The holidays are already around the corner. Whether you’re having a big spread with lots of family members joining you or just a simple quiet morning with immediate family in the house, the holiday morning still needs to feel and taste extra special. Â Here is a collection of 25 Best Holiday Breakfast and Brunch Recipes that are split up between sweet and savory recipes.
There are recipes here that’ll be great for kiddos and adults alike. Also, under the savory recipe section, I have some vegetarian options as well. Within the mix of 25 recipes you will find dietary options that work various guests’ needs as well.
Sweet Holiday Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
There’s nothing like indulging in a little sweet treat over the holidays. These breakfast sweets are well worth taking a break from the diet for.
Gingerbread Coffee Cake | Cinnamon & Sage Co.
Craving Gingerbread, but not the cookies or a gingerbread house? Gingerbread coffee cake is the perfect thing for a holiday brunch. Kaeleigh says, “This holiday season, treat your family to a Gingerbread Coffee Cake they won’t forget. Ideal for either breakfast or dessert, this sweet spiced cake is covered with a crumbly topping.”
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Pumpkin Biscotti | Little Nonni
Here’s a great recipe you can make the day before a holiday for the next morning. Enjoy this biscotti with your morning cup of coffee in preparation for all the cooking you’re doing that day. Maria of Little Nonni says, “You’ll fall in love with these pumpkin biscotti! With warm spices and rich pumpkin flavor, they’re the perfect cozy treat with coffee or tea.”
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White Chocolate Cranberry Muffins | Cinnamon & Sage Co.
I love how unique these muffins are, made with white chocolate instead of dark or semi-sweet chocolate. It makes for a unique and delicious combination! Kaeleigh of Cinnamon and Sage Co says, “These White Chocolate Cranberry Muffins prove that white chocolate and sweetened dried cranberries really do make the best flavor combination. “
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Sourdough Pumpkin Waffles | Sourdough Brandon
Give into your pumpkin spice cravings with these delicious pumkin waffles! Brandon of Sourdough Brandon says, "Sourdough Pumpkin Waffles are easy to make and are a perfect cozy fall breakfast. The fluffy waffles are made with 100% pumpkin puree and spiced to perfection."
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Gingerbread Cookie Overnight Oats | Liv’s Little Muffins
I’ve never even thought to make gingerbread flavored overnight oats till I discovered this recipe! Olivia of Liv’s Little Muffins shares, “Gingerbread cookie overnight oats are full of warm spices and molasses. A perfect healthy option to satisfy any dessert holiday cravings.” What’s not to love?!
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Apple Overnight French Toast Casserole | Cincy Shopper
Enjoy the essence of apple pie with this scrumptious Apple French Toast Casserole. The beauty is you can prep this the night before and just pop it in the oven on Christmas morning, ready in about an hour. Jen of Cincy Shopper says, “This Apple Overnight French Toast Casserole makes it easy to serve a crowd a filling breakfast. It’s filled with diced apples and a delicious brown sugar cinnamon streusel topping.”
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Puff Pastry Cinnamon Pinwheels | Food Nutters
I just love how easy this recipe is using puff pastry! What a great holiday treat for the kiddos on Christmas morning and way better than store-bought cinnamon buns with all sorts of added preservatives. Mariama of Food Nutters says, “This is an easy recipe for delicious puff pastry cinnamon pinwheels. They are a perfect quick dessert that can be prepared in minutes.”
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Sourdough Pumpkin Streusel Coffee Cake | Farmhouse Harvest
My mouth waters just thinking about this recipe! Juliea of Farmhouse Harvest says this moist sourdough pumpkin streusel coffee cake “is perfect for a quick morning break, or for a fall brunch!”
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Pumpkin & Gingerbread Baked Oatmeal | Craving Something Healthy
Once again, gingerbread and now pumpkin are the star ingredients this holiday season. Make a rib sticking special breakfast with this pumpkin & gingerbread baked oatmeal. Anne of Craving Something Healthy says this recipe “has ALL the flavors of your favorite time of the year. It’s a perfect holiday make-ahead breakfast.”
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Buttery Date Scones with Walnuts | Life Around the Table
These flaky and buttery little scones make the best holiday breakfast even better! These are a great addition to a holiday brunch. Christy of Life Around the Table shares that these sweet treats are, “tender, buttery date scones made with walnuts. A perfect breakfast, brunch or snack to enjoy with coffee! And they’re naturally sweetened.”
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Pumpkin Spice Pancakes (with Pumpkin Pie Spice)
Be thankful this holiday season and satisfy your fall cravings with these delicious, easy to make pumpkin pie spice pancakes. Made with real pumpkin and warm spices, these pancakes are a must-try!
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The Easiest Sourdough Discard Cinnamon Rolls Ever | A Blossoming Life
If you have a sourdough starter in your refrigerator, these sticky buns are a must try! The bonus is they’re easy to make in only 30 minutes! Amy of A Blossoming Life shares that, “These are the easiest sourdough discard cinnamon rolls you will ever make. Soft, sweet, and full of cinnamon goodness.” I agree 100%.
