16 Easter Brunch Recipes Everyone Will Love This Year

Easter morning has a way of sneaking up on you. One minute you’re thinking about spring colors and the next, you have a table full of hungry guests and a basket of eggs that still need to be dyed. If you’ve been there, you know the feeling.

You want the meal to feel special, but you also don’t want to spend the entire morning stuck in the kitchen by yourself.

The good news is that you don’t have to choose between a relaxing morning and a memorable meal. With the right lineup of dishes, you can put together a brunch that feels festive without running yourself ragged.

In this post, I’m sharing 16 recipes that cover all the bases—sweet, savory, make-ahead, and quick. Whether you’re hosting a big crowd or keeping it small, there’s something here that will work for you.

1. Classic Baked Ham with Brown Sugar Glaze

A spiral-cut ham is the centerpiece that says “special occasion” without requiring much work. The sweet and salty glaze caramelizes in the oven and fills the house with a smell that lets everyone know something good is happening.

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12-15

Ingredients:

• 1 (7-10 lb) spiral-cut bone-in ham
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/3 cup honey
• 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar

Recipe Steps:

• Preheat oven to 325°F. Place ham in a roasting pan and add 1/2 cup water to the bottom.
• Cover ham loosely with foil and bake for 1 hour.
• In a small bowl, whisk brown sugar, honey, mustard, and vinegar.
• Remove foil and brush ham with half the glaze. Bake 30 minutes more, brushing with remaining glaze halfway through.

2. Fluffy Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

These pancakes are light, tender, and taste like spring. The lemon adds brightness, and the ricotta keeps them from drying out. They stack beautifully and feel like a treat without being overly complicated.

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 25 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup whole milk ricotta
• 3/4 cup milk
• 2 large eggs, separated
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 2 tablespoons melted butter

Recipe Steps:

• In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
• In another bowl, mix ricotta, milk, egg yolks, lemon zest, lemon juice, and melted butter.
• In a small bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form.
• Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in egg whites.
• Cook on a greased griddle over medium heat until bubbles form, then flip.

3. Asparagus and Goat Cheese Frittata

This frittata comes together in one skillet and works hot or at room temperature. It’s packed with spring vegetables and creamy goat cheese, making it an easy way to feed a crowd without standing over the stove.

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 30 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients:

• 8 large eggs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped

Recipe Steps:

• Preheat broiler. In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
• Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add asparagus and cook 3-4 minutes.
• Pour egg mixture over asparagus and cook 5-6 minutes, lifting edges to let uncooked egg flow underneath.
• Dot with goat cheese and transfer the skillet to the broiler. Broil 2-3 minutes until set and lightly golden.
• Sprinkle with chives before serving.

4. Hot Cross Buns

You can’t have Easter brunch without these spiced, fruit-filled buns. The soft dough, warm spices, and simple icing cross make them feel traditional and special. Make them the day before to save time in the morning.

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 3 hours (includes rising time)
Servings: 12 buns

Ingredients:

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup warm milk
• 1/4 cup melted butter
• 2 large eggs
• 3/4 cup currants or raisins
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1-2 tablespoons milk (for icing)

Recipe Steps:

• In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, yeast, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
• Add warm milk, melted butter, and eggs. Stir until dough forms. Knead 5-7 minutes.
• Knead in currants. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1 hour.
• Punch down dough, divide into 12 pieces, and shape into balls. Place in a greased 9×13 pan. Cover and rise 45 minutes.
• Preheat oven to 375°F. Bake 20-25 minutes until golden.
• Cool slightly. Mix powdered sugar and milk, then pipe crosses on each bun.

5. Spring Vegetable Quiche

A quiche is basically a crust filled with eggs and whatever you have on hand. This version uses leeks, peas, and fresh herbs for a light, seasonal feel. It slices neatly and looks pretty on a plate.

