70 Make-Ahead Brunch Recipes That Make Hosting a Breeze (2024)

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Baked Strawberry-Glazed Doughnuts Caramelized Shallot and Mushroom Quiche Cinnamon Streusel Pumpkin Coffee Cake With Maple Glaze Banana Nut Muffins Raspberry Rose Baked French Toast Summer Fruit Salad With Mint and Almonds Chocolate Babka Apple, Almond, and Cranberry Quick Bread Cheddar, Bacon, and Leek Frittata Crustless Kale Quiche Double-Chocolate Baked Doughnuts Strawberry Tart Raspberry Quick Bread Ham and Gruyère Breakfast Strata Strawberry Mango Mint Julep Fruit Salad With Whipped Marshmallow Double-Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins Kale and Caramelized Onion Frittata Bacon Jam Toaster Pastries Chocolate Espresso Coffee Cake Italian Sausage Quiche Clementine Vanilla Bean Quick Bread With Clementine Glaze Baked Apple Cider Doughnuts Spicy Watermelon, Mango, and Pineapple Fruit Salad Corn Muffins With Pear and Ginger Summer Vegetable Strata Baked Blueberry Lemon French Toast Gingerbread Maple Muffins Cookie Butter Banana Bread Prosciutto and Goat Cheese Strata Sour Cream Coffee Cake With Orange and Chocolate Morning Buns Chai-Spiced Doughnut Muffins Pomegranate, Tangerine, Kiwi, and Grapefruit Salad Cheese and Bacon Strata Zucchini Bread Baked Pumpkin Doughnuts With Coconut Maple Caramel Glaze Honey Lime Rainbow Fruit Salad Pumpkin Bread Pudding With Maple Rum Raisin Syrup Slow-Baked Broccoli and Onion Frittata Apple Honey Muffins Peaches and Cream Streusel Bread Baked Nutella Doughnuts Vegetarian Mediterranean Quiche Nutella-Swirled Banana Bread Rhubarb, Apple, and Ginger Muffins Gluten-Free Quiche With Arugula and Mushrooms Whole-Wheat Chocolate Chunk Zucchini Bread Coffee Bundt Cake Rhubarb Poppy Seed Baked Doughnuts Bacon, Mushroom, and Spinach Frittata Spiced Pumpkin Nut Bread Oat and Millet Muffins Caramel Apple Pie Spiced Coffee Cake Roasted Red Pepper and Feta Frittata Cinnamon Chocolate Chip French Toast Muffins Maple-Bacon Doughnuts Banana Nut Bread Quiche Lorraine With Hash Brown Crust Glazed Lemon Blueberry Bread Whole-Wheat Toasted Almond Pumpkin Muffins Carrot Zucchini Bread Spinach and Tomato Frittata Funfetti Baked Doughnuts Peaches and Cream Quick Bread Carrot Cake Muffins Baked Vanilla-Bean Doughnuts Bacon and Egg Breakfast Muffins Pumpkin Zucchini Bread Pesto, Bacon, and Zucchini Noodle Frittata With Mushrooms and Kale Cream-Cheese-Swirled Carrot Coffee Cake FAQs References
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Updated on 6/8/2018 at 5:16 PM

70 Make-Ahead Brunch Recipes That Make Hosting a Breeze (1)

Though it doesn't have to be, hosting brunch can be a stressful endeavor. Like with dinner parties, the secret is in making as much of the meal as you can ahead of time. (This is especially true with brunch, since few want to spend hours in the kitchen in the early morning.) With that in mind, we've rounded up 70 recipes that can be made partially or entirely ahead of time, without suffering in quality. Options include baked french toast, quiche, muffins, frittatas, doughnuts, stratas, and more.

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Baked Strawberry-Glazed Doughnuts

Get the recipe: baked strawberry-glazed doughnuts

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Caramelized Shallot and Mushroom Quiche

Get the recipe: caramelized shallot and mushroom quiche

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Cinnamon Streusel Pumpkin Coffee Cake With Maple Glaze

Get the recipe: cinnamon streusel pumpkin coffee cake with maple glaze

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Banana Nut Muffins

Get the recipe: banana nut muffins

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Raspberry Rose Baked French Toast

Get the recipe: raspberry rose baked french toast

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Summer Fruit Salad With Mint and Almonds

Get the recipe: Summer fruit salad with mint and almonds

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Chocolate Babka

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Apple, Almond, and Cranberry Quick Bread

Get the recipe: apple, almond, and cranberry quick bread

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Cheddar, Bacon, and Leek Frittata

Get the recipe: cheddar, bacon, and leek frittata

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Crustless Kale Quiche

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Double-Chocolate Baked Doughnuts

Get the recipe: double-chocolate baked doughnuts

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Strawberry Tart

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Raspberry Quick Bread

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Ham and Gruyère Breakfast Strata

