After a big Christmas Eve dinner, you’ll want to start the day with a delicious and hearty breakfast or brunch recipe. These festive holiday breakfast ideas will be a hit with kids and adults alike. They can be made ahead of time and are easy to heat up and serve on Christmas morning so you can spend more time opening presents, getting the kids ready for Santa or even just relaxing with your family. From cinnamon rolls with a sweet gingerbread twist to an egg bake that’s full of cheese and bacon, there are plenty of options for Christmas breakfast and brunch. You’ll also find plenty of Christmas breakfast pastries and donuts that make the perfect addition to your festive morning meal. Hungry Happening has a fun Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer pancake idea, Cooking Classy has cute gingerbread pancakes with whipped cream and sugar, Petite Allergy Treats serves up a gluten-free and dairy-free donut recipe and A Beautiful Mess has a super festive candy cane chocolate breakfast that even Santa would approve of!
Another great option for Christmas brunch or breakfast is a holiday-themed parfait. Taking inspiration from the French dessert clafoutis, this fruity and filling dish is perfect for breakfast or dessert. You can use any kind of fruit you have on hand, but berries and peaches are classic choices for a Christmas morning parfait. This recipe also makes a great potluck breakfast for a holiday get together, just make extra parfaits to give everyone a chance to try them all.