50+ Easter Brunch Recipes for a Joyful Spring Table

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Updated byKathryne Tayloron April 1, 2026

We’re hosting our families for Easter brunch this weekend, and I thought you might be planning your menu, too. Skim this roundup for plenty of Easter brunch ideas. I limited each category to my top five picks to help you narrow things down.

Be sure to bookmark this page, because these recipes are all wonderful candidates for Mother’s Day and the spring weekends in between. Consider them for your special springtime breakfasts and lunches, too.

You can find evenmore spring recipes here, with filters to search by course or special diet. Wishing you a happy, delicious weekend!

Appetizers

Green Goddess Hummus

This vibrant green hummus gets its fresh flavor from a generous handful of herbs! Use classic green goddess herbs like I do, or swap in other leafy greens you love. (Stick to 1 cup or less fresh herbs, to taste.) Recipe yields about 1 3/4 cup hummus.

Baked Goat Cheese

This creamy, honey-swirled baked goat cheese comes together at a moment’s notice! Warm, gooey and irresistible, it’s the easiest elegant appetizer. Recipe yields a scant 2 cups, enough for 4 to 6 appetizer servings.

Avocado Toast (Plus Tips & Variations)

Avocado toast is creamy, crisp and endlessly satisfying—a simple breakfast, snack or light meal that never gets old. Enjoy it right away, since the avocado browns over time. Recipe as written yields 1 slice of basic avocado toast; multiply as needed.

4.9/5 from 299 ratings

Torn Olives with Almonds, Celery & Parmesan

This playful Mediterranean appetizer tosses briny green olives with crumbled Parmesan, crisp celery and toasted almonds. It’s salty, crunchy and totally snackable. Recipe yields about 2 cups, enough to serve 4 to 6.

Kalamata White Bean Dip

Whip up this creamy white bean dip with Kalamata olives! It comes together from pantry staples and tastes downright delicious. A sprinkle of fresh basil on top is optional but lovely. Recipe yields about 1 3/4 cups of dip.

Muffins & Scones

These breakfast sweets are just the thing for a special spring occasion.

Healthy Blueberry Muffins

These healthy blueberry muffins are golden, fluffy, moist and downright delicious! No one will guess they’re made with 100% whole wheat flour and naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup. Recipe yields 12 muffins.

4.9/5 from 1046 ratings

Banana Coconut Muffins

These naturally sweetened banana coconut muffins taste like a little tropical getaway. They’re so tender and flavorful, I bet you’d never guess they’re made with 100% whole wheat flour! Recipe yields 1 dozen muffins.

4.8/5 from 82 ratings

Healthy Carrot Muffins

Healthy carrot muffins made with whole wheat flour, coconut oil and maple syrup! They taste fantastic, too, of course. These make a wonderful grab-and-go breakfast. Recipe yields 12 muffins.

4.6/5 from 585 ratings

Lemon Raspberry Muffins

These delicious raspberry muffins are moist, fluffy and bursting with bright lemon flavor. They’re healthier than most, too, thanks to whole wheat flour and natural honey sweetness. Recipe yields 1 dozen muffins.

4.8/5 from 175 ratings

Blueberry Scones

These blueberry scones are simply the best! They’re wonderfully tender, studded with juicy blueberries and finished with a sprinkle of crunchy sugar. Recipe yields 8 standard scones or 16 mini scones.

4.3/5 from 24 ratings

More Breakfast Sweets

Carrot Cake Pancakes

These carrot cake pancakes are decadent, spiced and downright delicious. Make them with whole wheat flour or all-purpose, whichever you prefer. Recipe yields 11 to 12 medium pancakes.

4.9/5 from 37 ratings

Whole Wheat Banana Pancakes

These banana pancakes are so fluffy, no one will guess they’re made with whole wheat flour! Top them with peanut butter and sliced bananas for extra protein and fiber. Recipe yields 6 to 7 pancakes (enough for 2 to 3 people); double the amounts for a family or extra leftovers.

