70+ Easy Brunch Recipes You'll Want To Make Every Weekend
Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
Wake up and smell the coffee. Brunch has become America's favorite and trendiest affair. However, in the South we consider brunch a regular part of our weekend mornings. We'll never turn down a reason to try our hand at a brand new recipe or pull together another casserole in our 9- by 13-inch pan. It's always been a staple to host brunch for a family get-together or to invite neighbors over for homemade biscuits and jam. What else would you do on a Saturday morning? We like our eggs how we like our mornings: sunny side up.
Brunch is a meal that seamlessly translates into an easy get-together to catch up with old friends or a low stress gathering to spend time with family. If you like to sleep in a little past nine and prefer to not commit to evening plans, brunch is the best option. Don't worry about being fancy, just cherish the time with your loved ones while biting into some delicious homemade cinnamon rolls. We found the tastiest, easy-to-cook recipes that are must-haves for your next brunch. Make the most of your morning with these delicious recipes.
Egg in a Biscuit
VICTOR PROTASIO; FOOD STYLING: RUTH BLACKBURN; PROP STYLING: LYDIA PURSELL
If you need something fun for brunch without too much effort, these egg in a biscuits are a simple, adorable way to fill up any guests at your brunch gathering.
Peanut Butter–Stuffed French Toast
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
This is not your average French Toast recipe: this one is stuffed with peanut butter and topped with sweetened condensed milk. Plus, it only requires a handful of ingredients and comes together in just 12 minutes.
Stuffed Ham-and-Cheese Croissant Casserole
French toast meets breakfast sandwich in this gooey ham and Swiss breakfast casserole. The mini croissants add buttery richness that are balanced perfectly with a bite of sharp Dijon mustard and Swiss cheese.
Big-Batch Apple-Cinnamon Pancakes
Pancakes are a treat that everyone loves to wake up to, and these apple cinnamon pancakes are made simply in a big batch to save time and bring extra flavor.
Roasted Tomato Quiche
Don't save your tomatoes for just lunch and dinner — this quiche highlights heirloom tomatoes for an earthy twist on the brunch favorite.
Praline-Pecan French Toast
Robby Lozano; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall
French toast is a classic brunch treat, and this recipe elevates this favorite with pralines and pecans for a sweet, nutty flavor.
Cornmeal Crêpes With Blackberries And Buttermilk Cream
Greg Dupree; Prop Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall
Though you may see the word "crêpe" and get a little intimidated, this recipe is a simple and festive way to impress all the guests at your brunch gathering.
Farmers' Market Frittata
Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
No matter what season it is, this frittata is packed with peak-season vegetables to make great use of your Farmers market trip.
Southern Salmon Benedict
Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Stylist: Audrey Davis
This Southern salmon Benedict has the classic flavors of eggs Benedict, but with a little extra flair. The biscuits are decidedly Southern, but the smoked salmon makes this brunch special feel extra classy.
Quiche Lorraine
Vianney Rodriguez/Jason David Page
Fast and fancy, there was a least one quiche featured in nearly every issue of Southern Living in the seventies. Even still, no quiche was quite as popular as the Quiche Lorraine, a buttery crust with eggs and bacon.
Spiced Orange Rolls
Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely
This unexpected twist on regular cinnamon rolls will be the star of any brunch gathering. These sweet orange rolls have a bit of cinnamon to balance the tartness of fresh orange zest and juice and tangy orange marmalade.
Sausage Gravy Casserole with Cheddar-Cornmeal Biscuits
A casserole that's made to be frozen makes brunch a breeze.
French Toast
This classic French toast recipe calls for just six ingredients (and whatever toppings you like). It's made for white bread slices, but the beauty of French toast is you can use nearly any type of bread you have on hand. Bonus points if the slices are a little stale and need a second life.
Spicy Bisquick Sausage Balls
Freshly shredded cheese will ensure that your sausage balls have the best consistency.
Zucchini Bread Pancakes
Turn classic zucchini bread into a delicately flavored pancake version that's especially fun in summer, when zucchini is bountiful and often dirt cheap.
Waffle Casserole
Elevate frozen waffles so they're worthy of serving for brunch with this easy recipe that only requires 20 minutes of hands-on time.
Slow-Cooker Cinnamon Roll Casserole
Our trick to the best, gooey cinnamon rolls, is to use a trusty slow cooker.
Croissant Breakfast Casserole
Give day-old croissants new life by turning them into a cheesy baked casserole.
Cinnamon Roll Casserole
Frozen cinnamon rolls are given a delicious upgrade in this decadent casserole recipe.
Baked Oatmeal with Apple, Cranberries, and Pecans
For baking, it's best to choose a firm apple such as a Fuji or Honeycrisp that will retain shape and flavor while in the oven.
Cinnamon Sugar Pull-Apart Bread
Pull-apart bread is just as fun to make as it is to eat.
Cinnamon Roll Waffles
Easily make brunch-worthy waffles with canned cinnamon rolls and the help of your waffle maker.
Crustless Ham and Collard Greens Quiche
A sturdy base of ham, collards, onion, and cheese creates the foundation for this flavor-packed quiche.
Pancake Casserole
Make sure to prepare this dish the night before to allow the ingredients time to fully soak together.
Eggs Benedict Casserole
This casserole was made to take the hassle out of making Eggs Benedict while still delivering plenty of flavor.
