Planning your Christmas menu? Don't forget about breakfast! Browse through this collection of 15 Make-Ahead Breakfast Ideas to make Christmas morning a breeze. Whether you're feeding a crowd or just a few these some great ideas in here for you. Casseroles, bakes, cinnamon rolls, pancakes and much more!
I remember on Christmas Day, my mom and aunt were so busy planning the dinner menu for our big family gathering. They were also busy setting up the table and living room for everyone to gather. The next morning, they were exhausted and woke up late. We all looked at each other, wondering, “Oh no, where’s breakfast?” Hahaha.
WHY CHRISTMAS BREAKFAST MATTERS AS MUCH AS CHRISTMAS DINNER
Every breakfast is important, not just on special holidays. But on a festive day like Christmas, we need extra energy to enjoy time with our big family. It’s hard to have fun when your stomach isn’t properly filled!
Most people get cranky when they’re hungry or don’t eat enough. Instead of enjoying fun chats with family, they end up feeling moody all day. You can imagine how important it is to start a special day with good food. Since we’ll use lots of energy for the main family gathering like Christmas dinner, it’s best to prepare a simple breakfast.
It’s even better if you prepare the breakfast menu ahead of time. So when morning comes, you just need to reheat or mix it together.
WHAT TO EAT FOR BREAKFAST ON CHRISTMAS DAY?
Christmas day is busy enough so why not take one thing off your plate with these make-ahead breakfast ideas. I've put together 15 great breakfast options that can be made-ahead completely or prepped easily so your work on the actual day in minimal.
Simple preparation also gives you more time to rest. No need to rush on Christmas morning. After all, the day before was probably quite busy with all the planning and preparations. You can even wake up at 9 a.m., and that’s totally fine.
Choose from casseroles, bakes, quiches, pancakes and cinnamon rolls for a delicious start to your special day. There are ideas for a light breakfast or a decadent brunch that you can share with a crowd.
The foods on this list are generally perfect for Christmas breakfast.
They’re filling, easy to prepare, and of course, nutritionally balanced.
Soft and fluffy Apple Cinnamon Rolls that are made with two ingredient dough - no yeast or proofing required. Great for a special breakfast treat on Christmas Day and can easily be made-ahead the day before. Just give them a quick zap in the microwave and you're good to go!
Want a brunch recipe to really impress your guests? Look no further than this insanely amazing overnight crème brûlée french toast casserole. Wake up on Christmas day to dessert for breakfast!
These CHRISTMAS Gingerbread Pancakes are the perfect breakfast option around the holiday season! Full of gingerbread flavor, these red pancakes are fluffy and fun for the holidays! These pancakes are easy to make and the batter can be made the night before.
This Delicious Breakfast Casserole is chock full of cheese, eggs, hash browns, and ham. It would make the perfect recipe to feed a crowd for the holidays and easy to prep the night before.
Looking for a smaller breakfast before a big day of eating? Why not make a batch of banana steel-cut oats to reheat on Christmas morning. Simple, nourishing and delicious!
Packed with bacon, chives, cheese and eggs, and baked in a flaky, buttery crust that’s so easy to make – this Classic Quiche Lorraine is rich, creamy and full of incredible flavor! Can be made ahead and frozen for later too.
If you love the kind of cinnamon rolls that are rich and buttery rather than overly sweet, this overnight homemade cinnamon roll recipe will become one of your favorite morning indulgences. Rich, buttery rolls with swirls of cinnamon sugar, slathered in vanilla cream cheese icing.
Wake up to the smell of a warm Overnight Gingerbread French Toast Casserole during the holiday season. Prepare this casserole the night before and pop it in the oven the next morning. This is the perfect way to celebrate the holidays with company or your family.
Easy and quick Christmas morning breakfast idea, eggnog pancakes! You can make it ahead of time and reheat in the toaster next morning. Or cook it fresh to fill your kitchen with amazing smell of winter and Christmas!
A healthy, hearty vegetarian breakfast casserole ready in just 35 minutes! You can even throw everything together the night before, then all you have to do in the morning is start the coffee and throw it in the oven!
Gluten Free Gingerbread Waffles are packed with perfectly spiced gingerbread flavor and a feature a perfectly delicate texture. You would never know they’re gluten free! Make the batter on Christmas Eve, then cook the waffles for breakfast Christmas morning.
This baked apple French toast casserole is an easy to make breakfast casserole perfect for holiday breakfast or brunch. Refrigerate it overnight to bake in the morning. French toast combines with sweet apples for a tasty and comforting breakfast.
Another lighter make-ahead breakfast option is a slice of this Buttermilk Banana Bread. Toast it and smother it with butter with a cup of coffee or tea to start your Christmas morning off in a delicious way.
This Tex-Mex Breakfast Casserole is full of flavorful sausage, english muffins, cheese, eggs, and salsa. This overnight egg bake is easy to prep during the evening, rests in the fridge overnight, and in the morning you simply place in the oven and cook! Large enough to feed a crowd, this breakfast casserole will be your new go-to!
French Toast Casserole with overnight soaked challah, baked to perfection and topped with fresh berries. The perfect breakfast/brunch to feed a crowd!
MAKE YOUR CHRISTMAS BREAKFAST MEMORABLE
Christmas breakfast may not be the main event for most families but it sure can be a special one. On Christmas morning, we usually have breakfast with our immediate family only. The big family comes later for lunch or dinner.
Breakfast becomes our little gossip time, hahaha! We also love guessing who’s coming later or teasing each other about what’s inside our gifts. It’s all about chatting, laughing, and relaxing while thinking about what preparations are still missing.
If there are more adults joining, the vibe stays pretty much the same.
Sometimes, when other relatives join breakfast, it gets livelier. We usually share memories from past holidays or tell funny stories. Even, we exchange recipes!
Enjoy a delicious make-ahead breakfast before you dive into opening your presents on Christmas day!
FAQ
Now that you’ve browsed through 15 tasty options, the only question is what will you be making for Christmas this year?
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