Breakfast Christmas Casserole

Breakfast Christmas Casserole (Easy Christmas Morning Recipe)

Searching for a breakfast Christmas casserole that’s easy, cozy, and perfect for Christmas morning? This simple recipe is warm, comforting, gluten‑free, and the ideal way to start a slow, memory‑filled holiday morning with loved ones.

Whether you serve it as a Christmas breakfast casserole or a Christmas brunch casserole, this dish is delicious any time of day.

A Cozy Christmas Morning Breakfast

Imagine the scent of freshly squeezed oranges drifting through the house, warm buttery biscuits coming out of the oven, homemade hot chocolate simmering on the stove, and the dining room table set with all the fixings for the perfect Christmas breakfast. And right in the center — this breakfast Christmas casserole, ready to be shared with the people you love most.

Family gathered around the table in their PJs, good conversation, wagging tails underfoot, and Grandma slipping scraps to the pup because she can never resist him. Sounds idyllic, doesn’t it?

I always imagined Christmas mornings would look like this. But when your family celebrates with a big Christmas Day meal, breakfast tends to get pushed aside. Maybe your family is the same way — do you make breakfast on Christmas morning?

With a smaller family, we never really took the time. Looking back, I think that was a missed opportunity. Breakfast is such a simple way to gather, slow down, and enjoy the beginning of a beautiful day.

Growing up, Christmas morning meant unwrapping presents, warm cinnamon rolls, getting ready for church, and heading straight to my grandparents’ house. No dilly‑dallying. Everything was on a schedule — and you know how I feel about schedules during downtime.

As a child, I always wanted to play with my new toys, but there was never time. As an adult, I think Christmas should be enjoyed to the fullest — toys played with, laughter filling the house, pups running around, and a cozy breakfast like this one starting the day.

If you want to begin your Christmas morning with something warm and homemade, this easy casserole is the perfect place to start.

Breakfast Christmas Casserole Recipe

Ingredients

Crust

• 1 cup gluten‑free bread crumbs

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• Salt & pepper to taste

Filling

• 2 potatoes, chopped into bite‑size pieces

• 6 eggs + 1/4 cup water, whisked

• 1/2 green pepper, chopped

• 6 slices ham, cubed

• 1/4 cup sliced cheese, cut into small pieces (or shredded cheese)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.

2. Grease a pie plate (or a larger baking dish for a bigger family).

3. Mix olive oil and gluten‑free bread crumbs, then press into the bottom of the dish to form a crust. TIP: Don’t skip greasing the dish — the crust will stick without it.

4. Place chopped potatoes in a small bowl with 2 tbsp water. Cover and microwave for 5 minutes on high.

5. Chop ham, cheese, and green pepper.

6. Whisk eggs and water together.

7. Add ham, green pepper, and cheese on top of the crust.

8. Pour whisked eggs over the filling.

9. Bake at 375°F for 45 minutes.

10. Remove from oven and serve warm.

Tips & Variations

• Perfect for using leftover ham after Christmas or Thanksgiving.
• Swap ham for sausage (Bob Evans patties work well).
• Try crumbled bacon for a smoky twist.
• Use whatever veggies you have — this recipe is forgiving, but green pepper is perfect.
• Prep ingredients the night before to save time on Christmas morning.
• A food processor with a cube attachment makes chopping easier.

Why I Created This Recipe

This casserole came from leftover ham one evening when I was tired of eating the same ole' thing. I love breakfast for dinner, and my husband loves ham, so this was a win‑win.

We’ve found a small Kentucky ham we both enjoy — not too salty, not too sweet — and it’s perfect for small families. We even made one for Thanksgiving and still had leftovers with five people at the table. I love a good leftover recycle, don’t you?

If your family celebrates on Christmas Eve, this casserole is perfect for the next morning. Growing up, we always celebrated with one set of grandparents on Christmas Eve. Dinner was at 6:00 PM sharp around the extra‑large table my grandfather built just for holidays.

He even built a buffet along the basement wall to hold all the goodies my grandmother (AKA Rosezella) made — cookies, gingerbread men, many desserts, casseroles -including her famous sweet potato casserole, pies, rolls, and enough food to feed an army. She showed her love through cooking, and if you turned down her sweets, you’d think the world had ended.

I can still picture those evenings — cousins playing under the table, twirling around support poles, sneaking extra cookies, and listening to my grandfather tell stories. Warm, simple memories that make me smile even now.

After dinner came presents, and the living room would be filled with gifts. As our family grew, we eventually only bought for the littles — and now even they’re grown. No more little ones running around, just pups who adore their grandma.

How do you spend your Christmas morning? Slow and cozy, or rush‑rush‑rush?

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you have to refrigerate breakfast casserole before cooking?

No. You can make it and bake it the same day, or prep the filling ahead of time.

What should you serve with breakfast casserole?

• Biscuits

• Orange juice

• Coffee

• Hot tea

• Fresh fruit

Should egg casserole be covered while baking?

I did not cover mine. 375°F for 45 minutes was perfect.

Do casseroles need to be refrigerated?

Yes. Because this recipe contains eggs, refrigerate leftovers. It reheats beautifully the next day.

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