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11 Easter Brunch Recipes the Entire Family Will Love
From bunny shaped pancakes with fluffy marshmallow tails to the classic quiche, there is something for everyone with these delicious and festive Easter brunch recipes
April 1, 2021
The two best times for brunch are Sundays and holidays. When those two occasions overlap every year for Easter, it calls for a brunch celebration of epic proportions. It’s also one of the only excuses we get to eat Peeps for breakfast and use healthy foods like eggs and carrots for decoration.
Thanks to the pandemic, Easter 2021 will likely be low-key for most, but that doesn’t mean your brunch game has to be! While traditional Easter breakfasts usually include ham-based dishes and Easter bread, the past year has been anything but traditional. This is the perfect opportunity to step up your brunch repertoire by learning new, fun dishes or put a modern twist on classic favorites.
In this post, we’re sharing a roundup of our favorite Easter brunch ideas that are so delicious you’ll want to do it again next year.
Easter Bunny Pancakes
Source: The Spruce Eats
Total time: 30 minutes
This unique Easter brunch idea is sure to win you extra points with the kids (or they’ll just make fun of you on TikTok). No fine art or culinary skills are required here! All you need is pancake mix, bananas and chocolate chips for the feet, and marshmallows for the tail.
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Deviled Eggs
Source: She Wears Many Hats
Total time: 30 minutes
Have you ever wondered how eggs became a symbol of Easter? Also, what’s with the rabbit always trying to hide them? Whatever the reason, this holiday staple is perfect for the leftover hard-boiled eggs that never got a colorful Easter glow-up.
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Double Chocolate Easter Candy Doughnuts
Source: The Recipe Rebel
Total time: 28 minutes
The only thing better than having an excuse to eat candy for breakfast is having an excuse to eat a candy-covered double chocolate doughnut for breakfast (yes, those are Robin’s Egg candies sprinkled on top). This Easter brunch recipe is easier than you think, and takes less than a half-hour to make from start to finish.
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Italian Easter Bread
Source: Jessica Gavin
Total time: 2 hours 55 minutes
Bread covered in rainbow sprinkles? Dreams really do come true. If you’re one of the many who took up bread making as a quarantine hobby, this is your time to shine. Easter bread is a classic holiday staple and will bring a pop of color to any spread!
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Ham-and-Cheese Waffles
Source: Bon Appetit
Total time: Approx. 20 minutes
The best parts of brunch wrapped up in one delicious, golden brown delicacy. With this ham-and-cheese waffle recipe, you won’t have to make the heart-wrenching choice between sweet and savory.
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Loaded Vegetable Spring Quiche
Source: Vegetarian Ventures
Total time: Approx. 1 hour 20 minutes
Quiche is always a welcome addition to any brunch menu—and this one is vegetarian-friendly! This tasty dish is loaded with spring vegetables so you don’t have to feel as guilty about the Peeps you had with your morning coffee (hey, no judgments).
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The Best Cinnamon Rolls You’ll Ever Eat
Source: Ambitious Kitchen
Total time: 2 hours 20 minutes
These cinnamon rolls were given a bold name, but we’ll gladly take their word for it. This brunch recipe is a time commitment, so if you usually have a jam-packed Easter morning you might just want to just order Cinnabon’s instead (it’s called working smarter, not harder).
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Brunch Frittata
Source: Momma Lew
Total time: 40 minutes
The frittata is the perfect DIY brunch dish. Not only is it super delicious, but it is very hard to mess up this egg-based recipe. You can mix in any vegetables or breakfast meats you’d like, but this one calls for the traditional brunch trifecta: ham, spinach and cheddar cheese.
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Gluten-Free Easter Coffee Cake
Source: Gluten-Free and More
Total time: Approx. 1 hour 20 minutes
Despite the name, this pastry is not actually your favorite caffeinated morning beverage in cake form. It is, however, an apple-cinnamon slice of heaven that pairs perfectly with a fresh, hot cup of coffee. Plus, this one is allergen-friendly! No matter who you’re spending Easter brunch with, this dish is sure to be the first to go.
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Vegan Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins
Source: My Darling Vegan
Total time: 35 minutes
This lemon poppy seed muffin gives all of the spring vibes, making it perfect for an Easter brunch. Plus, it takes less than 30 minutes to make!
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Sparkling Raspberry Lemon Mimosas
Total time: 5 minutes
Did you really think we were going to do a brunch post without including a mimosa recipe for the adults? The pastel pink color of this sparkling raspberry lemon mimosa is perfect for Easter festivities. But, just because it’s brunch doesn’t mean you have to limit yourself to mimosas. There are tons of Easter cocktail recipes out there to complement your brunch menu.
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RumChata Iced Coffee
Total time: 5 minutes
Coffee cocktails are the perfect option for the person who can never choose between a coffee or a mimosa at brunch. This RumChata iced coffee is sure to give you the energy boost you need with all the relaxation of your favorite brunch cocktail.
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Tomatillo Bloody Mary
Total time: 15 minutes
Add this spicy spring twist on a classic to your list of favorite brunch cocktails. This Bloody Mary is sure to be a hit with those who like their cocktails with a kick. Add lime and cilantro if that’s your jam!
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There’s no better time to brunch than Easter Sunday. Whether you’re keeping things low-key or going all out, these Easter-inspired brunch ideas are sure to be a hit with the entire family!