Get the recipe: ham and gruyère breakfast strata

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Strawberry Mango Mint Julep Fruit Salad With Whipped Marshmallow

Get the recipe: strawberry mango mint julep fruit salad with whipped marshmallow

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Kale and Caramelized Onion Frittata

Get the recipe: kale and caramelized onion frittata

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Bacon Jam Toaster Pastries

Get the recipe: bacon jam toaster pastries

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Chocolate Espresso Coffee Cake

Get the recipe: chocolate espresso coffee cake

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Italian Sausage Quiche

Get the recipe: Italian sausage quiche

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Clementine Vanilla Bean Quick Bread With Clementine Glaze

Get the recipe: clementine vanilla bean quick bread with clementine glaze

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Baked Apple Cider Doughnuts

Get the recipe: baked apple cider doughnuts

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Spicy Watermelon, Mango, and Pineapple Fruit Salad

Get the recipe: spicy watermelon, mango, and pineapple fruit salad

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Corn Muffins With Pear and Ginger

Get the recipe: corn muffins with pear and ginger

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Summer Vegetable Strata

Get the recipe: Summer vegetable strata

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Baked Blueberry Lemon French Toast

Get the recipe: baked blueberry lemon french toast

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Gingerbread Maple Muffins

Get the recipe: gingerbread maple muffins

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Cookie Butter Banana Bread

Get the recipe: cookie butter banana bread

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Prosciutto and Goat Cheese Strata

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Sour Cream Coffee Cake With Orange and Chocolate

Get the recipe: sour cream coffee cake with orange and chocolate

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Morning Buns

Get the recipe: morning buns

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Chai-Spiced Doughnut Muffins

Get the recipe: chai-spiced doughnut muffins

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Pomegranate, Tangerine, Kiwi, and Grapefruit Salad

Get the recipe: pomegranate, tangerine, kiwi, and grapefruit salad

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Cheese and Bacon Strata

Get the recipe: cheese and bacon strata

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Zucchini Bread

Get the recipe: zucchini bread

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Baked Pumpkin Doughnuts With Coconut Maple Caramel Glaze

Get the recipe: baked pumpkin doughnuts with coconut maple caramel glaze

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Honey Lime Rainbow Fruit Salad

Get the recipe: honey lime rainbow fruit salad

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Pumpkin Bread Pudding With Maple Rum Raisin Syrup

Get the recipe: pumpkin bread pudding with maple rum raisin syrup

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Slow-Baked Broccoli and Onion Frittata

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Apple Honey Muffins

Get the recipe: apple honey muffins

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Peaches and Cream Streusel Bread

Get the recipe: peaches and cream streusel bread

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Baked Nutella Doughnuts

Get the recipe: baked Nutella doughnuts

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Vegetarian Mediterranean Quiche

Get the recipe: vegetarian Mediterranean quiche

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Nutella-Swirled Banana Bread

Get the recipe: Nutella-swirled banana bread

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Rhubarb, Apple, and Ginger Muffins

Get the recipe: rhubarb, apple, and ginger muffins

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Gluten-Free Quiche With Arugula and Mushrooms

Get the recipe: gluten-free quiche with arugula and mushrooms

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Whole-Wheat Chocolate Chunk Zucchini Bread

Get the recipe: whole-wheat chocolate chunk zucchini bread

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Coffee Bundt Cake

Get the recipe: coffee bundt cake

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Rhubarb Poppy Seed Baked Doughnuts

Get the recipe: rhubarb-poppy seed baked doughnuts

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Bacon, Mushroom, and Spinach Frittata

Get the recipe: bacon, mushroom, and spinach frittata

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Spiced Pumpkin Nut Bread

Get the recipe: spiced pumpkin nut bread

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Oat and Millet Muffins

Get the recipe: oat and millet muffins

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Caramel Apple Pie Spiced Coffee Cake

Get the recipe: caramel apple pie spiced coffee cake

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Roasted Red Pepper and Feta Frittata

Get the recipe: roasted red pepper and feta frittata

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Cinnamon Chocolate Chip French Toast Muffins

Get the recipe: cinnamon chocolate chip french toast muffins with coconut streusel

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Maple-Bacon Doughnuts

Get the recipe: maple-bacon doughnuts

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Banana Nut Bread

Get the recipe: banana nut bread

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Quiche Lorraine With Hash Brown Crust

Get the recipe: quiche lorraine with hash brown crust

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Glazed Lemon Blueberry Bread

Get the recipe: glazed lemon blueberry bread

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Whole-Wheat Toasted Almond Pumpkin Muffins