4.9/5 from 160 ratings

Crêpes

Learn how to make crêpes at home with this foolproof recipe! Crêpes are easier than you might think. This versatile recipe works with all-purpose, whole wheat or buckwheat flour. Use the full amount of sugar for a sweeter crêpe, or scale back for a more savory one. Recipe yields 8 crêpes.

4.9/5 from 16 ratings

Fluffy Almond Flour Pancakes (Gluten-Free)

These almond flour pancakes are tender, hearty and delicious. Plus, they’re gluten-free and lower in carbohydrates than most. The recipe yields about 12 pancakes (it can be easily halved, but extra pancakes freeze beautifully, so I suggest making the full batch).

4.6/5 from 14 ratings

Foolproof French Toast

Learn how to make the best French toast at home! This foolproof recipe yields slices that are fluffy, tender, lightly sweet and golden brown. Recipe yields 8 large or 12 medium slices of French toast (4 servings).

4.8/5 from 23 ratings

Eggs

You could easily let these egg-y options take center stage as your main dish.

Baked Asparagus Frittata

This beautiful baked asparagus frittata is remarkably simple to make! It’s the perfect springtime brunch centerpiece. Recipe yields one 9-inch square frittata, enough for 6 large or 9 smaller servings.

4.9/5 from 24 ratings

Foolproof Shakshuka

Learn how to make the best shakshuka with this foolproof recipe! Shakshuka is a beloved Middle Eastern dish of eggs poached in a hearty, spiced tomato and pepper sauce. Recipe yields 4 to 6 servings.

4.9/5 from 146 ratings

Arugula and Cremini Quiche with Gluten-Free Almond Meal Crust

Arugula, Cremini mushrooms and creamy goat cheese quiche in a gluten-free thyme and almond meal crust. A simple, gourmet recipe for breakfast, brunch or dinner!

4.7/5 from 96 ratings

How to Make Frittatas (Stovetop or Baked)

Learn how to make the perfect frittata with this comprehensive guide! This recipe assumes you’re cooking the vegetables right in your skillet—if you’re using leftover vegetables for the stovetop option, simply warm them in the skillet before adding the eggs. Recipe yields 1 large frittata or 18 mini frittatas (about 8 servings).

4.9/5 from 322 ratings

Spinach Scrambled Eggs with Goat Cheese

Make outrageously creamy scrambled eggs with goat cheese, fresh spinach and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook them up for breakfast, brunch or even dinner. Recipe yields 2 large or 4 smaller servings (easily halved).

4.9/5 from 41 ratings

More Main Dishes

Don’t want eggs to be the main event? These are all wonderful options.

Roasted Carrots with Farro, Chickpeas & Herbed Crème Fraîche

This roasted carrot dish looks gourmet, but it’s surprisingly easy to make! It would be lovely on your holiday table, or serve it as a great weeknight dinner on its own. Recipe yields 4 main dish servings to 8 side servings, depending on portions.

4.9/5 from 92 ratings

Best Stuffed Shells

These stuffed shells are cheesy, saucy and stuffed to the brim with a delicious spinach and ricotta filling. Make them for dinner tonight! Recipe yields about 28 shells, about 8 servings.

4.9/5 from 138 ratings

Easy Brown Rice Risotto with Mushrooms and Fresh Oregano

Creamy, delicious, healthier baked brown rice risotto with minimal stirring required! This recipe is designed for brown arborio/short-grain brown rice, so any grain substitutions will affect baking time. (White arborio rice only needs 40 to 45 minutes.) Look for brown arborio/short-grain brown rice at well-stocked grocery stores or health food stores. Skip the wine if you don’t drink, but it adds lovely depth of flavor. Recipe yields 4 to 6 servings.

