20 Spring Brunch Casseroles That Will Make Hosting A Breeze

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Published on April 28, 2024

Southern Living Best Breakfast Casserole in the pan ready to serve — Photo:
Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

Spring in the South is the unofficial kick off of outdoor party season with brunches and lunches filling up calendars. When planning our menus, we often think about our foolproof staples like simple tea sandwiches and seasonal quiches and frittatas. And while those are delicious ideas, don't forget about the spring brunch casseroles that can be reliable go-tos, too. They can be made ahead of time, serve a crowd, and are perfect for satisfying the breakfast crowd or "I think I am feeling lunch" guests who arrive at your gathering.

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Instant Pot Breakfast Casserole

Instant Pot Breakfast Casserole — Jennifer Causey; Food Styling: Loren Wood; Prop Styling: Christine Keely

Pull out the Instant Pot, and you'll have a casserole in no time. This effortless recipe is filled with breakfast favorites like eggs, sausage, potatoes, and cheese. It's fluffy, flavorful, and a great addition to the menu.

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Croissant Breakfast Casserole

croissant breakfast casserole — Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Torie Cox; Prop Stylist: Heather Chadduck Hillegas

Your buffet will likely have a basket filled with some of our favorite carbs, from cornbread muffins to flaky biscuits. But guests will be wowed and happy to dig into a casserole starring buttery croissants.

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Breakfast Enchiladas

Southern Living Breakfast Enchiladas in the casserole dish — Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley

This recipe is a fun addition to a mid morning affair, and only requires 20 minutes of hands-on time. Bonus: This casserole can also be made the night before your festivities. Prep a little area on the table for toppings, like salsa, guacamole, avocado slices, cilantro, and hot sauce.

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Party Potatoes

Party Potatoes - Southern Living — Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

Turn a blah brunch into a party with our famous Party Potatoes. Often referred to as Cheesy Potatoes or Potato-Cornflake Casserole (sounds yum, right?), these hearty, cheesy potatoes are a recipe everyone will love.

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Tater Tot 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

The crispy tater tot always has a place at our Southern gatherings, especially brunch. With just 15 minutes of active prep time, this can be whipped together quickly or made the night before, and will be a welcome addition to the tablescape.

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Cattle Drive Casserole

Southern Living Cattle Drive Casserole on a plate to serve — Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Marianne Williams, Prop Stylist: Tucker Vines

Don't be surprised if everyone asks for the recipe on the way home. This recipe will turn everyone into casserole lovers, thanks to the biscuit bottom, which acts as a nice base for a beefy mixture and layers of creamy mayonnaise, sour cream, and cheese.

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Biscuits And Gravy Casserole

Biscuits-and-Gravy Casserole Image — Southern Living

What's any gathering without a family favorite? The magic of a classic recipe i that it's just as perfect at a springtime brunch as a winter dinner. Guests won't skip this dish, which stars warm, tender biscuits and creamy sausage gravy.

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Hashbrown Casserole

Hashbrown Casserole — Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

Truth is, if you are hosting a brunch then you need potatoes. Skip the petite red potatoes and give your guests they will never forget. This casserole, which starts with frozen hashbrowns, will be remembered for its creamy, cheesy flavor.

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Pancake Casserole

Pancake Casserole — Caitlin Bensel

Pancakes are a breakfast favorite and this is a surprising idea for a brunch when you can't serve stacks. This playful twist on classic pancakes includes bread pudding for a fluffy, flavorful, and sweet dish.

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French Toast Casserole

Southern Living French Toast Casserole in the pan with a serving out — Victor Protasio, Food Stylist: Margaret Dickey

Cinnamon, maple, and sweet custard are showing up at brunch in the form of a casserole studded with walnuts. Be sure to have plenty of maple syrup for plenty of dunking.

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Cabbage Casserole

cabbage casserole in a white casserole dish with plates nearby — Will Dickey

If you're looking for a side that no one will expect, consider the cabbage. This casserole has a combination of flavors and textures and is a perfect choice for a spring affair.

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Million Dollar Chicken Casserole

Southern Living Million Dollar Chicken Casserole plated and ready to serve — Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer

The nice thing about brunch is you can serve a few breakfast and lunch favorites together in the spread. This creamy, chicken casserole is a great idea for something hearty but downright delicious.

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The Best Breakfast Casserole

Southern Living Best Breakfast Casserole in the pan ready to serve — Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

There's a reason the Southern Living Test Kitchen called this "The Best." So if you need a fast idea that hits all the right notes (meaty, starchy, cheesy), this recipe won't let you down.

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Old-School Squash Casserole

Southern Living Old School Squash Casserole in the dish after baking ready to serve — Fred Hardy II; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Christina Brockman

Some recipes never ever go out of style. Enter the Old-School Squash Casserole that wows with the creamy squash topped with a crispy, crunchy, buttery topping.

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Stuffed Ham-and-Cheese Croissant Casserole

Stuffed Ham-and-Cheese Croissant Casserole — Jennifer Causey; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Stylist: Missie Neville Crawford

Wouldn't it be a dream to have homemade sandwiches for all the guests? Ham and cheese? Done. Sausage and Cheddar? Coming right up. It's possible but also a bit time-consuming. Cue the casserole that brings the favorite flaky breakfast sandwich to life in a a satisfying casserole.

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Oven-Baked Buttermilk French Toast Recipe

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

This is not just a French Toast casserole, this is a recipe with a light and lemony zip thanks to the secret ingredient that every Southern has in their kitchen: buttermilk.

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Creamy Kale and Pasta Bake Recipe

Creamy Kale and Pasta Bake — Hector Manuel Sanchez

Sometimes the same chicken or pasta salad can be boring. Until now. This creamy pasta bake is filled with chunks of juicy roasted chicken, kale, and cheesy goodness,

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Cinnamon Roll Casserole

Cinnamon Roll Casserole — Antonis Achilleos

No matter the time you're hosting brunch, something sweet is required on the menu. With just a mere 15 minutes of prep time, you can bring the wonderful flavors of cinnamon rolls together in this warm and comforting casserole.

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Cowboy Casserole

Cowboy Casserole in a dish with a single serving on a plate — Robby Lozano; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall

You will win over guests with the Tater Tot topping. And no matter what else is on the brunch menu, there will always be room for a dish that includes ground beef, corn, shredded cheese, and those crispy, crunchy bite-size potatoes on top.

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Everything Bagel Casserole

Everything Bagel Casserole — Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist Prissy Lee

It's safe to say the everything bagel seasoning trend is here to stay. And we love how this recipe brings the flavors to life in this creamy, cheesy, sausage-packed casserole that is better than a bagel.

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