30 Delicious Boxing Day Brunch Recipes to Savor the Holidays

Boxing Day has always been a cherished time for me. It's the perfect day to relax after the Christmas frenzy, gather with loved ones, and enjoy some delicious food. Whether you're hosting a casual get-together or simply unwinding at home, there's nothing quite like a hearty brunch to keep the holiday spirit alive.

That's why I've put together "30 Delicious Boxing Day Brunch Recipes to Savor the Holidays." These recipes are sure to delight everyone at your table, from savory dishes to sweet treats. Let's dive into these scrumptious ideas and make your Boxing Day brunch unforgettable!

1. Classic Eggs Benedict

A brunch staple that's always a hit.

Ingredients:

• 4 English muffins, split and toasted
• 8 slices Canadian bacon
• 8 large eggs
• 1 batch Hollandaise sauce
• Fresh chives, chopped (optional)

Instructions:

1. Toast the English muffins until golden brown.
2. Cook the Canadian bacon in a skillet over medium heat until fully heated.
3. Poach the eggs by cracking them into simmering water and cook until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny.
4. Assemble by placing a slice of Canadian bacon on each muffin half, topping with a poached egg, and drizzling with Hollandaise sauce.
5. Garnish with chopped chives, if desired.

2. Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

A sweet twist on your usual pancakes.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 2 cups buttermilk
• 2 large eggs
• ¼ cup butter, melted
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 1 tbsp cinnamon
• 3 tbsp melted butter (for the filling)
• Cream cheese glaze

Instructions:

1. Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
2. In another bowl, combine buttermilk, eggs, butter, and vanilla.
3. Mix wet ingredients into dry until just combined.
4. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter for the filling.
5. Pour a scoop of batter onto a skillet and swirl in the cinnamon mixture.
6. Cook until bubbles form and edges are set, then flip.
7. Drizzle with cream cheese glaze before serving.

3. Avocado Toast with Poached Eggs

Healthy and fulfilling to start your day right.

Ingredients:

• 4 slices whole grain bread, toasted
• 2 ripe avocados
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 large eggs, poached
• Red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions:

1. Mash avocados with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
2. Spread the avocado mixture over the toasted bread.
3. Top each slice with a poached egg.
4. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes if desired.

4. Ricotta Pancakes with Berry Compote

Fluffy pancakes with a fruity topping.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 ¼ cups flour
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• Mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
• ¼ cup sugar (for the compote)
• 1 tsp lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Mix ricotta, eggs, milk, and vanilla in a bowl.
2. In a separate bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Fold wet ingredients into dry until just combined.
4. Cook pancakes on a griddle until bubbles form and edges are set, then flip.
5. For the compote, heat berries, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat until berries break down and mixture thickens.
6. Serve pancakes topped with berry compote.

5. Huevos Rancheros

A zesty, flavorful dish straight from Mexico.

Ingredients:

• 4 corn tortillas
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup salsa
• 4 large eggs
• ¼ cup chopped cilantro
• ½ cup crumbled feta

Instructions:

1. Heat the tortillas in a dry skillet until warm and slightly crispy.
2. Warm the black beans in a saucepan until hot.
3. Cook the eggs to your liking (fried or poached).
4. Assemble by layering beans, salsa, eggs, cilantro, and feta on each tortilla.
5. Serve immediately.

Continue following the same structure for the rest of the recipes:

6. Belgian Waffles

Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• ¼ cup sugar
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 2 large eggs, separated
• 1 ¾ cups milk
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
2. In another bowl, beat egg yolks with milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla.
3. Combine wet and dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
4. Beat egg whites until stiff peaks form, then fold into the batter.
5. Cook waffles in a preheated waffle iron until golden brown.
6. Serve with your favorite toppings like whipped cream and fresh fruit.

7. Spinach and Feta Quiche

A savory and elegant brunch dish.

Ingredients:

• 1 pie crust
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cups fresh spinach
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup milk
• 1 cup crumbled feta
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F and blind bake the pie crust for 10 minutes.
2. Sauté onions in olive oil until soft, then add spinach and cook until wilted.
3. In a bowl, whisk eggs, heavy cream, and milk.
4. Add cooked spinach and onion, and feta cheese.
5. Pour mixture into the pie crust.
6. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until set and golden brown.

8. Buttermilk Biscuits and Gravy

Comfort food at its finest.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• ½ cup butter, cold and diced
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 lb breakfast sausage
• ¼ cup flour (for the gravy)
• 2 cups milk
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 450°F. Mix flour, salt, and baking powder in a bowl.
2. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Stir in buttermilk until dough forms.
4. Roll out dough and cut biscuits. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes.
5. In a skillet, brown sausage, then sprinkle flour and cook for 2 minutes.
6. Slowly add milk, stirring constantly, until gravy thickens.
7. Season with salt and pepper, and serve over warm biscuits.

9. Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

Tangy, sweet, and perfect for brunch.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tbsp poppy seeds
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• ½ cup butter, melted
• 2 large eggs
• Zest and juice of 2 lemons

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a muffin tin with liners.
2. Mix flour, sugar, poppy seeds, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In another bowl, combine yogurt, melted butter, eggs, lemon zest, and juice.
4. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
5. Fill muffin liners ¾ full and bake for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

10. Shakshuka

A flavorful North African dish that’s perfect for brunch.

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• ¼ tsp chili powder
• 1 can crushed tomatoes
• 4 large eggs
• Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
2. Sauté onion and bell pepper until soft, about 10 minutes.
3. Add garlic, cumin, paprika, and chili powder, and cook for 1 minute.
4. Pour in crushed tomatoes, bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
5. Make wells in the sauce and crack an egg into each.
6. Cover and cook until eggs are set.
7. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

11. French Toast Casserole

Easy and delicious, especially for a crowd.

Ingredients:

• 1 loaf of French bread, cut into cubes
• 8 large eggs
• 2 cups milk
• ½ cup heavy cream
• ¾ cup sugar
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• ½ tsp ground nutmeg
• ½ cup butter, melted
• Maple syrup for serving

Instructions:

1. Grease a 9x13 baking dish and add bread cubes.
2. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Pour over the bread.
3. Drizzle with melted butter.
4. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
5. Preheat oven to 350°F and bake uncovered for 45 minutes or until the top is golden brown.
6. Serve with maple syrup.

12. Smoked Salmon Bagels

Elegant and simple to prepare.

Ingredients:

• 4 bagels, sliced in half and toasted
• 8 oz cream cheese
• 8 oz smoked salmon
• 1 red onion, thinly sliced
• Capers
• Fresh dill

Instructions:

1. Spread cream cheese on each bagel half.
2. Top with slices of smoked salmon.
3. Add red onion slices and capers.
4. Garnish with fresh dill.

13. Cheddar and Chive Scones

Savory scones that are buttery and rich.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ cup cold butter, cubed
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tbsp chopped chives
• 2 large eggs
• ⅓ cup heavy cream

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Stir in cheddar cheese and chives.
5. In another bowl, whisk eggs and heavy cream. Add to the flour mixture until just combined.
6. Turn dough onto a floured surface, knead slightly, and shape into a circle. Cut into wedges.
7. Place scones on the baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes.

14. Vanilla Greek Yogurt with Honey and Granola

Simple, healthy, and satisfying.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups Greek yogurt
• ¼ cup honey
• 1 cup granola
• Fresh berries for topping

Instructions:

1. Spoon Greek yogurt into individual serving bowls.
2. Drizzle honey over each bowl.
3. Top with granola and fresh berries.
4. Serve immediately.

15. Croque Madame

A fancy French sandwich perfect for brunch.

Ingredients:

• 4 slices of thick-cut bread
• 4 slices ham
• 4 slices Gruyère cheese
• 4 large eggs
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp flour
• 1 cup milk
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 450°F. Toast the bread slices in the oven until golden.
2. Melt 1 tbsp butter in a skillet and cook ham slices until heated.
3. Layer ham and cheese on the toast. Place back in the oven until the cheese melts.
4. In a saucepan, melt the remaining butter, whisk in flour, and gradually add milk, cooking until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Fry eggs in a skillet.
6. Pour béchamel sauce over each sandwich and top with a fried egg.

16. Banana Bread with Nuts

Moist and flavorful, this bread is a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ cup butter, softened
• ¾ cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 ⅓ cups mashed bananas
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
2. Combine flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
3. In another bowl, cream butter and brown sugar. Add eggs, mashed bananas, and vanilla.
4. Stir in dry ingredients until just combined. Fold in nuts.
5. Pour batter into the loaf pan and bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

17. Caprese Salad

Fresh, simple, and full of flavor.

Ingredients:

• 4 large tomatoes, sliced
• 1 lb fresh mozzarella, sliced
• Fresh basil leaves
• ¼ cup balsamic glaze
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Arrange tomato and mozzarella slices on a platter.
2. Tuck fresh basil leaves between each slice.
3. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and season with salt and pepper.
4. Serve immediately.

18. Sweet Potato Hash

Flavorful and packed with nutrients.

Ingredients:

• 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 4 large eggs

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss sweet potatoes, bell pepper, and onion with olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes or until tender.
3. Fry or poach eggs to your liking.
4. Serve the hash topped with eggs.

19. Pumpkin Spice Latte

Warm and cozy, perfect for a holiday brunch.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups milk
• 2 tbsp pumpkin puree
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract
• ½ tsp pumpkin pie spice
• ½ cup strong coffee or espresso
• Whipped cream for topping

Instructions:

1. Heat milk, pumpkin puree, and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
2. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and pumpkin pie spice.
3. Pour coffee or espresso into mugs, add milk mixture.
4. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice.

