Christmas Brunch Ideas
Kick off your holiday celebrations with the best Christmas brunch ideas! We’ve carefully chosen 46 sweet and savory options so you can easily plan your festive menu. There’s an option for everyone to enjoy.
Includes recipes suitable for gluten-free, vegan and vegetarian diets. Weight Watchers points are included in some recipes.

These Christmas brunch ideas are all about bringing joy and cheer to your table with a hearty and tasty spread. Think cinnamon rolls, waffle varieties, vibrant fruit platters, and refreshing cold and hot drinks. Some options are served with crispy bacon, and we have various casseroles, like savory, hearty ham, or sweet brioche French toast.
Don’t miss the specialties like gingerbread cupcakes with spiced buttercream or eggnog cheesecake.
Whether you’re hosting a small group or a big bash, these ideas will make your Christmas brunch memorable. So, prep or mix it up last minute, so you’re set for a memorable holiday. Let’s make this Christmas brunch one to remember!
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Christmas is a special time, filled with delicious goodies and the main meal. We like having a Christmas brunch with family before everyone departs on vacation. And then, for those staying local, we love the big main meal by preparing this Pineapple Brown Sugar Glazed Instant Pot Ham and this Christmas Salad.
What Drinks To Serve With Christmas Brunch?
Here are a few thirst quenchers to complement your Christmas brunch menu:
- A huge brunch spread needs something to quench your thirst like this Instant Pot Infused Water 4 Ways.
- And, for those who prefer a cold, refreshing drink, this Easy Fresh Peach Lemonade is a must.
- Lastly, this Mocha Whipped Coffee Dalgona Coffee is great for something warmer.
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Easy Christmas Brunch Ideas
We’ve gathered a range of our favorite Christmas brunch recipes, from fan favorites to some with a pop of great flavor. So, your family will make sure they are available for your next Christmas brunch.
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These fluffy Pumpkin Waffles are easy to make made using pantry ingredients. Pumpkin spiced waffles are the perfect taste of fall and ideal for serving up as a holiday brunch.
These easy Bacon Nutella Waffles, made with pantry staples, are a great Christmas brunch recipe loved by the whole family.
If you love all things pumpkin spice, this Pumpkin Spice Muffins recipe is for you! It's quick to whip up and full of your favorite fall flavors, you’ll want to keep a batch on hand all holiday season long!
This easy recipe for Nutella Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls is what fall baking is all about! Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls are chock full of the delightful, nutty flavor of Nutella and your favorite Christmas flavors.
Ham Breakfast Casserole is everything you love about breakfast tucked into one effortless casserole. It's the perfect dish to serve for Christmas breakfast, brunch, or any time you crave a cozy meal. This delectable cheesy casserole is full of classic breakfast flavor.
This Buttermilk Pancakes recipe gives you the tallest, tastiest, fluffy buttermilk pancakes! It’s effortless to create so gather your ingredients and whip up these homemade Buttermilk Pancakes that the whole family will love.
Buttermilk Fried Chicken and Waffles is the ultimate in Southern comfort food! Lightly breaded, crispy, and crunchy buttermilk fried chicken is the perfect topper for delectable crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside buttermilk waffles. Your family will love this dish as a Christmas brunch favorite!
This Buttermilk Waffles recipe will be your family’s new favorite way to enjoy waffles. They are easy to make with pantry staples and make nice fluffy waffles with crispy edges and a perfectly fluffy interior.
Gingerbread Waffles are spicy-sweet with a delightful aroma and flavor that will transport you straight to the Christmas season! This Gingerbread waffles recipe is destined to become your new favorite holiday tradition.
Crockpot Breakfast Casserole is hearty, flavorful, and easily made from pantry staples. Plus it can be prepped the night before during the busy holidays and is totally freezer friendly.
When the holiday festivities roll around, it’s always fun to browse for new ideas and inspiration. This Fruit Christmas Tree is perfect for a healthy, easy-to-make, kid-friendly recipe this holiday season!
You won’t be able to get enough of this amazing Christmas Granola. It makes a great make-ahead festive breakfast or snack so all you need to do is sit back and enjoy Christmas Morning.
A quick 3-ingredient Christmas fruit salad, perfect for the Festive season, combines a colorful variety of fruits and berries – ideal as an appetizer, side dish, or dessert. The pantry-friendly recipe is both swift to make and visually appealing.
This Brioche French Toast Casserole has a delightful flavor with its rich brioche bread, sweet banana slices, and caramelized cashew nuts.
This utterly delicious Instant Pot Cinnamon Rolls recipe will have everybody waiting in the kitchen waiting for them to finish cooking. And all it takes is 30 mins to proof the dough in the Instant Pot! It's perfect for an easy Christmas brunch.
