Holiday Worthy Breakfast and Brunch Recipes

By Chris Scheuer | Updated on December 5, 2021

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A round-up of our favorite special occasion breakfast and brunch recipes. You'll love these easy, delicious and holiday-worthy meals!

It's hard to believe that it's December and time to start planning holiday menus! We love to celebrate holidays and other special occasions with a family brunch.

There's normally some sort of egg dish, ham or bacon, fruit, and something sweet of course! We've gathered some family favorite recipes that are perfect for holiday celebrations. Most of these recipes can be prepped ahead of time, so you're not spending all morning in the kitchen. All of them are crazy delicious and holiday-worthy. Enjoy!

Vertical picture of easy cinnamon rolls on a white cake stand

Make these delicious, easy cinnamon rolls at night (20 minutes) and wake your guests to a heavenly aroma no one will be able to resist!

 

Vertical overhead picture of classic Quiche Lorraine with fresh fruit

This super easy Classic Quiche Lorraine with its creamy, tender custard filling, ribbons of thinly sliced prosciutto and crisp, flaky crust is perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner and makes fabulous leftovers!

 

Vertical picture of overnight french toast cut into a square with fresh fruit with syrup poured on top

You're going to love this crazy delicious overnight Cinnamon Apple French Toast Casserole. Prep it the night before and in the morning, breakfast is easy peasy!

 

Vertical closeup photo of a Ridiculously Easy Buttermilk Biscuit with jam being spooned over the top.

These tall, flaky, Ridiculously Easy Buttermilk Biscuits take less than 10 minutes to throw together. They're also ridiculously delicious!

 

Vertical picture of a stack of pancakes topped with bananas and pecans

This Best Ever Pancakes recipe employs Greek yogurt to make light, tender, super pancakes! Make the batter the night before for an easy breakfast!

 

Vertical overhead picture of Italian Polenta Breakfast Casserole in a white dish

A delicious breakfast/brunch option that's easy to put together and prep ahead, this Italian Polenta Breakfast Casserole is loaded with flavor and makes a great dinner entree too!

 

Vertical picture of easy Almond Croissants on a white cake stand with tea in the background

If you've got 20 minutes, that's all it takes (hands-on time) to put together these Ridiculously Easy Almond Croissants. They look like they came from a fine French patisserie and they're ridiculously delicious too!

 

 

This Maple Walnut Banana Coffee Cake will be the shining star of any breakfast or brunch buffet. It comes together easily, no mixer needed!

 

Vertical picture of baked eggs in bread baskets on a white platter

Easy enough for weekdays, these delicious eggs are also great for brunch get-togethers. The best part? Most of the prep work can be done in advance!

 

Vertical photo of Orange Cranberry Scones on a cooling rack with glaze drizzled over the top.

These Easy Orange Cranberry Scones are melt-in-your-mouth delicious and can be made ahead. Pop them in the oven just before serving,  for easy entertaining!

 

Vertical picture of gingerbread morning glory muffins on a white cake stand

Gingerbread Morning Glory Muffins- Perfect for breakfast, brunch and snacking, these delicious, healthy muffins with lots of gingerbread flavor are always a crowd-pleaser.
Overhead picture of Butternut Bacon Spinach Quiche on a white platter

Looking for a delicious way to celebrate fall? This Butternut Bacon Spinach Quiche is so easy (with a store-bought crust and no parbaking) and is perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner!

Thought for the day:

The true light, which gives light to everyone,
was coming into the world.
He was in the world,
and the world was made through Him.
John 1:9-10

What we're listening to for inspiration:

Oh Holy Night

 

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