35 Make-Ahead Breakfast & Brunch Recipes That’ll Let You Hit Snooze

Published 12/21/2020

Serve up a decadent French toast or an over-the-top egg bake with these clever recipes assembled the night before. Whether you’re looking for something sweet, savory or single-serving, there’s a recipe for you among Betty’s best make-ahead breakfast and brunch recipes. Go ahead and hit that snooze button again because when you prep one of these tasty recipes the night before, you can rest easy and still pull off an impressively delicious brunch!

Savory Make-Ahead Breakfast Recipes

Impossibly Easy Bacon, Egg and Tot Bake (With Make-Ahead Directions)
4.3 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 92 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 55 min
Ingredients: 9
Servings: 8
Crispy tots for breakfast? Yes, please! This impossibly easy egg bake has all the ingredients that add up to a family-friendly brunch casserole—and it all starts with your trusty box of Bisquick™.
Impossibly Easy Mexican Chorizo Breakfast Bake (With Make-Ahead Directions)
4.4 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 26 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 55 min
Ingredients: 10
Servings: 6
What could be better than a sizzling Southwest breakfast done right in your skillet? This make-ahead bake is big on flavor but low in effort— don’t forget the fresh toppings like avocado, chopped tomatoes, salsa, hot sauce and more!
Ham and Cheese Croissant Casserole
4.3 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 28 reviews.
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 9 hr 30 min
Ingredients: 10
Servings: 6
A ham and cheese croissant is one of life's greatest pleasures—turn it into a casserole and you’ve opened a whole new world of breakfast possibilities! Flaky croissants, melty swiss cheese, savory ham and fluffy eggs make this make-ahead recipe one you’ll turn to again and again.
Do-Ahead Breakfast Bake
3.8 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 681 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 9 hr 5 min
Ingredients: 9
Servings: 12
This tried-and-true egg bake has everything you could ever want in a morning pick-me-up. Ham, potatoes, chopped veggies, cheddar cheese and eggs—it’s truly an all-in-one breakfast. Just add a cup of coffee or a glass of orange juice and brunch is served!
Mediterranean Egg Casserole
5.0 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 4 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 1 hr 30 min
Ingredients: 16
Servings: 8
Made in your 13x9 and infused with fresh Mediterranean flavors thanks to olives, artichokes and sun-dried tomatoes, this crowd-sized dish could pass as breakfast, brunch or even dinner.
Slow-Cooker Bacon, Smoked Cheddar and Egg Casserole
4.0 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 24 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 4 hr 35 min
Ingredients: 10
Servings: 8
Let your slow cooker swoop in and take over brunch! This casserole is loaded with breakfast foods favorites like melty cheddar cheese, crusty bread, crisp bacon and eggs.
Southwestern Egg Casserole
4.5 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 17 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 1 hr 30 min
Ingredients: 12
Servings: 8
Perfect for Christmas brunch or any morning when lots of hungry guests are in the house, this casserole bakes in your 13x9 and can be assembled the night before so all you have to do in the morning is pop it in the oven until it’s hot and bubbly!
Overnight Egg-Sausage Bake
4.3 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 112 reviews.
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 9 hr 10 min
Ingredients: 7
Servings: 6
All it takes to achieve this classic breakfast dish is your trusty box of Bisquick™ and a few basic ingredients like eggs, cheddar cheese and sausage. Don’t overthink it—everyone will love this recipe.
Impossibly Easy Breakfast Bake (Crowd Size)
4.5 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 805 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 1 hr 10 min
Ingredients: 9
Servings: 12
This big-batch breakfast bake is so quick and easy to throw together—just 20 minutes of prep! Make this crowd-pleasing dish for Christmas brunch, a casual weekend gathering or anything in between. We promise once your crowd gets a taste of this recipe, they’ll want you to make it every time!
Gluten-Free Impossibly Easy Breakfast Bake
4.5 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 78 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 55 min
Ingredients: 9
Servings: 12
For all your gluten-free eaters, this is the perfect breakfast bake! It’ll become your new go-to recipe and one you’ll make on repeat for many cozy weekend mornings to come!
Double Bacon Bagel Egg Casserole
4.4 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 20 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 1 hr 35 min
Ingredients: 11
Servings: 8
Bagels for breakfast are a total no brainer. Put them in a casserole with melty cheese, eggs and bacon and you’ve got yourself a breakfast bake that’s destined to be a huge hit.
Impossibly Easy Bacon Pie
4.5 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 155 reviews.
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 1 hr 5 min
Ingredients: 7
Servings: 6
Top-rated and for good reason, this breakfast dish is truly easy as pie. All you need is a handful of ingredients, 20 minutes of prep time and your pie plate for a deliciously simple brunch!
Ham and Mushroom Egg Casserole
4.9 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 7 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 1 hr 30 min
Ingredients: 12
Servings: 8
Boasting five-stars and outstanding reviews, this ham and mushroom egg casserole is begging to be served at your Christmas brunch. Made with challah bread for a golden glow and a decadent taste, this recipe will be in your breakfast rotation before you know it.
Cheesy Sausage and Egg Bake
4.3 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 289 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 11
Servings: 12
Prep this cheesy masterpiece the night before a big brunch or holiday feast and pop it in the oven for half an hour until golden brown. Pairs perfectly with monkey bread and mimosas!
Bacon and Hash Brown Egg Bake
4.0 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 148 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 9 hr 40 min
Ingredients: 11
Servings: 12
Two thumbs up, five stars, top-rated, however you give reviews, this recipe is bound to receive rave ones. Hearty, cheesy and crowd-pleasing, this breakfast dish is one you’ll want to make every single weekend!
Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole
4.6 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 136 reviews.
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 9 hr 30 min
Ingredients: 11
Servings: 8
Everything you love about a traditional breakfast—eggs, potatoes and sausage—all baked in your 13x9 for a casserole that’s sure win over your whole crowd.
Brunch Casserole
4.9 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 10 reviews.
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 9 hr 20 min
Ingredients: 11
Servings: 8
Can you say keeper? This recipe can be prepared in just 20 minutes and is packed with all the essential breakfast ingredients like hash browns, cheddar cheese, sausage and veggies. Don’t wait to make this classic brunch casserole!
Do-Ahead Sausage Breakfast Bake
4.5 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 17 reviews.
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 9 hr 25 min
Ingredients: 9
Servings: 12
Easy and completely delicious, once you make this breakfast bake, we think you’ll be adding it to your list of weekend traditions. Flavorful sausage, crispy hash browns, melty cheddar cheese and your favorite pancake mix make this cozy casserole one you’ll turn to again and again.
Make-Ahead Eggs Benedict Casserole
3.8 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 19 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 3 hr 0 min
Ingredients: 12
Servings: 8
Eggs Benedict for a crowd? We didn’t think it could be done until this brunch-ready casserole came along. English muffins, Canadian bacon and eggs are topped with a dreamy hollandaise sauce and fresh chives for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s sure to become a new family favorite!

