Easter Brunch Guide

Easter Brunch is one of the most beloved holiday meals of the year

Also called Resurrection Sunday or Pascha, Easter is one of the most important days in the Christian faith commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.

Easter Brunch is all about pastel colors, fresh flowers (tulips, lilies, hyacinths), and a light, airy table setting. Many hosts incorporate Easter egg hunts for kids before or after the meal, making it a full morning-into-afternoon event.

In 2026, the celebrating of Easter is on Sunday April 5.

FOOD

Easter Brunch menus tend to feature a mix of sweet and savory:
Savory staples — Ham (often glazed with honey or brown sugar) is the centerpiece. Quiche, eggs Benedict, frittatas, smoked salmon, and deviled eggs, (see a recipe below), are perennial favorites.
Breads & pastries — Hot cross buns, croissants, scones, and braided Easter bread are traditional. Pancakes and French toast casseroles are crowd-pleasers for families with kids.
Spring sides — Fresh fruit salads, asparagus, roasted carrots, and spring pea dishes reflect the season’s produce.
Sweets — Carrot cake is the quintessential Easter dessert. Lemon tarts, coconut cake, and anything pastel-colored and egg-shaped also make appearances.

Check out:
• Best Easter Brunch Restaurants Near You

SAVORY
• Dairy-free Deviled Eggs Recipe
• Smoked Salmon Recipe with Cream Cheese on Rye Canapés

SWEET
• French Toast Recipe
• Sourdough Buttermilk Pancake Recipe
•Vegan Chocolate Mousse Cake

MORE RECIPES
Ideas for Easter Brunch Recipes