Christmas morning calls for more than gifts—it calls for a breakfast spread that feels special. Sweet, savory, and straight from the heart, these ideas bring comfort and cheer to the table. From casseroles to pancakes, every bite tastes like celebration.
1. Gooey Cinnamon Rolls
Soft, swirled, and sweet with icing on top.
Ingredients:
- 4 cups flour
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 ¼ tsp yeast
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup butter
- 2 eggs
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- ½ cup brown sugar
Process:
- Mix dough and let rise until doubled.
- Roll out, spread butter, sugar, and cinnamon.
- Roll up, slice, and bake at 350°F for 25 minutes.
- Drizzle with icing.
Make it Unique:
Add chopped pecans or a cream cheese glaze.
2. Christmas Morning Pancakes
Fluffy pancakes with holiday toppings.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups flour
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 2 eggs
- 1 ½ cups milk
- 3 tbsp melted butter
Process:
- Mix dry and wet ingredients separately, then combine.
- Pour batter on a hot griddle, cook until bubbles form.
- Flip and cook until golden.
Make it Unique:
Add nutmeg to the batter or top with whipped cream and cranberries.
3. Cheesy Breakfast Casserole
Hearty, cheesy, and easy to share.
Ingredients:
- 8 eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups bread cubes
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked sausage
- Salt and pepper
Process:
- Layer bread, sausage, and cheese in a greased dish.
- Whisk eggs and milk, pour over layers.
- Bake at 350°F for 40 minutes.
Make it Unique:
Use ham instead of sausage or add spinach for color.
4. Gingerbread Waffles
Crispy waffles with warm holiday spices.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp ginger
- ¼ tsp cloves
- 2 eggs
- 1 ½ cups milk
- ½ cup molasses
Process:
- Mix dry and wet ingredients separately.
- Combine, then cook in a waffle maker.
- Serve with powdered sugar.
Make it Unique:
Top with candied pecans or vanilla ice cream.
5. Holiday Babka
Sweet bread swirled with chocolate or cinnamon.
Ingredients:
- 4 cups flour
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 tsp yeast
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup butter
- 2 eggs
- Filling: chocolate or cinnamon sugar
Process:
- Prepare dough, let rise.
- Roll out, spread filling, twist into a braid.
- Bake at 350°F for 35 minutes.
Make it Unique:
Fill with Nutella or cranberry-orange jam.
6. Festive Shakshuka
Eggs simmered in spiced tomato sauce.
Ingredients:
- 6 eggs
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp paprika
- Olive oil, salt, pepper
Process:
- Sauté onion, pepper, and garlic in oil.
- Add tomatoes and paprika, simmer.
- Crack eggs into sauce, cover, and cook until set.
Make it Unique:
Add feta or drizzle with chili oil.
7. Mini Quiches
Bite-sized egg pies with endless filling options.
Ingredients:
- 1 pie crust (or puff pastry)
- 6 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup cheese
- Veggies or ham
Process:
- Cut crust into muffin tins.
- Whisk eggs and milk, add cheese and fillings.
- Pour into crusts and bake at 350°F for 20 minutes.
Make it Unique:
Try sun-dried tomato and spinach or bacon and cheddar.
8. Homemade Eggnog
Creamy, spiced, and holiday-perfect.
Ingredients:
- 4 egg yolks
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup cream
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- Cinnamon stick for garnish
Process:
- Whisk yolks and sugar until pale.
- Heat milk and cream, then slowly add to egg mixture.
- Cook gently, add nutmeg, and chill.
Make it Unique:
Spike with rum or add vanilla extract.
9. Cranberry Orange Scones
Citrusy scones with tart cranberry bursts.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups flour
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup butter
- ½ cup cream
- 1 egg
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cup cranberries
Process:
- Mix dry ingredients, cut in butter.
- Add cream, egg, zest, and cranberries.
- Shape into a circle, cut wedges, bake at 400°F for 15 minutes.
Make it Unique:
Drizzle with orange glaze or add white chocolate chips.
10. Caramel Apple French Toast Bake
Sweet, spiced, and baked for sharing.
Ingredients:
- 1 loaf brioche bread
- 6 eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 2 apples, sliced
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- Caramel sauce
Process:
- Layer bread and apples in dish.
- Whisk eggs, milk, sugar, and cinnamon, pour over.
- Bake at 350°F for 45 minutes.
- Drizzle with caramel sauce.
Make it Unique:
Swap apples for pears or add pecans.
11. Holiday Oatmeal
A cozy bowl of oats with festive toppings.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup oats
- 2 cups milk
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- Toppings: cranberries, nuts, maple syrup
Process:
- Cook oats in milk with sugar and cinnamon.
- Spoon into bowls, add toppings.
Make it Unique:
Top with pomegranate seeds or stir in white chocolate chips.
Wrap-Up
Christmas morning breakfasts are more than food—they’re part of the celebration. From savory casseroles to sweet cinnamon rolls, every recipe here adds warmth and flavor to the day. Try one dish or mix a few together for a spread that your family will talk about all season.
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