12 Delicious Holiday Brunch Ideas
Celebrate Christmas morning with a delightful holiday brunch that brings the whole family together. Mix savory with sweet dishes and refreshing beverages. The holiday menu is up to you to make and for your loved ones to enjoy with these delicious suggestions that will take your holiday table to the next level.
Your festive Christmas brunch menu might feature a mouthwatering sausage egg breakfast casserole, or perhaps you prefer a spinach and feta cheese quiche. You can also make a Christmas wreath with crescent dough and fill it with eggs and chorizo.
For a sweet touch, try baking a raspberry coffee cake with yummy cream cheese or make tres leches waffles to delight kids of all ages. Accompany these decadent dishes with sweet treats such as banana bread and cocoa powdered or cinnamon sugar donuts, creating the perfect menu for any special occasion during the holiday season.
Elevate your brunch table with a gingerbread pancakes, drizzled with maple syrup, or serve up a complete breakfast with a shepherd’s skillet. So many great and easy recipes to choose from that use simple ingredients from your local grocery store!
To add a festive twist, consider Christmas breakfast ideas like strawberry mimosas and holiday cocktails like a cranberry mimosa. Include fresh fruit platters and English muffins or garlic rolls, offering a great addition to the brunch table.
Celebrating Hanukkah? Remember to serve latkes and sufganiyot or donuts.
Regardless of which holidays you celebbrate, don’t forget to include coffee, tea, hot cocoa, orange juice and cranberry juice along with the sweet baked goods.
Remember to indulge in leftover treats from your Hanukkah or Christmas Eve dinner. Don’t forget a classic baked French toast casserole with apple pie flavors – the perfect brunch item for this time of year using leftover challah bread.
Creating a memorable brunch during the holiday season is so easy, especially if you plan ahead and find creative ways to serve leftovers. Gather around delightful flavors enjoying the warmth of the holiday season with your loved ones. Here are my favorite easy holiday brunch recipes that allow you to enjoy good food without the stress.
Delicious Holiday and Christmas Brunch Recipes
Mouthwatering Tres Leches Waffles
These Latin-inspired tres leches (three milks) waffles are one of my favorite brunch recipes They are soaked in a syrup made from 3 different kinds of milk and garnished with berries. Yum!
Gingerbread Pancakes
These thick & fluffy gingerbread pancakes are perfect for your holiday brunch and the best part? You can make them now & freeze them for later to save time.
Raspberry Cream Cheese Coffee Cake
This tasty sour cream coffee cake is topped with a sweetened layer of cream cheese, jam, then streusel and nuts for a marvelous brunch treat!
Spinach Feta Cheese Quiche
Made with just a few simple ingredients, this easy Spinach Feta Quiche is a delicious brunch recipe. This savory egg dish will become a favorite dish.
Bacon Mushroom Strata Bread Pudding
This savoy bacon mushroom bread pudding is soft and custardy with salty bacon and flavorful mushrooms. The type of savory bread pudding you want to take to any brunch.
Sausage Egg Casserole
This easy make-ahead Sausage Egg Casserole is a family favorite recipe and perfect for your Holiday brunch spread!
The Best Gluten-Free Lemon Blueberry Scones
If you need to stay away from gluten, these lemon blueberry scones are beyond delicious but celiac-friendly. The lemon only accentuates the natural blueberry flavor and the glaze adds the perfect touch.
Shepherd’s Breakfast Skillet
This Shepherd’s Breakfast Skillet recipe is perfect for holiday brunches! This is absolutely a complete meal all on its own, with the perfect blend of protein, carbs and dairy to fill up your bellies!
Chorizo and Eggs Christmas Wreath
Transform comforting huevos con chorizo into a festive breakfast for eight using store-bought crescent rolls. It’s a beautiful edible centerpiece for your holiday breakfasts, and so easy!
Fluffy peanut butter, banana and chocolate chip pancakes
This peanut butter, banana, and chocolate chip oat pancakes recipe is beyond delicious and so filling! It’s a family favorite any time of year.
Strawberry Mimosa
This strawberry mimosa recipe is made with fresh squeezed orange juice and pureed strawberries. It is a delicious and festive drink perfect for Sunday brunch or any holiday.
High protein mango pineapple smoothie bowl
Make a high protein, healthy mango pineapple smoothie bowl to sneak in extra protein and vitamin C into your holiday morning.
Warm Holiday Beverages
What about coffee? Or cozy hot beverages? Here are my top suggestions for the perfect holiday breakfast:
Strawberry Nesquik “Hot Cocoa” Bombs
If you enjoy hot cocoa bombs, you are going to love these strawberry Nesquik bombs. Yes, they are just like hot chocolate bombs but taste like strawberries and cream.
Pumpkin spice latte copycat recipe
Want to make pumpkin spice latte at home? We found the best copycat recipe and it takes less than 10 minutes!
Kinder Egg Hot Chocolate Bombs
Make your own hot chocolate bombs in a few minutes using Kinder eggs or similar chocolate eggs. This recipe even has crushed candy cane!
The Best Nutella Hot Cocoa Bombs
Looking for the most decadent hot chocolate bombs? These Nutella hot cocoa bombs are simply THE Best.
Top Tips To Elevate Your Brunch Table
Create a visually stunning holiday brunch table by incorporating clever and festive presentation ideas.
Arrange fresh fruit platters in the shape of a Christmas tree for a delightful centerpiece, and sprinkle cranberries around for a pop of color. Serve your delicious recipes in individual portions, like mini breakfast casseroles in festive ramekins or personalized baked French toast in charming mugs.
Elevate your brunch table with a DIY mimosa bar featuring different flavored juices and garnishes, allowing guests to create their own signature drinks.
Use holiday-themed serving dishes and utensils to add a touch of seasonal flair. For a creative twist, present coffee cakes or sweet baked goods on tiered stands.
Incorporate edible decorations, such as sugared cranberries or orange zest curls, to add a festive touch to your dishes. Use holiday-themed napkin folds or tie utensils with blue, silver, red or green ribbons for a charming and cohesive look.
These thoughtful presentation ideas will not only enhance the visual appeal of your holiday brunch but also contribute to the festive and joyful ambiance for your guests.
What are your best Christmas brunch ideas? Share them with me on Instagram and Pinterest!
More Delicious Brunch Recipes
- The Best Blueberry Muffin Top Cookies
- Amazing Gluten Free Lemon Blueberry Muffins
- Decadent Gluten-Free Flourless Chocolate Brownies
- Refreshing Christmas Cocktail: Cranberry Mimosas