These buckwheat waffles with a delicious maple pineapple topping are made with just six ingredients! They are a delightful gluten-free breakfast option that combines the earthy flavors of buckwheat with the sweet and tangy notes of maple and pineapple.
Want an easy and healthy muffin recipe? Butternut Squash Muffins are just what you need. Whip up a batch (or two) in only 30 minutes and freeze for easy Christmas brunch on-the-go treats.
This Italian Chopped Salad is packed with fresh vegetables, creamy mozzarella, and savory salami, all topped off with a tangy mustard dressing. This easy salad recipe is a true feast for the senses! It's a nice light brunch to save space for the Christmas feast!
This fluffy Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls with Bacon recipe is a classic celebration dish with a twist. Easy to make homemade bacon cinnamon rolls, whipped up with pantry staples, are perfect for bringing to holiday breakfasts and Christmas brunches.
This Easy Crock Pot Hot Chocolate is delightfully rich and creamy! Everyone will love this simple recipe that is simple to make with just 8 ingredients. Perfect for warming up on a chilly day, serving at Christmas gatherings, and sipping throughout the season.
Baked tortellini casserole has all the flavors you love in lasagna without all the work! Delicious tortellini bake is comforting, and creamy, and can be prepared in a few minutes for an easy Christmas brunch!
This recipe for Instant Pot Egg Bites is a great breakfast and meal prep solution! Save time and money by making copycat Starbucks egg bites at home for your holiday brunch.
Learn how surprisingly simple it is to make easy yeast rolls! These homemade yeast rolls are the perfect addition to holiday feasts like Christmas and everyday meals alike.
Looking for a quick and easy dish that is perfect for Christmas brunches and busy weekday breakfasts? Then this hearty and satisfying Spinach Frittata recipe is just what you need.
This Easy Lemon Bread recipe is bursting with fresh blueberries and bright lemon flavor. Topped with a delicious lemon glaze, this blueberry lemon bread will be your new favorite Christmas bread recipe.
Air Fryer Monkey Bread is a delectably sticky and sweet sugar and cinnamon pull-apart bread that’s perfect for breakfast or dessert. When you're needing a great Christmas brunch idea, your family will thank you!
Decadent Baked French Toast Casserole lets you enjoy the eggy, bready goodness of traditional French Toast with minimal effort. Have breakfast ready in an hour or assemble overnight for breakfast, brunch, Christmas and when feeding a crowd.
Air Fryer French Toast Sticks are a fun, kid-friendly, healthier version of classic French Toast. And thanks to the air fryer, this recipe is made without any oil or added sugar. It's simple for an easy Christmas brunch recipe!
Meatball Casserole is the perfect Christmas brunch or even dinner meal to put together. It’s deliciously saucy, cheesy, and so easy to make!
Good things come in small packages, and these Gingerbread Cupcakes with Spiced Buttercream Frosting are a delicious example. Flavored with a symphony of warm holiday spices, these holiday cupcakes are perfect for gifting and brunches with friends.
Your whole family will love these fluffy, warming Chocolate Chip Sweet Potato Waffles. Use up your leftover mashed sweet potatoes in these Christmas brunch waffles and serve them up with some fruit and maple syrup.
This Spiced Pumpkin Pancakes Recipe is full of amazing holiday flavor! Just the thing for easy weekday breakfasts, lazy Christmas brunches, and as breakfast for dinner.
A simple one pan fennel shakshuka with feta recipe aka eggs cooked in a rich spiced tomato sauce. Made entirely from pantry staples. Suitable for an easy holiday meal!
This is not your regular Tater Tot Casserole recipe! This easy tater tot casserole is lightened up a bit by swapping canned cream soup for Greek yogurt. The addition of bacon and crisp cornflakes kicks up the flavor and crunch. Your family will request this easy and flavorful tater tot casserole every Christmas!
Apple Cranberry Pie is a delightful Christmas dessert that combines the sweet tartness of apples with the tangy burst of cranberries, all nestled within a flaky, buttery crust.
Salmon Wellington is an elegant restaurant-quality dish that’s easy to make at home! Tasty salmon fillets topped with a delicious spinach cheese mixture and wrapped in golden, flaky puff pastry.
Cream Cheese Pound Cake is perfection on a plate! Moist slices of tender pound cake with a delightfully golden brown top. This one-bowl recipe is easy to make, and just the thing to serve during the holidays or for a Christmas brunch!
Air fryer beignets are simple to make so that you can enjoy the sweet taste synonymous with New Orleans at home in your very own kitchen. These fluffy beignets in air fryer are crispy, fluffy and are perfect for a light and enjoyable Christmas breakfast or brunch!
