33 Christmas Morning Breakfast Ideas
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The best way to start the Christmas festivities is with a spread of delicious breakfast foods. From fluffy themed pancakes to make ahead casserole recipes, it’s easy to create a memorable morning feast with these Christmas Morning Breakfast Ideas.
Christmas is a magical time of year. And when it comes to celebrating Christmas morning, it’s all about getting up early and diving into the holiday fun. Whether your family sleeps in or gets up at the crack of dawn, breakfast is a classic holiday tradition.

If you want to make Christmas morning special for your family, I recommend planning a holiday breakfast! It’s a fun way to start the day and fuel your early risers.
If you’re looking for a few ideas or inspiration, I’ve got 31 easy Christmas morning breakfast ideas to feed your family. With several make-ahead options, you can plan a memorable holiday breakfast without a lot of effort.
Do you have other Christmas traditions? We try to have a family-friendly Christmas party, along with hosting an ultimate Christmas movie night. And a Christmas Tea Party is always a festive affair.
So, gather your family around the table and treat your loved ones to a festive spread of easy holiday breakfast recipes. It’s a wonderful way to create cherished memories that will last a lifetime.
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34 Christmas Morning Breakfast Ideas You Have to Try
Start Christmas morning right with these family-friendly Christmas breakfast ideas!
Egg Recipes
From hearty casseroles to fancy egg dishes these hearty breakfast recipes are sure to please your family.
Hawaiian Roll Breakfast Sliders
I have to make a double batch of these easy breakfast sliders because they disappear FAST. Packed with eggs, sausage (or bacon), and lots of melty cheese on Hawaiian rolls.
Puff Pastry Egg Tarts
Made with store-bought puff pastry, these easy egg tarts feature all your breakfast faves.
Air Fryer Eggs Benedict
This classic breakfast recipe is easy to make in the air fryer, including the poached eggs!
Ham, Egg & Cheese Wreath
A fun, adorable, and festive wreath for your Christmas morning breakfast table! Ham, Egg, & Cheese Wreath is easy to make and best yet it´s affordable. Don´t like ham? Use sausage and one of your favorite cheeses in this cute edible wreath.
Crescent Roll Quiche Cups
This hand-held breakfast dish is always a fave. Filled with eggs, ham and cheese, it's perfect addition to charcuterie boards.
Bacon Breakfast Wreath
I´m not sure about you but I love making festive-looking foods for my holiday table arrangements! The Bacon Breakfast Wreath is no exception. Easy to assemble the day before and delicious to eat I promise your family will love this adorable breakfast wreath.
Easy Christmas Breakfast Idea
Is your family not big on breakfast but still want a cute breakfast idea for Christmas morning? This adorable yet simple Easy Christmas Breakfast idea is perfect! Choose any cookie cutter you´d like to create this festive egg-cellent breakfast.
Breakfast Casserole Recipes
These easy breakfast casserole recipes are perfect for holiday breakfast or brunch.
Cousin Betty's Best: Easy Overnight Breakfast Treat Casserole
Love breakfast casseroles? So do we! Cousin Betty´s Easy Overnight Breakfast Treat Casserole is no exception. Eggs, sausage, cheese, and bread are the main ingredients, can you guess the secret ones? So easy to make the day before so you can enjoy a relaxing Christmas morning.
Apple Fritter Breakfast Casserole
Tired of the traditional breakfast casserole? Give Apple Fritter Breakfast Casserole a go this holiday season! Packed with apples and savory sweetness this dish is great for a crowd. Very easy to make with minimal ingredients needed, after all, who has extra time to spare Christmas morning?
Ham and Cheese English Muffin Make Ahead Breakfast Casserole
Love a dish that requires minimal work but that is still tasty? Ham and Cheese English Muffin Casserole is a perfect one for Christmas morning. Throw it together the day before and it´s almost ready to pop in the oven the next morning.
Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Casserole
A twist on your traditional breakfast casserole. Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Casserole is a sweet and savory option. Blueberries and the sweet gooey topping make a Christmas morning breakfast treat your family is sure to love.
Low Carb Breakfast Casserole Recipe with Sausage and Cheese - Gluten Free
Need a gluten-free and or Keto-friendly breakfast recipe? Healthy Keto Low Carb Breakfast Casserole has just 6 ingredients! Easy to customize to your liking by changing out the veggies you add. Your family will love this recipe and you won´t feel guilty having an extra slice.
Sausage Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole
Casseroles are always my Christmas breakfast go-to recipes. Filling and delicious, Sausage Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole will be a great way to start off your Christmas morning! This one is a great one if you are feeding a crowd.
Christmas Breakfast Casserole
I love recipes I can prepare ahead of time especially around the holidays! If you do too, Christmas Breakfast Casserole is a great one! Follow the recipe exactly or add in your favorite cheese or veggies. Either way, this casserole is a classic.
