14 Christmas Morning Breakfast Ideas

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Christmas morning deserves a warm, cozy, and delicious start — the kind of breakfast that brings everyone together before the gifts and excitement begin.

These 14 Christmas morning breakfast ideas are easy, festive, and guaranteed to make your day feel extra special.

From sweet treats to savory favorites, there’s something here for every holiday mood.

1. Cinnamon Roll Christmas Tree

Turn classic cinnamon rolls into a cute Christmas tree shape. It looks festive, smells heavenly, and tastes amazing.

Ingredients:

  • 1 can refrigerated cinnamon rolls

  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing if not included)

  • Sprinkles (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Arrange cinnamon rolls in the shape of a Christmas tree on a baking tray.

  2. Bake according to package instructions.

  3. Drizzle with icing and add sprinkles.

  4. Serve warm.

2. Gingerbread Pancakes

Soft, fluffy pancakes infused with gingerbread spices — perfect for cozy Christmas vibes.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup flour

  • 1 tsp ginger

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

  • 1 egg

  • 1 cup milk

  • 1 tbsp molasses

  • 1 tbsp sugar

  • 1 tsp baking powder

Instructions:

  1. Mix all dry ingredients in one bowl.

  2. Whisk wet ingredients in another.

  3. Combine both and cook on a greased pan.

  4. Serve with syrup and whipped cream.

3. Christmas Breakfast Casserole

A hearty, cheesy sausage and egg casserole you can prepare the night before.

Ingredients:

  • 6 eggs

  • 1 cup milk

  • 1 lb sausage, cooked

  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

  • 4 cups cubed bread

  • Salt & pepper

Instructions:

  1. Mix eggs, milk, sausage, cheese, and bread cubes.

  2. Pour into a greased baking dish.

  3. Refrigerate overnight.

  4. Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 35–40 minutes.

4. Santa Hat Strawberry Waffles

Crispy waffles topped with whipped cream and strawberries to look like Santa hats.

Ingredients:

  • Waffle mix

  • Fresh strawberries

  • Whipped cream

Instructions:

  1. Cook waffles according to package.

  2. Place a strawberry on each waffle piece.

  3. Add whipped cream on top to form the “hat.”

5. Eggnog French Toast

A holiday twist on classic French toast using rich, creamy eggnog.

Ingredients:

  • 6 slices brioche bread

  • 2 eggs

  • 1 cup eggnog

  • 1 tsp nutmeg

Instructions:

  1. Whisk eggs, eggnog, and nutmeg.

  2. Dip bread slices in mixture.

  3. Fry each side until golden.

  4. Serve with cinnamon sugar.

6. Christmas Fruit Salad

A refreshing mix of red, green, and white fruits for a festive color pop.

Ingredients:

  • Strawberries

  • Green grapes

  • Red apples

  • Bananas

  • Honey

Instructions:

  1. Chop all fruits.

  2. Toss in a bowl with a drizzle of honey.

  3. Chill and serve.

7. Maple Bacon Twists

Sweet, salty, caramelized bacon twists that everyone will fight over.

Ingredients:

  • Bacon strips

  • Maple syrup

  • Brown sugar

Instructions:

  1. Twist each bacon slice.

  2. Brush with maple syrup and sprinkle brown sugar.

  3. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18–20 minutes.

8. Christmas Chocolate Chip Muffins

Moist muffins loaded with chocolate chips and topped with red/green sprinkles.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups flour

  • 1 cup sugar

  • 1 cup milk

  • 1 egg

  • 1 cup chocolate chips

  • 1 tsp vanilla

Instructions:

  1. Mix wet ingredients together.

  2. Add dry ingredients and fold in chocolate chips.

  3. Pour into muffin tin and bake at 350°F (180°C) for 18 minutes.

9. Breakfast Banana Santa Skewers

A kid-friendly treat made with fruits shaped like Santa faces.

Ingredients:

  • Bananas

  • Strawberries

  • Marshmallows

  • Chocolate chips (for eyes)

Instructions:

  1. Slice bananas into thick pieces.

  2. Add a strawberry and marshmallow on top using a skewer.

  3. Use chocolate chips for the eyes.

10. Cheesy Christmas Omelette

A fluffy omelette stuffed with cheese and colorful veggies.

Ingredients:

  • 3 eggs

  • ½ cup shredded cheese

  • Bell peppers (red & green)

  • Salt & pepper

Instructions:

  1. Whisk eggs and season.

  2. Add diced peppers and cheese.

  3. Cook on low heat until firm.

11. Hot Cocoa Oatmeal

Creamy oatmeal made with cocoa powder and topped with marshmallows.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup oats

  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder

  • 1 cup milk

  • Marshmallows

Instructions:

  1. Cook oats with milk.

  2. Stir in cocoa powder.

  3. Top with marshmallows.

12. Sausage & Cheese Biscuits

Fluffy biscuits packed with savory sausage and melted cheese.

Ingredients:

  • Biscuit dough

  • Cooked sausage

  • Shredded cheese

Instructions:

  1. Flatten biscuit dough.

  2. Add sausage and cheese inside.

  3. Seal and bake at 350°F (180°C) for 12 minutes.

13. Cranberry Orange Scones

Buttery, crumbly scones with bright citrus flavor and sweet cranberries.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups flour

  • ½ cup sugar

  • ½ cup butter

  • 1 egg

  • ½ cup milk

  • 1 cup cranberries

  • Zest of 1 orange

Instructions:

  1. Mix flour, sugar, and butter until crumbly.

  2. Add egg, milk, cranberries, and orange zest.

  3. Shape into a circle and cut wedges.

  4. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15–18 minutes.

14. Christmas Morning Smoothie

A festive red-and-green layered smoothie perfect for a light breakfast.

Ingredients:

  • Red layer: strawberries + yogurt

  • Green layer: spinach + banana + yogurt

  • Honey (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Blend red layer and pour into half the glass.

  2. Blend green layer and pour on top.

  3. Serve chilled.

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