There’s nothing like the thrill of Christmas morning: the tree aglow, the stockings stuffed, and hearty Christmas breakfast casseroles magically waiting for you. Okay, we can’t promise Santa’s elves will visit the kitchen, but these simple, make-ahead Christmas breakfast casseroles are the next best thing. They’re perfect for feeding the entire gang on the big day, visiting friends and relatives included, or sleeping in after the frenzy of holiday activity is over. Assemble them ahead of time and pop them in the oven when you’re ready to eat, so you can get back to enjoying the real magic of the season: spending time together.
Ham and Cheese Breakfast Bake
This breakfast bake transforms cubes of leftover French bread (or any past-its-prime loaf you have on hand) into one of the most rich and savory Christmas breakfast casseroles. Loaded with ham, melted Swiss, and the flavors of Dijon and fresh chives, this hearty bake is delicious served at any temperature, any time of day. Bonus: You can toss it in the fridge the night before, and it’s ready to bake first thing in the morning.
Get the recipe: Ham and Cheese Breakfast Bake
Slow Cooker French Toast Casserole
French toast for a crowd is easy with the help of the slow cooker; no flipping or fussing at the stove required. Candied orange peel, crystallized ginger, and cinnamon add warm holiday flavor to a slice-and-serve casserole made with challah, brioche, or Christmas panettone.
Get the recipe: Slow Cooker French Toast Casserole
Everything Bagel Breakfast Bake
Reimagine bagels with schmear into a complete, holiday-worthy breakfast with just 15 minutes of prep. Chunks of everything bagel (or swap in any flavor of bagel you like) and cream cheese soak up all the flavors of eggs and green onions. Everything is baked together and finished with a golden-brown layer of Colby and Monterey Jack cheese for a cheesy, eggy vegetarian casserole.
Get the recipe: Everything Bagel Breakfast Bake
Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Hash Brown Bake
Treat everyone to a complete diner-style breakfast on Christmas morning without taking off your matching jammies. Store-bought shredded hash browns, eggs, bacon, and American cheese combine into a stick-to-your-ribs casserole perfect for any lazy winter day.
Get the recipe: Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Hash Brown Bake
Baked Oatmeal with Bananas and Berries
Five minutes of prep is all you need for this nutritious breakfast that will fill your kitchen with the spicy-sweet aroma of the holidays. A medley of frozen berries crowns this cinnamon-y baked oatmeal sweetened with bananas, vanilla, and a touch of brown sugar.
Get the recipe: Baked Oatmeal with Bananas and Berries
Apple and Cheddar Baked French Toast
Fans of both sweet and savory breakfasts will love this one-of-a-kind casserole that serves 12. Diced apples and shredded Cheddar add layers of flavor to baked cinnamon-raisin French toast flavored with nutmeg and honey.
Get the recipe: Apple and Cheddar Baked French Toast
Make-Ahead Sausage and Grits Breakfast Casserole
Fans of cheesy grits will love this breakfast casserole! The flavors of a complete Southern-style breakfast combine in this cozy, hearty dish. Quick-cooking grits are the star ingredient along with eggs, breakfast sausage, and two kinds of cheese.
Get the recipe: Make-Ahead Sausage and Grits Breakfast Casserole
French Toast Bread Pudding
This AM riff on bread pudding doubles as a dessert, and you can customize it with the addition of fruit and/or any nuts you like. Slices of airy challah bake into a tender casserole spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg and topped with crunchy pecans.
Get the recipe: French Toast Bread Pudding
Biscuits and Gravy Casserole
A little help from the store gets this all-in-one breakfast that serves 10 on the table with just 10 minutes of prep. Frozen biscuits speed up this casserole featuring a savory blend of turkey breakfast sausage and a homemade, cheesy gravy.
Get the recipe: Biscuits and Gravy Casserole
Blueberry Almond Croissant Breakfast Bake
Flaky croissants take the place of bread in this holiday-worthy spin on baked French toast. A layer of juicy blueberries and toasted almonds, plus a splash of almond extract, adds distinctive flavor and crunch.
Get the recipe: Blueberry Almond Croissant Breakfast Bake
Ham, Egg, and Cheese English Muffin Strata
This recipe turns ordinary kitchen standby ingredients into a celebration-worthy meal reminiscent of your favorite breakfast sandwich. English muffins are the base for an eggy strata loaded with ham, cheddar, and frozen broccoli. With just 15 minutes of prep, you’ll have a centerpiece breakfast dish ready to feed 10.
Get the recipe: Ham, Egg, and Cheese English Muffin Strata
Potato and Maple Sausage Fri-tot-a Casserole
This eggy, crunchy, and oh-so delectable breakfast casserole is the ultimate holiday hack. Maple-flavored sausage links really bring the festive flavors, while a blanket of cheddar cheese creates an ooey-gooey scoop of breakfast goodness on Christmas morning.
Get the recipe: Potato and Maple Sausage Fri-tot-a Casserole