4.9/5 from 191 ratings

Spring Pasta with Peas and Asparagus

This very green pasta is bursting with spring flavors—sweet peas, crisp asparagus and fresh herbs. Once your vegetables are prepped, it comes together in a flash. This recipe yields a lot (enough for 6 to 8 servings), so feel free to halve it if you’re serving two.

4.8/5 from 43 ratings

Best Vegetable Lasagna

Seriously the best veggie lasagna! This one is packed with bell pepper, zucchini and carrots, sautéed until golden and tender at the edges. Recipe yields one 9-inch lasagna, enough for 8 slices.

4.8/5 from 1508 ratings

Salads

Freshen things up with a crisp salad. Here are a few of my favorites:

Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese & Pistachios

This classic roasted beet salad is like the ones at my favorite French restaurants! It features goat cheese, pistachios and arugula tossed in a zippy Dijon dressing. Recipe yields 4 to 6 side servings.

4.9/5 from 80 ratings

French Carrot Salad

This French carrot salad is simple and fresh! You’ll need carrots, olive oil, lemon, honey, cumin, parsley and chives. Chickpeas are optional but highly recommended. Recipe yields 4 servings.

4.8/5 from 74 ratings

Lemony Lentil and Chickpea Salad with Radish and Herbs

A fresh, filling bean salad brightened with lemon, fresh mint and dill. Use steamed lentils and canned chickpeas for a meal that’s ready in under 20 minutes. It keeps well for a few days in the fridge and packs beautifully for lunch! Recipe yields about 5 1/2 cups (4 to 6 servings).

4.7/5 from 71 ratings

Green Goddess Tortellini Salad

This vegetarian tortellini salad features cheesy spinach tortellini tossed in healthy homemade green goddess dressing, then layered over lemony fresh greens and seasoned vegetables. Recipe yields 4 to 6 servings.

4.7/5 from 19 ratings

Spinach Salad

Make this delicious spinach salad to serve alongside your main dish! It features fresh spinach, creamy goat cheese and juicy seasonal fruit. Recipe yields 6 side salads.

Vegetable Side Dishes

These irresistible roasted vegetables will round out your meal beautifully.

Perfect Roasted Carrots (Three Ways!)

Who knew carrots could be SO good?! Roasted carrots are an easy, healthy, affordable side dish. This is the only roasted carrot recipe you’ll ever need! Recipe yields 4 to 6 side servings.

4.9/5 from 53 ratings

Perfect Roasted Asparagus

Learn how to make perfectly roasted asparagus here! This is a fantastic springtime side dish that everyone will love. Season it however you’d like—you’ll find my favorite seasoning suggestions below. Recipe yields 2 large or 4 modest side servings.

4.7/5 from 87 ratings

Parmesan Roasted Broccoli with Balsamic Drizzle

The ultimate roasted broccoli, featuring golden Parmesan and a tangy balsamic drizzle! Make this easy side dish for your next dinner and everyone will love it. Recipe yields 4 generous side servings.

4.8/5 from 32 ratings

Perfect Roasted Potatoes

These golden roasted potatoes are the perfect side dish! The fresh herbs are optional, but quite lovely. Recipe yields about 4 generous side servings (see note for multiplying the recipe).

4.8/5 from 65 ratings

Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Cranberries & Pecans

This recipe features roasted Brussels sprouts, pecans and cranberries with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar. This simple side dish is utterly irresistible and perfect for the holidays! Recipe yields 4 to 6 side servings.

Desserts

Here are a few perfect desserts for springtime:

Lemon Posset

Lemon posset is a creamy, citrusy dessert—the perfect small treat. It offers a rich texture and balanced lemon flavor that teeters irresistibly between tangy and sweet. And it’s so easy to make! Allow 3 hours for chilling. Recipe yields 8 to 9 small (2-ounce) servings.

4.8/5 from 50 ratings

Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp

This simple crisp is bursting with sweet, juicy strawberries and tart rhubarb. Made with honey, oats and yogurt, it’s healthier than most. That said, please serve it with vanilla ice cream for dessert (or yogurt for breakfast)!

