35 Make-Ahead Easter Brunch Recipes

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35 Make-Ahead Easter Brunch Recipes1/35 Overnight Cinnamon Rolls 40 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved LETICIA ALMEIDA FOR TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Beginner Total Time 55 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I like to try different fun fillings in these soft rolls, and each one is packed with cinnamon flavor. They are definitely worth the overnight wait. —Chris O’Connell, San Antonio, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 roll: 278 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 262mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. Few brunch dishes are as impressive as homemade cinnamon rolls!

This recipe requires active dry yeast to rise properly, but using yeast doesn’t have to be intimidating. The process is as easy as dissolving the yeast in a small bowl of warm water and letting it sit until it becomes foamy with a creamy texture. Then, mix the proofed yeast with the remaining dough ingredients and let it rest in the fridge overnight. 2/35 Blueberry Crunch Breakfast Bake 19 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Beginner Total Time 45 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Blueberries in season make

Day-old French bread lends a delicious texture to this sweet breakfast bake

this a very special breakfast, but I find that frozen berries can work just as well. My grandmother used to make this with strawberries and I always loved to eat it at her house. —Marsha Ketaner, Henderson, Nevada Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 427 calories, 21g fat (8g saturated fat), 154mg cholesterol, 351mg sodium, 50g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 3g fiber), 12g protein. Day-old French bread lends a delicious texture to this sweet breakfast bake. To turn the recipe into a make-ahead brunch dish, bake the casserole, let it cool slightly and store the covered dish in the fridge overnight. When your

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brunch guests arrive, pop it in a 350°F oven until it’s warmed through, about 30 minutes. 3/35 Baked Ham with Pineapple 10 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved DAN ROBERTS FOR TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Beginner Total Time 2 hours 15 min Servings 20 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I first learned the technique for baked ham with pineapple for a themed dinner my husband and I hosted. Since it is widely known as the symbol of hospitality, pineapple was the star ingredient on our menu and on this lovely baked ham. —JoAnn Fox, Johnson City, Tennessee Nutrition

Stick with a fully cooked, bone-in ham for this make-ahead Easter ham recipe

Facts: 3 ounces cooked ham: 219 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 48mg cholesterol, 924mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 0 fiber), 17g protein. Stick with a fully cooked, bone-in ham for this make-ahead Easter ham recipe. Bone-in ham turns out juicier (and more flavorful) than boneless ham, especially if you plan to reheat it. You can store the ham in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. 4/35 Sausage Strata 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved DIANA CHISTRUGA FOR TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Beginner Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 12 servings Go to

Whisking a bit of ground mustard into the eggs adds an extra kick

Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Sausage provides plenty of flavor in this hearty egg strata. It’s a great addition to a brunch buffet, because it’s assembled the night before to cut down on last-minute fuss. —Teresa Marchese, New Berlin, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 373 calories, 25g fat (11g saturated fat), 217mg cholesterol, 1097mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 23g protein. The recipe calls for bulk pork sausage, but you could also use any type of sausage, like smoked sausage, Mexican chorizo or Italian sausage. Whisking a bit of ground mustard into the eggs adds an extra kick.

Biscuits and gravy are usually prepared separately but served together

5/35 Biscuits and Gravy Casserole 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Best Biscuits and Gravy Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Skill Level Beginner Total Time 45 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Biscuits and gravy are usually prepared separately but served together. I created a way to bake them all at once in this scrumptious casserole. —Nancy Mcinnis, Olympia, Washington Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 373 calories, 26g fat (11g saturated fat), 50mg cholesterol, 640mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein. You can bake this recipe the night before Easter. When the

dish has cooled, wrap it tightly and put it in the fridge overnight

dish has cooled, wrap it tightly and put it in the fridge overnight. The next morning, bake it in a 400° oven for about 20 minutes or until the gravy is heated through. For best results, I like to remove the cover for the last five minutes to crisp up the biscuits. 6/35 Cheese & Crab Brunch Bake 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Intermediate Total Time 1 hour 20 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Who doesn’t love an easy, cheesy seafood casserole that can be pulled

together in 30 minutes, refrigerated overnight and baked up the next morning?

