53 Easter Breakfast Ideas That Are Easy and Delicious

Bacon and Eggs Casserole

Because it’s fast to fix and such a great hit with family and friends, this egg casserole with bacon is a favorite of mine to make for brunches. Served with a fruit salad, hot muffins and croissants, it’s excellent for an after-church meal or Easter breakfast idea. —Deanna Durward-Orr, Windsor, Ontario

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Berry Puff Pancake

Breakfast is my husband’s favorite meal of the day. I use our homegrown blueberries in this sweet morning treat. Because of this pancake’s festive appearance, I love to serve it for spring and summer holidays. It’s a great Easter breakfast idea! —Cecilia Morgan, Milwaukie, Oregon

Green Shakshuka

Green veggies bring the nutrition, and eggs and feta pile on the protein. My secret is to stir up this breakfast recipe with lemon-infused olive oil. If you can find it, I highly recommend! —Carrie Dault, Baxter, Tennessee

Blueberry Oatmeal Pancakes

Wonderful blueberry flavor abounds in these thick and moist pancakes. My kids adore them, and I love that they’re easy to make or reheat on busy mornings. —Amy Spainhoward, Bowling Green, Kentucky

Sausage Cheese Puffs

People are always surprised when I tell them there are only four ingredients in this easy sausage puff recipe. Cheesy and spicy, the golden morsels are a fun novelty at a breakfast or brunch. It’s one of my favorite Easter breakfast ideas. —Della Moore, Troy, New York

Raspberry-Cinnamon French Toast

This moist French toast bake is a snap to assemble the night before and bake in the morning. While it’s pleasantly sweet as is, let guests drizzle raspberry syrup over the top for a finishing touch. Be sure to check out more overnight Easter breakfast ideas for a stress-free morning. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Fluffy Bunny Pancakes

Easter breakfast ideas don’t get any more adorable! Kids will love that these bunny pancakes are as tasty as they are cute. If you need to hightail it out of the kitchen in no time, you can substitute pancake mix. —Shannon Norris, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Sausage and Pancake Casserole

Trial and error made this pancake casserole recipe one that my family asks for time and time again. It’s so easy and very good. —Ethel Sanders, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Creamy Banana Crepes

My husband and I enjoy taking turns fixing weekend breakfasts. These crepes are frequently on our menus. The sweet-and-sour banana filling is delicious. You’ll want to serve them for lunch, dinner and dessert!

Carrot Cake Pancakes

This might be one of my best-ever Easter breakfast ideas! These delicate, decadent pancakes are drizzled with sweet and spicy maple syrup that complements the sour cream and nut topping. —Leane Goering, Salem, Indiana

Three-Cheese Quiche

Try eggs and cheese at their best. Guests often comment on how tall, light and fluffy this crustless brunch dish is. It’s a go-to for my Easter brunch buffet. —Judy Reagan, Hannibal, Missouri

Coconut-Macadamia Sheet Pan Pancakes

These sheet-pan pancakes are one of my favorite Easter breakfast ideas. They’re quick to prep and can serve a crowd—all without requiring you stand over the stove. The fun flavors give this dish a tropical flair, and pineapple-flavored ice cream topping is a great swap for the usual maple syrup. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Scrambled Eggs with Vegetables

I like to have friends and family over for a special Sunday brunch, especially when there’s a “big game” on television. Scrambled eggs with vegetables goes perfectly with sausage, toasted English muffins and fresh fruit. —Marilyn Ipson, Rogers, Arkansas

Oat Waffles

These family favorites have more fiber and less fat than standard waffles. My 2 year-old daughter loves them with fresh berries. —Karen Hayes, Danville, Virginia

Psst! If you love waffles, this egg-shaped waffle maker is a must-have for Easter.

Scrambled Egg Hash Brown Cups

They may look like muffins, but these cuties pack all your favorite rise-and-shine ingredients—eggs, hash browns and bacon—into a single-serving cup. Grab one and get munching. —Talon DiMare, Bullhead City, Arizona

Mini-Chip Cocoa Pancakes

For the chocoholic in you, get your fix early by whipping up a batch of hot cocoa pancakes dotted with mini chocolate chips! — Joyce Moynihan, Lakeville, Minnesota

Creamy Baked Eggs

This recipe is so simple, and the eggs come out just as my husband likes them every time. If you like soft yolks, cook eggs for nine minutes; for firmer yolks, cook for about 11 minutes.—Macey Allen, Green Forest, Arkansas

Pecan French Toast

Make-ahead convenience is a bonus with this yummy brunch dish. It couldn’t be easier to make, but it tastes like you worked all morning!—Cindy Fish, Summerfield, NC

Buffet Scrambled Eggs

These are my favorite scrambled eggs. The white sauce, flavored with chicken bouillon, keeps the eggs creamy and moist. It’s a tasty twist on a morning mainstay.