Crockpot Breakfast Casserole
I love breakfast casseroles because they are so easy. Want something even EASIER? Introducing Crockpot Breakfast Casserole. The same deliciousness of your traditional casserole in a crockpot. What´s better than presents on Christmas morning...breakfast ready and waiting when you wake up.
Christmas Breakfast Enchilada Casserole
Tired of the traditional breakfast casserole? Spice things up this Christmas morning with Christmas Breakfast Enchilada Casserole. Everything you love about Mexican food in a breakfast casserole. Could you go wrong? A great option when you are feeding a crowd this holiday season.
Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole {Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Option}
Need a gluten-free casserole recipe for Christmas morning? Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole is simply amazing! Who doesn´t love cinnamon rolls or casseroles? Combine them together and you´ve created a Christmas breakfast masterpiece!
Pancakes, Waffles and French Toast
We've got fluffy pancakes, golden waffles and more to round out your Christmas brunch or breakfast.
Eggnog Pancakes
´Tis the season for everything eggnog...am I right? So why not Eggnog Pancakes. With the business of Christmas morning, you don´t want to spend your entire morning cooking. These pancakes are a quick and easy breakfast idea that everyone will love.
Air Fryer French Toast Muffins
These delicious muffins are made in the air fryer which is perfect when oven space is at a premium.
Santa's Elf Pancakes for a fun Christmas Breakfast
Super fun to make and a great way to ¨sneak¨ in some delicious fruit for breakfast. Your kids will not only love to eat Santa´s Elf Pancakes, but they will love pitching in making this adorable Christmas morning breakfast.
Breakfast Charcuterie Board
Charcuterie boards are popular and this breakfast-themed version is the star of your Christmas morning breakfast or brunch. Filled with you favorite breakfast foods, meats and fruit, you can customize it to your preferences.
Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls with Cake Mix
Treat yourself to these festive Red Velvet Cinnamon Rolls—a fun twist on the classic breakfast pastry, combining indulgent flavors with a simple baking shortcut.
Reindeer pancakes
Do you love getting your kids involved with cooking? Reindeer pancakes will surely grab their attention! Easy to make and delicious to eat Reindeer pancakes will become your family Christmas morning tradition.
Christmas Tree Waffles
I LOVE adorable foods, which is why I love these Christmas Tree Waffles. So festive for your Christmas morning breakfast. Do your kids like to decorate? Give them some sprinkles and let them go to work adding ¨lights¨ to their breakfast Christmas Tree.
Eggnog French Toast Recipe
Do you love Eggnog? Do you love French toast? Why not combine them in Eggnog French Toast! Super easy to make and very festive this french toast will be a great addition to your Christmas morning breakfast buffet.
Rudolph Pancakes for a Christmas Breakfast!
Rudolph Pancakes are a perfect breakfast for your kiddos on Christmas morning. Very simple to make and oh so adorable your kids will love helping you make their very own Rudolph creations.
Breakfast Drink Recipes
Take your holiday breakfast or brunch to the next level with these yummy drink recipes.
Homemade Smoothies
Want a healthy choice for your Christmas morning breakfast table? These Homemade Healthy Smoothies are just what you have been looking for. Super easy to make and even more delicious. With the natural sweetness added from all the fruit, your kiddos will love these smoothies.
Homemade Orange Julius Recipe (Secret Ingredient)
Orange Julius takes me back to my youth days at the local mall food court. With its secret ingredient that you have to trust me on, it´s just as delicious as the original but even healthier. What a great addition to your Christmas morning breakfast table.
Breakfast Pastries and Breads
I love to include a couple of pastries and sweet breads for holiday morning meals.
Raspberry Twists with Puff Pastry
These pretty breakfast pastries always disappear fast. Made with store-bought puff pastry dough and raspberry jam, you can change up the jam flavor to your preference (apricot and strawberry are good, too!).
Monkey Bread with Pecans
Monkey Bread is a fun sweet treat on Christmas mornings. It tastes similar to a cinnamon roll but a lot easier to make.
Cruffin Recipe with Raspberry & Cream Cheese
These easy breakfast pastries are a pretty addition to your Christmas breakfast. Made with store-bought dough, you can change up the flavors and even add a simple glaze.
Cherry Bread with Maraschino Glaze
Not your traditional bread, Cherry Bread uses maraschino cherries inside the bread and also in the glaze for a decadent Christmas morning treat. it's quick-cooking and super easy to make.
Santa Cinnamon Rolls
Get creative with your kids this Christmas morning with Santa Cinnamon Rolls. This is an easy Santa-themed breakfast that your kids are sure to love. So festive and adorable you´ll be making these next year.
Easy Breakfast Side Dishes
Round out your holiday breakfast or brunch menu with these easy side recipes.
Crispy Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes
Everyone loves these easy breakfast potatoes with peppers and onions. Perfectly seasoned, they are the perfect complement to egg casseroles.