15 Breakfast Casseroles to Make on Christmas Morning
Our kitchens are on overdrive during the holidays, but we’ve found that one meal always gets neglected: breakfast (and need we remind you that it’s the most important meal of the day?). Whether you’ve got a houseful of hungry guests, or you’re just looking for something cozy to eat by the Christmas tree while you open presents, the answer is always a breakfast casserole. They’re hearty, delicious and usually can be made totally ahead of time. Here are 15 of our favorites.
1.
Slow-Cooker Breakfast Casserole
Throw everything in the Crock-Pot, then go back to bed for a few hours. Thank us when you wake up to the smell of bacon.
2.
Roasted Acorn Squash Breakfast Pudding
Who said bread pudding had to be sweet? This one is loaded with roasted squash, spicy sausage, and of course, plenty of cheese.
3.
Overnight Cinnamon Roll Casserole
You won’t believe how good your house will smell in the morning.
4.
Creamy Spinach and Potato Breakfast Casserole
With lean ground turkey, plenty of spinach and just a little cheese, this is a great way to keep it healthy.
5.
Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole
If Coterie member Heidi Larsen is making this herby, cheesy goodness for breakfast, we’re inviting ourselves over.
6.
Dulce de Leche French Toast Casserole
OK, so this is basically dessert for breakfast. But we think everyone’s entitled to a little indulgence during the holidays.
7.
Huevos Rancheros Breakfast Casserole
Coterie member Katie Workman is used to cooking for a full house, so we totally trust her go-to, kid-friendly brunch for a crowd.
8.
Cranberry Walnut Breakfast Casserole
We can’t imagine anything cozier than this orangey-maple French toast casserole.
9.
Breakfast Casserole with Bacon
Don’t skip the fresh tomato-avocado topping—it’s the perfect complement to all that cheesy, eggy goodness.
10.
Gingerbread French Toast Casserole
If we had to sum up December in one decadent, delicious-smelling dish, it just might be this.
11.
Spinach, Onion and Cheese Breakfast Strata
Have this on hand for all your meat-free guests (we promise, you’ll never miss the bacon or sausage).
12.
Overnight Sausage and Egg Breakfast Casserole
Assemble this the night before and have plenty of time to laze around with a cup of coffee in the morning.
13.
Low Carb Breakfast Casserole with Bacon
Who needs potatoes? This make-ahead wonder is fab for anyone counting carbs.
14.
Chocolate Chip Banana Pancake Casserole
Making pancakes for everyone individually can take hours; this is a much easier solution (plus the kids will, well, go bananas).
15.
Spinach and Artichoke Egg Casserole
Everyone’s favorite dip, for breakfast. (Thanks, Coterie member Maria Lichty.)