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients:

• 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 leek, white and light green parts only, sliced
• 1 cup frozen peas, thawed
• 6 large eggs
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped

Recipe Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375°F. Line pie crust with parchment and fill with pie weights. Bake 15 minutes. Remove weights and parchment.
• In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Cook leek until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in peas.
• In a bowl, whisk eggs, cream, milk, salt, and pepper.
• Spread leek mixture and cheese in crust. Pour egg mixture over top. Sprinkle with dill.
• Bake 35-40 minutes until center is set. Let cool 10 minutes before slicing.

6. Cinnamon Roll Casserole

This dish takes all the flavors of cinnamon rolls and turns them into a shareable bake. It’s perfect if you want something sweet without the work of rolling dough. Assemble it the night before and just pop it in the oven.

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 45 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients:

• 2 cans (12.4 oz each) refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing
• 4 large eggs
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1/2 cup maple syrup

Recipe Steps:

• Grease a 9×13 baking dish. Cut each cinnamon roll into quarters and scatter in dish.
• In a bowl, whisk eggs, cream, cinnamon, vanilla, and maple syrup.
• Pour egg mixture over rolls. Cover and refrigerate overnight if desired.
• When ready to bake, preheat oven to 375°F. Bake 30-35 minutes until puffed and golden.
• Drizzle with icing from cans before serving.

7. Smoked Salmon Platter

This isn’t really a recipe—it’s an arrangement. A board with smoked salmon, cream cheese, capers, red onion, and bagels lets people build their own plate. It looks impressive and requires almost no cooking.

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 15 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients:

• 8 oz smoked salmon
• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup capers, drained
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges
• Fresh dill sprigs
• 6-8 bagels, sliced and toasted

Recipe Steps:

• Arrange smoked salmon on a large platter or board.
• Place cream cheese in a small bowl and set on the board.
• Add small bowls of capers and red onion, or scatter them directly on the board.
• Tuck lemon wedges and dill sprigs around the salmon.
• Serve with toasted bagels on the side.

8. Strawberry Spinach Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing

A bright, fresh salad balances out the heavier dishes on the table. The berries bring sweetness, and the homemade dressing ties it all together. It comes together in minutes.

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 15 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients:

• 6 oz fresh baby spinach
• 1 pint strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Recipe Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine spinach, strawberries, red onion, and almonds.
• In a small jar, combine olive oil, vinegar, honey, poppy seeds, and salt. Shake well.
• Drizzle dressing over salad just before serving and toss gently.

9. Make-Ahead Breakfast Casserole

This is the workhorse of Easter brunch. Sausage, eggs, cheese, and bread bake into a hearty dish that feeds a crowd. You assemble it the night before, so all you have to do in the morning is turn on the oven.

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 1 hour (plus overnight refrigeration)
Servings: 10

Ingredients:

• 1 lb breakfast sausage
• 6 cups cubed day-old bread
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 8 large eggs
• 2 cups milk
• 1 teaspoon mustard powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Recipe Steps:

• Brown sausage in a skillet, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain fat.
• Grease a 9×13 baking dish. Spread bread cubes in dish. Top with sausage and cheese.
• In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, mustard powder, salt, and pepper. Pour evenly over bread.
• Cover and refrigerate overnight.
• In the morning, preheat oven to 350°F. Bake uncovered 45-50 minutes until set and golden.

10. Carrot Cake Muffins with Cream Cheese Filling

These muffins taste like dessert but are acceptable at breakfast. The cream cheese center is a nice surprise, and the carrot cake base means you’re basically eating vegetables. Basically.

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 35 minutes
Servings: 12 muffins

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups grated carrots
• 3/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Recipe Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
• In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Stir in carrots.
• In another bowl, whisk oil, eggs, and vanilla. Add to dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
• In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, 2 tablespoons sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla.
• Fill muffin cups half full with batter. Add a spoonful of cream cheese mixture. Top with more batter.
• Bake 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.

