There are so many things to be excited about on Christmas morning. For some it’s the stockings overflowing with treats or the presents under the tree. For us, it’s the promise of a special meal. Whether you prep an eggy breakfast casserole or a batch of ooey, gooey cinnamon rolls the night before, plan an all-out holiday brunch for family and friends or rely on quick-and-easy recipes that you can whip up in two shakes of a reindeer’s tail, there’s no happier way to start your day than with a festive breakfast. No matter what kind of Christmas morning you’re planning, these recipes are sure to come in handy, starting with this gorgeous Danish Christmas bread. The ingredient list is lengthy, but you're likely to have many of the items on hand—and the rest are grocery staples. This holiday loaf is traditionally topped with coarse pearl sugar and then drizzled with an almond-flavored icing, making it a wonderful choice for any celebratory occasion.

This festive egg tart combines a flaky crust with a silky egg filling, making it a savory surprise that's as fun to name as it is to eat on Christmas morning.

This breakfast bake is an amazing addition to any morning meal. Assemble everything the night before, then pop the cheesy dish into the oven when you get up. Your future self will thank you!

The holidays are about spending time with loved ones, not hours in the kitchen. So we have a quick hack for making Christmas day extra special: unravel a can of refrigerated cinnamon rolls and shape them into little Christmas trees. After they bake, the whole family can gather for the “tree trimming”—decorating with frosting and holiday-themed sprinkles.

This vegetarian breakfast casserole is easy to assemble up to a day ahead and bake off in the morning, making it the perfect addition to your brunch menu. Meaty mushrooms stand in for the typical breakfast proteins and dish is rounded out with a generous amount of creamy Gruyère, plus fresh thyme and tangy Dijon mustard. We use buttery, flaky croissants as the perfect vessel to sandwich the cheesy mushroom filling and soak up all the custardy eggs.

How do you make bacon even better? Give it a dunk in maple syrup before cooking. Valerie adds even more flavor by stirring some sage and cayenne into the syrup. When this bacon comes out of the oven it will be well-browned, with a perfectly sweet-and-spicy glaze all over.

This savory casserole layers chopped bagels, eggs, cheese and your favorite breakfast meats into a warm, comforting dish—perfect for a relaxed holiday morning that invites everyone to dig in and enjoy.

Christmas-ify your basic, box-mix pancakes by stirring in some crushed candy canes. A few peppermint candy pieces sprinkled on top (along with a chocolate drizzle) will give these flapjacks even more holiday cheer.

It wouldn’t be the holidays without a cup of eggnog! If breakfast is too early for that kind of Christmas cheer, try baking it into French toast instead. The best part? You can make these this breakfast casserole the night before and pop in the oven for an easy breakfast the next day.

Chocolate and pecans in the crumb top. Chocolate and pecans in the cake. Chocolate and pecans in every bite. That sounds like the perfect Christmas breakfast to us!

Spread the holiday cheer with swirls of cream cheese and cranberry icing spread over fragrant, orange cinnamon rolls. To make these for Christmas morning, prep the dough the night before and store it in your refigerator. In the morning, let the cinnamon rolls sit out at room temperature for two hours (while everyone opens gifts!) then bake and frost.

A batch of these fluffy buttermilk biscuits will be worth the early morning wakeup call. We add melty Cheddar to the biscuit dough and layer it inside for a guaranteed-cheesy flavor in every bite!

Ree takes refrigerator and pantry staples like asparagus, onions, potatoes and olives and them them into a dish fit for the holidays: a delicious frittata.

This hearty quick bread is loaded with grated carrot, dried cranberries and toasted walnut for a breakfast that’s guaranteed to fill you up.

Finally, a delicious use for the ubiquitous holiday cake that everyone loves to give but no one seems to eat. Panettone's raisins, citron and pine nuts make this rich, custardy breakfast just right for special occasions.

Christmas morning brings a bundle of excitement. Don’t let breakfast get lost in the shuffle. This make-ahead meal is a complete breakfast in one dish: eggs, spinach, cheese and English muffin!

Unwind from all the holiday excitement with this delicious tea-infused French toast. It’s the calming and comforting breakfast that’s perfect after opening presents.

Eaten a few too many sweets this holiday? If you’re approaching sugar overload, try this savory dish to balance things out. Kardea bakes eggs, greens and cheese and hash browns together for a warm and satisfying casserole that’s every bit as delicious as all the sweet stuff!

These pumpkin spice waffles capture the essence of cold weather comfort — perfect for a snowy, winter morning.

Why choose between doughnuts and muffins when you can have them both in one cinnamon-sugar covered treat?

Gluten-free bread goes stale faster than wheat bread, so a flavorful strata filled with kale, sausage and lots of cheese is a great way to use up any extra that you have on hand.

Bobby brings all your favorite holiday flavors into his Dutch baby — including gingerbread spices and maple pears.

Valerie knows that it just wouldn’t be Christmas morning without a plate of ooey, gooey cinnamon rolls. Her recipe is fit for any holiday morning — although we’d gladly eat them any day of the year!

Need Christmas breakfast on the fly? This filling dish is ready in just 15 minutes.

Thought that a sweet breakfast was better than a savory one? One bite of these warm biscuits might just change your mind!

Trisha takes leftover fruit like bananas and crushed pineapple and adds them to her pancakes for a short stack worthy of Christmas morning breakfast.

Special holidays like Christmas deserve an equally special breakfast — like these cinnamon rolls topped with a buttery toffee sauce and toasted pecans. Unless you’re an early-riser you’ll have to start these cinnamon rolls the night before but trust us, they’re well worth the effort.

These muffins are chock-full of deliciously sweet ingredients like grated carrot and apple, crushed pineapple and shredded coconut. Perfect for even the pickiest of eaters!

Transform basic oatmeal into a delicious and filling breakfast bar. Ree serves her up with a sprinkle of brown sugar and handful of berries for added sweetness.

These scones pack a flavorful punch with an eggnog-infused dough, red currant jelly in the center and a sprinkle of almonds and sugar on top. Bake a big batch — you can store them at room temperature for up to 3 days.