11 Amazing Brunch Recipes To Make On Christmas Morning Slideshow

With all the work involved to pull off this holiday, make ahead meals are a must, which is why we love to serve filling muffins with whole grains and oats, egg casseroles that can be assembled the night before, or pancakes that can be prepped and quickly mixed in the morning.

For some cooking inspiration, check out our list of 11 amazing recipes that will help you start your Christmas feasting off right.

These Apple Almond Cinnamon Rolls use almond milk to deliver that subtle nutty flavor. You can swap the apples for pears or add other seasonal fruit to the mix like fresh cranberries. Bake them Christmas Eve night for a simple Christmas morning treat.

For the Apple Almond Cinnamon Rolls recipe, click here.

These muffins are dairy-free, but if you don't have almond milk on hand, you can swap for regular milk. Remember to soak your steel cut oats Christmas Eve, so you can quickly whip up these fragrant muffins after you've unwrapped all your gifts.

For the Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Muffins recipe, click here.

There is something about the smell of cinnamon that makes a house feel like a home. If you are hosting an intimate brunch, these apple cinnamon pancakes will make your table warm and inviting. We love the touch of drizzled warm cider sauce for a truly cozy brunch recipe. — Lauren Gordon

For the Apple Cinnamon Pancakes with Warmed Cider Sauce recipe, click here.

This is another breakfast that can be prepared the night before and baked first thing in the morning during all of the hustle and bustle. Everyone will be thrilled to eat this warm and sweet French toast casserole! If it's Christmas Day, everyone's minds will be on the presents until this dish hits the table. — Danielle Walker

For the Baked Cranberry French Toast recipe, click here.

Kick brunch up a notch with these poppable party foods. You'll love the crunch of the breaded exterior and rejoice at the creamy, bacon-filled centers. These are great to pass around to get your guests excited for the brunch ahead. — Lauren Gordon

For the Breakfast Poppers with Grits and Bacon recipe, click here.

You can assemble this ooey, gooey breakfast the night before, wrap in plastic, and store in the fridge. Then, on Christmas morning, just pop the pan in the preheated oven and enjoy as your house fills with the sweet smell of caramel and spices.

For the Caramel-Pecan Monkey Bread recipe, click here.

This lighter version of eggs benedict uses avocado instead of Canadian bacon. You can poach the eggs ahead of time, and then drop them in hot water for a few seconds right before plating to rewarm them. Your family will love this restaurant-quality breakfast on Christmas morning.

For the Eggs Benedict California recipe, click here.

You can assemble this strata the night before for a delicious egg, cheese, and spinach casserole breakfast on Christmas morning.

For the Florentine Strata recipe, click here.

Looking for a light start to Christmas that won't fill you up before your elaborate Christmas dinner? This light berry salad with a simple mint infused syrup is the perfect sweet start to your holiday feasting.

For the Raspberry-Mint Fruit Salad recipe, click here.

Smoked salmon, leeks, and chèvre make a remarkable combination. Serve this frittata  with chilled Champagne. It's refreshing and delicious. — Julee Rosso & Sheila Lukins

For the Smoked Salmon and Leek Frittata recipe, click here.

This classic biscuit recipe is easy to make and goes with an endless number of toppings. Enjoy these on Christmas morning with butter and jam, eggs and bacon, or gravy.

For the Southern-Style Biscuits recipe, click here.