Thanksgiving Breakfast Ideas

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Inside: Easy Thanksgiving breakfast ideas that can be made ahead of time and baked Thanksgiving morning or quickly prepared Thanksgiving morning.

Do you struggle with Thanksgiving breakfast? You know you need to eat something but you don’t want to slave over a stove when you’ll be cooking the Thanksgiving meal.

Or are you going to someone else’s home, but need to eat something healthy so you don’t overindulge at the holiday meal.

And what about the kids? They need to eat something with some protein and not too much sugar since there are sure to be pies and desserts to eat after the big meal.

These easy Thanksgiving breakfast ideas will help you get some food into your and your family’s bellies so you don’t binge on your Thanksgiving dinner.

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Protein Options for Thanksgiving Morning

Any good breakfast includes some protein to hold you over and fill you up. These breakfast protein options are easy to make in a hurry and most can be made in advance and heated up Thanksgiving morning.

Ham & Egg Cups

This super easy 3-ingredient breakfast recipe from Amy Casey Cooks is a lifesaver for busy mornings. The recipe for Ham and Egg Cups makes a dozen individual servings so it’s perfect if you also have guests for the Thanksgiving weekend.

And as a bonus, you can make a batch of the ham, cheese, and egg cups and enjoy them throughout the week if you happen to have leftovers.

3 Cheese Quiche

What makes this three cheese quiche recipe different from most other quiche recipes I’ve seen on the internet is the spices and the addition of a little bit of Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce. They really amp up the flavor to make this the best quiche recipe you’ll find.

Hawaiian Roll Breakfast Sliders

You’ll fall in love with these Hawaiian Roll Breakfast Sliders from My Kitchen Serenity. Their unbeatable combination of sweet and savory flavors will make your Thanksgiving morning special. Sweet Hawaiian rolls are layered with hearty, filling ingredients for the best breakfast treat your whole family will adore!

Four delicious savory layers include crispy hash brown patties, flavorful ground sausage, fluffy scrambled eggs, and melted cheddar cheese! Last but certainly not least, these magnificent breakfast sliders are topped with a drizzle of butter and honey, and a sprinkle of Everything But the Bagel seasoning. Pop them in the oven until the cheese is melted. Your tummy (and your family) will thank you!

Scrambled Eggs in the Oven

While these oven-scrambled eggs are best made on Thanksgiving morning, they can be made ahead and warmed up. While I normally don’t think scrambled eggs warm over well, these oven-scrambled eggs surprisingly heat up really well the next day.

And this is a great way to feed eggs to a crowd, which is perfect if you have guests spending the night at your house for Thanksgiving. They are also perfect for tucking into burritos with some sausage or bacon and cheese.

Sheet Pan Omelette

This easy Sheet Pan Omelet from Grits and Gouda is perfect for serving a crowd during the holidays. This recipe also works well if you just want make-ahead breakfast recipes for busy weekday mornings. Did I mention it freezes well for breakfast sandwiches? A slice of this omelet between a leftover roll? Yum!

Hard Boiled Eggs

Hard-boiled eggs can easily be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for a quick, healthy breakfast. This method ensures easy-peel eggs every time. You’ll be glad you made extras if you decide to fight the black Friday crowds and go shopping the next morning. Just grab one or two and head out the door.

Sweet Thanksgiving Breakfast Ideas

Turkey Donuts

These adorable Turkey Donuts from Two Kids and a Coupon would make an adorable breakfast for the kids. This fun and easy tutorial shows how you can use store-bought donuts and candy corn to make a tasty turkey-inspired treat.

Turkey Waffle Recipe

If you would prefer something made from scratch, these adorable turkey waffles from Ann’s Entitled Life make for a wonderful Thanksgiving breakfast! Your kids (and you) will be thrilled to start the day with this sweet and charming breakfast. Make this turkey-shaped waffle for the holidays this year!

Cinnamon Roll Donuts

These cinnamon roll donuts from Savor the Spoonful are baked with a cinnamon sugar topping and finished with a vanilla glaze. They are absolutely delicious and so easy to make! They taste just like cinnamon rolls and they have such a soft, moist texture. These donuts make for the perfect holiday breakfast or dessert.