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Sweet Make-Ahead Breakfast Recipes

Caramel Upside-Down French Toast
4.2 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 5 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 55 min
Ingredients: 8
Servings: 8
Hunker down with this cozy twist on French toast! Made in your skillet with just seven simple ingredients, this caramel-y upside-down breakfast is delicious with fresh berries and whipped cream!
Overnight French Toast
4.0 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 22 reviews.
Prep time: 55 min
Total time: 8 hr 55 min
Ingredients: 12
Servings: 8
This French toast is just about as fuss-free as it gets. Prep it the night before and in the morning, fire up the griddle and go to town! Don’t skimp on the tangy and citrus-y glaze that takes this breakfast dish over the top.
Impossibly Easy Banana Bread Coffee Cake
4.5 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 109 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 13
Servings: 12
Got extra bananas lying around? Make coffee cake! This impossibly easy recipe is a mash-up between banana bread and coffee cake resulting in the perfect breakfast—serve with a drizzle of maple syrup.
Caramel-Pecan Sticky Rolls
4.5 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 47 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 40 min
Total time: 3 hr 15 min
Ingredients: 15
Servings: 15
Better than a bakery? We’ll let you decide. These iconic sticky rolls will be gobbled up so quick, it’s worth making a double batch from the get-go.
Apple Dumpling French Toast Bake
4.7 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 23 reviews.
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 11
Servings: 8
If you’re looking for the perfect fall breakfast, this is it. Apples, sugar and vanilla are sautéed until tender and caramelized. Combine the rest of your ingredients and bake this autumnal dish in your 13x9 for a breakfast treat you’ll turn to again and again.
Overnight Blueberry-Lemon-Cream Cheese French Toast
4.0 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 28 reviews.
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 3 hr 0 min
Ingredients: 8
Servings: 12
Blueberry and lemon are the better-together flavor combo you’ve been missing. Baked in your 13x9, this easy French toast breakfast is sure to be a keeper!
Bananas Foster French Toast
4.2 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 26 reviews.
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 9 hr 10 min
Ingredients: 7
Servings: 8
Made with just seven ingredients, this tasty twist on French toast is one you won’t want to miss. Sliced bananas, chopped pecans, sweet maple syrup and cinnamon-swirled bread create a breakfast bake that’s truly irresistible.
Strawberry-Banana Crepes
4.4 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 57 reviews.
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 8
Servings: 12
Crepes can be easy when you start with Bisquick™. In just 25 minutes you can have restaurant-style crepes in the comfort of your very own home—don’t skimp on fresh strawberries and bananas!

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Single-Serving Make-Ahead Breakfast Recipes

Make-Ahead Breakfast Burritos
4.7 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 17 reviews.
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 8 hr 40 min
Ingredients: 8
Servings: 8
This grab-and-go breakfast burrito will be the time-saving hack you wish you knew about sooner. Prep a batch at the start of the week and you’ve got a week’s worth of fast and filling morning fuel.
Freezer Breakfast Sandwiches
4.6 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 16 reviews.
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 6
Servings: 6
There’s nothing quite like two English muffins sandwiched between a fluffy egg, melty cheddar cheese and a slice of Canadian bacon. Stock your freezer with a batch of these sandwiches and never worry about weekday breakfast again!
Make-Ahead Breakfast Bites
3.8 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 18 reviews.
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 8
Servings: 12
Muffin tins are the secret to creating these all-in-one breakfast bites. Eggs, ham and cheese are snuggled in a biscuit muffin cup that’s perfect for brunch or busy on-the-go mornings.
Mini Quiches
3.9 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 82 reviews.
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 10
Servings: 24
These bite-sized quiches are just about the easiest way to entertain and host a brunch. With just a few basic ingredients and 30 minutes of prep, these brunch-ready quiches can be yours!
Impossibly Easy Mini Breakfast Sausage Pies
4.5 out of 5 stars, average rating value out of 136 reviews.
Kitchen Tested
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 55 min
Ingredients: 9
Servings: 6
Top-rated and totally delicious, these mini breakfast pies are sure to please your hungry morning crowd. With just 15 minutes of prep, these warm and cheesy breakfast bites are simply the best!

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