3 Effortless Brunch at Home Ideas 🥂🍳

It’s always fun to go out for brunch in Myrtle Beach, but staying in can be even better. Just like a happy hour at home. With the right mix of great music, delicious food, and brunch cocktails that wow, you can host a brunch that’s just as fun as any local spot—without waiting for a table. The secret? Keeping the menu simple and the vibes high.

Here are brunch at home ideas that are effortless, delicious, and sure to impress your guests.

1. Easy Brunch Cocktails That Impress 🍹

No brunch is complete without a festive drink in hand. Skip the complicated mixology and keep it simple with these crowd-pleasers:

Mimosa Bar: Set out orange juice, cranberry juice, and prosecco with a selection of fresh fruit like berries and citrus slices.
Spicy Bloody Marys: Stock up on Charleston Bloody Mary Mix for a blend of tomato and spice that’s ready to pour. Garnish with pickled okra, olives, and candied bacon for a Southern twist.
Peach Bellinis: Just blend frozen peaches with prosecco for a fruity, refreshing option.
Brunch wines: a few brunch wines you can find at Target:
- Simi Rosé
- Ferrari Carano Fume Blanc
- Mumm Napa Brut (or any sparkling wine!)
- Sofia Rosé (the bottle is so pretty!)
- Whispering Angel Rosé (probably my favorite French rosé – dry and perfect for food!)

2. Simple Yet Delicious Brunch Food 🥞

The key to an effortless brunch is a menu that’s tasty but doesn’t keep you in the kitchen all morning. Try these easy options:

Bagel Board: Arrange bagels, cream cheese, smoked salmon, and fresh veggies like cucumber and tomatoes for a DIY experience.
Breakfast Casserole: Prep a sausage, egg, and cheese casserole the night before and just pop it in the oven.
Mini Quiches: Pick up pre-made quiches from The Fresh Market for a no-fuss, crowd-pleasing option.
Callie’s Hot Little Biscuits: keep them in your freezer!

Callie’s Hot Little Biscuits

3. The Perfect Brunch Playlist 🎶

Good music is the unsung hero of a great brunch. For a feel-good vibe, queue up:

Jack Johnson: For chill, beachy vibes.
Maggie Rogers: Her Surrender album is the perfect mix of sweet and smooth.
Motown Classics: Because who doesn’t love a little Aretha Franklin with their avocado toast?

Why Brunch at Home is the Best Choice 🏡

Brunching at home lets you skip the crowds, stay in your slippers, and sip your mimosa at your own pace. Plus, you can curate the menu, music, and guest list for a laid-back morning that’s totally your style.

Here are a few more brunch at home ideas – including menus!

Brunch at Home Ideas

what to serve + recipes for the best brunch at home!

Food

Brunch is the most fun when it's a big spread with a selection of breads and toppings and of course... bacon.

Brunch board ideas:

toast board with acocados, pickled red onion, jellies, mushrooms, cheese...
bagel board with cream cheeses, jellies, peanut butter, salmon, eggs, bacon...
biscuit board: Callie's Charleston Box makes it super simple because everything you need for an elegant and delicious spread is included

Wine

Skip the OJ and just serve champagne. Or a good Fume Blanc pairs well with savory brunch foods! Check out our favorite sparkling wines you can find at grocery stores and Target!

Fun Playlist

Personally, BB Kings Bluesville channel is our go-to for party music and it's perfect for brunch. We love our Sonos speakers to play music all the time in our house, which is like installing surround sound without actually having a technician come out and tear into your walls.