Looking to lessen the workload this Christmas? Or looking for a new delicious breakfast treat for your family? Maybe hosting a holiday brunch? Look no further than these 15 delicious and festive Make-ahead Christmas Breakfast Ideas!
15 Make-Ahead Christmas Breakfast Ideas
Whether you're hosting your family and then some, or just looking to try a new festive breakfast, thankfully there is so much to choose from!
While presents and dinner are what we look forward to, that doesn't mean that breakfast can’t steal the spotlight! From vegan baked oatmeal and goat cheese strata to French toast roll-ups and tater tot casserole, these recipes have someone for every friend, family member, or even yourself! You can choose a make-ahead recipe to prepare on Christmas Eve (or earlier) and then enjoy the best part of Christmas without messing up the kitchen!
Why Opt for Make-Ahead Breakfasts?
During the holiday season, mornings are often filled with excitement and anticipation. As a mom (or host), the last thing you want is to spend your Christmas morning scrambling in the kitchen, trying to prepare a delicious breakfast for the whole family.
That's where make-ahead breakfasts come in handy!
By opting for make-ahead breakfasts, you can save time and stress on the big day. Imagine waking up to the delicious aroma of a Christmas breakfast casserole already prepared and ready to be enjoyed.
These easy Christmas breakfast ideas allow you to do most of the work ahead of time, leaving you more time to relax and spend quality moments with your family and guests.
Whether you prefer sweet or savory, there are plenty of options to choose from. From overnight French toast casserole that can be prepared the night before, to classic make-ahead casseroles that can be assembled ahead of time, there is a recipe to suit everyone's tastes. Add some fresh fruit to any of these for a well-rounded, delicious breakfast on Christmas day.
So why not make this Christmas morning truly special? Take the stress out of meal preparation by opting for make-ahead breakfasts. Your family and guests will be impressed with the delicious flavors and you can enjoy a relaxing and hassle-free holiday morning.
Sweet Breakfast Ideas
- Cinnamon Oat Streusel Coffee Cake: This delicious coffee cake uses coconut sugar, rolled oats, and Greek yogurt!
- Apple Baked Oatmeal: This baked oatmeal is vegan and super yummy!
- Blueberry French Toast Casserole: A French toast casserole that crumbles with flavors of brown sugar, blueberry, and cinnamon!
- Everything Bagel Breakfast Casserole: An easy breakfast casserole, this bagel casserole only takes 40 minutes in the morning!
- Cinnamon Monkey Bread: This fluffy pull-apart monkey bread is perfect to satisfy that morning sweet tooth!
- Christmas Tree Waffles: These waffle trees are oh so festive, and are even green!
- Eggs Benedict Croissant Casserole: A savory eggs benedict casserole that has a total time of 35 minutes!
- Orange Cranberry Chelsea Bun Tree: These buns are filled with pistachio, cranberry and orange zest!
- Melted Snowman Pop-Tarts: These jazzed-up pop-tarts use marshmallows, mini chocolate chips, and Nutella!
- Maple Pecan French Toast Rollups: These rollups are stuffed with pecans, cream cheese, and maple syrup!
- Cream Cheese and Berry Jam Bread Rolls: These rolls use homemade bread filled with cream cheese and your berry of choice!
- Perfect Fluffy Buttermilk Pancakes - make these ahead then warm them in the microwave for just 10 seconds to enjoy them as if they're hot off the griddle!
Savory Breakfast Ideas
- Butternut Squash and Goat Cheese Strata: This protein-packed strata uses prosciutto, eggs, and goat cheese!
- Mexican Breakfast Casserole: A flavorful and spicy casserole that uses chorizo, peppers, and cheddar cheese!
- Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole: This classic tater tot casserole includes all the beloved ingredients; bacon, feta, and tater tots!
- Broccoli Bacon Quiche: A flaky crust compliments savory bacon and eggs for a perfect breakfast combination!
These easy Christmas breakfast ideas allow you to do most of the work ahead of time, leaving you more time to relax, open presents, and spend quality moments with your family and guests.
Whether you prefer sweet or savory, there are plenty of options to choose from. There is a recipe to suit everyone's tastes.
So why not make this Christmas morning truly special? Take the stress out of meal preparation by opting for make-ahead breakfasts. Your family and guests will be impressed with the delicious flavors and you can enjoy a relaxing and hassle-free holiday morning.
My favorite breakfast recipes:
These do not qualify as "make-ahead breakfast" but if you haven't seen anything you like so far, check out my favorite recipes below. One of these is always on my Christmas breakfast menu!
- Easy Christmas Morning Breakfast: Cinnamon Rolls Christmas Tree
- Cake Mix Cinnamon Rolls
- Viral TikTok Cinnamon Rolls with Heavy Cream
- Raspberry Cinnamon Rolls Recipe
- Easy Cream Cheese Danish
I hope you've found a recipe here among the make-ahead options or my favorites to make Christmas morning. Merry Christmas!
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