Hosting brunch is a great way to show your friends and family that you are the ultimate host with the most. And nothing sets the tone for a relaxing weekend morning like a delicious spread of food and drinks. But who has time to cook everything from scratch on the morning of? Not me!
What's the best way to ensure you're the best brunch host ever? Make as many of your recipes ahead of time and leave something quick and easy for the morning of!
If want sound brunch planning tips and recipes guaranteed to please a crowd, we got you covered!
One of the most important things to do when hosting a brunch is to plan. This will help ensure you have everything you need and that nothing is forgotten.
Choose a variety of recipes that can be made ahead of time, including both savory and sweet dishes. And plan a few quick and easy recipes for the morning.
Brunch is not complete without drinks! Make sure to include boozy cocktails, soft drinks, and non-alcoholic options for your guests.
Set up a buffet or brunch bar so your guests can help themselves with food and drinks. This will make things easier for you and allow your guests to customize their brunch experience.
You don't have to compete with fancy brunch settings from 5-star hotels and restaurants, but a bit of decoration can go a long way. Decorate the brunch station with flowers and set the mood for a fun weekend!
To help you plan the perfect brunch for a crowd, we’ve put together a list of delicious recipes that will have your guests raving. From savory breakfast casseroles to sweet and decadent desserts, we’ve got something that everyone will love. So get cooking and wow your guests with a fantastic brunch spread!
The edges of this casserole bake up to a crispy finish while the interior is soft and pillowy. The chiles add a mild tingle, and the cheesy topping is irresistible.
This is an incredible, hearty and simple apple sweet potato breakfast bake that you can make ahead.
This recipe is perfect to quickly make the morning of your brunch and have your crowd assemble the burritos themselves at the brunch station.
Easy Bacon and Egg Breakfast Focaccia is a quick and simple dish, perfect for Sunday breakfast or brunch. A simple dough base is topped with sauce, bacon, tomatoes, cheese, and eggs, then baked until golden and risen. No yeast and no waiting for the dough to rise, this easy recipe is the work of minutes - give it a go!
This sheet pan pizza is a guaranteed hit with a brunch crowd! Watch it disappear in minutes!
Pigs in a blanket are a party favorite for kids and adults alike!
An easy breakfast oatmeal bake for a crowd.
Banana and Blueberry Sheet Pan Pancakes are oven-baked versions of pancakes that are baked as a slab and served in slices. No need to spend an hour at the stove flipping individual pancakes.
A basic batter is made with flour, sugar, mashed banana, and vanilla, then topped with sliced banana and fresh blueberries.
Avocado Egg Rolls are one of The Cheesecake Factory's most beloved appetizers. Avocado, Sundried Tomatoes, Coriander, Onion, and spices are combined and enveloped in a light pastry. Deep fried until golden and crisp, these gorgeous little morsels are perfect on their own or with your favorite dipping sauce and are guaranteed to win you "the Best Brunch Host" title.
A perfect sweet make-ahead casserole that never fails.
With all the naan pizza recipes out there, I wanted to create one that was unique and offered that Latin twist.
A great way to use up leftover bread. Loaded with caramelized onions, garlic combined with fresh thyme, Greek basil, and those blistered cherry tomatoes release all their ripe juices onto the top of the strata.
The addition of hidden spinach makes this a Caprese Frittata with a slight boost of extra nutrition. Half of the tomatoes are cooked inside this frittata to permeate that subtle hint of garlic, basil, and tomato flavor through the eggs.
A cross between a soufflé, a frittata, and a bread pudding, this English Muffin Breakfast Bake combines everyday breakfast ingredients to make a brunch masterpiece.
It’s perfect for brunch - place it next to your choice of bread and make your guests make their own chicken salad sandwiches. There’s a reason everyone loves chicken salad sandwiches – it’s packed with flavor, texture, and color.
Pop this pancake bake in the oven, and you'll have a much thicker but still perfect pancake texture, gluten-free and delicious! No melting of coconut oil, flipping, and standing over your stove for 20-30 minutes.
This is a beautiful and easy breakfast pie loaded with eggs, ham, and cheddar with a hash brown crust.
This is a simple and sensational peach cobbler French toast bake with a buttery brioche base, juicy peaches, and a gorgeous crumb topping!
A wonderfully delicious breakfast quiche that's full of flavor!
These Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls are softer than soft, have great flavor, a gooey but well-cooked feeling, and browned butter frosting.
Sausage Breakfast Casserole is an easy egg bake recipe combining hash browns, sausage, peppers, onions, and layers of cheese. This breakfast egg casserole is perfect for entertaining because it can be made ahead of time!
Slow Cooker French Toast Pudding is a new twist on the classic Bread Pudding. Served with maple syrup, this sweet treat is great for breakfast, brunch, or whenever you need a warm, comforting dessert!
This sheet pan method makes serving the shortcakes to a crowd much easier than traditional shortcakes, and the final presentation is oh so glamorous!
This isn’t your average salad! Say goodbye to lettuce and savory cured meat, sweet melon, creamy mozzarella, and spicy arugula. To top it off, we have a simple, tangy mint basil vinaigrette.
Make the dressing in advance, and you can make this salad in 10 minutes just as your guests arrive.
The aromatic pesto cooked with eggs will be a fantastic addition to your brunch buffet.
