65+ Easy Thanksgiving Brunch Recipes For A Stress-Free Holiday

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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.

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Peanut Butter–Stuffed French Toast

If you have a larger crew to feed for Thanksgiving brunch, you'll need to multiply the recipe to accommodate the number of people you have, since this recipe just feeds two. But don't worry: This recipe is totally stress-free as it takes little time and the steps and ingredients are kept to a minimum.

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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.

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Stuffed Ham-and-Cheese Croissant Casserole

The greatness of french toast and the savoriness of breakfast sandwiches meet in this recipe. The ultimate make ahead meal, prepare this recipe through step three and then freeze until Thanksgiving.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Overnight French Toast Casserole with Bourbon-Maple Syrup

Orange-Vanilla French Toast Casserole with Bourbon-Maple Syrup — Antonis Achilleo; Prop Styling: Christine Keely; Food Styling: Tina Bell Stamos

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Best-Ever Sticky Buns

Spicy Sausage-and-Cheddar Kolaches — Greg DuPree; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

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.

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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.

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Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

Tater Tot Breakfast Bake — Jennifer Causey

This savory tater tot breakfast dish will hold you over until Thanksgiving dinner. Best of all? You can make it the night before.

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Big-Batch Apple-Cinnamon Pancakes

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.

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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.

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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.

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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!).

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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.

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Easy Huevos Rancheros Bake

Thanksgiving guests will be asking for seconds of this hearty Tex-Mex bake topped with avocado, sour cream, cilantro, and jalapeño. Just remind them that dinner is coming sooner than they think.

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Slow-Cooker Cinnamon Roll Casserole

Crock Pot Cinnamon Roll Casserole — Caitlin Bensel

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.

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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.

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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.

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Sausage-and-Grits Quiche

This is a go-to recipe that many hosts reach for again and again, with recipe cards stained, creased, and much-loved from years of use. You will certainly impress your brunch company with this clever, simple spin on a traditional quiche.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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—no egg poaching necessary.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Crustless Ham and Collard Greens Quiche

Spicy Ham-and-Greens Quiche — Photo: Jennifer Davick

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Cinnamon-Raisin Biscuits

Invite nostalgia to your Thanksgiving brunch table with this now-unavailable Hardee's breakfast. As the name suggests, tart raisins balance out the warm sweetness of cinnamon for a brunch that will have your guests reminiscing.

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Our Favorite Buttermilk Biscuit

Of the hundreds of Southern buttermilk biscuit recipes tested in our Test Kitchen, this one stood out for its balance of softness and flakiness, neutrality and flavor. Enjoy these biscuits alone or with any number of condiments

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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.

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Deep-Dish Loaded Hash Brown Casserole

Feed the extended family and friends with this supersize Thanksgiving brunch recipe. With hash browns, bacon, and plenty of cheese, what's not to love?

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Cheese-And-Sausage Quiche

Quiches: a breakfast-for-any-meal, use-up-leftover-vegetables, and French-cuisine-turned-ordinary staple. Expecting a busy Thanksgiving morning? Make this recipe the day before—your guests won't even know the difference.

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Apple Bread

This recipe uses applesauce and eggs as a healthier alternative to the typical butter-sugar base. After just 10 minutes of mixing, you're ready to sit back and let the oven work its magic.

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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.

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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.

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65+ Easy Thanksgiving Brunch Recipes For A Stress-Free Holiday

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