70 Easy Thanksgiving Brunch Recipes For A Stress-Free Holiday
Bacon-and-Cheddar Grits Quiche
Recipe: Bacon-and-Cheddar Grits Quiche
When you have a houseful of visiting family to feed, nothing is easier than a cheesy quiche still warm from the oven. It can keep a whole family full until lunchtime, and this recipe involves breakfast ingredients that are sure to please: bacon, cheesy grits, and a traditional egg quiche. To prepare, you will spread cheese to the edge of the warm, bacon-laden grits -which forms the crust. This will prevent any custard from seeping out while the quiche bakes. It is also easy to customize quiches to your and your family's tastes, so start with this recipe and broaden your quiche repertoire.
Everything Bagel Casserole
Recipe: Everything Bagel Casserole
Bagels are a favorite breakfast for many folks, so we decided to make this crowd pleasing option. Just like your favorite breakfast sandwich, this casserole is full of cream cheese, eggs, sausage and everything bagels.
Blueberry Pancake Breakfast Casserole
Recipe: Blueberry Pancake Breakfast Casserole
Certainly a crowd-pleaser, this overnight breakfast casserole gets started the night before Thanksgiving. Pop them in the oven for a family-friendly breakfast that will be ready shortly after the morning coffee is brewed.
Stuffed Ham-and-Cheese Croissant Casserole
Recipe: Stuffed Ham-and-Cheese Croissant Casserole
The greatness of french toast and the savoriness of breakfast sandwiches meet in this recipe. With a touch of dijon mustard to cut the richness of this dish, this recipe has a flavor profile that will impress even the most particular of guests. The ultimate make ahead meal, prepare this recipe through step three and then freeze until Thanksgiving.
Seeded Pumpkin Bread
Recipe: Seeded Pumpkin Bread
If you want to make something festive and full of fall flavor, try this bread decorated with pumpkin, flax and sesame seeds. This recipe makes two loaves so there is plenty for a crowd or share one with someone you are thankful for.
Pumpkin-Pecan Coffee Cake
Recipe: Pumpkin-Pecan Coffee Cake
Take a breather and enjoy the taste of fall with this easy recipe. Using the same batter as the previous seeded pumpkin bread, this cake is made for a crowd and covered in a delightful butter and brown sugar topping. You can make this cake ahead and freeze it before turkey day for a mindless breakfast option.
Breakfast Enchiladas
Recipe: Breakfast Enchiladas
Roll together your ingredients and refrigerate the night before for a no-hassle morning meal. Everyone loves Tex-Mex brunch, and this recipe promises to impress.
Overnight French Toast Casserole with Bourbon-Maple Syrup
Recipe: Overnight French Toast Casserole with Bourbon-Maple Syrup
Assemble this decadent breakfast casserole the night before Thanksgiving, then dream of French toast all night long. Whether you add bourbon or not, be sure to choose the good stuff: 100% pure maple syrup.
Shrimp and Grits Casserole
Recipe: Shrimp and Grits Casserole
We added bacon and cheese for the ultimate Shrimp and Grits casserole. Get this dish going and on the brunch table in only an hour.
Coffee Cake Muffins
Recipe: Coffee Cake Muffins
We love coffee cake and muffins so we decided to combine the two in this breakfast treat. If you want to put your own spin on these muffins, fold in a few blueberries or chocolate chips into the batter to really make this recipe your own. We promise this will be something your family will ask for year-after-year.
Biscuits-and-Gravy Skillet
Recipe: Biscuits-and-Gravy Skillet
We'll take these fluffy homemade biscuits with extra gravy. This homestyle breakfast is super comforting, especially for the host (it's only one pan!).
Pumpkin Streusel Muffins
Recipe: Pumpkin Streusel Muffins
Take classic pumpkin muffins to the next level with a streusel topping. The yummy crumble is the cherry on top, but it doesn't hurt that this recipe can also be transformed into a Pumpkin Streusel Loaf.
Cinnamon Roll Casserole
Recipe: Cinnamon Roll Casserole
This gigantic cinnamon roll even more delicious than it looks. It combines all of the decedent goodness of a gooey cinnamon roll with all the ease of a casserole. Plus, it's kid approved and party ready.
