22 Simple Christmas Breakfast Recipes to Start the Day Right

There's nothing quite like waking up to the smell of a delicious breakfast on Christmas morning. It’s a day filled with joy, laughter, and of course, lots of good food. To help you kick off your festivities, I'm excited to share "22 Simple Christmas Breakfast Recipes to Start the Day Right".

These recipes are easy to make, delightfully delicious, and perfect for starting your holiday off on the right foot. Whether you're hosting a big family gathering or enjoying a quiet morning at home, these recipes will bring a touch of magic and warmth to your breakfast table. So, let’s dive in and get cooking!

1. Classic Pancakes

Nothing beats a stack of fluffy pancakes on a chilly Christmas morning.

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 3 ½ teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 1 ¼ cups milk
• 1 egg
• 3 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
2. Make a well in the center and pour in the milk, egg, and melted butter; mix until smooth.
3. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium-high heat.
4. Pour or scoop the batter onto the griddle, using approximately ¼ cup for each pancake.
5. Brown on both sides and serve hot with syrup or your favorite toppings.

2. Eggnog French Toast

A holiday twist on a breakfast classic, perfect for egghoh lovers.

Ingredients:

• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup eggnog
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 8 slices of bread
• Butter for cooking

Instructions:

1. In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, eggnog, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
2. Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a bit of butter.
3. Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, ensuring it's fully coated.
4. Cook each slice until golden brown on both sides.
5. Serve with powdered sugar and maple syrup.

3. Christmas Morning Casserole

This is a hearty, savory dish that's perfect for feeding a crowd.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound breakfast sausage
• 6 slices of bread, cubed
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 6 large eggs
• 2 cups milk
• 1 teaspoon dry mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook the sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned and crumbled. Drain.
3. In a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, layer the bread cubes, sausage, and cheddar cheese.
4. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, mustard, salt, and pepper. Pour evenly over the sausage mixture.
5. Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes or until eggs are fully set. Let stand for a few minutes before serving.

4. Blueberry Muffins

Fluffy, moist, and bursting with blueberries.

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup white sugar
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ⅓ cup vegetable oil
• 1 egg
• ⅓ cup milk
• 1 cup fresh blueberries

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease muffin cups or line with muffin liners.
2. Combine flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder. Place vegetable oil into a 1-cup measuring cup; add the egg and enough milk to fill the cup.
3. Mix this with flour mixture. Fold in blueberries.
4. Fill muffin cups right to the top, and sprinkle with crumb topping mixture if desired.
5. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until done.

5. Cinnamon Roll Wreath

Sweet, cinnamony goodness shaped into a festive wreath.

Ingredients:

• 1 package refrigerated cinnamon roll dough
• Icing (included with dough)
• Red and green sprinkles

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to temperature specified on the cinnamon roll package.
2. Unroll the cinnamon rolls and form them into a circular wreath shape on a baking sheet.
3. Bake according to package instructions.
4. Once baked and slightly cooled, drizzle with icing and decorate with red and green sprinkles.

6. Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Sandwich

A classic sandwich that's simple yet satisfying.

Ingredients:

• 4 slices of bacon
• 2 eggs
• 2 slices of cheese (cheddar or your favorite)
• 4 slices of bread
• Butter for toasting

Instructions:

1. Cook bacon in a skillet until crispy, then set aside.
2. In the same skillet, fry the eggs to your liking.
3. Butter the bread slices and toast them in the skillet until golden.
4. Assemble the sandwich with bacon, egg, and cheese between two slices of toasted bread.

7. Holiday Smoothie

A refreshing and healthy start to the day with seasonal flavors.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cranberry juice
• 1 banana
• 1 cup frozen mixed berries
• ½ cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon honey
• A dash of cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a blender.
2. Blend until smooth.
3. Pour into glasses and serve immediately.

8. Gingerbread Waffles

Spice up your waffle game with gingerbread flavor.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 2 large eggs
• 1 ¾ cups milk
• ½ cup molasses
• ⅓ cup vegetable oil

Instructions:

1. Preheat your waffle iron.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
3. In another bowl, beat the eggs, then stir in milk, molasses, and oil.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Cook in the preheated waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions until golden brown.

9. Quiche Lorraine

A classic French dish that’s perfect for a festive breakfast.

Ingredients:

• 1 pre-made pie crust
• 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1 ½ cups shredded Swiss cheese
• ⅓ cup finely chopped onion
• 4 large eggs, beaten
• 2 cups light cream
• ¾ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon white sugar
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Fit pie crust into a 9-inch pie plate, set aside.
3. In a large bowl, combine bacon, cheese, and onion. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, cream, salt, sugar, and cayenne pepper.
4. Spread the bacon mixture evenly in the pie crust. Pour the egg mixture over the bacon mixture.
5. Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 300°F (150°C) and bake for an additional 30 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

10. Cranberry Orange Scones

Tangy and sweet, a great breakfast treat.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup cold butter, cubed
• 1 egg
• ¾ cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 1 cup fresh cranberries

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, heavy cream, and orange zest. Add to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in cranberries.
5. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead gently. Shape into a circle about 1 inch thick. Cut into wedges and place on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until golden brown. Serve warm.

11. Christmas Morning Omelette

An easy and customizable dish that everyone will love.