Get the recipe: whole-wheat toasted almond pumpkin muffins

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Carrot Zucchini Bread

Get the recipe: carrot zucchini bread

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Spinach and Tomato Frittata

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Funfetti Baked Doughnuts

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Peaches and Cream Quick Bread

Get the recipe: peaches and cream quick bread

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Carrot Cake Muffins

Get the recipe: carrot cake muffins

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Baked Vanilla-Bean Doughnuts

Get the recipe: baked vanilla-bean doughnuts

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Bacon and Egg Breakfast Muffins

Get the recipe: bacon and egg breakfast muffins

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Pumpkin Zucchini Bread

Get the recipe: pumpkin zucchini bread

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Pesto, Bacon, and Zucchini Noodle Frittata With Mushrooms and Kale

Get the recipe: pesto, bacon, and zucchini noodle frittata with mushrooms and kale

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Cream-Cheese-Swirled Carrot Coffee Cake

Get the recipe: cream-cheese-swirled carrot coffee cake

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70 Make-Ahead Brunch Recipes That Make Hosting a Breeze (2024)

FAQs

What food is good for hosting brunch? ›

Consider serving fluffy pancakes, savory quiches, fresh fruit platters, and delectable pastries. Complement these with a selection of gourmet coffees, teas, and refreshing mimosas. Customize the brunch party menu to cater to various preferences, including vegetarian and gluten-free options.

What is the most popular brunch dish? ›

1. Meat and Eggs. A plate of eggs with bacon, sausage, or ham is a classic for a reason. Almost everyone enjoys eggs and you can pair them with all sorts of other sides to create a meal that is filling and tasty.

What kind of menu is ideal for a brunch? ›

Popular brunch menu items include eggs Benedict, pancakes, waffles, French toast, omelettes, avocado toast, breakfast sandwiches, pastries, and fruit salads.

How to host an easy brunch? ›

Tips for How to Host a Brunch
  1. Plan Your Menu Ahead of Time. We can't stress this one enough. ...
  2. Go Grocery Shopping Ahead of Time. ...
  3. Lay Things out the Night Before. ...
  4. Consider Going Paper and Plastic. ...
  5. Avoid Time-Consuming Recipes. ...
  6. Try a Self-Serve Bar. ...
  7. Opt for an Exciting Mix of Foods.

How do you make a perfect brunch menu? ›

Brunching in Style

Start with lighter items like a fresh fruit salad or a creamy yogurt parfait. Follow it up with your main dishes, like a slow cooker casserole or a breakfast pizza topped with scrambled eggs and Italian sausage. Finally, end on a sweet note with fluffy pancakes or a delicious carrot cake.

What to bring to brunch as a guest? ›

If you are hosting a brunch that includes guests who are not sleeping in your house, let them bring something when they offer. There is no shame in letting people help, whether it is a coffee cake or doughnuts from the great bakery, a bowl of fruit salad or tray of cookies.

What are the elements of a good brunch? ›

A perfect brunch offers a diverse menu with a mix of sweet and savory dishes. Include classic breakfast items like pancakes, waffles, eggs, bacon, pastries, and lunch-inspired options such as salads, sandwiches, and quiches.

Which will be the main dish for brunch? ›

Brunch might be the most popular meal there is, and for good reason! It's the perfect combination of breakfast and lunch—you can opt for savory fare like chilaquiles or a slice of quiche or satisfy your sweet tooth with cinnamon rolls or a stack of pancakes. At the brunch table, anything goes.

How to set up a brunch buffet? ›

Tips for Setting a Buffet Table
  1. Vary the height. Just as you would vary heights with centerpieces, you should do the same with a buffet. ...
  2. Have a clear beginning. ...
  3. Identify dishes. ...
  4. Give some support. ...
  5. Save utensils for last. ...
  6. Position strategically. ...
  7. Use strategic layouts. ...
  8. Create an Instagram-worthy table backdrop.

What food to serve at a brunch party? ›

You could also offer waffles, Norwegian pancakes, or crepes. You can also do a breakfast BLT buffet or a bagel and cream cheese board for a savory option. As long as it can be served at room-temperature, it'll work! Also, if you don't want to make your own pancakes, I've heard TJ's Belgian waffles are amazing!

What is the best time to host a brunch? ›

The best time for brunch is to shoot for noon; this gives you the opportunity to do some prep stuff in the morning without having to wake up before the rooster crows and also, you can throw in some lunch items to truly make it a menu of breakfast and lunch.

How to prepare for a brunch? ›

7 Tips for Hosting a Stress-Free Brunch
  1. Set out everything you're going to need the night before. ...
  2. Fix up Bloody Mary mix or the juice for mimosas the night before. ...
  3. Do not make pancakes. ...
  4. Do make scones. ...
  5. And eggs. ...
  6. Cook your bacon in the oven. ...
  7. Keep it all in perspective.

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