Sausage-Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole
Recipe: Sausage-Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole
This cheesy breakfast bake combines two of our favorite things: sausage and hash browns. Double the sausage guarantees that this brunch is hardy enough to fill a crowd.
Best-Ever Sticky Buns
Recipe: Best-Ever Sticky Buns
We call dibs on licking the spoon! This sugary treat is just want your Thanksgiving brunch bunch needs. Holiday guests will be thrilled to be greeted to the kitchen by the smell of cinnamon, and even happier once they get a bite of these buns.
Baked Oatmeal
Recipe: Baked Oatmeal
Leave the indulgence for later in the day. This Baked Oatmeal can be customized with your favorite seasonal fruits. In anticipation of a decadent dinnertime feast, this healthy and filling casserole is a great option.
Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole
Recipe: Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole
This savory tater tot breakfast dish will hold you over until Thanksgiving dinner. Best of all? You can make it the night before.
Big-Batch Apple-Cinnamon Pancakes
Recipe: Big-Batch Apple-Cinnamon Pancakes
When there's a crowd, there is no time to waste when it comes to getting any meal on the table. With all the Thanksgiving dinner prep, we simply do not have the time to flip pancakes. This big-batch pancake is the perfect solution, and it only takes 20 minutes to bake in the oven.
Fried Chicken Biscuits with Rosemary Hot Honey
Recipe: Fried Chicken Biscuits with Rosemary Hot Honey
We can't let a holiday go by without a little something fried. Rosemary hot honey gives these mini chicken biscuits just the right amount of seasonal spice.
Bakeshop Blueberry Muffins
Recipe: Bakeshop Blueberry Muffins
These fluffy homemade blueberry muffins will save you a trip to the bakery. Soft, buttery muffins are possible from home and perfect for feeding a crowd.
Apple Butter Cinnamon Rolls with Apple Cider Glaze
Recipe: Apple Butter Cinnamon Rolls with Apple Cider Glaze
Cinnamon rolls are the perfect make-ahead breakfast that everyone in your family will love. These are made with homemade slow-cooker apple butter that will wow your family members while not taking a lot of prep time on your part.
Cheesy Ham, Corn, and Grits Bake
Recipe: Cheesy Ham, Corn, and Grits Bake
This easier twist on a soufflé is sure to have guests more than satisfied. Yellow stone-ground grits bake up with cubed ham, fresh corn, and thyme while your guests wake up and eagerly anticipate breakfast.
Easy Huevos Rancheros Bake
Recipe: Easy Huevos Rancheros Bake
Thanksgiving guests will be asking for seconds of this hearty Tex-Mex bake topped with avocado, sour cream, cilantro, and jalape?o. Just remind them that dinner is coming sooner than they think.
Slow-Cooker Cinnamon Roll Casserole
Recipe: Slow-Cooker Cinnamon Roll Casserole
Don't let your slow cooker miss out on the fun. While your other appliances set the scene for dinner, let your slow cooker work on breakfast.
Country Ham Hash
Recipe: Country Ham Hash
Invite sleepy Thanksgiving guests down to the kitchen with these holiday-worthy breakfast potatoes. Serve this alongside one of our egg or pancake casserole recipes for a brunch spread fit for the occasion.
Fresh Fruit Salad
Recipe: Fresh Fruit Salad
Juicy and refreshing, this customizable fruit salad is just what your brunch table needs. Using seasonal fruit like pears and apples is a great way to showcase fall flavors alongside some mint and honey.
Blueberry-Cornmeal Cake
Recipe: Blueberry-Cornmeal Cake
Start the holiday off with a slice of breakfast cake. Top slices of this scrumptious blueberry treat with a dollop of whipped cream.
Sausage-and-Grits Quiche
Recipe: Sausage-and-Grits Quiche
This is a go-to recipe that many hosts and hostesses reach for again and again, with recipe cards stained, creased, and much-loved from years of use. It's a trusty recipe to keep in your back pocket, and it is one that—when you master it—is so easy to whip up at a moment's notice. You will certainly impress your brunch company with this clever, simple spin on a traditional quiche. They'll be delighted, and you'll know that, once again, the trusty sausage and grits quiche came through for breakfast and saved the day, or the morning, as it were.
Mini Bananas Foster Sticky Buns
Recipe: Mini Bananas Foster Sticky Buns
Get the kiddos involved in making these sticky sweet treats. Made with refrigerated crescent roll dough, they're easier than most cinnamon roll recipes and are delicious alongside one of our breakfast casseroles and a big cup of coffee.
