Our family loves relaxing, cozy holiday mornings. After years of resting recipes, we've created a list of 20 favorite make-ahead breakfast pastries. These pastries reduce stress and help us enjoy a delicious Christmas breakfast or brunch without last-minute work.
Whether you're hosting family and friends or want a cozy treat, these holiday breakfast ideas simplify your holiday mornings. Prep the pastries ahead to reduce stress and free up time for fun, while serving something homemade that feels indulgent. Whether you prep the pastries ahead and bake them in the morning or bake them entirely ahead of time, these recipes help keep holiday mornings relaxed and delicious.
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- Our Favorite Recipe
- Recipes for Holiday Breakfast Pastries
- Easy Overnight Cinnamon Rolls
- Peach Coffee Cake - For a Crowd
- Chocolate Chunk Banana Bread
- Easy Puff Pastry Chocolate Croissants
- Pumpkin Pop Tarts with Maple Icing
- Mini Biscuits - for a crowd
- Cinnamon Scones with Glaze (no cinnamon chips!)
- Mini Puff Pastry Apple Tart
- Strawberry Goat Cheese Pop Tarts
- Mini Lemon Scones - For A Crowd
- Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins
- Blueberry Coffee Cake For a Crowd
- Cinnamon Spice Coconut Granola
- Mini Cinnamon Muffins - with a twist!
- Pumpkin Coffee Cake
- Easy Giant Homemade Pop Tart
- Chocolate Baked Donuts
- Puff Pastry Peach Tartlets
- Roasted Peach Muffins with Cinnamon Rum Glaze
- Easy Homemade Biscuits for a Crowd
- Frequently Asked Questions
- 💬 Comments & Reviews
These make-ahead pastries aren't just for Christmas - they're perfect for any special occasion or holiday morning. Whether it's Thanksgiving breakfast, Easter brunch, Mother's Day celebrations, or ringing in the New Year, these recipes are versatile enough to fit any festive table! The simple instructions and helpful tips guide you to success. Impress your guests and family without the last-minute stress.
Our Favorite Recipe
Asking us to pick one favorite recipe is...unfair, and honestly, impossible in this case. I have two favorites that I would eat every day if I could get away with it.
This peach crumble coffee cake - OMG - it is so good! Think delicious peach cobbler - for breakfast with no guilt - I call that a win-win! It's easy to prep in advance, assemble, and bake in the morning or bake in advance and reheat to make it even easier.
The other one I could eat constantly is this mini puff pastry apple tart. They are so cute + cinnamon apples + flaky, crisp pastry = deliciousness in every bite! Prep them the day before then assemble and bake in the morning in just 20 minutes or bake the day before and reheat.
Recipes for Holiday Breakfast Pastries
Easy Overnight Cinnamon Rolls
Fluffy overnight cinnamon rolls are a perfect make ahead treat for holidays! Prep the rolls, refrigerate overnight, and bake in the morning.
Recipe & Photo: Life As A Strawberry
Peach Coffee Cake - For a Crowd
This peach coffee cake is like eating peach cobbler for breakfast! Perfect for holidays or brunch with a crowd, this easy, make-ahead treat is always a hit. Vegetarian.
Chocolate Chunk Banana Bread
This simple banana bread recipe is packed with chocolate chunks! Mashed over-ripe bananas keep this loaf moist. Easy to make ahead of time!
Recipe & Photo: Life As A Strawberry
Easy Puff Pastry Chocolate Croissants
Perfect for a crowd - these bite-sized, puff pastry chocolate croissants come together quick and easy with just 3 ingredients! They're cute and delicious as a breakfast pastry, mid-day snack, or dessert.
Pumpkin Pop Tarts with Maple Icing
Have pumpkin for breakfast, too! These pop tarts have a pumpkin cream cheese filling and maple icing with a sprinkle of sea salt to keep things interesting.
Recipe & Photo: A Duck's Oven
Mini Biscuits - for a crowd
These flakey mini biscuits are a perfect size for breakfast bites or bite-sized appetizers. Easy to make and so cute to serve and eat. Vegeterian.