German Pancake

Piping hot and puffy from the oven, this golden pancake made a pretty presentation for a skier’s theme breakfast I hosted. Served with homemade buttermilk syrup, it’s an eye-opening treat. Make several German pancakes if you’re feeding a crowd, and keep in mind that my easy syrup tastes great on waffles and French toast, too. —Renae Moncur, Burley, Idaho

Banana Nut Pancakes

I enjoy these versatile banana nut pancakes. Besides being a satisfying breakfast, they can be a deliciously different dessert. —Diane Hixon, Niceville, Florida

Fresh Fruit Bowl

The glorious colors of the fruit make this a festive salad. Slightly sweet and chilled, it makes a nice accompaniment to a grilled entree. —Marlon Kirst, Troy, Michigan

Sausage, Egg and Cheddar Farmers Breakfast

This hearty combination of sausage, hash browns and eggs will warm you up on a cold winter morning. —Bonnie Roberts, Newaygo, Michigan

Mixed Berry French Toast Bake

I love this recipe! It’s perfect for fuss-free holiday breakfasts or company—utterly delicious and so easy to put together the night before. —Amy Berry, Poland, Maine

Roasted Vegetable and Chevre Quiche

Roasting the veggies in this rich yet bright quiche intensifies their flavors. And the addition of fresh goat cheese lends a wonderful creamy tanginess. —Laura Davis, Chincoteague, Virginia

Sheet-Pan Eggs and Bacon Breakfast

I saw this sheet-pan eggs and bacon recipe on social media and decided to re-create it. It was a huge hit! Use any cheeses and spices you like—you can even try seasoned potatoes. —Bonnie Hawkins, Elkhorn, Wisconsin

Brunch Pizza

Whenever I entertain guests, this zippy pizza is a definite crowd-pleaser. It also makes a great late-night snack for any time of the year! —Janelle Lee, Appleton, Wisconsin

Raspberry Coconut French Toast Slow-Cooker Style

I put the ingredients in the slow cooker crock the night before, refrigerate it, then pop the crock into the slow cooker in the morning. You can use regular milk or half-and-half, include your favorite jam, and substitute almond extract instead of vanilla. —Teri Rasey, Cadillac, Michigan

Broccoli-Ham Puff Pancake

We like to use our heirloom cast-iron skillet to make this Sunday special. The golden brown puff pancake with a creamy ham and broccoli filling makes a tasty main dish for brunch.—Edna Hoffman, Hebron, Indiana

Lemon Scones

These delicate lemon scones are the perfect lightly sweet treat to serve with coffee or tea at Easter brunches. It’s a simple bread since, like biscuits, it doesn’t require much kneading and there’s no need to let the dough rise. It’s just one of many delicious Easter bakes I enjoy making. —Maureen DeGarmo, Martinez, California

Early-Riser Oven Omelet

Everyone will rush to the table when you serve this big fluffy omelet. Packed with tomato, broccoli, ham and cheese, it makes a hearty brunch dish that easily serves a bunch. —Wendy Fawcett, Gillam, Manitoba

Croque-Madame

My son and I love having a croque-madame (a fried egg atop our grilled ham and cheese) for lunch. If eggs aren't your favorite, you can make the sandwich without it (which makes it a croque-monsieur). —Carolyn Turner, Reno, Nevada

BLT Muffins

These muffins prove that the classic combo of bacon, lettuce and tomato is good for so much more than a sandwich. They’re winners at both breakfast and dinner. —Katie Koziolek, Hartland, Minnesota

Lemon Blueberry Coffee Cake

Baking mix makes this lemon blueberry coffee cake extra quick to make. Fresh blueberries, lemon peel and a quick glaze really perk up the flavor. —Nancy Brown, Dahinda, Illinois

Bacon Breakfast Pizza

I used to make this bacon breakfast pizza for my morning drivers when I worked at a delivery place. And they just loved it. Breakfast pizza is a quick and easy eye-opener that appeals to all ages. —Cathy Shortall, Easton, Maryland

