Ingredients
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 6 cups cubed French bread
- 2 cups diced cooked ham
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer the bread cubes, ham, and cheese in the dish.
- Whisk together the eggs, milk, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour over the bread mixture and let stand for 15 minutes.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes until golden and set.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
2. Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Whisk together the dry ingredients.
- Mix the wet ingredients separately.
- Combine just until blended.
- Cook on a lightly greased skillet over medium heat until bubbles form.
- Flip and cook until golden.
- Serve with maple syrup, butter, and fresh berries.
3. Cinnamon Roll Bake
Ingredients
- 2 cans refrigerated cinnamon rolls
- 4 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Cut cinnamon rolls into quarters.
- Place in a greased baking dish.
- Whisk eggs, milk, cinnamon, and vanilla.
- Pour over the cinnamon rolls.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30–35 minutes.
- Drizzle with the included icing before serving.
4. Spring Fruit Salad
Ingredients
- 2 cups strawberries, sliced
- 2 cups blueberries
- 2 cups pineapple chunks
- 2 cups grapes
- 2 kiwi, sliced
- 1 orange, segmented
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- Fresh mint
Instructions
- Combine all fruit in a large bowl.
- Mix honey and lime juice.
- Pour over fruit and gently toss.
- Garnish with mint.
5. Spinach and Feta Quiche
Ingredients
- 1 prepared pie crust
- 5 eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chopped spinach
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- ½ cup diced onion
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Place pie crust into a pie dish.
- Whisk eggs and cream.
- Stir in spinach, feta, onion, salt, and pepper.
- Pour into crust.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 40–45 minutes.
6. Honey Butter Biscuits
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup cold butter
- ¾ cup buttermilk
- Honey butter for serving
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients.
- Cut in butter until crumbly.
- Stir in buttermilk.
- Roll and cut biscuits.
- Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12–15 minutes.
- Serve warm with honey butter.
7. Roasted Asparagus
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- Parmesan cheese
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Roast at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan and serve with lemon.
8. Deviled Eggs
Ingredients
- 12 hard-boiled eggs
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- Salt and pepper
- Paprika
Instructions
- Slice eggs in half.
- Mash yolks with mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Fill egg whites.
- Sprinkle with paprika.
9. Carrot Cake Muffins
Ingredients
- 2 cups flour
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 2 cups grated carrots
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Mix wet and dry ingredients separately.
- Fold together with carrots and walnuts.
- Fill muffin cups.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20–25 minutes.
10. Strawberry Lemonade Mimosa (Non-Alcoholic Option Available)
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberry puree
- 2 cups lemonade
- 2 cups sparkling water or sparkling grape juice
- Fresh strawberries
- Lemon slices
Instructions
- Mix strawberry puree and lemonade.
- Pour into glasses halfway.
- Top with sparkling water or sparkling grape juice.
- Garnish with strawberries and lemon slices.
Suggested Easter Brunch Menu
- Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole
- Spinach and Feta Quiche
- Honey Butter Biscuits
- Roasted Asparagus
- Deviled Eggs
- Spring Fruit Salad
- Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes
- Cinnamon Roll Bake
- Carrot Cake Muffins
- Strawberry Lemonade Mimosa
Tips for the Perfect Easter Brunch
- Prepare casseroles and quiche the night before to save time.
- Include a mix of sweet and savory dishes for variety.
- Decorate the table with fresh spring flowers and pastel-colored napkins.
- Serve fresh fruit to add color and freshness to the menu.
- Offer coffee, tea, fresh juices, and sparkling beverages for guests.
- Keep warm dishes covered until serving to maintain their temperature.
- Finish the meal with a light dessert such as carrot cake, lemon bars, or fresh berry parfaits for a festive ending.