Creamy Egg Strata
Recipe: Creamy Egg Strata
This dreamy egg strata is worth waking up for. Swiss and parmesan are sure to become your new go-to cheese pairing with eggs after a bite of this recipe.
Biscuit Beignets
Recipe: Biscuit Beignets
A sugar rush for brunch? Count us in! These New Orleans-style breakfast treats will be ready in less than 10 minutes with the help of your trusty Dutch oven.
Fried Skillet Potatoes
Recipe: Fried Skillet Potatoes
Skillet potatoes are so easy to make and oh-so good. They're a trusty side dish for any breakfast main, or add eggs and bacon for an ultimate savory dish.
Pumpkin Bread
Recipe: Pumpkin Bread
These autumnal loafs are made for holiday mornings. Slice and serve, though we wouldn't blame you if there were a piece or two missing by the time these make it to the table.
Cheesy Sausage-and-Croissant Casserole
Recipe: Cheesy Sausage-and-Croissant Casserole
Topped with Gruyère cheese, this casserole browns beautifully and has a delicious nutty flavor, but you can sub Swiss cheese if you prefer. Pre-made croissants from your local grocery give bakery-fresh flavor with minimal effort, and add a flaky crust to the dish's edges.
Glazed Buttermilk Donut Cake
Recipe: Glazed Buttermilk Donut Cake
No need to head to the donut shop with this recipe! This bakery-worthy brunch is easy to whip up in a bundt pan at home. Pair with a large pot of coffee to keep your guests happy all morning long.
Buttermilk Breakfast Scones
Recipe: Buttermilk Breakfast Scones
These buttery and tender pastries are crusted in sugar and dispersed with buttermilk currants. Prepare these scones for the ultimate grab-and-go meal so that guests stay out of your kitchen until the big Thanksgiving feast.
Apple Muffins
Recipe: Apple Muffins
Bake these Apple Muffins the night before and warm them in the oven to wake your guests with the sweet aromas of baked apples and cinnamon. Serve with your choice of breakfast beverage for an easy meal before the big feast.
Eggs Benedict Casserole
Recipe: Eggs Benedict Casserole
We're all about working smarter, not harder around the holidays, and this Eggs Benedict Casserole is the answer to your Thanksgiving morning worries. Prepare this casserole the night before and then simply pop it in the oven in the morning for a delicious twist on a classic. No egg poaching necessary.
Oven-Baked Buttermilk French Toast
Recipe: Oven-Baked Buttermilk French Toast
Mama's French toast recipe got an upgrade with buttermilk in this twist on a classic. Pair with a bowl of fresh fruit for a delicious, crowd-pleasing breakfast.
Cinnamon-Pecan Breakfast Bread Pudding
Recipe: Cinnamon-Pecan Breakfast Bread Pudding
Assemble this bread pudding the night before and have it as a sweet brunch dish the day of Thanksgiving. Your guests will be amazed by the fall flavors in each bite.
Squash Frittata
Recipe: Squash Frittata
A squash casserole may shine on the table come supper, but the star of breakfast is this Squash Frittata. It's surprisingly easy and absolutely beautiful decorated with colorful squash.
Bacon-and-Tomato Breakfast Casserole
Recipe: Bacon-and-Tomato Breakfast Casserole
Breakfast eggs that come together in the slow cooker are a great start to the holiday. Your kitchen will smell divine and this play on the classic bacon and eggs combo will taste even better.
Breakfast Cookies
Recipe: Breakfast Cookies
Thanksgiving is a day of celebration, so why not start your day off right with a cookie? Full of oats, dried fruits and pecans, these good-for-you cookies will make all your whole family smile as well as give them the nutrients they need to keep them going until the main meal.
Mini Cheese Grits Casseroles
Recipe: Mini Cheese Grits Casseroles
Preparing portions in individual ramekins is an easy way to make your life as host easier. With individually-packaged servings of yummy cheese grits, you'll know there's enough for everyone, especially when served with fresh fruit, bacon, or other breakfast goodies.
One-Dish Blackberry French Toast
Recipe: One-Dish Blackberry French Toast
Whip up this brunch dish the night before Thanksgiving then chill it overnight. In the morning, all this recipe asks is 10-15 minutes in the oven for a deliciously easy Thanksgiving breakfast.