Sheet Pan Berry Pancakes with Honey-Butter Syrup
No flipping is required when making pancakes on a sheet pan and you can customize the recipe with whatever fruit you prefer.
Mini Cheese Grits Casseroles
We love the single-serving portions in ramekins for an elevated brunch, but they can also be made in a 2-quart dish. Just increase the cooking time by 50-55 minutes.
Banana Bread French Toast Casserole
Using banana bread as the base for this French toast casserole adds an extra layer of sweetness.
Oven-Baked Buttermilk French Toast
The secret to light and fluffy baked French toast? Plenty of buttermilk.
Tater Tot Breakfast Bake
This cheesy tater tot casserole is a well-liked, kid-approved dish.
Fresh Fruit Salad
Fresh fruit salad is a refreshing change from savory breakfast dishes and will always be a staple at our brunch table.
Fried Chicken Biscuits with Rosemary Hot Honey
What's better than a crispy fried chicken biscuit? A crispy fried chicken biscuit topped with a mouth-watering honey drizzle.
Blueberry Pancake Breakfast Casserole
This blueberry pancake casserole is perfect for an easy brunch and tastes even better the next day.
Biscuits-and-Gravy Casserole
Store-bought biscuits help this hearty casserole come together with just 15 minutes of hands-on time.
Bacon Pancakes
Bacon-filled pancakes up the breakfast ante like you wouldn't believe.
Sausage-Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole
When in doubt, hash it out. This casserole is one savory treat to bring to your next brunch gathering.
Orange-Vanilla French Toast Casserole with Bourbon-Maple Syrup
Is too much syrup a problem? We'll take this French toast with a bucket of bourbon-maple syrup.
Cheesy Sausage-and-Croissant Casserole
This cheesy croissant casserole is perfect for guests with a hearty appetite.
Shrimp and Grits Casserole
Our delicious take on the classic shrimp and grits that we loaded with bacon and cheese.
Breakfast Enchiladas
If you're craving a breakfast burrito, try this tastier stand-in.
Fresh Peach Coffee Cake with Pecan Streusel
This recipe is peachy-keen and sure to impress a crowd, just top it off with whipped cream.
Orange Rolls
There's nothing better than starting your day with these zesty orange rolls.
Citrus Pull-Apart Bread
This scrumptious lemon bread is great to have on deck for an easy brunch spread.
Bakeshop Blueberry Muffins
Buttery blueberry muffins that'll melt in your mouth.
Cheesy Ham, Corn, and Grits Bake
This savory dish will impress even the pickiest of eaters.
Blackberry French Toast
A tasty blueberry dish that tastes even better with a dollop of whipped cream.
Peach Scones
A fluffy easy-to-grab treat that reminds us of summer.
Sweet-and-Spicy Sheet Pan Bacon
Spice up your bacon with cayenne pepper for an extraordinary dish.
Buttermilk Chicken and Waffles
This delectable bite-sized dish is perfect for a brunch board.
Baked Oatmeal
Oatmeal doesn't have to be bland. This recipe is full of flavor from apples, pecans, and seasonal fruit.
Country Ham Hash
This delicious ham hash is versatile enough to be served at brunch or even for dinner.
Huevos Rancheros Bake
This cheesy, egg-topped casserole is fit for a King and is certain to satisfy your savory-tooth.
Blueberry-Cornmeal Cake
Top this tasty cornmeal cake with fresh blueberries for a berry-overload.
Homemade Crescent Rolls
These buttery, homemade crescents are sure to be gone in seconds.
Breakfast Biscuit Sandwich with Sausage, Egg, and Cheese
Breakfast sandwiches are a no-brainer for an easy, accommodating brunch option.
Bacon-Hash Brown Quiche
Calling all bacon lovers, this quiche crust is made up of hashbrowns and bacon.
Ricotta Pancakes with Brown Butter-Maple Syrup and Blueberry Compote
Serve these fluffy flap jacks with home-made brown butter syrup and blueberry compote.
Snickerdoodle Doughnut Hole Muffins
Is it a muffin or a doughnut? Either way we're hooked on this sweet treat.
Creamy Egg Strata
When entertaining a crowd, you can never go wrong with a creamy egg strata.
Mini Bananas Foster Sticky Buns
Careful leaving out these sugary sticky buns, they are certain to be gone in a flash.
Buttermilk Biscuits
Homemade biscuits always have a place at a Southern brunch spread.
Sausage-and-Cheese Grits Quiche
We added a Southern touch to this quiche by adding cheesy grits.
Spinach-and-Broccoli Breakfast Bread Pudding
Wake up your guests with the aroma of this savory bread pudding in a slow cooker.
Hashbrown Casserole
You can never go wrong with this comforting, cheesy classic.
Best-Ever Sticky Buns
They're called the best-ever for a reason.
Fried Skillet Potatoes
These crunchy flavorful potatoes pair well as a side to omelets or sweet dishes.
Zucchini-Onion Frittata
Don't be afraid to load this meatless frittata with your favorite veggies and spices.
Chicks in a Blanket
You can find us at the hors d'oeuvres table eating these delicious chicken-apple sausages in a blanket.
Biscuit Beignets
Sugary beignets get a makeover that you never saw coming.
Biscuits-and-Gravy Skillet
Biscuits and gravy serve as a good 'ol delicious Southern staple.
Strawberry Jam
Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely
Just like grandma used to make it. Spread the fruity goodness on a warm biscuit, waffle, or toast.
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