Cinnamon Scones with Glaze (no cinnamon chips!)
These easy cinnamon scones are perfect for fall! Homemade cinnamon butter gives tons of flavor and a marbled look. With cinnamon glaze.
Recipe & Photo: Life As A Strawberry
Mini Puff Pastry Apple Tart
A fun twist on the classic apple pie, these mini puff pastry apple tarts are sure to WOW your friends and family! Individual-sized for easy eating and bursting with cuteness! Vegetarian.
Strawberry Goat Cheese Pop Tarts
These homemade Strawberry Goat Cheese Pop Tarts feature buttery, flaky pastry filled with tangy goat cheese and sweet strawberry filling.
Recipe & Photo: Coley Cooks
Mini Lemon Scones - For A Crowd
These mini lemon scones are ready in just 30 minutes and bursting with fresh lemon flavor. Balancing flaky and tender textures, they’re made with lemon juice, zest, and a splash of extract for an extra punch.
Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins
These easy banana chocolate chip muffins are perfect for a cozy breakfast or a bit of meal prep! With step by step photos and tons of tips.
Recipe & Photo: Life As A Strawberry
Blueberry Coffee Cake For a Crowd
This buttery and soft blueberry coffee cake is loaded with juicy blueberries and topped with a sweet streusel topping. Perfect for lazy mornings or special occasions like Christmas, Mother's Day, or Easter. This recipe is sized for a large group so everyone can enjoy a slice! Vegetarian.
Cinnamon Spice Coconut Granola
The perfect Fall-inspired granola recipe, this Cinnamon Spice Coconut Granola is full of warm Fall flavors including cinnamon, cardamom, and orange zest.
Recipe & Photo: The Mindful Hapa
Mini Cinnamon Muffins - with a twist!
If you love cinnamon rolls, these mini cinnamon muffins, "with a twist", are destined to be a delicious addition to holiday breakfasts - Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter - or any brunch spread. They are also vegetarian-friendly.
Pumpkin Coffee Cake
This easy pumpkin coffee cake is perfect for fall! With a tasty cinnamon crumb topping. Includes step by step photos and lots of expert tips.
Recipe & Photo: Life As A Strawberry
Easy Giant Homemade Pop Tart
This Easy Pop Tart recipe is made with flaky puff pastry, store-bought strawberry jam, and a quick 3 ingredient icing. Top with rainbow sprinkles, slice, and enjoy!
Recipe & Photo: Midwest Foodie
Chocolate Baked Donuts
These easy chocolate baked donuts are a healthy twist on a traditional cake donut! Topped with a classic chocolate icing.
Recipe & Photo: Life As A Strawberry
Puff Pastry Peach Tartlets
These easy mini peach pastry squares are sure to impress your family and friends. Made with frozen puff pastry, they are as beautiful as they are delicious! A perfect holiday treat. Vegetarian.
Roasted Peach Muffins with Cinnamon Rum Glaze
No breakfast spread is complete without these roasted peach muffins and cinnamon rum glaze!
Recipe & Photo: Life As A Strawberry
Easy Homemade Biscuits for a Crowd
These easy homemade biscuits for a crowd are flaky and delicious! Only 6 pantry ingredients and ready in under 30 minutes. Vegetarian.
Frequently Asked Questions
This depends on the recipe. Some recipes let you make the pastries a month in advance, freeze them, then thaw and reheat before serving. Others keep well in the fridge for 1-2 days. Some work best when prepped in advance but baked in the morning.
Check each recipe for specific instructions on making in advance.
Each recipe should say how to store any leftovers. In general, store pastries in airtight containers on the counter or in the fridge for 1-2 days. Some recipes also allow you to freeze the pastries for up to a month.
Check each recipe for specific instructions on storing.
The best make-ahead pastries are ones you can prep ahead and require little to no assembly in the morning. Pastries you can bake entirely ahead of time and either store for a few days or freeze for later are ideal. These options allow you to enjoy fresh, warm homemade pastries with minimal morning effort.
We hope you loved this guide to holiday pastries! If you have any questions, drop a comment below. For more holiday food ideas, visit Appetizer Bliss.
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