From hashbrown casserole to slow-cooker grits.
Here are 40 Southern breakfast and brunch ideas for you and your family to enjoy every morning.
It’s also make-ahead-able and freezer-friendly!
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Best-Ever Scones
Low on time or ingredients?
This 30-minute customizable recipe puts 8 melt-in-your-mouth scones on the table with minimal time and effort.
Whether you’re looking for savory or sweet, these scones are your answer.
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Frittatas are infinitely customizable, but the earthy flavors of spinach and mushroom bring this recipe stunning flavor.
Bonus they’re ready in 50 minutes, with only 25 minutes of active time.
Lemon drizzle and toasted almond slices add to the flavor and texture.
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A bag of frozen shredded hash browns can work wonders.
Pancake Casserole
Say hello to the easiest show-stopper of sweet breakfast foods.
The playful twist on pancake bakes is this warm, buttery perfection that the whole family will love.
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Top with fresh berries and powdered sugar.
If you’re anticipating a busy morning, you could prepare this fruit salad in advance.
Avoid spills and hot splatters by using this recipe.
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Season the bacon the day so it can absorb the rub.
Blueberry Streusel Muffins
Chop your berries them into small pieces to distribute them evenly through the muffin.
The muffin’s cornmeal crumble adds the ideal amount of texture and sweetness.
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Crustless Ham and Collard Greens Quiche
Avoid the mess of making a pie crust with this recipe.
Substitute your favorite cheese for the shredded pepper Jack if preferred.
Cinnamon Roll Waffles
Everyone needs a dependable waffle recipe under their belt.
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This one starts with a tube of store-bought cinnamon rolls.
Top with cream cheese and maple syrup glaze.
Fried Skillet Potatoes
This quintessential recipe works from brunch to dinner.
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Try using a spice combination of garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and chili powder.
This berry-studded recipe is as goodno, betterthan anything you’re free to get out there.
Using frozen blueberries means you’re free to make this breakfast treat any time of the year.
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Sausage Gravy and Biscuits
It’d be wrong to exclude this signature Southern dish.
We won’t tell if you pair it with frozen biscuits from time to time.
Baked Oatmeal
This hearty big-batch oatmeal recipe will feed you and your family many a breakfast.
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Pecans and apples add a nice crunch, while cinnamon and raisins give a touch of sweetness.
Top each helping with options like more nuts, berries, dried cranberries, or sliced bananas if desired.
Buttermilk Biscuits
We couldn’t leave this all-time best recipe off the list.
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Tender-soft and golden-topped, these buttermilk biscuits are Mama’s secret weapon to happy campers.
Each layer is buttery perfection.
These’ll disappear quicker than you’ve got the option to say, Bisquick.
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Cinnamon Roll Casserole
Get everything you love about cinnamon rolls and French toast without all the hassle.
The simplicity of a casserole is a breakfast game-changer.
Try the Orange-Apricot Bake for variety, including packaged orange yeast rolls and dried apricots.
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You won’t regret it.
Bacon Pancakes
Salty and sweet is a combination we’ll always enjoy.
Pour simple pancake batter over cooked bacon pieces for the sweet and savory mash-up of your dreams.
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Serve with maple syrup.
Create a rich and fluffy texture by incorporating sour cream or Greek yogurt into this dish.
Customize with vegetables, including sweet peppers and onions, if preferred.
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Prepare this dish in advance and freeze it until ready to serve on a busy weekday or weekend.
Let it warm to room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.
Plus, store-bought frozen biscuits make it simple to make in a jiff.
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This coffee cake features a cinnamon ripple that is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Ideal for breakfast, brunch, afternoon snack, or dessert.
Regarding ingredients, these melt-in-your-mouth rolls are simple to make.
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Use the zesty powdered sugar glaze to drizzle on top.
This brunch-worthy recipe pairs well with crispy, salty bacon, if we say so ourselves.
Serve immediately after baking.
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These cinnamon-sugar treats are ready in 40 minutes.
The Gruyere cheese alone makes us swoon.
Assemble and chill overnight to make morning preparations even more manageable.
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Breakfast Enchiladas
These enchiladas beat your same old omelette every time.
Garnish with halved grape tomatoes, sliced green onions, or fresh cilantro.
From there, blueberries and lemon make it burst with freshness.
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Serve this cake warm or at room temperature.
Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole
Create this kid-friendly dish with only 15 minutes of active prep time.
Assemble this casserole the night before, so all that’s needed the following morning is to bake.
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Top with a sprinkle of crumbled bacon.
Assemble the night before and leave it in the refrigerator overnight.
Create a light and cheesy bread pudding flavored with Dijon mustard and ground red pepper.
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Prepare your ingredients the night before to help make assembly easier the following morning.
One-Dish Blackberry French Toast
Line a lightly greased baking dish with bread cubes.
Sprinkle with a brown sugar mixture and keep the dish in the refrigerator for at least eight hours.
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Bake the following morning and top with whipped cream and maple syrup.
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