Bacon Corn Pancakes

Pancakes are always tops in my book. But stir in bacon and corn, and they become the best breakfast-for-dinner option. I always cook gluten-free, but you can easily use regular all-purpose flour to make these corn fritters. —Anne-Marie Nichols, Watkinsville, Georgia

Sheet-Pan Yellow Bells & Eggs

This recipe is healthful and versatile—just add your favorite veggies, or even fruit. I love sweet potato and apple tossed into the mix. —Marina Castle-Kelley, Canyon Country, California

Dutch Baby Pancake with Strawberry-Almond Compote

Pannekoeken, or Dutch baked pancakes, are a treat in my husband’s family. You can also try this recipe with vanilla extract, blueberries and lemon peel. —Jennifer Beckman, Falls Church, Virginia

Mixed Fruit with Lemon-Basil Dressing

A slightly savory dressing really complements the sweet fruit in this recipe. I also use the dressing on salad greens. —Dixie Terry, Goreville, Illinois

Southern Hash Browns and Ham Sheet-Pan Bake

There’s nothing more perfect on a busy weeknight than breakfast for dinner, especially when a sheet pan is used to make it. In my recipe, hash browns and ham are tossed with a special sauce that’s sweet, tangy and irresistible. Add in a few eggs and some freshly chopped scallions, and dinner—or breakfast—is served. —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia

Baked Blueberry Pancake

For a quick breakfast, Norna makes the pancake while fixing supper the night before, then cuts it into squares. The next morning, she tops them with butter and syrup before placing them in the microwave. This innovative way to make pancakes takes most of the fuss out of making breakfast. Norna Detig – Lindenwood, Illinois

Feta Asparagus Frittata

Asparagus and feta cheese come together to make this frittata extra special. It’s perfect for a lazy Sunday or to serve with a tossed salad for a light lunch. —Mildred Sherrer, Fort Worth, Texas

Lemon-Raspberry Streusel Muffins

Fresh from the oven, these attractive, delicious muffins make a great accompaniment to any breakfast or brunch. I usually double the recipe because they seem to disappear the minute I set them out. —Marie Herr, Berea, Ohio

Marmalade French Toast Sandwiches

I change up these warm, filling sandwiches to be sweet or savory but always a treat. All it takes is a different jelly or jam. Try hot pepper jelly when you want a little sizzle. —Danielle Loring, Lewiston, Maine

Lemon Pull-Apart Coffee Cake

I found this recipe in a newspaper and make it often. I like to bake this coffee cake when unexpected company stops in and I need something speedy to go with a cup of coffee. —Mary Tallman, Arbor Vitae, Wisconsin

Salmon and Artichoke Quiche Squares

Salmon, goat cheese and artichoke hearts make this quiche feel a little fancy and taste extra delicious. Baked in an 11×7-inch dish, it comes together in a snap and makes enough to serve a hungry brunch crowd. —Jeanne Holt, Mendota Heights, Minnesota

Berry Ricotta Puff Pancake

This slightly sweet berry puff pancake is filled with fruit and has a custardy texture that puffs up beautifully when baked. It makes an easy yet impressive breakfast. —Jessi Smith, Fort Myers, Florida

Apple Butter Bread Pudding

This is one of my mother’s best recipes! I’m sure your family will be delighted with it, too. Serve it as a dessert or a very special breakfast treat. —Jerri Gradert, Lincoln, Nebraska

Whole Wheat Blueberry Muffins

Whole wheat flour gives nutritious flair to these healthy blueberry muffins. Fresh from the oven, they’ll warm you up on cold, winter days. —Sheila Siem, Calumet, Michigan

Upside-Down Bacon Pancake

Make a big impression when you present one family-sized bacon pancake. The brown sugar adds sweetness that complements the salty bacon. If you can fit more bacon in the skillet and want to add more, go for it. —Mindie Hilton, Susanville, California

Spanakopita Casserole

This traditional Spanakopita Casserole features spinach and feta cheese. You can serve it as a side dish or meatless main dish. My dad and I used to fight over the last piece. —Sharon Olney, Galt, California

Buttermilk Pecan Waffles

I like cooking with buttermilk. These golden buttermilk waffles are my husband’s favorite breakfast, so we enjoy them often. They’re as easy to prepare as regular waffles, but their unique taste makes them exceptional.

Spicy Egg Bake

This family favorite makes a wonderful brunch dish served with muffins and fresh fruit. It’s also a terrific way to use up extra taco meat. Adjust the heat by choosing a hotter or milder salsa. —Michelle Jibben, Gilbert, Arizona