Brunch is a great way to spend quality time with friends and family. When everyone brings a dish, brunch potlucks gather loved ones together while keeping things super simple. (The best part? You can sleep in!) These Easy Brunch Potluck Ideas include sweet recipes and savory options, so there's something delicious for everyone to enjoy!
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👉🏻 Tips for Hosting an Easy Brunch Potluck
- Keep It Simple – Encourage guests to bring easy-to-make or make-ahead dishes.
- Mix It Up – Serve a variety of dishes: sweet, savory, drinks, and sides.
- Plan for Dietary Needs – Include gluten-free, vegetarian, and keto options, depending on your guests.
- Have a Signature Drink – Include a fun brunch drink like mimosas or a mocktail.
🍩 Sweet Brunch Ideas
Sour Cream Cinnamon Rolls
Always a crowd-pleaser, Sour Cream Cinnamon Rolls are soft, fluffy, and gooey. This simple recipe only needs one rise, so it's faster than most other homemade cinnamon rolls—score!
Easy Crescent Roll Cream Cheese Danishes
Made in under 20 minutes, my Crescent Roll Cream Cheese Danish recipe is one of those easy breakfast potluck ideas that'll impress everyone! Plus, you can make 'em look festive for holiday brunches, too.
Texas Kolache
Sweet and buttery dough is the base for these delicious Fruit Kolaches. This authentic Texas-Czech recipe might be an unexpected breakfast potluck idea, so it's sure to stand out—and everyone will want second helpings!
Apricot White Chocolate Scones
Apricot White Chocolate Scones take about a half hour to make and have a mouthwatering, crumbly texture. My easy recipe helps you make 'em flaky and perfect—plus, you can use whatever dried fruit you like!
3-Ingredient Pumpkin Muffins
This is one of those make-ahead breakfast recipes you'll want to save! Easy, 3-Ingredient Pumpkin Muffins come out moist every time and have delicious fall flavor, thanks to a box of spice cake mix. You can add chocolate chips for extra flavor.
Air Fryer Donuts
Air Fryer Donuts are better than bakery ones and take just ten minutes to make. Plus, you only need four ingredients—three of which you probably already have. It's a breakfast-food game-changer you'll crave weekly!
Hawaiian Banana Nut Bread
Quick bread gets a delicious upgrade in this moist and flavorful Hawaiian Banana Nut Bread. Macadamia nuts, pineapple, and coconut add tropical flavor to a breakfast classic. (Pro Tip: make it in a muffin tin for easier serving!)
🍳 Savory Brunch Recipe Ideas
Burrito Breakfast Casserole
Perfect for feeding a large crowd, Burrito Breakfast Casserole has a Tex-Mex twist everyone will love. Featuring sausage, salsa, peppers, onions, and tortillas, this easy recipe takes breakfast burritos to a whole new level.
Cheese and Sausage Quiche
Searching for savory recipes that always hit the mark? Pick this Cheese and Sausage Quiche. With fluffy egg custard and a Southwestern kick, this delicious breakfast is tasty and easy. (PS—use spicy sausage if you like heat!)
Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole
Naturally a gluten-free brunch recipe, Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole has it all: ham, veggies, loads of cheese, and perfectly crisp potato puffs. This quick-prep recipe is truly the perfect dish for your next brunch potluck!
Monte Cristo Casserole
With sweet, smoky, and savory flavors, fans of the famous sandwich will love this easy-to-assemble Monte Cristo Casserole. You can even prep it the night before and bake it the next morning for a nice, relaxing brunch.
Crockpot Christmas Breakfast Casserole
One of my family's breakfast favorites, Crockpot Christmas Breakfast Casserole, cooks overnight, so it's ready to go when you wake up. It has fluffy eggs, savory sausage, cheese, and hash browns in every mouthwatering bite.
Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza
Sausage Gravy Breakfast Pizza takes just a half hour to make and is a fantastic breakfast idea for busy mornings or crowded potlucks. Plus, it's made with buttery crescent roll dough to keep prep extra simple.
Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole
My copycat Cracker Barrel Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole pleases a crowd. It's packed with flavor and, of course, lots of cheese. Plus, like most casserole dishes, it's easy to make ahead and freeze!
🥂Brunch Drinks
Southern Coffee Punch
Chocolate milkshake meets iced mocha in this delicious and refreshing Coffee Punch. It's a Southern classic and only takes ten minutes to whip up. Your potluck brunch won't be the same without it!
Lavender Punch
Lavender Punch tastes refreshing, bubbly, and citrusy. The floral flavor is balanced beautifully with ginger ale and lemon. Your best option is to make a big bowl and set it next to fancy glasses—so easy, and guests can serve themselves.
Midnight Kiss Cocktail
Make it sweet or dry—this festive Midnight Kiss Cocktail steals the show any time of year. It's made with vodka and champagne, a bit of blue curacao, and some lemon for a fizzy, refreshing beverage.
Tiffany Blue Sparkler
Tiffany Blue Sparkler cocktails will complement all of your favorite breakfast ideas. It's sweet and tropical with a bubbly finish—just like your favorite mimosa, but better!