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Christmas Fruit Salad | Two Healthy Kitchens
This gorgeous salad is as delicious as it looks, a prefect festive dish for a holiday breakfast/brunch. Shelley of Two Healthy Kitchens says, this "layered Christmas Fruit Salad with holiday flavors! More magical than typical recipes, but so quick and easy (prep ahead, too)!"
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Savory Breakfast & Brunch Recipes
For those who don’t like to feel weighed down and sugar crash before the actual holiday kicks off, here are some delicious savory breakfast options. Vegetarian options are included below as well.
Sweet Potato Hash and Egg Breakfast Cups | Regain Your Sparkle
These adorable breakfast cups are a savory sensation in brunch recipes. Jenn of Regain your Sparkle says they're "An easy brunch or breakfast, these sweet potato hash and egg breakfast cups feature a healthy sweet potato nest with a cracked egg and bacon."
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Sweet Potato Sausage Breakfast Casserole | Chew Out Loud
This savory sweet potato breakfast dish will hit the spot! Amy of Chew Out Loud shares, “This Sweet Potato Sausage Breakfast Casserole is outstanding. It’s a healthy breakfast casserole that happens to be Whole30 and Paleo. Just wake ’n bake…”
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Maple Bacon Sweet Potato Hash Recipe | Delicious Little Bites
This simple 4 ingredient recipe has a touch of sweet with salty savory for a yummy side dish to please the masses over the holidays. Lauren from Delicious Little Bites shares, "This easy-to-make Maple Bacon Sweet Potato Hash is a delicious sweet and savory recipe made with sweet potatoes, bacon, cinnamon, and maple syrup. It’s the perfect side dish for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner!"
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Sheet Pan Eggs Benedict | XOXO Bella
I am a HUGE fan of eggs benedict, so this recipe gives me so much joy, especially because it makes a big breakfast. It'll make your guests feel extra special when you serve it. Bella of XOXOBella says it's, "A little more unusual than the classic eggs benedict recipe but every bit as good, or even better, this tasty dish with homemade hollandaise sauce, Canadian bacon, potatoes, asparagus, and more, makes a great special occasion brunch."
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Pancake and Sausage Bites | Razzle Dazzle Life
These adorably delicious breakfast bites are perfect for a holiday brunch and a fun way to start a holiday morning. Tamara from Razzle Dazzle Life says these "Pancake and Sausage Bites are mini pancakes baked with sausage crumbles, maple syrup, and shredded cheese. Easy breakfast in 30 minutes!"
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Egg & Sausage Overnight Breakfast Casserole | Haute & Healthy Living
Here's another make-ahead breakfast idea with breakfast sausage. It's easy to make with some bell peppers and cheddar cheese in just a few easy steps. Elysia from Haute and Healthy Eating says, "This Overnight Breakfast Casserole is easy, healthy and delicious! It can be made in advance and is perfect for serving to a crowd."
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Sausage Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sliders | JCP Eats
Who doesn't love sliders?! These sliders are a great way to feed a crowd quickly. JC of JCP Easts says, "My Sausage Egg and Cheese Breakfast Sliders are an easy, filling breakfast option perfect for you or the entire family!"
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Slow Cooker Breakfast Casserole | Diethood
This slow cooker recipe will cook overnight making the morning a breeze. Katerina from Diethood says, "Wake up to this slow cooker breakfast casserole recipe loaded with cheesy hash browns, sausage, and eggs. Perfect for holiday mornings!"
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Savory Vegetarian Breakfast Options
When it comes to serving up family and friends with various dietary needs, there needs to be at least one delicious vegetarian option for the no-meat eaters. Here are some great options that can can all be modified to vegan easily as well.
Green Chili Egg Casserole | The Dinner Bell
I'm a sucker for anything with green chili. I love the heat and flavor of green chili and this recipe is full of protein to help keep guests satiated for hours. Joanie from The Dinner Bell says, "Green Chili Egg Casserole is our family’s favorite breakfast casserole recipe with a southwest flavor. It’s super easy, mild in flavor and can be made the night before to make your morning a breeze."
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Make Ahead Quiche Recipe | The Herbeevore
This meatless simple quiche with a store-bought pie crust make quiche a breeze to make. Kelly from The Herbeevore says this "Make ahead quiche recipe is easy, tasty, & great for breakfast, brunch, or holidays – prep the night before, or freeze & cook from frozen!"
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Christmas Croissant Breakfast Casserole | Erica’s Recipes
This "red" and "green" festive looking casserole is a tasty as it looks, loaded up with veggies cheese and of course croissants. It's a easy make-ahead option to take some work out of cooking first thing in the morning. Erica of Erica's Recipes says, "Christmas Croissant Breakfast Casserole is a vegetarian croissant egg bake assembled in advance and baked the next day. Perfect brunch idea."
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Super Easy Frittata Cavolo Recipe | Refresh My Health
This layered delicious breakfast recipe is a unique egg based dish made with a layer of cabbage, veggies and cheese. Marcel of Refresh My Health shares that this recipe is "Delicious by its own and AMAZING with Danish rye bread."
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