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    Home » Christmas

    10+ Christmas Breakfast Recipes

    December 18, 2020 by Amee Leave a Comment

    I've seen lots of recipe roundups out there for Christmas sweets, desserts, and dinner ideas, but I haven't seen any for Christmas breakfasts! Planning your Christmas breakfast might not be something at the top of your to-do list, but come Christmas morning you'll be glad you took a peek at these 15+ Christmas Breakfast Recipes!

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    If you enjoy this post, check out my posts with 20+ Christmas Desserts, 25+ Christmas Cookies, and 12+ Unique Cookies!

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    Sweet Rolls

    We'll start with my own personal favorite: sweet rolls! I just think that sweet rolls are so special and so universally loved that they just make sense for the holidays, right? Oh, and they're super delish, too. 😀

    Closeup of partially eaten chocolate and dulce de leche roll.
    Chocolate Rolls with Espresso Glaze
    These rolls are filled with chocolate-espresso filling, then topped with espresso glaze and crushed chocolate-covered espresso beans! Like a mocha for breakfast!
    Check out this recipe!
    Square image of partially eaten Chocolate Roll with Espresso Glaze on a white plate.
    Funfetti Cinnamon Rolls
    These Funfetti Cinnamon Rolls are soft, gooey, super cinnamony, and topped with a cream cheese glaze! They're also all dressed up for any occasion with lots of rainbow sprinkles! Note that the dough proofs in the refrigerator overnight (8-24 hours) for best flavor, so make sure to leave yourself time!
    Check out this recipe!
    Funfetti Cinnamon Rolls with rainbow sprinkles on top.
    Chocolate Dulce de Leche Rolls
    These soft Chocolate Dulce de Leche Rolls are filled with chocolate filling and homemade dulce de leche, then topped with dulce de leche cream cheese frosting swirled with chocolate ganache! The ultimate in breakfast decadence!
    Check out this recipe!
    Closeup of partially eaten chocolate and dulce de leche roll.
    Almond Rolls with Cherry Glaze
    Filled with homemade almond filling and topped with a gorgeous cherry glaze, you need these Almond Rolls with Cherry Glaze at your next brunch! Or...anytime, really. 😀
    Check out this recipe!
    Closeup of Almond Roll with Cherry Glaze on a white plate with a bite missing.

    Breads & Muffins

    Muffins and quick breads are always a good idea for a busy Christmas morning, because you can make them in advance and have them at the ready!

    Basket of Chocolate Peanut Butter Muffins.
    Buttermilk Chocolate Chip Muffins
    These Buttermilk Chocolate Chip Muffins are soft, moist, and bursting with mini chocolate chips! These muffins are a tried-and-true recipe that you and your family will love!
    Check out this recipe!
    Buttermilk Chocolate Chip Muffins stacked on a silver cooling rack, one with a bite missing.
    Chocolate Peanut Butter Muffins
    These delicious Chocolate Peanut Butter Muffins are soft and moist double chocolate muffins with peanut butter streusel! They're an amazing way to start the day!
    Check out this recipe!
    Closeup of Chocolate Peanut Butter Muffins.
    Lavender Biscuits
    These Lavender Biscuits combine the comforting nostalgia of classic buttermilk biscuits with the enchanting flavor of lavender! Tender, flaky, and just a little sweet, you'll savor each bite!
    Check out this recipe!
    Top view of Lavender Biscuit with butter with a bite missing on parchment paper.
    Butterscotch Banana Muffins
    These Butterscotch Banana Muffins are soft, moist banana muffins with butterscotch chips! A twist on a classic! <3
    Check out this recipe!
    Butterscotch banana muffin on a plate with butterscotch chips and banana slices.
    Peppermint Mocha Muffins
    These Peppermint Mocha Muffins have the magical combination of chocolate, espresso, and peppermint wrapped up in a homemade muffin! These muffins would make a festive addition to a holiday brunch, or a fantastic treat on Christmas morning!
    Check out this recipe!
    Closeup of Peppermint Mocha Muffin on a white plate topped with chocolate chips and crushed candy canes.
    Moist Date Bread
    This Date Bread is moist and delicious with dates, spices, and loads of orange zest!
    Check out this recipe!
    sliced date bread on a cooling rack.
    Nutella Muffins
    These Nutella Muffins are tender buttermilk muffins filled and topped with nutella for a decadent breakfast treat! Mixing up in just one bowl, you'll be making these muffins on repeat!
    Check out this recipe!
    Nutella Muffin with a bite missing on a small metal plate.
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    Everything Else

    So here's the 'miscellaneous' section, but it's not to be overlooked! Scones and madeleines! Cake for breakfast? Yes, pleeeease! <3

    Orange Upside Down Cake
    A just-sweet-enough orange olive oil cake topped with candied navel, cara cara, and blood oranges! Served with a sweetened sour cream, you can definitely sneak this one in as breakfast!
    Check out this recipe!
    Gingerbread Madeleines
    Crisp at the edges and tender in the center, these Gingerbread Madeleines are a holiday treat! With gingerbread spice and a vanilla bean glaze, you can't go wrong!
    Check out this recipe!
    Ginger Scones with Apple Glaze
    These Ginger Scones with Apple Glaze are the perfect blend of spicy and sweet! The scones have the sweet-and-spicy warmth of both fresh and crystallized ginger, and the glaze has a deep, rich apple flavor from reduced apple cider. These scones are the perfect cozy treat for crisp mornings or afternoon tea!
    Check out this recipe!
    A Ginger Scone with Apple Glaze on a fluted plate with an apple chip on top and a white zinnia flower alongside.
    Honey Donuts with Vanilla-Honey Glaze
    Honey Donuts with Vanilla Honey Glaze are soft, fluffy baked honey donuts with a flavorful vanilla bean-honey glaze! Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon pick-me-up!
    Check out this recipe!
    Honey Doughnuts with white chocolate "honeycomb" on parchment paper.

    So don't forget to plan your breakfast! No one wants to be hungry or find themselves without a plan on Christmas morning!  You need something to fill your belly while you drink your coffee and stare at the beautiful mess that Christmas morning has left behind!

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