Menu Ideas for an Easter Brunch

(Photo from The Cookie Rookie)

I love brunch. I think brunch is the best meal of the day. There are just NO RULES! Breakfast for lunch? Lunch for breakfast? Dessert and appetizers for lunch and breakfast? You can’t go wrong!

Brunch for me always feels like something special. I think because it’s not the norm, and when I get a chance to have brunch it’s usually with people I love and it feels a little more celebratory- a break from the mundanity of daily routine.

And if nothing else, it’s a chance to slow down and enjoy a meal usually connecting with family and friends in the process.

Easter is an especially great time to host a brunch to welcome in the spring season and warmer weather

So here are a couple of recipe ideas to try this Easter that take brunch from boring to beautiful! And help usher in the excitement of Spring!

1. Caramelized Onion Quiche from Everyday Pie

I am a huge fan of quiche. It’s easy to make and yet always gives off fancy vibes to me. When I found this quiche recipe from Everyday Pie with delicious Carmelized onions, it took my quiche experience to a whole new level!

Make it as a whole quiche like they’ve done, or try it as bite sized individual quiches for a quick grab-and-go bite!

2. Carrot Cookie Pots from Ôdélices

I CANNOT get over how perfectly adorable these little carrot cookie pots from Ôdélices look! And with a sugary crust and a delicious chocolate-filled pot of “garden soil” made with chocolate and crushed Oreos, these are sure to be a success as well!

Now, this recipe does come from a French website, so if you don’t speak French you may need to translate the page to get all the ingredients, but there is a great video tutorial for how to make these that may help! And I think they’d be worth the effort!

3. Edible Potato Nests from Kids Cooking Activities

When I first saw these on Pinterest, I knew I had to try make them! They are so adorably cute and very festive for Easter. Plus I’m a sucker for those really nice crispy hash browns!

I love that these Potato Nests from Kids Cooking Activities would be easy to grab and eat while you chat for brunch. If you wanted you could even offer some dipping sauces for the eggs within the potato nest!

4. Easter Egg Fruit Pizzas from Balancing Motherhood

I feel like fruit pizzas are a classic staple for brunches and showers in the spring time, and they are always a popular choice.

But these took fruit pizza to another level! Get your creative fruit juices going and decorate these Easter Egg Fruit Pizzas from Balancing Motherhood to your heart’s content- there’s no wrong way to design them!

5. Stuffed Crescent Roll Carrots from Hungry Happenings

I love carrot themes for Easter and I thought these Crescent Roll Carrots from Hungry Happenings were so darling. Stuffed with a good egg salad, they look delicious and filling!

I appreciate that these can be eaten on the go with one hand, which is great for a social Easter brunch when everyone is milling around.

6. Whipped Goat Cheese Bruschetta from The Cookie Rookie

The only word I had when I saw these mouthwatering Whipped Goat Cheese Bruschetta from The Cookie Rookie was “wow”!

Seriously, have you ever seen a more scrumptious-looking thing in your entire life?!

I am a big fan of open faced sandwiches, toasts and bruschettas in all of their exposed varieties, but these are truly something special!

If you are wanting to impress your guests, whip together these gorgeous triple berry bruschetta and it’ll be sure to get the job done.

7. Carrot Limeade from Martha Stewart

Photo by Ren Fuller, from Martha Stewart

Every party needs a signature drink. But since it’s brunch (and I don’t drink!) a mocktail is just the thing.

Leave it to the ever-talented Martha Stewart to come up with the perfect mocktail for an Easter brunch. This super bright and yummy Carrot Limeade will be perfect to serve a crowd.

8. Pistachio Milk Cake from My Big Fat Halal Blog

I am a sucker for moist, delicious spring cakes and this one was too beautiful to leave out!

With a delicate pistachio and rose topping, this Pistachio Milk Cake from My Big Fat Halal would make a bright and beautiful showstopper at any brunch table! And with its sweet and creamy flavors, It’s sure to delight your guests.

9. Citrus Mini Cakes from Taste of Home

I couldn’t finish this list without adding my all time favorite and go to sweet craving- these Citrus Mini Cakes from Taste of Home.

The first time I had these sweet little bite-sized gobbles of sunshine, my heart melted and I fell in love. They have been my staple spring birthday cake request pretty much ever since!

I love the individual portions which makes this a great and easy option for your Easter brunch group, but you can also make this as a Bundt cake if you want something larger.

10. Pink Deviled Eggs from She Keeps a Lovely Home

And for the cherry on top! You can’t host an Easter brunch without serving the most classic and popular fan favorite-the deviled egg!

This pretty-in-pink Easter Deviled Egg from She Keeps a Lovely Home is the epitome of lovely!

And if that wasn’t enough, check out her article with this and her other favorite deviled egg recipes for different occasions- each more lovely than the last!

Danielle Peterson