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Easter morning is all about gathering around the table with something warm and a little special. These Easter brunch recipes are filled with classic holiday favorites, baked treats, and savory dishes that make hosting easy and joyful.

From fluffy pancakes and sweet rolls to traditional Easter breads and hearty bites, this roundup has everything you need to create a beautiful spring brunch spread that everyone will love.

Meaningful Easter Breads & Traditions

These classic bakes are steeped in Easter symbolism and tradition! They’re the kind of recipes that are extra special to make and pass down year after year.

Every Easter our family makes these sweet empty tomb rolls where the marshmallow melts down to a caramel sauce that's amazing!
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Empty Tomb Rolls

Warm, buttery, and filled with a sweet surprise, empty tomb rolls are a fun and meaningful addition to an Easter brunch. They’re simple to make and a special way to share the story of Easter
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Hot Cross Buns

Lightly spiced, and dotted with sweet fruit, hot cross buns are a classic Easter brunch favorite. They pair perfectly with butter, jam, and fresh squeezed OJ.
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Homemade Cinnamon Rolls

Filled with gooey cinnamon sugar, these homemade cinnamon rolls are a must-have for any Easter brunch spread.
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Easy Italian Easter Bread

Soft, lightly sweet, and beautifully braided, Italian Easter bread is a classic. Its tender texture and festive look make it perfect for sharing.
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Sweet Spring Brunch Favorites

Light, cheerful, and perfect for a relaxed holiday morning, these sweet treats bring bright flavors and the right amount of indulgence to your Easter table.

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Best Buttermilk Pancakes

Light, fluffy, and perfectly golden, these buttermilk pancakes are a brunch classic that everyone loves.
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Orange Sweet Rolls

These orange rolls are sunshine in breakfast form. Their fresh flavor and soft texture make them a cheerful addition to an Easter morning table.
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4.24 from 30 votes

Raspberry Sweet Rolls

Soft, pillowy, and swirled with bright raspberry filling, these sweet rolls bring a fresh, fruity touch to any Easter brunch.
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A photo of a stack of four carrot cake pancakes with a thick white cream cheese sauce poured over the top with a few chopped pecans and shredded carrots on top.
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Carrot Cake Pancakes

Warmly spiced and filled with springy carrot cake flavor. They’re a festive addition for brunch.
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Savory Brunch Crowd-Pleasers

Because every Easter spread needs something hearty, these savory bites balance out all the sweets and keep everyone happily fueled for egg hunts and family time.

A few weeks ago I was making our apple pie scones and suddenly had the brilliant idea of making a savory version, easy ham and cheese scones! ohsweetbasil.com
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Easy Ham and Cheese Scones

Wonderfully airy puff pastry bites deliver big flavor with very little effort.
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Cinnamon Roll Pigs in a Blanket Dunkers

Soft cinnamon roll dough wrapped around savory sausage creates a playful mashup that both delicious and unexpected!
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5 from 1 vote

Monte Cristo Puffs

These golden bites bring that classic sweet-and-savory Monte Cristo flavor in a fun, party-friendly form. With melty cheese, savory ham, and a lightly crisp exterior.
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Ham and Cheese Puffs

wonderfully airy puff pastry bites deliver big flavor with very little effort. They'll disappears almost as soon as they hit the table.
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Whether you’re hosting a big family gathering or keeping things simple at home, these Easter brunch recipes make it easy to create a table that festive and springy. Mix and match a few sweet treats with savory favorites, and you’ll have a spread that keeps everyone coming back.

4.38 from 77 votes

Empty Tomb Rolls

By Carrian Cheney
Prep10 minutes
Cook15 minutes
Total40 minutes
Servings12
Every Easter our family makes these sweet empty tomb rolls (aka resurrection rolls) where the marshmallow melts down to a caramel sauce inside the roll. This is one of our all-time favorite Easter recipes!
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Ingredients 

  • 12 Rhodes Rolls, (or homemade dough or crescent roll dough)
  • 12 Marshmallows, (normal sized)
  • ½ Cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon Ground Cinnamon
  • Cup Butter, melted

Instructions 

  • Heat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a baking dish (9×13-inch or 9-inch round) or a muffin tin.
  • Mix the sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
    ½ Cup Granulated Sugar, 1 Tablespoon Ground Cinnamon
  • Press the dough out into a circle. Roll a marshmallow in the butter and then the cinnamon sugar and place on the dough.
    12 Rhodes Rolls, 12 Marshmallows, ⅓ Cup Butter
  • Pinch the circle closed around the marshmallow and roll the dough in the butter and cinnamon sugar.
  • Place in the baking dish.
  • Repeat until you’ve used all the dough.
  • Let rest 15 minutes and then bake for 15 minutes or until golden.
  • Serve immediately.

Recipe Notes

Store covered at room temperature for 2-3 days.

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