4.8/5 from 50 ratings

Favorite Carrot Cake

This carrot cake will become your new favorite! It’s moist and delicious, easy to make with basic, wholesome ingredients. It’s simply the best! Recipe yields one double-layer 9″ cake.

4.6/5 from 123 ratings

Lemony Cheesecake Tart with Pistachio Crust

This cheesecake tart is the best! It’s easy to make and tastes downright gourmet. The homemade pistachio-oat crust happens to be gluten free. Recipe yields one 9-inch tart, enough for 8 medium slices.

4.8/5 from 16 ratings

No-Bake Greek Yogurt Tart

This no-bake Greek yogurt tart looks impressive, but it’s very easy to make and nutritious, too! I topped mine with raspberries and strawberries, but use any fresh fruit you’d like. Recipe yields one 9-inch tart (6 slices).

4.9/5 from 27 ratings

Easter Candies & Cookies

Thumbprint Cookies

These thumbprint cookies offer classic shortbread flavor with dazzling jam centers. Almond flour makes them gluten free and extra delicious! Recipe yields 22 to 24 small cookies.

4.8/5 from 21 ratings

Coconut Macaroons

These coconut macaroons are the perfect sweet little treat. They’re gluten free and subtly sweetened with honey or maple syrup. Dip them in chocolate if you wish (I highly recommend it)! Recipe yields nearly 3 dozen small cookies (34 cookies, by my count).

4.5/5 from 22 ratings

Monster Cookies

Truly the best monster cookies! These peanut butter, oatmeal and chocolate chip cookies are perfectly crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. Recipe yields 18 cookies.

4.6/5 from 104 ratings

Chocolate Peppermint Cups

Delicious honey-sweetened chocolate peppermint cups! These dark chocolate treats are fun and easy to make. Recipe yields 12 to 15 mini peppermint cups; multiply if necessary (you’ll need that many mini cupcake liners—look for them in the baking aisle).

Chocolate Peanut Butter Crispy Bars

These chocolate peanut butter crispy bars are like modern-day scotcheroos! The recipe is easy to make with wholesome pantry ingredients and is naturally sweetened with honey instead of corn syrup. Keep in mind these no-bake treats need 2 hours in the refrigerator to set. Recipe yields 16 small treats from one 8-inch square pan (or double the recipe to fill a 9 by 13-inch pan).

4.9/5 from 74 ratings

Cocktails, Coffee & Tea

Preparecold brew coffeeorcold brew iced teaa day in advance. You could also serve brunch-worthy cocktails or a mocktail:

Classic Aperol Spritz

Learn how to make a classic Aperol spritz! These bubbly Italian cocktails are refreshing and so easy to make. Aperol spritzes are best made one by one, so the recipe is written to yield one cocktail—make more as necessary. Cheers!

4.7/5 from 94 ratings

Homemade Bloody Marys

Make Bloody Marys at home with this delicious recipe! This Bloody Mary mix is made from scratch with basic ingredients. It’s perfect for your next brunch. Recipe yields 4 cocktails.

4.5/5 from 33 ratings

Earl Grey French 75

Earl Grey-infused gin makes this French 75 brunch appropriate! This strong, sparkling, citrusy cocktail would be welcome any time of day, though. Amounts given below for infused gin and simple syrup yield 4 drinks, so scale up as necessary.

The Best Mimosa (Plus Tips & Variations!)

Learn how to make classic orange mimosas with this recipe, plus tips for making them your own! Mimosas are super easy to make once you know the basics. Recipe yields about 8 mimosas.

4.9/5 from 16 ratings

Refreshing Hibiscus Mocktail

Looking for a not-too-sweet mocktail? This sparkling non-alcoholic hibiscus drink is just the ticket! It’s colorful, festive and simple to make. Recipe yields 4 medium (12-ounce) drinks. Multiply as necessary, or double it to make a big pitcher (combine just when you’re ready to serve).

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