18 Make-Ahead Casseroles For An Effortless Mother's Day Brunch

There's no shortage of sweet and savory recipes on this list.

Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole in a casserole dish and a scoop on a blue plate
Photo: Photographer: Jen Causey, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely, Food Stylist: Ana Kelly

A family brunch is a sweet way to celebrate all the moms in your life on Mother's Day. These make-ahead brunch casseroles will help keep the focus of Mother's Day on spending time with Mama and not about being in the kitchen. Whether you're looking for a recipe you can assemble a few days in advance to store in the refrigerator or would prefer a freezer-friendly option that can be made a few weeks before Mother's Day, we've got you covered.

From pancakes to quiches to French toast and more, there's no shortage of sweet and savory casseroles on this list that can be prepared in advance. Lean on these make-ahead recipes to help make Mother's Day brunch both delicious and easy to pull together.

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Sausage Gravy Casserole with Cheddar-Cornmeal Biscuits

Sausage Gravy Casserole with Cheddar-Cornmeal Biscuits
Greg Dupree; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

You can keep this casserole in the freezer for up to 2 months. Just allow it to thaw in the refrigerator for 24 hours before baking in the oven.

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Blueberry Pancake Breakfast Casserole

Blueberry Pancake Breakfast Casserole
Jennifer Causey

If she has a favorite berry that's different than blueberries, you can easily adjust this recipe to fit her taste. This casserole needs to chill for at least 8 hours, so it's the perfect make-ahead option.

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Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole in a casserole dish and a scoop on a blue plate
Photographer: Jen Causey, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely, Food Stylist: Ana Kelly

Pull this casserole together in just 15 minutes the day before brunch and let it chill in the refrigerator overnight. Then all you have to do is bake it the following day when it's time to celebrate Mama.

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Overnight French Toast Casserole with Bourbon-Maple Syrup

Orange-Vanilla French Toast Casserole with Bourbon-Maple Syrup
Antonis Achilleo; Prop Styling: Christine Keely; Food Styling: Tina Bell Stamos

Assemble this decadent casserole the night before and let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before popping it in the oven.

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Cheesy Sausage-and-Croissant Casserole

Cheesy Sausage-and-Croissant Casserole
Alison Miksch; Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas

This recipe was designed to chill overnight for 8 hours, so it's make-ahead friendly without any special tweaks. Just pop it in the oven when Mama is on her way over for brunch.

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Croissant Breakfast Casserole

Croissant Breakfast Casserole
Victor Protasio

Dijon, caramelized onions, and Fontina cheese make sure there is no shortage of flavor in this croissant casserole.

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Bacon-and-Cheddar Grits Quiche

Bacon-and-Cheddar Grits Quiche
Photo: Alison Miksch

This quiche is unlike any other—because the crust is made from grits.

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Breakfast Enchiladas

Breakfast Enchiladas

Hector Manuel Sanchez

Pull this hearty casserole together the day before and let it chill in the refrigerator overnight. Just let is stand at room temperature before baking as directed.

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Cheesy Ham, Corn, and Grits Bake

Cheesy Ham, Corn, and Grits Bake
Hector Manuel Sanchez

We think corn deserves a spot at every meal and it makes its way onto the brunch menu with this cheesy grits bake.

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Cinnamon Roll Casserole

Cinnamon Roll Casserole
Antonis Achilleos

We took the flavor of cinnamon rolls and turned it into a brunch-worthy casserole. Prepare it up to 24 hours in advance and let it chill overnight.

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Tater Tot Breakfast Bake

Tater Tot Breakfast Bake
Jennifer Causey

Both kids and adults will enjoy this breakfast bake that starts with a package of frozen tater tots.

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Oven-Baked Buttermilk French Toast

Oven-Baked Buttermilk French Toast
Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

Prepare this overnight casserole up to 24 hours in advance of cooking.

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Shrimp and Grits Casserole

Shrimp and Grits Casserole
Antonis Achilleo; Prop Styling: Christine Keely; Food Styling: Tina Bell Stamos

Treat Mama to the special meal she deserves this Mother's Day by putting this casserole version of classic shrimp and grits on the menu.

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Smoky Sausage-and-Grits Casserole

Smoky Sausage-and-Grits Casserole
Alison Miksch

This casserole can be stored in the refrigerator for up to four days before it's cooked.

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Banana Bread French Toast Casserole

Banana Bread French Toast Casserole
Jennifer Causey

Banana bread and French toast come together in this recipe for a sweet brunch recipe that's sure to impress Mama.

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Baked Oatmeal

Baked Oatmeal
Jennifer Causey

Adapt this recipe to use your family's favorite seasonal fruit and nuts.

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Mini Cheese Grits Casseroles

Mini Cheese Grits Casseroles
Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Torie Cox; Prop Styling: Heather Chadduck Hillegas

We love the look of serving this grits casserole in miniature ramekins, but you can prepare it in one 2-quart baking dish if you prefer.

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Poppy Seed Chicken

Classic Poppy Seed Chicken
Southern Living

Serve this heartier rice casserole alongside a fresh salad.

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