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Christmas morning is one of my favorite times of the year to enjoy a special breakfast with family.
Whether you like sweet cinnamon rolls, fluffy pancakes, homemade muffins, or a hearty breakfast casserole, having a few recipes ready makes the morning so much easier.
I’ve gathered 15 Christmas breakfast ideas to help you plan your holiday menu.
There are plenty of make-ahead options, along with festive pastries and breakfast treats that are perfect for a cozy Christmas morning.
Some of these recipes can be prepared the night before, so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the holiday!
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15 Christmas Breakfast Recipes
Christmas Monkey Bread
Christmas monkey bread is a fun breakfast treat that’s perfect for sharing.
Soft pieces of sweet dough are coated in cinnamon sugar and baked together until golden and gooey. Pull-apart monkey bread is always a favorite for holiday mornings, especially when served warm.
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Overnight Sausage Breakfast Casserole
This overnight sausage breakfast casserole is a hearty choice for Christmas morning.
With savory breakfast sausage, eggs, and bread baked together in one dish, it’s an easy way to feed a hungry family. Assemble it the night before and bake it in the morning.
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Biscuits and Gravy Casserole
If your family loves a savory breakfast, this biscuits and gravy casserole is a delicious choice.
Flaky biscuits are baked with sausage and creamy gravy for a comforting breakfast that feels a little extra special on Christmas morning.
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Christmas Morning French Toast Casserole
French toast casserole is a wonderful make-ahead breakfast for the holidays. Soft bread is covered in a sweet egg custard and baked until golden.
Prepare it the night before, then pop it in the oven while everyone is opening presents.
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Overnight Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Casserole
This overnight cinnamon roll breakfast casserole is perfect for anyone who loves cinnamon rolls but doesn’t want to spend Christmas morning making them from scratch.
It’s sweet, comforting, and makes a delicious holiday breakfast.
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Christmas Cranberry Orange Muffins
These Christmas cranberry orange muffins combine tart cranberries with bright orange flavor.
They’re tender, flavorful, and have just the right amount of sweetness. Bake a batch ahead of time for an easy breakfast or something to serve with coffee on Christmas morning.
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Gingerbread Muffins
Bring a little Christmas spice to your breakfast table with gingerbread muffins.
They’re filled with warm gingerbread flavors like cinnamon, ginger, and molasses. These muffins are perfect for a cozy holiday breakfast.
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Cranberry Scones
Cranberry scones are a lovely addition to a Christmas brunch.
Tart cranberries makes them especially festive. Serve them warm with butter, jam, or a cup of coffee.
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Gingerbread Pancakes
Make Christmas breakfast extra special with a stack of gingerbread pancakes.
They’re flavored with warm holiday spices and have that familiar gingerbread taste everyone loves. Serve them with butter and maple syrup for a festive breakfast.
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Sausage and Cheese Crescent Rolls
These sausage and cheese crescent rolls are an easy savory breakfast option.
Flaky crescent roll dough is filled with breakfast sausage and cheese, then baked until golden. They’re easy to make and perfect for serving alongside fruit or other breakfast favorites.
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Cinnamon Roll Pancakes
Cinnamon roll pancakes combine two breakfast favorites into one delicious recipe.
Fluffy pancakes are swirled with cinnamon sugar and topped with a sweet cream cheese glaze. They’re a fun choice when you want something special for Christmas morning.
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Cranberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole
This cranberry cream cheese French toast casserole is a beautiful holiday breakfast.
Layers of French bread, sweetened cream cheese, and tart cranberries are covered with a cinnamon egg custard and baked until golden. Assemble it the night before for an easy Christmas morning breakfast.
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Baked Egg Muffins
Baked egg muffins are a simple way to add something savory to your Christmas breakfast menu.
They’re made with eggs, breakfast sausage, cheddar cheese, and vegetables, then baked in individual portions. They’re also great for making ahead and reheating for breakfast during the week.
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Cheesy Sausage Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole
This cheesy hash brown breakfast casserole is loaded with shredded potatoes, breakfast sausage, eggs, and melted cheddar cheese.
It’s hearty, filling, and perfect for feeding a group. Prepare it the night before and bake it Christmas morning.
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Christmas Breakfast Danish
This Christmas breakfast Danish is made with flaky puff pastry, sweet cream cheese filling, and tart cranberry sauce.
A simple vanilla glaze adds the finishing touch. It looks like something from a bakery but is surprisingly easy to make with store-bought puff pastry.
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Tips for Planning an Easy Christmas Breakfast
You don’t need to make all 15 recipes to put together a wonderful Christmas breakfast. Choose a few favorites and include a combination of sweet and savory dishes.
Here are a few ways to make your holiday morning easier:
- Prepare ahead: Choose overnight casseroles, muffins, and other recipes that can be made the day before.
- Offer something savory: Pair sweet breakfast treats with egg muffins, sausage, or a hearty breakfast casserole.
- Add something festive: Cranberries, orange, cinnamon, and gingerbread flavors make breakfast feel special for the holidays.
- Keep it simple: A casserole, a sweet breakfast treat, fresh fruit, and coffee can make a lovely Christmas breakfast without a lot of work.
If you’re looking for another make-ahead breakfast, try my Overnight French Toast Casserole or Easy Make-Ahead Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Casserole.
You can also serve homemade Crock Pot Cranberry Butter with warm muffins, scones, or toast.
Christmas breakfast doesn’t have to be complicated. A few favorite recipes, a little preparation the night before, and something delicious baking in the oven can make the morning feel extra special.
Whether you choose cinnamon roll pancakes, cranberry muffins, a hearty breakfast casserole, or a flaky cranberry Danish, I hope these Christmas breakfast ideas help make your holiday morning delicious and memorable!
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