perfect fall breakfast recipe.
78/78
Banana Blueberry Pancakes
Total Time
20 min
Servings
14 pancakes
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe is a favorite in our home. My kids don’t even realize how healthy it is! —Kelly Reinicke, Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
Mashed bananas add both sweetness and heft to these I-can’t-believe-they’re healthy pancakes. Serve with fresh or frozen blueberries. Leftovers freeze well, too.
