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50 Best Christmas Brunch Recipes for a Special Holiday Morning

Serve them up before or after opening the gifts!

Headshot of Kara ZaubermanBy Kara Zauberman
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Caitlin Bensel

A festive Christmas brunch is one of Ree Drummond's favorite holiday traditions. "Our first order of business is opening presents," Ree says, "then, it's time to eat!" So, when it comes time for brunch, the Drummond family goes all out. They usually have fried quail, biscuits, and gravy on their Christmas breakfast menu. Plus, Ree's cinnamon rolls are a holiday must! Luckily, we've got those recipes and so much more, including make-ahead breakfast casseroles, gingerbread muffins, and Christmas morning punch. So go ahead and put on those matching family pajamas because this year is going to be the most festive one yet.

Looking for a cozy Christmas breakfast your family will love? Try the homemade sausage gravy, the hot chocolate pancakes, or the cinnamon-pecan yeasted waffles that's great for making ahead. In fact, you can even prep a lot of these recipes on Christmas Eve so all you need to do in the morning is heat them up. For example, the sausage breakfast casserole can be fully assembled, covered, and refrigerated up to two days in advance—it'll make your holiday morning even easier. With these Christmas brunch recipes, you'll be well on your way to a day filled with delicious bites—oh, and there are even a few Christmas cocktails that are perfect for sipping on throughout the day. (Who's up for a cranberry mimosa?)

1

White Chocolate Croissant Bread Pudding

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Caitlin Bensel

Between the buttery croissants and the white chocolate custard, this breakfast dish is all about the decadence. Add some fresh fruit to brighten things up and a dollop of whipped cream for good measure.

Get the White Chocolate Croissant Bread Pudding recipe.

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2

Candied Bacon

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Hector M. Sanchez

Crispy bacon is a no-brainer for breakfast, but sweet and spicy bacon is even better for the holidays! It feels like a treat served up with biscuits and eggs.

Get the Candied Bacon recipe.

3

Tiramisu Overnight Oats

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Caitlin Bensel

Calling all coffee lovers! This make-ahead breakfast is a fun twist on a coffee-flavored dessert. Plus, it won't fill you up too much before the big Christmas dinner.

Get the Tiramisu Overnight Oats recipe.

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4

Country Gravy

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Caitlin Bensel

For a brunch like the Drummonds, make this creamy country gravy with biscuits and fried quail. Or, simply serve it up with your favorite sausage patties. Either way, it's delicious!

Get the Country Gravy recipe.

5

Sheet Pan Pancakes

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Caitlin Bensel

Hosting a crowd for the holidays? This is the easiest way to serve up pancakes to a big family. You don't even need to worry about flipping!

Get the Sheet Pan Pancakes recipe.

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6

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins

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Caitlin Bensel

Pumpkin spice season isn't over yet! These muffins will be a warm and cozy way to wake up on any holiday morning.

Get the Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins recipe.

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7

Gingerbread-Spiced Cinnamon Rolls

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Caitlin Bensel

You can't go wrong with classic cinnamon rolls, but this is the holidays we're talking about! So, why not try an amp-ed up version made with the warm flavors of gingerbread?!

Get the Gingerbread-Spiced Cinnamon Rolls recipe.

8

Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

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Caitlin Bensel

You can assemble this entire casserole on Christmas Eve, then bake it the next morning! And with the crispy tater tot topping, your friends and family will be happy you did.

Get the Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole recipe.

9

Cinnamon-Pecan Yeasted Waffles

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Caitlin Bensel

These waffles get nice and fluffy thanks to the active dry yeast, so they're perfect for making in a Belgian waffle iron. Top them off with candied pecans and maple syrup for a restaurant-worthy holiday brunch.

Get the Cinnamon-Pecan Yeasted Waffles recipe.

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10

Christmas Morning Punch

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Caitlin Bensel

This Christmas punch is alcohol free so it's great for the whole family. Of course, you can always add a splash of champagne for a boozy brunch twist.

Get the Christmas Morning Punch recipe.

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11

Ambrosia Salad

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Caitlin Bensel

Is it a salad, a dessert, a breakfast? Who cares! It's loaded with marshmallows, fruit, and coconut—and that's good enough for us!

Get the Ambrosia Salad recipe.

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12

Gingerbread Muffins

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Caitlin Bensel

These gorgeous, spiced muffins look like they came straight from the bakery. Especially when they're topped with streusel, icing, and sparkling sugar.

Get the Gingerbread Muffins recipe.

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13

Christmas Deviled Eggs

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Caitlin Bensel

These adorable Deviled eggs look like mini Christmas trees. They even have diced red bell peppers to represent bite-sized ornaments.

Get the Christmas Deviled Eggs recipe.

14

Cranberry Scones

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Caitlin Bensel

Sweet-tart cranberries are the star ingredient in these homemade scones. They're studded throughout the tender dough and used to make the pretty cranberry glaze.

Get the Cranberry Scones recipe.

15

Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Pastries

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Caitlin Bensel

For those who prefer a savory brunch, look no further than these hand-held egg and cheese pastries! There's even a slice of bacon in the middle!

Get the Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Pastries recipe.

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16

Cranberry Mimosa

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Caitlin Bensel

You can't have brunch without mimosas! And this holiday-inspired version is perfect for Christmas Day. It has cranberry juice, frozen cranberries, and an orange twist.

Get the Cranberry Mimosa recipe.

17

Sour Cream Coffee Cake

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Caitlin Bensel

While there's no actual coffee used in the making of this cake, a slice of the streusel-topped Bundt would be perfect with your morning cup of coffee.

Get the Sour Cream Coffee Cake recipe.

18

Crock-Pot Breakfast Casserole

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Caitlin Bensel

If your oven and stovetop are already doing double duty for your Christmas dinner, then this easy crock-pot recipe will come in handy! You can wake up to fluffy eggs, chorizo, and hash browns without taking up any of that precious kitchen space.

Get the Crock-Pot Breakfast Casserole recipe.

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19

Walnut Brownie Baked Oatmeal

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Caitlin Bensel

Chocolate lovers will appreciate this dessert-like breakfast. It's made with all the fudgy flavors of brownies, but it's perfectly nutritious thanks to the oats.

Get the Walnut Brownie Baked Oatmeal recipe.

20

Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Casserole

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Ralph Smith

Here's a fun idea for doctoring up store-bought cinnamon roll dough: Turn it into a casserole! It's sweet, comforting, and so easy to make.

Get Ree's Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Casserole recipe.

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