Cynthia L. Herzog 
Brunch and Easter go hand in hand, but it’s still a weekend and no one wants to spend all their free time in the kitchen. Keep it simple with a wonderful meal that won’t take up too much of your day. Here are 16 easy Easter brunch recipes that our readers love.
“This recipe is awesome. If you want to make bacon and eggs for a crowd, this is your recipe.
Geneviève Ko saves us all with this clever technique for bacon and eggs on a plate. Reader’s Tip: This also works with sliced bulk sausages.
“These are exceptional. First I made them with strawberries, today I make them with cherries.
Somewhere between a muffin and a scone, Jerrelle Guy’s cookies come together in about half an hour. No need to roll or cut!
Recipe: Strawberry cookies
“I made a double recipe for a party of 10 for brunch. This makes for a very easy egg dish, especially if you grate the cheese and cut the ham the night before.
Use challah, brioche, or crustless French or Italian bread for this incredibly simple and highly adaptable bread pudding from David Tanis. Experiment with different meats like pancetta or sausage, and vegetables, like sliced green onions or steamed or roasted broccoli.
“Did this tonight and it was amazing. Easy and effortless meal.
Yewande Komolafe’s ‘tomato eggs’, a popular dish in Lagos, Nigeria, and throughout West Africa, are comforting without being heavy. For a vegan version, replace the eggs with tofu.
“Stop what you are doing and DO THIS. They are exceptional!
Allysa Torey’s yeast-free cinnamon rolls come together in a total of 45 minutes. Prepare them with or without chopped pecans.
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Recipe: Easy cinnamon buns without yeast
“Make it with hash browns and frozen shallots. Old cheddar used. Served with hot sauce. I loved !”
This hearty hash from Lidey Heuck welcomes substitutions depending on how much time you have and what you have on hand. Just make sure everything is cut into ½ inch pieces so the veggies cook evenly and quickly.
“These are amazing and so easy! »
Store-bought puff pastry makes these fruity, creamy Von Diaz pastries deliciously doable. If you can’t find queso fresco en hoja or farmhouse cheese, use cream cheese.
“Delicious and easy! I substituted a can of diced tomatoes, which makes preparation even easier.
This popular Pakistani breakfast recipe with scrambled eggs and spicy potatoes from Zainab Shah is easy to prepare. Play around with different herbs and spices and try replacing the eggs with tofu for a vegan version.
“A delicious variation: when the bacon is half cooked, brush it with maple syrup. Mmmmm. »
From Ali Slagle comes the best splatter-proof way to make bacon for a crowd. You can also use parchment paper instead of aluminum foil.
Recipe: Bacon in the oven
“My kids considered these pancakes the best they’ve ever eaten. Light and fluffy, with a nice flavor.
With a lemony taste and an almost creamy texture, these tender crepes from Geneviève Ko get their sweetness from sugar flavored with lemon and vanilla. They are dreamy served with blueberry syrup, but just as delicious with traditional maple.
Recipe: Lemon and ricotta pancakes
“The best quiche I’ve ever made.”
No need to bother rolling out a crust for this quiche from Sarah Copeland. Simply combine the eggs, cream, milk and vegetables of your choice and pour into a greased casserole dish lined with grated cheese.
“I have researched and tried MANY blueberry muffin recipes and I have to say this was one of the best I have made. My daughter (10) had six. Yeah. Its good.”
Marian Burros brought this recipe to The Times in 1985, and it’s still the gold standard for blueberry muffins. Half a cup of berry puree should be added to the batter, resulting in a very moist muffin that will keep. (As if there would be leftovers.)
Recipe: Jordan Marsh Blueberry Muffins
“So very delicious. We didn’t have enough ramekins so we used shallow ovenproof coffee cups. Worked very well.
If you do not have sour cream, you can substitute full-fat Greek yogurt or sour cream in these baked eggs from Melissa Clark. They feel classy, but they aren’t fussy at all.
“I made this for Easter brunch and it was a huge hit!”
You must love a make-ahead brunch dish. This overnight French toast from Samantha Seneviratne requires a little prep the night before, and then all you have to do in the morning is pop this dish in the oven for about an hour.
Recipe: French toast overnight
“It’s easy and very pretty. I’ve used asparagus, cherry tomatoes and green onions and will definitely make these again!
Recipe: Any Vegetable Pie
Store-bought puff pastry makes this elegant pie from Melissa Clark a breeze. Use the freshest seasonal vegetables you can find and add five or six eggs for a heartier meal.
“Easy to prepare and delicious. We ate it with strawberries and whipped cream.
Light and tender, this citrus cake is typically served at tea time in Morocco. Serve it at brunch with strawberry jam on the side, or as a dessert, topped with whipped cream and sprinkled with chocolate shavings.
Recipe: Meskouta (Moroccan orange cake)
