12 Festive Christmas Breakfast Ideas

Cinnamon Roll Casserole

This delightful Cinnamon Roll Casserole brings a sweet and comforting twist to your Christmas breakfast table.

Ingredients:

• 2 cans of refrigerated cinnamon rolls
• 4 large eggs
• 1/2 cup of heavy cream
• 1/4 cup of maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon

Cooking method:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
2. Cut the cinnamon rolls into quarters and spread them evenly in the dish.
3. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon.
4. Pour the egg mixture over the cinnamon rolls, ensuring they are fully covered.
5. Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
6. Drizzle with the icing from the cinnamon rolls before serving warm.

Cranberry Orange Breakfast Bake

Celebrate the season with a Cranberry Orange Breakfast Bake that combines zesty citrus with tart cranberries for a refreshing morning treat.

Ingredients:

• 1 loaf of French bread, cubed
• 1 cup of fresh cranberries
• Zest from 1 orange
• 1/2 cup of orange juice
• 1/4 cup of sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup of milk

Cooking method:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
2. Layer the cubed French bread in the dish and sprinkle with fresh cranberries and orange zest.
3. In a bowl, whisk together orange juice, sugar, eggs, and milk.
4. Pour the mixture over the bread, pressing down slightly to soak.
5. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden and set.
6. Serve warm, optionally dusted with powdered sugar.

Eggnog French Toast

Indulge in the classic holiday flavors of Eggnog French Toast, a rich and creamy breakfast delight.

Ingredients:

• 1 loaf of brioche or challah
• 1 cup of eggnog
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• Butter for cooking

Cooking method:

1. Slice the bread into thick slices and set aside.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggnog, eggs, nutmeg, and vanilla extract.
3. Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat.
4. Dip each slice of bread into the eggnog mixture, coating both sides.
5. Cook in the skillet until golden brown on each side.
6. Serve hot, perhaps with a dusting of powdered sugar or syrup.

Gingerbread Pancakes

Bring festive cheer to your breakfast table with spiced Gingerbread Pancakes, topped with a sweet orange glaze.

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon of ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon of ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon of baking soda
• 1/4 cup of molasses
• 1 cup of buttermilk

Cooking method:

1. In a bowl, mix together flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and baking soda.
2. In another bowl, whisk molasses into buttermilk.
3. Combine wet and dry ingredients until smooth.
4. Heat a lightly oiled griddle over medium heat.
5. Pour batter onto the griddle and cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip.
6. Serve with a drizzle of orange glaze or maple syrup.

Peppermint Mocha Scones

These Peppermint Mocha Scones bring a festive twist to your morning coffee break with their rich chocolate and minty notes.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup of cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup of sugar
• 1 tablespoon of baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 cup of cold butter, cubed
• 1/2 cup of milk
• 1 teaspoon of peppermint extract
• 1/2 cup of chocolate chips

Cooking method:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in milk, peppermint extract, and chocolate chips until just combined.
5. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and shape into a circle, then cut into wedges.
6. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the edges are firm and the tops are slightly browned.

Holiday Quiche with Spinach & Feta

This Holiday Quiche combines fresh spinach and tangy feta in a flaky pastry, perfect for a festive breakfast spread.

Ingredients:

• 1 store-bought pie crust
• 1 cup of fresh spinach, chopped
• 1/2 cup of crumbled feta cheese
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup of milk
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and fit the pie crust into a quiche dish.
2. Sprinkle chopped spinach and feta cheese evenly over the crust.
3. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour egg mixture over the spinach and feta.
5. Bake for 35-40 minutes until the quiche is set and golden brown.
6. Allow to cool slightly, then slice and serve.

Sweet Potato & Sausage Hash

Add a savory touch to your Christmas morning with this Sweet Potato & Sausage Hash, combining hearty flavors with a touch of sweetness.

Ingredients:

• 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 pound of breakfast sausage
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add sweet potatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.
3. Push sweet potatoes to the side and add sausage, cooking until browned.
4. Stir in onion and bell pepper, cooking until they are soft.
5. Season with salt and pepper and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Serve hot, perhaps with a fried egg on top.

Almond Croissant Bread Pudding

Turn day-old croissants into a luxurious Almond Croissant Bread Pudding that will impress your guests.

Ingredients:

• 6 croissants, torn into pieces
• 1/2 cup of sliced almonds
• 3 large eggs
• 2 cups of milk
• 1/2 cup of sugar
• 1 teaspoon of almond extract

Cooking method:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
2. Layer croissant pieces and sliced almonds in the dish.
3. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sugar, and almond extract.
4. Pour the egg mixture over the croissants, pressing down gently.
5. Bake for 30-35 minutes until the pudding is set and the top is golden brown.
6. Serve warm, optionally with a dusting of powdered sugar.

Apple Cinnamon Breakfast Strata

Treat your family to an Apple Cinnamon Breakfast Strata, a make-ahead dish bursting with flavors of the season.

Ingredients:

• 6 cups of cubed bread
• 2 apples, peeled and diced
• 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup of milk
• 1/4 cup of brown sugar

Cooking method:

1. Grease a baking dish and add cubed bread and apples.
2. In a bowl, whisk together cinnamon, eggs, milk, and brown sugar.
3. Pour the egg mixture over the bread and apples, pressing down slightly.
4. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 45 minutes until set.
6. Serve warm, perhaps drizzled with caramel sauce.

Savory Mushroom & Cheese Crepes

Delight in these delicate Savory Mushroom & Cheese Crepes, filled with earthy mushrooms and creamy cheese.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup of milk
• 1/2 cup of water
• 1 tablespoon of butter, melted
• 1 cup of mushrooms, sliced
• 1 cup of shredded cheese

Cooking method:

1. In a bowl, whisk flour, eggs, milk, water, and melted butter until smooth.
2. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and pour in a small amount of batter, tilting to cover the pan evenly.
3. Cook until the edges start to lift, then flip and cook the other side.
4. In another pan, sauté mushrooms until soft.
5. Fill each crepe with sautéed mushrooms and shredded cheese, folding to close.
6. Serve warm, perhaps with a side of greens.