11. Roasted Potato and Pepper Hash

Crispy potatoes with soft peppers and onions make a simple, satisfying side dish. It roasts in the oven, so you don’t have to stand over a skillet flipping things. The edges get nice and brown.

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 45 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs baby potatoes, halved or quartered
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 yellow onion, chopped
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Recipe Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment.
• In a large bowl, toss potatoes, peppers, and onion with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
• Spread in a single layer on the baking sheet.
• Roast 30-35 minutes, stirring halfway, until potatoes are tender and edges are crispy.

12. Easy Deviled Eggs

No Easter spread is complete without deviled eggs. This version sticks to the classic creamy filling with a sprinkle of paprika. They disappear fast, so make plenty.

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 25 minutes
Servings: 12 egg halves

Ingredients:

• 6 large eggs
• 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon white vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Paprika for sprinkling

Recipe Steps:

• Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, cover, and remove from heat. Let sit 12 minutes.
• Drain eggs and cool in ice water. Peel and slice in half lengthwise.
• Remove yolks to a bowl and mash with a fork. Add mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
• Spoon or pipe filling back into egg whites.
• Sprinkle with paprika before serving.

13. Fruit Skewers with Honey Yogurt Dip

These skewers add color to the table and give guests a light option. The dip takes two seconds to stir together but makes the fruit feel more special.

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 15 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients:

• 1 pint strawberries
• 2 cups pineapple chunks
• 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced
• 1 cup grapes
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla

Recipe Steps:

• Thread fruit onto wooden skewers, alternating colors and types.
• In a small bowl, stir yogurt, honey, and vanilla until combined.
• Arrange skewers on a platter with the yogurt dip in a small bowl in the center.

14. Mini Quiche Lorraine Bites

These individual bites are perfect for a buffet. The flaky crust holds a classic filling of bacon, egg, and Swiss cheese. They’re portable, easy to eat, and feel fancy.

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 40 minutes
Servings: 24 mini quiches

Ingredients:

• 1 package (14.1 oz) refrigerated pie crusts (2 crusts)
• 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 4 large eggs
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
• 3/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese

Recipe Steps:

• Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease 24 mini muffin cups.
• Unroll pie crusts and cut into rounds with a 2.5-inch cutter. Press rounds into muffin cups.
• Sprinkle bacon and cheese into each cup.
• In a bowl, whisk eggs, cream, salt, and nutmeg. Carefully spoon mixture into cups, almost to the top.
• Bake 18-20 minutes until filling is set and crusts are golden. Cool in the pan 5 minutes before removing.

15. Lemon Blueberry Bread

This loaf is moist, tangy, and dotted with blueberries. It’s the kind of thing you can set out for people to nibble on while they wait for the main dishes. It also makes great leftovers.

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 1 loaf (about 10 slices)

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons lemon zest
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar

Recipe Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×5 loaf pan.
• In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
• In another bowl, rub sugar and lemon zest together with your fingers. Whisk in melted butter, eggs, and milk.
• Stir wet ingredients into dry until just combined. Gently fold in blueberries.
• Pour batter into pan. Bake 50-55 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes.
• Whisk lemon juice and powdered sugar. Poke holes in warm loaf and pour glaze over top.

16. Sparkling Spring Punch

A festive drink sets the tone. This punch combines citrus, mint, and sparkling water for something refreshing that isn’t too sweet. Add a splash of something stronger if you like, but it’s just as good without.

Recipe Metadata:

Time to Make: 10 minutes
Servings: 8

Ingredients:

• 1 cup orange juice
• 1/2 cup lemon juice
• 1/2 cup simple syrup
• 1 liter sparkling water, chilled
• 1 orange, sliced into rounds
• 1 lemon, sliced into rounds
• Fresh mint sprigs
• Ice

Recipe Steps:

• In a large pitcher, combine orange juice, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Stir well.
• Just before serving, add sparkling water and stir gently.
• Fill glasses with ice and garnish with citrus slices and mint sprigs.