Christmas morning is busy enough without standing over the stove, so the best Christmas morning breakfast ideas are the ones you can mostly finish the night before.
This collection of Christmas breakfast recipes covers everything from cheesy breakfast casseroles and overnight French toast to gingerbread pancakes, quick cinnamon rolls, and festive scones.
Plenty of these festive recipes are make ahead Christmas breakfast options, so you can slide a dish into the oven while the kids tear into their presents. There are also a few fun, festive extras like Grinch pancakes and donut snowmen for the little ones.
Whether it’s a big family spread or a quiet morning for two, these holiday breakfast ideas will work on any Christmas breakfast brunch table. Pick a couple, prep ahead, and enjoy the day.
If you love festive holiday recipes, you may also like these chocolate waffle cookies, these cute snowflake cupcakes, or this peppermint mocha coffee creamer.
Overnight French Toast Casserole
Assemble this brioche bake the night before and wake up to zesty lemon, juicy raspberries, and crunchy almonds. A stress-free Christmas morning breakfast centerpiece that practically bakes itself.
Get the recipe: Raspberry French Toast Casserole
Gingerbread Pancakes
One bowl and 15 minutes get you a stack of spiced, molasses-rich pancakes full of Christmas flavor. They also freeze beautifully, so you can make ahead and toast on Christmas morning.
Get the recipe: Gingerbread Pancakes
Eggnog French Toast Casserole
Cubed bread soaks up a spiced eggnog custard and gets topped with a brown sugar oat streusel. Bake it right away or prep it the night before, and even guests who skip the nog will come back for seconds.
Get the recipe: Eggnog French Toast Casserole
Make Ahead Breakfast Casserole
Browned sausage, gouda, and parmesan get layered with cubed bread and a savory egg custard for a thick, hearty breakfast casserole. Chill it overnight and bake it fresh while opening presents.
Get the recipe: Christmas Breakfast Casserole
Christmas Tree Cheese Scones
Fresh spinach gives these sharp cheddar scones a natural green color, and cutting them into triangles makes them look like little Christmas trees. Pipe on cream cheese, add parsley, and serve warm.
Get the recipe: Spinach And Cheese Scones
Christmas Flavored Cinnamon Rolls
Light, buttery dough gets a cinnamon swirl of plump raisins, and brown sugar, then a thick layer of gooey cream cheese frosting. Make them ahead and proof overnight so the morning is relaxed and fun.
Get the recipe: Christmas Themed Cinnamon Rolls
Donut Snowman Treats
Stack mini powdered donuts on a stick, then add a peanut butter cup hat, candy buttons, pretzel arms, and a sour strip scarf. Ready in ten minutes, this is such an easy Christmas breakfast for kids, no oven needed.
Get the recipe: Donut Snowmen
Cranberry Breakfast Cake
Tart cranberries and bright lemon zest are folded into a moist, muffin-like buttermilk batter and baked in a skillet. Bake it a day ahead and include on your breakfast or Christmas brunch table.
Get the recipe: Cranberry Breakfast Cake
Gingerbread French Toast Casserole
Molasses and holiday spices give this creamy egg custard all the cozy flavors of a holiday cookie. Soak overnight, bake until golden, and finish with powdered sugar and a spoonful of whipped cream.
Get the recipe: Gingerbread Christmas Casserole
Sausage Egg Casserole
Blended cottage cheese keeps this crustless egg bake silky and satisfying, loaded with sausage, peppers, spinach, and sharp cheddar. Bake a pan for a holiday spread and save leftovers for the week ahead.
Get the recipe: Sausage Egg Casserole
Orange Cranberry Coffee Cake
Tart frozen berries stay juicy in a tender yogurt cake finished with streusel topping and an orange glaze. Serve a slice with hot coffee for an easy Christmas morning breakfast recipe.
Get the recipe: Cranberry Coffee Cake
Christmas Wreath Hand Pies
Flaky shortcrust rings are piped with Nutella, sealed, baked golden, and topped with green glaze, sprinkles, and candy for a festive look. The kids will adore these pastry wreaths on the Christmas breakfast buffet table.
Get the recipe: Nutella Hand Pies
Coffee Cinnamon Rolls
Store-bought cinnamon rolls baked in cream spiked with strong coffee under a buttery pecan and brown sugar topping are the ideal Christmas day breakfast recipe for coffee lovers.
Get the recipe: Coffee Cinnamon Rolls
Orange French Toast
Thick challah slices dipped in an orange-zest custard are griddled golden, then topped with vanilla citrus cream cheese and a quick marmalade sauce. Add walnuts and craisins for a decadent Christmas brunch or breakfast treat.
Get the recipe: Orange French Toast
Easy Grinch Pancakes
Bright green, fluffy pancakes with cream cheese frosting and a swirl of green whipped topping are a fun Christmas morning food idea for the kids and kids at heart.
Get the recipe: Grinch Pancakes
Pear and Gingerbread French Toast
Thick slices soak in a cozy custard, fry until golden, then get topped with caramelized pears. Add toasted nuts for a decadent finish.
Get the recipe: Gingerbread French Toast
Christmas Morning Scones
Fresh rosemary and dried cranberries add a piney, fruity twist to these crisp-edged, tender scones. Mix the dough up to three days ahead, bake in the morning, and enjoy with coffee, for the perfect start to Christmas Day.
Get the recipe: Christmas Themed Scones
Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole
Crispy tots form the base for this savory breakfast casserole recipe. Great for potlucks and big family breakfast get togethers.
Get the recipe: Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole
Cinnamon French Toast Casserole
Pieces of store bought rolls bake in a creamy vanilla and cinnamon custard with chopped pecans, then get drizzled with the icing from the can. Ready for the oven in under ten minutes.
Get the recipe: Cinnamon French Toast Casserole
Almond Christmas Pastry
Buttery puff pastry wraps a sweet marzipan center, then gets brushed with egg wash and sprinkled with sliced almonds. Store-bought pastry and marzipan work too, so this festive Christmas log is quick to pull together.
Get the recipe: Almond Christmas Pastry
Apple Cinnamon Rolls
Soft, pillowy dough is rolled around juicy chopped apples and cinnamon sugar, then finished with a nutty brown butter glaze. Prep them the day before for a relaxed holiday breakfast brunch.
Get the recipe: Apple Cinnamon Rolls
Biscuits And Gravy Breakfast Casserole
Flaky biscuit pieces are layered with sausage, cheddar, and eggs, then topped with peppered gravy for a hearty Christmas themed breakfast bake. Assemble it Christmas Eve and slide it into the oven while presents get opened.
Get the recipe: Biscuits and Gravy Breakfast Casserole
Overnight Monkey Bread
Frozen dinner rolls get coated in butter, cinnamon sugar, and butterscotch pudding mix, then rise overnight on the counter. Bake in the morning, flip it out, and pull apart the sticky, gooey pieces.
Get the recipe: Overnight Monkey Bread
Eggnog Pancakes
A light eggnog flavor, cinnamon, and nutmeg turn these fluffy griddle cakes into a festive treat. Rest the batter, top with whipped cream and a dusting of spice and enjoy on Christmas morning.
Get the recipe: Eggnog Pancakes
Glazed Cranberry Bread
Fresh or frozen cranberries add a tart pop to this soft, tender quick bread, balanced by orange zest and a sweet citrus glaze. No kneading or rise time, and it freezes well for gifting.
Get the recipe: Orange Cranberry Bread
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