Eggnog Cheesecake is full of classic holiday flavors and this easy recipe turns out perfect each and every time.
This filling Pumpkin Oatmeal is full of holiday flavor! It is easy to make ahead with only a few ingredients and great for busy Christmas breakfasts and meal prep.
Parma Ham and Caprese Pasta Salad is the perfect salad for summer. Easy to make and refreshing, yet satisfying, this colourful and flavourful pasta salad is ideal for serving up at your next Christmas brunch.
These Magic Cookie Bars are easy to make and will disappear from the plate in a flash! Buttery graham cracker crumbs are layered with chocolate, nuts, coconut, and creamy sweetened condensed milk to create an irresistible dessert bar that will quickly become a family favorite.
A super easy gluten free baked Fish Casserole recipe which combines creamy mashed potatoes, lean fish, and quick-cooking veggies into this classic comfort food.
This Orange Pistachio Pomegranate Couscous Salad recipe is very easy to make with pantry staples and comes together in just 15 mins. A colourful vegan couscous salad suitable for Christmas brunch.
Elevate your holiday table with our tasty Broccoli Cranberry Salad. This easy side dish can be made ahead for your convenience, featuring smoky bacon, sweet cranberries, and crunchy walnuts.
How about this for a colourful Christmas brunch idea: Baked sweet potato pancakes (Sweet potato Dutch baby pancakes) with an orange cranberry compote.
These apple cinnamon rolls make the best Thanksgiving or Christmas breakfast or brunch. The soft, pillowy dough is filled with juicy apples and a swirl of sweet cinnamon, all topped with a rich maple glaze bursting with all the winter flavors.
This baked apple French toast casserole is the best dish for your next Thanksgiving breakfast, brunch, or Christmas breakfast spread! Made with brioche, caramelized apples, and warm Fall spices, it’s an easy make-ahead recipe that’s great for everyday breakfast too.
I hope you enjoy this list of Christmas brunch options and that it helps you prepare for your upcoming event.
Tips For Success
- Create a timeline: Whether it’s a dinner for 4 or brunch for 20, identifying when certain tasks need to be done helps ensure your meal comes together smoothly.
- Get a jump on the prep work: Defrosting, chopping, slicing, and assembling certain dishes in advance means you’ll have less work to do on the day of your event.
- Set your table in advance: Get your dishes, glassware, serving platters, and utensils set out the night before to make sure you have all you need and can check that task off your list.
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Christmas Brunch Ideas
Ingredients
- Pumpkin Waffles Recipe
- Decadent Bacon Nutella Waffles
- Pumpkin Spice Muffins
- Nutella Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls
- Ham Breakfast Casserole
- Homemade Buttermilk Pancakes
- Chicken and Waffles
- Best Buttermilk Waffles
- Gingerbread Waffles
- Crockpot Breakfast Casserole
- Fruit Christmas Tree
- Christmas Gingerbread Granola
- Christmas Fruit Salad
- Brioche French Toast Casserole
- Instant Pot Cinnamon Rolls + Tutorial
- Buckwheat Waffles
- Butternut Squash Muffins
- Italian Chopped Salad
- Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls With Bacon
- Easy Crockpot Hot Chocolate
- Baked Tortellini Casserole – 5 Ingredients
- Instant Pot Egg Bites
- Easy Yeast Rolls
- Spinach Frittata
- Easy Lemon Bread Recipe
- Easy Air Fryer Monkey Bread (Pull Apart Bread)
- Easy French Toast Casserole
- Air Fryer French Toast Sticks
- Meatball Casserole
- Gingerbread Cupcakes with Spiced Buttercream
- Chocolate Chip Sweet Potato Waffles
- Easy Spiced Pumpkin Pancakes
- Fennel Shakshuka With Feta
- Easy Tater Tot Casserole
- Apple Cranberry Pie
- Salmon Wellington
- Easy Cream Cheese Pound Cake
- Air Fryer Beignets
- Instant Pot Eggnog Cheesecake
- Easy Pumpkin Oatmeal (Instant Pot or Stove Top)
- Caprese Pasta Salad
- Easy Magic Cookie Bars (6 Ingredients)
- Fish Casserole
- 15 Minute Couscous Salad
- Broccoli Cranberry Salad
- Baked Sweet Potato Pancake With An Orange Cranberry Compote
- Apple Cinnamon Rolls With Maple Glaze
- Baked Apple French Toast
Instructions
- Pick your favorite easy brunch recipe.
- Gather your ingredients in advance.
- Prep and enjoy you delicious Christmas brunch!

