Easy Christmas breakfast menus for a joyful morning

Christmas morning arrives in a flurry of joy and peaceful stillness — the glow of the tree, the rustling of wrapping paper, and hearts full of gratitude for the newborn King. But between stockings, Mass, and sleepy smiles, there’s one more gift to unwrap: a warm, joyful breakfast to share with loved ones. These simple menus make it easy to gather around the table without stress, whether you’re preparing ahead or cooking on the spot.

Make ahead menu

Overnight breakfast strata: This make-ahead holiday breakfast is super quick to prep, then pop in the oven the next morning!

Homemade cinnamon rolls: This recipe yields fluffy cinnamon rolls that can be prepared the night before or frozen ahead of time, then baked for the classic, nostalgic Christmas breakfast treat. Not in the mood to make cinnamon rolls from scratch? Try the viral cinnamon roll method for enhanced canned cinnamon rolls. 

Christmas tree fruit platter: Add a special touch to the breakfast table with a fruit platter displayed like a Christmas tree. This is the perfect task to get the kids involved, and you can prep the night before or the morning of while the strata and cinnamon rolls are baking. 

Last-minute menu

Egg frittata: Frittata is one of the fastest breakfast recipes to cook up in a pinch, but it is wildly customizable and still impressive. You can make the frittata with tomatoes, spinach, and mozzarella for some extra Christmas flair. 

Eggnog pancakes: Soft, fluffy pancakes enriched with decadent eggnog. Drizzle with maple syrup and dollop with whipped cream. 

Winter fruit parfaits: A fresh and bright breakfast addition, complete with winter fruits. The best fruits for winter include apples, pears, oranges, pomegranates, and kiwis. 

Other accompaniments

 Mimosas: 

• Orange juice, cranberry juice, pomegranate juice
• Champagne or prosecco
• Cointreau 
• Sparkling grape juice or Sprite (for the kids or a non-alcoholic option)

Hot chocolate:

• Hot chocolate mix
• Marshmallows
• Whipped cream
• Candy canes
• Sprinkles

Coffee: 

• Sugar, honey, and/or syrups
• Creamer or whipped cream
• Bacon or breakfast sausage
• Muffins, scones, or pastries

As the dishes are cleared and laughter fills the house, take a quiet moment to remember why this morning feels so special. The first meal of Christmas isn’t just about food — it’s about the joy of family, gratitude, and the Light that entered the world that holy night. May your breakfast table be a reflection of that love: simple, beautiful, and filled with peace.

What are some of your Christmas morning traditions? Tell us what Christmas breakfast dishes you’ll be making this year in the comments. 

Merry Christmas!