Sweet Potato Breakfast Casserole
Recipe: Sweet Potato Breakfast Casserole
This brunch go-to is a hardy and creamy morning sneak peak at the dinnertime feast to come. Sweet potato casserole with pecans and marshmallows will fly off the dinner table and this savory Sweet Potato Breakfast Casserole will go just as fast that morning.
Cinnamon Sugar Pull-Apart Bread
Recipe: Cinnamon Sugar Pull-Apart Bread
Sometimes to get away from the stress of holiday cooking, it is good to make something fun and rewarding. If you are one of those overachievers, try this cinnamon sugar pull-apart bread. With a beautiful presentation, you will feel proud that you checked one thing off your list.
Grits and Greens with Brown Butter Hot Sauce
Recipe: Grits and Greens with Brown Butter Hot Sauce
These jazzed-up grits are absolutely special occasion-worthy. Stewed greens and a spicy, buttery sauce elevate grits to a stellar breakfast. Leftovers (if you have any!) also work as a Thanksgiving dinner side dish.
Croissant Breakfast Casserole
Recipe: Croissant Breakfast Casserole
Made with day-old mini croissants, this breakfast casserole is as easy as it is delicious, with caramelized onions, cheesy egg custard, and a touch of Dijon. Store this crowd-pleaser in the fridge overnight and pop it in the oven in the morning to greet holiday guests with savory aromas and impressive brunch.
Banana Bread French Toast Casserole
Recipe: Banana Bread French Toast Casserole
Combining two beloved breakfast classics, this Banana Bread French Toast Casserole might be the new take you've been searching for. This sweet breakfast spends the majority of its preparation time baking in the oven and the result will be a new family favorite.
Hashbrown Casserole
Recipe: Hashbrown Casserole
Southerners love a good Hashbrown Casserole. This dish delights for breakfast or can be a star later on among the Thanksgiving dinner feast. Or both? There's no such thing as enough cheesy, creamy potato.
Caramelized Onion, Spinach, and Pork Strata
Recipe: Caramelized Onion, Spinach, and Pork Strata
Bake this savory strata for breakfast, then store the recipe somewhere close because you'll want to remember this one. Crunchy bread cubes, creamy cheese, and tender pork from the slow cooker stand out for any meal—whether it's a holiday brunch or even for weeknight dinner.
Cheesy Sausage-and-Croissant Casserole
Recipe: Cheesy Sausage-and-Croissant Casserole
This brunch will blow away your holiday crowd. With everyone's favorite breakfast notes—flakey pastry, hot sausage, and a killer cheese combination—this hardy dish will sit pretty in your fridge overnight before baking in the morning.
Crustless Ham and Collard Greens Quiche
Recipe: Crustless Ham and Collard Greens Quiche
Leftover ham and frozen greens make this the easiest quiche full of shortcuts that your satisfied breakfast guests would never have guessed. With ham, collards, onion, and cheese, you won't even miss the pie crust.
Cheddar Cheese Grits Casserole
Recipe: Cheddar Cheese Grits Casserole
This Thanksgiving, do brunch right with a convenient casserole version of a Southern classic: cheese grits. This dish is creamy, delicious, and fit for a crowd.
Pancake Bake with Cinnamon Streusel
Recipe: Pancake Bake with Cinnamon Streusel
Serving up this bread pudding-like casserole is a much better alternative than spending Thanksgiving morning hunched over the stove, flipping pancakes. This dish is night-before-friendly, but the final touch made in the morning, the streusel crumble, takes it to the next level.
Biscuits-and-Gravy Casserole
Recipe: Biscuits-and-Gravy Casserole
Choose your fighter: Biscuits-and-Gravy Casserole or Biscuits-and-Gravy Skillet. On Thanksgiving, it always helps to know which dishes you will need for preparing the feast later. Whichever medium you choose, you can't go wrong with warm biscuits and delicious, creamy sausage gravy.
Pancake Casserole
Recipe: Pancake Casserole
An instant classic, this casserole features everyone's favorite breakfast treat: pancakes, of course. Letting the pancakes soak up custard overnight transforms average flapjacks into a delicious brunch with all the best parts of a bread pudding.
