21 Overnight Breakfast Recipes to Make Your Morning Easier

Wake up on the right side of the bed with these make-ahead recipes.

close up view of Overnight Cinnamon Rolls in a white baking dish, and a Cinnamon Roll on a plate
Photo: Mackenzie Schieck

Like waking up to a delicious, filling breakfast — but aren't exactly a morning person? Wake up on the right side of the bed with these overnight breakfast ideas. From crowd-pleasing casseroles and holiday-perfect cinnamon rolls to healthy overnight oats and smoothie bowls, you're going to want to bookmark these overnight breakfast recipes.

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Loaded Overnight Breakfast Casserole

Loaded Overnight Breakfast Casserole

"A versatile loaded overnight breakfast casserole dish that can be easy to prep, (pre-cooked meats, pre-shredded cheese) and be made more wholesome (fat-free dairy, turkey breakfast meats)." —SouthernMaster

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Ham and Cheese Overnight Breakfast Casserole

Ham and Cheese Overnight Breakfast Casserole

"As a novice, this was very easy to follow, make, and reheat the leftovers. The option to prepare in advance makes this a great tasting breakfast for someone that is on the run." —Billy V

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Overnight Breakfast Bake with Ham, Cheese, and Croissants

ham and cheese breakfast bake squares on plate
Bibi

"This overnight breakfast casserole is just the right size for smaller families." —Bibi

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Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats

Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats
Yoly

"These overnight oats are chock full of flavor, appealing to everyone, and almost hands-off. This is the perfect take-along breakfast!" —HurdBird

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Overnight French Toast Casserole

Overnight French Toast Casserole
Tammy Lynn

"This is a breakfast casserole that you can prepare the night before and bake in the morning. It has a wonderful flavor, and is sure to become a family favorite." —Tina Young

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Overnight Cinnamon Rolls

close up view of Overnight Cinnamon Rolls in a white baking dish, and a Cinnamon Roll on a plate
Mackenzie Schieck

"I've made a lot of cinnamon rolls in my day. I was pressed for time, and decided to try the overnight rising in the fridge concept. I was quite skeptical, but it worked like a charm." —Gymrat

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Overnight Slow Cooker Breakfast Casserole

Overnight Slow Cooker Breakfast Casserole
Allrecipes

"This recipe is very versatile, so many ways to prepare using basics recipe. It's a keeper, for sure." —Holly Knowles

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Easy Overnight Pancake Casserole with Streusel Topping

pancakes folded on a sheet pan topped with streusel topping
Allrecipes

"The pancakes absorb the custardy mixture, resulting in a bread pudding-like consistency. The crunchy streusel topping is a nice contrast." —Nicole McLaughlin

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Overnight Blueberry French Toast

Overnight Blueberry French Toast
Melissa Goff

"This blueberry French toast casserole is made the night before for a very delicious holiday breakfast or brunch. It's filled with the fresh taste of blueberries, and covered with a rich blueberry sauce to make it one-of-a-kind!" —KARAN1946

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Make-Ahead Breakfast Casserole

Make Ahead Breakfast Casserole

"So good and so easy! Happened to have everything on hand. Was perfect for Sunday brunch. My husband and picky kids had second helpings. —Jessica Preski

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Overnight Oats Blueberry Smoothie Bowl

Overnight Oats Blueberry Smoothie Bowl
barbara

"I combined overnight oats with blueberries, banana, and almond vanilla milk and turned it into a yummy blueberry smoothie bowl!" —barbara

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Best Breakfast Casserole

a square of sausage and egg casserole with a crescent roll base, topped with Cheddar and green onions, served on a white square plate with strawberries and cantaloupe behind it
lutzflcat

"My family loved this casserole. It was easy, good consistency, and there was not a bite left. It will be my go-to breakfast casserole." —Lisa Holt

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Teena's Overnight Southern Buttermilk Biscuits

Teena's Overnight Southern Buttermilk Biscuits
Solenis

"I'm a Southern girl and these are the ultimate buttermilk biscuits. They're easy to make and, the best part is, you put the dough in the fridge the night before to let them rise extra high!" —LAGIRL

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Overnight Asparagus Mushroom Strata

overhead shot of mushroom and asparagus strata baked in a glass baking pan
mike m

"This asparagus strata recipe is one of my mom's best ideas. It is a colorful make-ahead dish that combines toasted English muffins with layers of cheese, mushrooms, and asparagus. It makes brunch a breeze!" —Shaheen Gemanis

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Apple Raisin French Toast Strata

Apple Raisin French Toast Strata

"A simple but elegant way to make breakfast fast. Put together the night before, and bake while you're in the shower. Serve with lots of extra maple syrup!" —TerrieS

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Farmer's Casserole

Farmer's Casserole

"I love this recipe! So easy and can be made the night before and just reheated. Great for busy mornings." —cathy

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Eggs Benedict Casserole

Eggs Benedict Casserole
Allrecipes

"Will make this for Christmas breakfast instead of traditional eggs Benedict — so much easier and all the same great tastes!" —katiebuk

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Bagel and Cheese Bake

Bagel and Cheese Bake

"This recipe is made the night before and popped in the oven in the morning. A great homemade breakfast sandwich taste in a casserole form." —MUSE

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Make-Ahead Breakfast Bars

Make-Ahead Breakfast Bars

"Super quick, super comforting, and super easy to double for extra freezer stock! It’s a great hearty breakfast recipe that the whole family can grab and go out the door on rushed mornings, or for older kids to make themselves on the weekends with minimal supervision." —LazyFoodieGirl

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Overnight Chia Oats

overnight oats with chia and strawberries

Rita

"This is a great weekday breakfast. I make several at a time and keep them in the refrigerator for a quick and satisfying breakfast." —Bluedini

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Overnight Eggnog French Toast

Overnight eggnog French toast served on plate.

ALLRECIPES / BAHAREH NAITI

"This overnight eggnog French toast is delicious, full of flavor, and so easy — it'll become a Christmas morning tradition!" —Tillie'sHeadCook

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