White Russian Christmas Cookie Cocktail
Perfect for holiday brunch, White Russian Christmas Cookie Cocktails are an adults-only version of the classic holiday dessert. Creamy and not too sweet, this easy brunch cocktail doesn't even need a shaker!
Spiked Mexican Hot Chocolate
Rum and coconut vodka are the star players in this tasty Spiked Mexican Hot Chocolate. It's got a bit of heat and a deliciously smooth chocolate flavor—the perfect recipe for a cozy brunch potluck.
Cranberry Whiskey Sour
This Cranberry Whiskey Sour recipe tastes like the classic cocktail but with a festive holiday twist. Cranberry and orange complement the bourbon flavor and make this proper drink feel more brunch-y.
🥞 More Great Brunch Potluck Ideas
Looking for even more delicious recipes for your brunch potluck? We've got you covered.
- Spicy Eggs in Purgatory combines sunny-side-up eggs with rich tomato sauce—best served with hearty slices of bread!
- A breakfast classic made easier, Crispy Cinnamon French Toast Bake is one of those crowd-pleasing dishes you can prep overnight.
- Everyone loves an egg bake, especially when it's a brunch staple—try this Overnight Eggs Benedict Casserole with cubed English muffins.
- Chicken and Waffle Casserole only requires five ingredients and is simple to throw together. Don't forget the hot sauce!
- Crispy bacon, fluffy eggs, and savory cheese on sweet rolls—Hawaiian Roll Breakfast Sliders hit the spot and please a crowd.
- There are a lot of different takes on breakfast casseroles, but Everything Bagel Make Ahead Casserole stands out and satisfies.
- This Hash Brown Crust Bacon and Cheddar Quiche is naturally gluten-free, so it's a great option for brunch potlucks!
- Easy to prep but impressive-looking, Smoked Salmon Bagel Dip is a fun addition to your next brunch potluck spread.
- Breakfast Rolls made from crescent dough are a delicious savory pastry filled with sausage, bacon, eggs, and cheese.
- Prepped in just ten minutes, this easy Cinnamon Roll Casserole is great for potlucks, especially if you want to try a bite of every dish!
- Baked Ham and Cheese Croissants are as good for brunch as they are for easy weeknight dinners—I love the buttery poppy seeds!
- Another play on hash brown crusts: this Gruyere and Prosciutto Quiche is naturally gluten-free and flavor-rich!
- Easy to freeze and even easier to eat, these Mini Quiches have four flavor variations, so your guests will have plenty to enjoy.
- Tiny Avocado Toast is a great potluck brunch dish or appetizer. They're so cute and toast-ally delicious.
- Don't forget your maple syrup—Make Ahead Pancake Casserole is a fun way to serve everyone's favorite breakfast treat to a crowd.
- Versatile and easy, Sheet Pan Eggs are perfect served as-is, layered over potatoes, or even on breakfast sandwiches.
- Lemon Blueberry Cream Cheese Coffee Cake features fresh fruit and an irresistible crumbly streusel topping.
- Made with fresh strawberries and bananas, Baked Oatmeal is nutritious, hearty, and so flavorful.
- Chocolate French Toast Casserole is decadent and rich, so it's the perfect treat for a celebratory brunch potluck or holiday breakfast.
🍽️ How to Make It All Come Together
Now that you've got your menu planned, the tricky part is over. (And it really wasn't that tricky, after all, right?!)
Decorate simply
Give your brunch potluck a little zhuzh with simple decorations. You don't need to go too elaborate—just a few elements for a festive touch:
- Fresh flowers in pretty vases or mason jars tied with ribbon
- Non-scented (or flameless) candles in different sizes/votives
- Clean tablecloths
- Burlap or tulle as a festive table runner
- A brunch-themed banner or balloons
- Matching/themed disposable cups, plates, and napkins (if not using reusable dishware)
Coordinate carefully
To tie everything together, be sure to coordinate a little with guests to ensure you end up with a variety of dishes. As much as everyone loves cinnamon rolls, you wouldn't want to have three sweet casseroles and no protein to be found!
Simply ask guests to let you know what they plan to bring when they RSVP. You could also take the initiative and ask for something specific, like an egg-based savory dish or a sweet dish with fruit.
Prepare in advance
Finally, when the day arrives, prepare in advance for easy setup. Some people like to use a buffet-style serving table. Simply clear off a table or counter space and let friends know to place their dishes there as they arrive. (Don't forget to leave extra space for serving utensils, napkins, etc.)
You could also set up food stations to encourage mingling and prevent a bottleneck near your main food area. For example, assign one table to sweet brunch items, another for savory, and a final drink spot. Just be sure each station is stocked with plates/cups, napkins, silverware, and condiments.
It's best to position these tables near outlets if you anticipate having any slow cookers. Be sure the cords are out of the way (tucked in between a table and wall, for example) and not a trip hazard.
📞 The last word
This collection of the best easy brunch potluck ideas will surely please your family and friends—and you! Since they're great for crowds and easy to prep ahead of time, they make hosting stress-free. That way, you can spend more time enjoying your loved ones.
Try a few of these brunch recipes for your next gathering. They're perfect for a celebratory meal, holiday get-together, girl's day, birthday brunch, and more.
Did I miss your favorite? Which recipes from this list are you excited about? Share your favorite brunch potluck ideas with me in the comments.
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