Smoky Sausage-and-Grits Casserole
Recipe: Smoky Sausage-and-Grits Casserole
The ultimate make-ahead brunch, this smoky and cheesy casserole can't be beat. Your Thanksgiving guests will go crazy for this grits combo that kick the holiday off on a high note.
Baked Oatmeal With Apple, Cranberries and Pecans
Recipe: Baked Oatmeal With Apple, Cranberries and Pecans
Are you looking for a lighter option so you can still have room for the big thanksgiving feast? Baked oatmeal is a great option, especially this one which celebrates fall harvest flavors. Make this recipe the night before and then bake it thanksgiving day for the best results.
Herbed Sausage Breakfast Casserole
Recipe: Herbed Sausage Breakfast Casserole
This well-seasoned breakfast casserole has all the savory flavors that your guests want out of a comforting brunch. This meaty and cheesy dish comes together in the slow cooker, but pay attention to the order you layer in the ingredients.
Praline-Pecan French Toast
Recipe: Praline-Pecan French Toast
French toast gets a special occasion-worthy upgrade with this recipe. After chilling overnight, pop this sweet and nutty dish in the oven until golden brown.
Sausage Gravy Casserole with Cheddar-Cornmeal Biscuits
Recipe: Sausage Gravy Casserole with Cheddar-Cornmeal Biscuits
Start the day with sausage and gravy, and end it with turkey and gravy. This savory casserole recipe makes for hardy and comforting brunch finished off with cheddar-cornmeal biscuits.
Cinnamon Coffee Cake
Recipe: Cinnamon Coffee Cake
A solid coffee cake recipe is something to treasure. Serve it up for brunch, and after a sweet slice with a crumbly exterior and gooey center, your holiday guests will be begging for your recipe.
Blueberry Overnight Oatmeal
Recipe: Blueberry Overnight Oatmeal
Fresh or frozen berries up the ante of oatmeal for breakfast. Prepare this recipe the night before in cute individual jars for minimal morning effort and easy serving.
Any-Berry Muffins with Cornmeal Streusel
Recipe: Any-Berry Muffins with Cornmeal Streusel
Whip up these muffins with any combination of your favorite berries. The crunchy cornmeal crumble adds delectable texture and flavor to these crowd-pleasing brunch treats.
Mini Quiche with Asparagus and Goat Cheese
Recipe: Mini Quiche with Asparagus and Goat Cheese
Good news: You can make these miniature quiches up to two days ahead of Thanksgiving. Individual egg pies with a unique combo of veggies and cheese are a gourmet way to impress your guests and start the day with big flavor.
Pumpkin-Chocolate Chip Muffins
Recipe: Pumpkin-Chocolate Chip Muffins
Need a little pumpkin pick-me-up? These muffins with semisweet chocolate chips are sure to delight. With a yield of 30 muffins, you and your guests can probably grab seconds if you want.
Apple-Spice Muffins with Oat Streusel
Recipe: Apple-Spice Muffins with Oat Streusel
While pumpkin-spice is nice, we love apple-spice for fall, too. Drizzled with an apple cider glaze and made with fuji apples because of their firm, crisp texture. These muffins are a breakfast stand-out.
Overnight Eggnog-French Toast Casserole
Recipe: Overnight Eggnog-French Toast Casserole
If Thanksgiving really is the start of the holiday season, why not start off your day with a little holiday cheer? This crowd-pleasing breakfast is sure to impress as well as take a little pressure off your plate since most of the work for this recipe will be done the night before.
The holidays tend to warrant a house full of overnight guests. Don't get us wrong, we love hosting for holidays, but we also know how feeding your guests can bring unwanted stress! Mornings with holiday company can be made much easier with our Thanksgiving breakfast recipe ideas. Our make-ahead casseroles provide a quick alternative to making an entire Thanksgiving breakfast spread. Simply brew a piping hot pot of your favorite coffee blend, set the table (we've got plenty of ideas!) and warm up your pre-made casserole, bread, or morning cake in the oven. Easy as that, and you're ready to host a delicious Thanksgiving brunch that will hold everyone over until the dinnertime holiday feast. If your guests prefer a more protein-packed start to the morning, we've included strata, baked egg dishes, and quiche for savory taste buds. Even the hungriest holiday guests will be satisfied with these quick and easy breakfast recipes.