22 Make-Ahead Casseroles For An Effortless Mother's Day Brunch

There's no shortage of sweet and savory recipes on this list.

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Updated on April 13, 2024

Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole in a casserole dish and a scoop on a blue plate — Photo: Photographer: Jen Causey, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely, Food Stylist: Ana Kelly

A family brunch is a sweet way to celebrate all the moms in your life on Mother's Day. These make-ahead brunch casseroles will help keep the focus of Mother's Day on spending time with Mama and not about being in the kitchen. Whether you're looking for a recipe you can assemble a few days in advance to store in the refrigerator or would prefer a freezer-friendly option that can be made a few weeks before Mother's Day, we've got you covered.

From pancakes to quiches to French toast and more, there's no shortage of sweet and savory casseroles on this list that can be prepared in advance. Lean on these make-ahead recipes to help make Mother's Day brunch both delicious and easy to pull together.

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Pancake Casserole

Pancake Casserole — Caitlin Bensel

Pancakes and the best elements of bread pudding come together in this delicious casserole. Prepare it either 8 or up to 24 hours in advance, then top with maple syrup, butter, powdered sugar and/or fresh berries the day of.

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Biscuits-And-Gravy Casserole

Biscuits-and-Gravy Casserole Image — Southern Living

It's a Mother's Day miracle! Assemble this nostalgic biscuits-and-gravy treat up to 24 hours ahead to start the next day off right.

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Sausage And Egg Casserole

Sausage Egg Casserole - Southern Living — Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox

No-frills ingredients, minimal prep time, AND it can be made ahead — this casserole is celebration on a time crunch. For even more time-saving, assemble the ingredients the night before.

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Eggs Benedict Casserole

Southern Living Eggs Benedict Casserole in the casserole dish ready to serve — Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

Treat your mom and your guests to a casserole fit for royalty. Though not make-ahead-able, this recipe's blender-ready hollandaise sauce is worth making the morning of.

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Creamy Egg Strata

creamy egg strata - southern living — IAIN BAGWELL

This casserole's French bread, Swiss and Parmesan cheeses, and luscious custard are your new Mother's Day brunch heroes. Prepare up to 24 hours in advance.

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Sausage Gravy Casserole with Cheddar-Cornmeal Biscuits

Sausage Gravy Casserole with Cheddar-Cornmeal Biscuits — Greg Dupree; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

Why celebrate at a restaurant when you can make this tasty casserole, then freeze the leftovers and reheat for up to two months? Just let this casserole thaw in the refrigerator for 24 hours before baking in the oven.

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Blueberry Pancake Breakfast Casserole

Blueberry Pancake Breakfast Casserole — Jennifer Causey

If she has a favorite berry that's different than blueberries, you can easily adjust this recipe to fit her taste. This casserole needs to chill for at least 8 hours, so it's the perfect make-ahead option.

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Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole in a casserole dish and a scoop on a blue plate — Photographer: Jen Causey, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely, Food Stylist: Ana Kelly

Pull this casserole together in just 15 minutes the day before brunch and let it chill in the refrigerator overnight. Then all you have to do is bake it the following day when it's time to celebrate Mama.

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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 casserole the night before and let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before popping it in the oven.

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Cheesy Sausage-and-Croissant Casserole

Cheesy Sausage-and-Croissant Casserole — Alison Miksch; Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas

This recipe was designed to chill overnight for 8 hours, so it's make-ahead friendly without any special tweaks. Just pop it in the oven when Mama is on her way over for brunch.

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Croissant Breakfast Casserole

Croissant Breakfast Casserole — Victor Protasio

Dijon, caramelized onions, and Fontina cheese make sure there is no shortage of flavor in this make-ahead croissant casserole.

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Bacon-and-Cheddar Grits Quiche

Bacon-and-Cheddar Grits Quiche — Photo: Alison Miksch

This quiche is unlike any other because the crust is made from grits. Bake it up to 2 days ahead.

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Breakfast Enchiladas

Breakfast Enchiladas — Hector Manuel Sanchez

Pull this hearty casserole together the day before and let it chill in the refrigerator overnight. Just let is stand at room temperature before baking as directed.

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Cheesy Ham, Corn, and Grits Bake

Cheesy Ham, Corn, and Grits Bake — Hector Manuel Sanchez

We think corn deserves a spot at every meal and it makes its way onto the brunch menu with this cheesy grits bake.

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Cinnamon Roll Casserole

Cinnamon Roll Casserole — Antonis Achilleos

We took the flavor of cinnamon rolls and turned it into a brunch-worthy casserole. Prepare it up to 24 hours in advance and let it chill overnight.

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Tater Tot Breakfast Bake

Tater Tot Breakfast Bake — Jennifer Causey

Both kids and adults will enjoy this breakfast bake that starts with a package of frozen tater tots.

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Oven-Baked Buttermilk French Toast

Oven-Baked Buttermilk French Toast — Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

Buttermilk is key for making this french toast as fluffy as can be. Prepare this overnight casserole up to 24 hours in advance of cooking.

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Shrimp and Grits Casserole

Shrimp and Grits Casserole — Antonis Achilleo; Prop Styling: Christine Keely; Food Styling: Tina Bell Stamos

Treat Mama to the special meal she deserves this Mother's Day with this casserole version of classic shrimp and grits. Reviewers recommended putting together all your ingredients beforehand.

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Smoky Sausage-and-Grits Casserole

Smoky Sausage-and-Grits Casserole — Alison Miksch

Grits and sausage weren't the combo we expected, but they're the combo we needed for a delicious Mother's Day Brunch. This casserole can be stored in the refrigerator for up to four days before it's cooked.

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Banana Bread French Toast Casserole

Banana Bread French Toast Casserole — Jennifer Causey

Banana bread and French toast come together in this recipe for a sweet brunch recipe that's sure to impress Mama. She won't even know you put the ingredients toge

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Baked Oatmeal

Baked Oatmeal — Jennifer Causey

Adapt this recipe to use your family's favorite seasonal fruit and nuts. Baking the oatmeal gives it a satisfying crunchy crust and tender center — even after it's been reheated.

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Mini Cheese Grits Casseroles

Mini Cheese Grits Casseroles — Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Torie Cox; Prop Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas

We love the look of serving this grits casserole in miniature ramekins, but you can prepare it in one 2-quart baking dish if you prefer.

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