together in 30 minutes, refrigerated overnight and baked up the next morning? —Joyce Conway, Westerville, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 428 calories, 28g fat (13g saturated fat), 286mg cholesterol, 844mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 26g protein. If you’ve ever wanted to eat crab dip for breakfast, now is your chance. This tasty seafood casserole pairs lump crabmeat with cheddar and English muffins. 7/35 Doughnut Muffins 27 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Jam-Filled Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins Recipe photo by Taste of Home Skill Level Beginner Total Time 35 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From

the Recipe Creator: Back when my children were youngsters, they loved these doughnut muffins as after-school treats or with Sunday brunch. —Sharon Pullen, Alvinston, Ontario Nutrition Facts: 1 muffin: 288 calories, 13g fat (4g saturated fat), 36mg cholesterol, 240mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (22g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein. On those mornings when you can’t decide between doughnuts and muffins, have both! Doughnut muffins are my favorite shortcut for making doughnut recipes because they can be baked in the oven—no deep fryer required. 8/35 Overnight Asparagus and Egg Bake Test Kitchen Approved SARAH TRAMONTE FOR TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Intermediate

All you need is a fruit salad, and breakfast is served!

Total Time 55 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This easy asparagus and egg bake is great for holiday mornings, especially when we have overnight guests. All you need is a fruit salad, and breakfast is served! —Jane Whittaker, Pensacola, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 362 calories, 27g fat (14g saturated fat), 196mg cholesterol, 677mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 17g protein. Elevate your Easter brunch with this gorgeous breakfast egg casserole packed with spring veggies like mushrooms and asparagus. Our version also includes bacon, but you can easily omit it to make

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it vegetarian. 9/35 Amish Breakfast Casserole 344 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Beginner Total Time 50 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We enjoyed hearty breakfast casseroles during a visit to an Amish inn. When I asked for a recipe, one of the women told me the ingredients right off the top of her head. I modified it a bit to create this version that my family loves. —Beth Notaro, Kokomo, Indiana Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 273 calories, 18g fat (10g saturated fat), 153mg cholesterol, 477mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars,

1g fiber), 18g protein

1g fiber), 18g protein. Hash browns, eggs, bacon, onions and cheese join forces for a 12-serving dish that can be made up to four days in advance. You can even freeze it! 10/35 Coffee Cake 97 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Coffee Cake Recipe Recipe photo by Taste of Home Skill Level Beginner Total Time 1 hour 20 min Servings 20 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love the excellent texture of this easy cinnamon coffee cake recipe. Always a crowd-pleaser, its pleasing vanilla flavor enriched by sour cream may remind you of breakfast at Grandma’s! Make it

the night before a holiday to save time in the morning

the night before a holiday to save time in the morning. —Eleanor Harris, Cape Coral, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 piece: 340 calories, 16g fat (9g saturated fat), 83mg cholesterol, 299mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein. Sour cream lends a tangy flavor and creamy texture to this make-ahead coffee cake. Avoid overmixing the batter to maintain the beautiful cinnamon ribbon inside the cake. 11/35 Ham & Brie Strata 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved JIM WIELAND FOR TASTE OF HOME Skill Level Beginner Total Time 55 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: There’s

nothing quite like my comfy strata made with Brie, ham and mushrooms

nothing quite like my comfy strata made with Brie, ham and mushrooms. Put it together and bake it now, or hold it overnight to pop into the oven tomorrow. —Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grove, Utah Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 243 calories, 12g fat (6g saturated fat), 162mg cholesterol, 680mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 18g protein. Once assembled, you can store the unbaked strata in the refrigerator overnight. When you’re ready to bake it, remove the strata from the fridge while you preheat the oven. Then, bake it until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 35

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