The most wonderful time of the year is almost upon us. For many families, that means gathering together around the dinner table to share cherished memories and time-honored traditions.
Creating a holiday meal plan to feed a crowd is no small undertaking, but you can reduce prep time (and stress) on Christmas day with these budget-friendly make-ahead brunch ideas. So whether you’re looking for sweet or savory dishes, we have you covered.

The best part about this Christmas brunch recipe list is that it’s full of inexpensive items that are often on sale during the holidays. Take advantage of seasonal deals on baking apples, oats, eggs, and other go-to brunch ingredients.
Whichever dish you decide to make, you’re guaranteed to see smiling faces and clean plates!
Make-Ahead Sweet Breakfast Bake Recipes
Holiday Leftovers Breakfast Casserole
Turn leftover rolls and cranberry sauce into a mouthwatering make-ahead breakfast casserole the whole family will love. No rolls? No problem. Feel free to use similar ingredients you have on hand.

Chocolate Chip Baked Oatmeal
Baked oatmeal is an excellent way to take advantage of inexpensive pantry staples, and your guests will love the wholesome sweetness of chocolate chips, brown sugar, and oats. You can easily prepare this make-ahead brunch dish beforehand and freeze it.
Make-Ahead Strawberry Cream Cheese French Toast Casserole
French toast casserole is an instant crowd-pleaser, and the combination of sweet strawberries and silky cream cheese make for an irresistible dish. Challah or sourdough bread works best for this make-ahead brunch idea.

Overnight Oven French Toast Recipe
Christmas brunch will come together in a snap with this overnight oven French toast recipe. All you need is a loaf of pre-sliced French toast bread. With prep time under 20 minutes, you can assemble everything and have it ready to go Christmas morning.
Gluten-Free Apple Cinnamon French Toast Casserole
If you have friends or family members who are gluten intolerant, that doesn’t mean you have to skip out on the French toast. You can bake this tasty casserole the night before and just reheat the next day for Christmas brunch.

Make-Ahead Savory Breakfast Bake Recipes
Quiche Lorraine
Quiche Lorraine is the perfect make-ahead brunch recipe for Christmas day, and it reheats well to enjoy the day after when everyone is too exhausted to cook! The savory combination of eggs, bacon, and cheese poured into a flaky pie crust is irresistible.

Cheese Strata
If you’ve never tasted strata before, you’ve definitely been missing out. This make-ahead brunch idea contains mouthwatering layers of crusty bread, egg custard, and cheese. Add in your favorite veggies or leave them out – the choice is yours!
Cheddar and Sausage Quiche
Eggs and sausage are a simple and traditional Christmas breakfast idea that tastes fabulous in quiche form. Also called sausage and egg pie, you can mix up the wet ingredients the night beforehand and pour them into a pre-made crust the day of.

Butternut Crust Quiche
If you’re looking for a healthier make-ahead Christmas brunch recipe, give this butternut crusted quiche a try. It’s full of savory flavor, and you can easily change the veggies if you desire.
Overnight Eggs Benedict Bake
Infuse your Christmas brunch with a taste of sophistication by serving up a delicious and flavorful eggs benedict bake. English muffins and Canadian bacon are a departure from the more traditional breakfast bake ingredients, and you get to pair each savory slice with creamy hollandaise sauce.

Savory French Toast Casserole with Chives
Turn leftover, stale bread into a cheesy, buttery take on traditional French toast casserole. You can easily double this recipe to feed a crowd, and it’s so addictive, you’ll never have any leftovers.
Make-Ahead Muffins, Cinnamon Rolls, and Pastries
Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins
Full Disclosure – You won’t be able to resist having just one of these buttery, sugary bite-sized donut muffins. They’re perfect for serving at your family Christmas brunch, and you can bake and freeze several batches ahead of time.
Pumpkin Caramel Sticky Buns
Everyone will love these ooey-gooey pumpkin caramel sticky buns that are filled with buttery spiced sugar and covered in caramel and pecans. Assemble these make-ahead sticky buns the night before to take the stress out of your Christmas morning.

Caramel Apple Cheese Pastry
I absolutely love how easy homemade danish pastries are to make, especially when you can grab ready-made puff pastry dough at the store! Your family won’t be able to get enough of this sweet, flaky pastry covered in caramel apples and cream cheese. Yum!
Cinnamon Roll Bake
There’s nothing more delicious-sounding than a dish that combines cinnamon rolls and French toast! This make-ahead Christmas brunch recipe uses canned cinnamon rolls and a rich, creamy egg mixture you can whip up beforehand to enjoy on the big day.

Vegan Blueberry Knot Buns
Are you looking for a make-ahead brunch idea that looks gourmet without requiring the effort? You’ve found it. These blueberry knot buns are soft, sweet, and look like you spent hours in the kitchen.
Make-Ahead Potato Brunch Recipes
Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole
This tater tot breakfast casserole is yummy, filling, and full of flavor. It’s also full of inexpensive ingredients, and you can mix it up several days before baking.

Air Fryer Hash Browns Recipe
Did you know how simple it is to make your own hash browns from scratch? They’re crispy, flavorful, and freeze well. Cooking them in the air fryer also reduces overall calories, and you can freeze batches of these make-ahead potatoes for when you need them.
Sausage Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole
Hashbrown casserole is the ultimate holiday comfort food, and when you add breakfast sausage to the mix, it’s downright impossible to resist! Frozen hash browns are a go-to staple for families on a budget, and they’re the perfect ingredient for this filling make-ahead brunch dish.

Jalapeno Popper Hash Brown Casserole
Jalapeno popper hash brown casserole is a delicious make-ahead brunch recipe for those family members who love a little spice in their life. This breakfast casserole has all of the best things in life – crispy bacon, cheesy hashbrowns, and just the right amount of heat.
Make-ahead Christmas brunch recipes are the perfect way to take the stress out of feeding large groups over the holiday. After all, Christmas is for spending time with those you love. Happy baking!

