Banana Pancakes with Chocolate Bits and Raspberries
Make Easter morning extra-special with these chocolate-infused banana pancakes. A topping of fresh red raspberries add some color (and more fruity flavor) to this traditional breakfast favorite.
Makes: 4 servings
Yield: 2 pancakes each
Prep: 20 mins
Cook: 4 mins per batch
Hash Brown Quiche
Brunch classics, such as homemade hash browns, smoky bacon, and fluffy eggs, come together for a hearty quiche masterpiece. The best part? Each serving is less than 350 calories.
Makes: 8 servings
Prep: 30 mins
Cook: 25 mins
Bake: 50 mins 325°
Chocolate Waffles with Mocha Syrup
Rethink a breakfast classic with help from rich melted chocolate in the batter. Each fluffy waffle is drizzled with our decadent coffee liqueur-laced syrup for an irresistible Easter brunch treat.
Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 20 mins
Bake: Per waffle baker directions
Eggs Benedict
Go ahead and pour on that Hollandaise sauce -- this so-easy recipe boasts a lighter version that pairs perfectly with delicately poached eggs and Canadian-style bacon. Layer onto toasted English muffins or halved ciabatta slices before serving to your Easter brunch crowd.
Makes: 4 servings
Start to Finish: 25 mins
Watch: How to Poach Eggs
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Crispy-Coated Orange French Toast
Add delicious crunch to your brunch with this fun twist on French toast. Thick challah bread is topped with cornflakes, then dipped in an orange liqueur-egg mixture for a breakfast treat your Easter crowd will love.
Makes: 4 servings
Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 4 mins per batch
Vanilla Polenta Breakfast Pudding
Vanilla bean, Greek yogurt, and a splash of honey come together in a sweet, low-cal polenta that fits into any Easter brunch menu. Add a spoonful of apricot preserves to each bowl for a touch of fruit flavor.
Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 25 mins
Stand: 20 mins
Fruit-Granola Parfaits
Bring gorgeous color to your Easter brunch table with simply delicious breakfast parfaits. A fat-free cream cheese spread blends with vanilla yogurt, honey, and cinnamon for an extra-creamy custard that layers beautifully with summery fruits and granola. Serve in clear glasses for picture-perfect presentation.
Makes: 4 servings
Prep: 25 mins
Chill: 1 hr
Gooey Monkey Bread
It takes just six easy ingredients to make irresistibly gooey pull-apart bread that's overflowing with caramel-cinnamon goodness. Our shortcut secret? We use refrigerated buttermilk biscuits to make the dough.
Makes: 10 servings
Prep: 20 mins
Bake: 30 mins 350°
Stand: 10 mins
Asparagus-Egg-Prosciutto Tart with Spring Salad
Prosciutto, eggs, asparagus, and a layer of spring veggies pack a ton of flavor into this so-easy savory brunch tart. Frozen puff pastry dough forms the airy crust, while pantry staples, such as garlic and honey, add the perfect flavor.
Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 30 mins
Cook: 2 mins
Stand: 30 mins
Bacon & Cheese Deviled Eggs
We've updated deviled eggs with delicious new add-ins, such as sharp cheddar cheese and smoky bacon. With green onions and extra bacon on top, these beauties are sure to fly off the plate .
Makes: 12 servings
Start to Finish: 25 mins
Peach Pancakes & Chai Syrup
Classic breakfast pancakes get a fruity twist in this recipe; the spiced chai syrup -- made with chai tea bags, dark brown sugar, and peach juice -- is a zippy substitute for regular maple. Top with chopped peaches for a delicious special-occasion short stack.
Makes: 6 servings
Start to Finish: 30 mins
Two-Tone Banana Bread
Melted chocolate folded into part of the batter for this banana bread adds a sweet pop of flavor. At the table, serve with chocolate-hazelnut spread for a yummy Easter brunch treat.
Makes: 16 servings
Prep: 25 mins
Cool: 10 mins
Bake: 55 mins to 1 hr 350°F
Cranberry Scones
These crumbly pastry wedges are always a crowd-pleaser at breakfast or brunch; for a different flavor, you can substitute snipped dried cherries, dried currants, or dried raisins.
Yield: 12 scones
Prep: 25 mins
Cool: 5 mins
Bake: 12 mins 400°F
Bacon-Asparagus Strata
Layers of crispy bacon, asparagus, and red peppers come together with eggs, Swiss cheese, bread cubes, and seasoning to make this flavorful strata. It can chill overnight, so cut the time it takes to make in half by prepping the dish the night before and baking it on Easter morning.
Makes: 12 servings
Prep: 45 mins
Chill: 2 hrs to 24 hrs
Bake: 50 mins 325°F
Vanilla French Toast
Spice up regular French toast with vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sugar; top with sliced bananas and powdered sugar for an easy and delicious Easter breakfast.
Makes: 4 servings
Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 4 mins per slice
Our Best Doughnuts
Homemade doughnuts are a great addition to a special-occasion brunch table -- make the dough the night before and chill in the refrigerator to save prep time on Easter morning.
Yield: about 15 doughnuts and doughnut holes
Prep: 30 mins
Chill: 2 hrs
Cook: 2 mins per batch
People-Pleasing Cinnamon Rolls
Sweet and sticky cinnamon rolls are always a hit with a crowd -- this recipe makes 16 servings, so you'll have enough to go around if you're hosting a large group for Easter brunch.
Makes: 16 servings
Prep: 40 mins
Rise: 1 hr
Cool: 30 mins
Two-Potato Frittata
Ready in less than 30 minutes, this savory egg dish sports simple flavors with sweet and Yukon gold potatoes, red onion, garlic, and roasted pepper.
Makes: 4 servings
Prep: 7 mins
Bake: 21 mins 450°F /400 degrees F
Puffed Oven Pancake with Brown Sugar-Banana Sauce
This thin, puffed pancake bakes in the oven for 20 minutes and is topped with a rum-infused brown sugar and banana sauce -- a deliciously easy spring breakfast treat!
Makes: 8 servings
Prep: 10 mins
Bake: 20 mins 400°F
Pineapple Upside-Down Coffee Cake
This tasty dessert takes a turn as a breakfast coffee cake that is a perfect pastry for Easter brunch. Serve it warm, topped with yogurt and maraschino cherries.
Makes: 12 servings
Prep: 25 mins
Bake: 35 mins to 40 mins 350°F
Spice Tea Breakfast Bread Pudding
Dried cherries, chopped persimmon, and orange spice tea are the secret ingredients in this breakfast bread pudding, which serves 12 and is ready in an hour.
Makes: 12 servings
Prep: 25 mins
Bake: 45 mins 375°F
Cool: 10 mins
Breakfast Casserole
Potatoes, leeks, ham, Swiss cheese, and eggs go into this simple breakfast bake that serves 6 -- perfect for a small Easter brunch.
Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 25 mins
Bake: 35 mins
Oven: 350°F
Coconut Waffles
Add a sweet touch to your brunch menu with these coconut-and-chocolate-topped waffles. Almonds add satisfying crunch. A spoonful of whipped cream makes the perfect finishing touch.
Makes: 8 servings
Yield: 8 waffles
Prep: 10 mins
Bake: 3 mins per waffle
Overnight Coffee Cake
Ricotta cheese keeps this brunch staple nice and moist. Wheat germ adds a healthy twist to a classic topping of nutmeg, cinnamon, and brown sugar.
Makes: 15 servings
Prep: 25 mins
Bake: 35 mins 350°F
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