Ingredients:

• 3 large eggs
• ¼ cup milk
• Salt and pepper to taste
• ½ cup shredded cheese
• ½ cup diced ham, bell peppers, onions, or any preferred filling

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
2. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Pour in the egg mixture.
3. As eggs start to set, gently lift edges with a spatula and tilt the pan to allow uncooked eggs to flow underneath.
4. When the eggs are almost set, sprinkle cheese and your choice of fillings on one half of the omelette.
5. Fold the omelette in half and cook for another minute until cheese is melted. Serve hot.

12. Peppermint Hot Chocolate

Warm up with a festive drink perfect for Christmas morning.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups milk
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
• Whipped cream and crushed candy canes for topping

Instructions:

1. In a small pot, heat the milk over medium heat until steaming.
2. Whisk in cocoa powder and sugar until fully dissolved.
3. Remove from heat and stir in peppermint extract.
4. Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream and crushed candy canes. Enjoy!

13. Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal

A hearty and comforting breakfast.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 2 cups milk or water
• 1 apple, peeled and chopped
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In a saucepan over medium heat, bring milk or water to a boil.
2. Stir in oats, apple, cinnamon, and brown sugar.
3. Lower the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the oats and apple are tender, about 5 minutes.
4. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Serve warm.

14. Sausage and Gravy Biscuits

A Southern classic that's perfect for a holiday breakfast.

Ingredients:

• 8 breakfast sausage links
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups milk
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 4 large biscuits, split and toasted

Instructions:

1. Cook the sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Remove sausage and set aside.
2. Using the drippings in the pan, add the flour and stir constantly for about 2 minutes.
3. Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until the gravy thickens.
4. Season with salt and black pepper.
5. Return the sausage to the skillet, warm through, and serve over split biscuits.

15. Spinach and Feta Scramble

A nutritious and flavorful start to your day.

Ingredients:

• 4 large eggs
• ¼ cup milk
• 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
• ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
2. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the spinach, cooking until just wilted.
3. Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and cook, stirring gently, until the eggs are just set.
4. Sprinkle with feta cheese and stir gently to combine. Serve immediately.

16. Christmas Cranberry Bread

This festive bread is packed with cranberries and a hint of orange.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup fresh cranberries, chopped
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• ¾ cup orange juice
• ¼ cup vegetable oil
• 1 large egg, beaten

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Stir in cranberries and orange zest.
4. In another bowl, combine orange juice, vegetable oil, and egg. Pour into the flour mixture and stir just until blended.
5. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
6. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove to a wire rack to cool completely.

17. Maple Pecan Granola

Crunchy, sweet, and perfect for yogurt or milk.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• ⅓ cup shredded coconut
• ⅓ cup maple syrup
• ⅓ cup coconut oil, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, mix oats, pecans, and coconut.
3. In another bowl, whisk together maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until everything is well coated.
5. Spread the granola mixture in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown.
7. Let cool completely before storing in an airtight container.

18. Smoked Salmon Bagel

A sophisticated yet simple breakfast option.

Ingredients:

• 4 bagels, halved and toasted
• 8 ounces smoked salmon
• 1 cup cream cheese
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• Capers and fresh dill for garnish

Instructions:

1. Spread a generous amount of cream cheese on each toasted bagel half.
2. Top with slices of smoked salmon.
3. Add red onion slices, capers, and fresh dill on top.
4. Serve immediately.

19. Raspberry Almond Coffee Cake

A moist and tender coffee cake infused with raspberry and almond flavors.

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup butter, softened
• ¾ cup white sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon almond extract
• ½ cup sour cream
• 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen raspberries
• ½ cup sliced almonds
• Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the almond extract.
4. Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture alternately with the sour cream, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined.
5. Fold in the raspberries gently.
6. Pour batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle with sliced almonds.
7. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Let cool for 10 minutes. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

20. Savory Veggie Breakfast Burritos

A great way to get your vegetables in first thing in the morning.

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small bell pepper, diced
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 small zucchini, diced
• 4 large eggs, beaten
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 tortillas
• 1 cup shredded cheese
• Salsa and sour cream for serving

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add bell pepper, onion, and zucchini and sauté until tender.
2. Push vegetables to one side of the skillet and pour the beaten eggs into the other side, scrambling until cooked through. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Combine vegetables and eggs.
4. Warm tortillas in the microwave for a few seconds until pliable.
5. Spoon the egg and veggie mixture onto each tortilla, sprinkle with cheese, and roll up burrito-style.
6. Serve with salsa and sour cream.

21. Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

A classic, sweet treat with extra indulgence from the chocolate chips.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup butter, softened
• ¾ cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 2 ⅓ cups mashed overripe bananas
• 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar until smooth. Stir in the eggs and mashed bananas until well blended.
4. Stir the banana mixture into the flour mixture just until moistened.
5. Fold in chocolate chips.
6. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
7. Bake for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack.

22. Festive Fruit Salad

A light and refreshing way to balance out a heavy breakfast.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup red grapes, halved
• 1 cup green grapes, halved
• 1 cup diced pineapple
• 1 large apple, chopped
• 2 kiwis, peeled and sliced
• 1 pomegranate, seeds only
• Juice of 1 lime
• Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine red grapes, green grapes, pineapple, apple, kiwi, and pomegranate seeds.
2. Drizzle with lime juice and toss gently to coat.
3. Garnish with fresh mint leaves.
4. Serve chilled.

Conclusion

There you have it, a delightful list of "22 Simple Christmas Breakfast Recipes to Start the Day Right". I hope you find these recipes as joyous to make and eat as I do. Merry Christmas and happy cooking!