20. Blueberry Muffins

Golden and bursting with juicy blueberries.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ cup butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ cup milk
• 1 ½ cups fresh blueberries

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F and line a muffin tin with liners.
2. Mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla.
4. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk.
5. Fold in blueberries.
6. Fill muffin liners ¾ full and bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

21. Breakfast Tacos

Versatile and delicious.

Ingredients:

• 8 small flour tortillas
• 6 large eggs
• ½ cup milk
• 1 cup shredded cheese
• 1 cup cooked and chopped bacon
• 1 avocado, sliced
• Salsa for topping

Instructions:

1. Warm tortillas in a skillet.
2. Whisk eggs and milk, then scramble in a skillet until just set.
3. Assemble tacos with scrambled eggs, cheese, bacon, avocado slices, and salsa.

22. Spinach and Mushroom Omelette

Nutritious and satisfying.

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp butter
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 4 large eggs
• ¼ cup milk
• Salt and pepper to taste
• ½ cup shredded cheese

Instructions:

1. Heat butter in a skillet. Sauté mushrooms until they release their moisture and start to brown.
2. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
3. Whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
4. Pour egg mixture over vegetables in the skillet. Cook until edges set, then sprinkle with cheese.
5. Fold the omelette and cook until completely set.

23. Maple Bacon Donuts

Sweet and salty, a perfect combination.

Ingredients:

• 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough
• ½ cup maple syrup
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled

Instructions:

1. Preheat a deep fryer to 350°F. Fry biscuit dough until golden brown.
2. Mix maple syrup with powdered sugar to make a glaze.
3. Dip hot donuts in the glaze and top with crumbled bacon.

24. Chia Pudding

Healthy and delicious.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups almond milk
• ½ cup chia seeds
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
• Fresh fruit for topping

Instructions:

1. Mix almond milk, chia seeds, vanilla, and honey in a bowl.
2. Refrigerate overnight or for at least 6 hours.
3. Stir and serve topped with fresh fruit.

25. Crab Cakes Benedict

A seafood twist on the classic.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb lump crab meat
• 1/3 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 4 English muffins
• 4 eggs, poached
• Hollandaise sauce

Instructions:

1. Mix crab meat, breadcrumbs, mayonnaise, egg, mustard, Old Bay seasoning, and parsley. Form into patties.
2. Cook crab cakes in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown on both sides.
3. Toast English muffins and top with crab cakes and poached eggs.

26. Breakfast Burritos

A handheld meal packed with flavor.

Ingredients:

• 8 large flour tortillas
• 1 lb breakfast sausage
• 6 large eggs
• 1 cup shredded cheese
• 1 cup cooked potatoes, diced
• 1 cup salsa
• 1 avocado, sliced

Instructions:

1. Cook sausage in a skillet until browned and crumbled.
2. Whisk eggs in a bowl and scramble them in the same skillet.
3. Warm tortillas in a microwave or on a stovetop.
4. Assemble burritos by layering eggs, sausage, cheese, potatoes, salsa, and avocado slices on each tortilla.
5. Roll up each burrito, tucking in the sides as you go.

27. Fruit Salad with Mint

A refreshing and light brunch option.

Ingredients:

• 1 pineapple, chopped
• 2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 2 cups grapes, halved
• 3 kiwis, peeled and sliced
• 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp lime juice

Instructions:

1. Combine pineapple, strawberries, grapes, and kiwis in a large bowl.
2. Toss with chopped fresh mint.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together honey and lime juice.
4. Drizzle the honey-lime dressing over the fruit and gently toss.
5. Serve chilled.

28. Prosciutto and Melon

Simple yet sophisticated.

Ingredients:

• 1 cantaloupe, peeled and sliced
• 12 slices prosciutto
• Fresh basil leaves

Instructions:

1. Arrange cantaloupe slices on a serving platter.
2. Wrap each slice of cantaloupe with a slice of prosciutto.
3. Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
4. Serve immediately.

29. Nutella Banana Crepes

A sweet and decadent treat.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup flour
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp melted butter
• Nutella, for spreading
• 2 bananas, sliced
• Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, eggs, milk, water, salt, and melted butter until smooth.
2. Heat a lightly oiled griddle or frying pan over medium-high heat.
3. Pour or scoop the batter onto the griddle, using approximately 1/4 cup for each crepe. Tilt the pan to spread the batter evenly.
4. Cook the crepe for about 2 minutes or until the bottom is light brown. Carefully flip with a spatula and cook the other side.
5. Spread Nutella over each crepe, add banana slices, and fold or roll up.
6. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

30. Quinoa Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

Healthy and bursting with flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1 orange, peeled and segmented
• 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
• 1/4 cup chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender and water is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
2. Let quinoa cool, then fluff with a fork.
3. In a large bowl, combine quinoa, orange segments, pomegranate seeds, cilantro, mint, and red onion.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
5. Pour dressing over the quinoa salad and toss to combine.
6. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Conclusion

These 30 delicious Boxing Day brunch recipes to make your holiday celebrations even brighter. Enjoy these dishes with loved ones, and savor the flavors of the season!