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Christmas morning is not complete without a delicious breakfast. Whether you’re craving something sweet, savoury, or a bit of both, these 10 Christmas breakfast ideas are packed with flavour and holiday cheer. We’re serving traditional classics, modern takes, and unique bakes. Let’s dig in!
1. Cinnamon Rolls
There’s something about the smell of freshly baked, glazed cinnamon rolls! wafting through the air—especially on a cozy Christmas morning. Serving tip: This classic pastry gets an extra helping of holiday magic when served with a Gingerbread Almond Latte.
2. English breakfast grazing board
Bring a taste of the U.K. to your holiday! Give the gift of this generous grazing board to share with loved ones. It features British favourites like soft-cooked eggs, rashers, breakfast sausages, Branston pickle, orange marmalade, baked beans, English cheddar and more!
3. Waffles Eggs Benny
Make it eggs Benny for breakfast or brunch, only make it on Compliments Original Belgian Waffles, topped with a few crispy Compliments Tater Treats Potato Nuggets, turkey bacon-style, eggs, and smooth hollandaise. Or choose any one of our other four eggs Benny options.
4. Strawberry-Lemon Crescent Roll Wreath
For those of you who prefer a sweet start to your day, try this no-fuss shortcut to a festive crescent-roll wreath, using strawberry jam, cream cheese, and pre-made crescent-roll dough. Interactive, fun, and fabulous with a cup of tea or coffee to get your day started right.
5. Stuffed Eggnog French Toast
French toast with a festive twist? Yes, please! Simply soak the bread in eggnog, milk, and spices before filling it with cream cheese and a dried cranberry-cherry stuffing. This Stuffed Eggnog French Toast is a rich, delicious must-try for Christmas breakfast or brunch.
6. Jumbleberry Croissant Strata
Take it easy Christmas morning with a sweet berry-studded strata that’s made using day-old croissants. It celebrates ingredients like eggs, cream, orange zest, and frozen jumbleberry blend. It’s bound to become a new family favourite that you won’t be able to resist, even after the holidays.
7. Cannoli Pancakes
Take a time-saving shortcut using Compliments Original Complete Pancake and Waffle Mix when you’ve got unexpected guests or you’re running low on festive fuel. These Cannoli Pancakes are quick and easy, and they use the flavours of a cannoli to bring the kid in everyone out to play with ricotta, chocolate chips, vanilla, and orange zest.
8. Shakshuka
Go off the beaten path with this Middle Eastern–inspired dish featuring eggs poached in a spicy tomato sauce with a side of naan bread for dipping.
9. Spiced Hazelnut Latte
Here’s a coffee that will give you the kick you need to get going on Christmas morning. A recipe like this Spiced Hazelnut Latte is stirred together with cinnamon, clove, nutmeg, brown sugar, and some hazelnut to give it that festive flair. Trust us, you don’t want to sleep on this delicious treat.
10. Sweet Potato Gingerbread Pancakes
These aren’t your ordinary pancakes—they’re Sweet Potato Gingerbread Pancakes! Picture this: fluffy, golden pancakes with a blend of sweet potatoes and a hint of gingerbread spice and everything nice. Whether you’re gathered with family by the fireside or treating yourself to a cozy morning breakfast, these pancakes are the perfect way to celebrate the warmth of the holidays.