Cream Scones

These easy cream scones make a great Thanksgiving breakfast. Since these scones are made with heavy cream they are so much quicker than typical scones. And instead of having to roll them out, you just drop the dough by spoonfuls onto the baking pan.

Once cooked, you can add a quick glaze to the top. And to make them festive, I love to top the glaze with a few sprinkles. Orange, red, yellow, and/or green make a great combination for Thanksgiving.

Overnight French Toast Casserole with Apples & Cinnamon

With a quick prep the day before, this Easy Overnight French Toast Casserole from Mommy Evolution with apples and cinnamon is ready to throw in the oven once you’re up – whether you’re hosting brunch or the big holiday meal.

It’s gooey on the inside and baked to a perfect crisp on the outside. Plus it’s filled with mouthwatering apples and ground cinnamon, not to mention the sweet glaze drizzled on top at the end. 

Cinnamon Crunch French Toast

This Overnight French Toast Bake from The Fresh Cooky is a scrumptious overnight cinnamon crunch French toast topped with a mouth-watering cinnamon crumb topping. This is the perfect make-ahead breakfast!

Whether for a special occasion, a holiday breakfast, or just a lazy weekend morning, this is a breakfast casserole recipe you need to have in your recipe box.

Snickerdoodle Bread

This easy Snickerdoodle Bread from On My Kid’s Plate tastes just like Snickerdoodle cookies, but in a thick slice of cinnamon sugar bread with a muffin-like crumb.

This beautiful quick bread recipe has swirls of sweet cinnamon on the inside that gives it a burst of flavor and is so moist and gooey. Top it all with the perfect cozy cinnamon sugar crust that is pure heaven! Perfect for Thanksgiving morning.

Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

If you enjoy a regular cinnamon roll (who doesn’t?) and are a fan of pumpkin flavor (yes!), then I am fairly confident that you will love these pumpkin cinnamon rolls from Peanut Butter & Julie. These rolls also happen to be shaped like adorable little pumpkins.

These pillowy pastries pop with pumpkin and plenty of pumpkin pie spice (say that ten times fast.) They fill your kitchen with an enticing sweet aroma, and they look just like a mini pumpkin on your plate.

Pumpkin Smoothie

Don’t have time to actually cook something on Thanksgiving morning? This Healthy Pumpkin Smoothie from Ooh La La It’s Vegan is the perfect way to celebrate the fall season. Made with real pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice, it’s dairy-free and loaded with the most comforting fall flavors.

Make it to drink from a glass, or make it into a smoothie bowl adorned with all your favorite toppings. This recipe only contains 7 ingredients and a blender to whip it up.

The photo of this delicious smoothie is gorgeous, but you’ll have to click the link above to check it out. (I couldn’t get the entire smoothie to show in my blog post’s photo.)

Gluten-Free Pumpkin Sheet Pan Pancakes

Sheet-pan pancakes are just as delicious as regular pancakes, but you don’t have to worry about making each one individually. This recipe for Gluten-Free Pumpkin Sheet Pan Pancakes from Right at Home uses oat flour instead of white flour for a healthy treat that is still decadent enough for a holiday breakfast.

Gluten-Free Cinnamon Scones

Start your Thanksgiving morning with the most delicious Gluten Free Cinnamon Scones from The Dizzy Cook! These scones with a cinnamon oat topping are a little crisp on the outside and fluffy on the inside. They’re perfect to enjoy with a warm cinnamon milk or a cup of coffee on a cool morning.

With a gluten-free and dairy-free option, they are great to make ahead for a holiday weekend and extremely freezer-friendly. The cinnamon sugar topping gives these fluffy scones a great crunch.

While Thanksgiving morning can be a bit hectic, there is no reason you can’t have a great breakfast. By using one or more of these recipes (many are make-ahead) you and your family can eat well and still enjoy the day.

Related Posts

• Simple Oven Pancakes can be dressed up with sprinkles to make a special holiday breakfast.
• If you make the pancakes, you also need homemade pancake syrup to go with them.
• These Oatmeal Breakfast Bars are a great grab-and-go option for hectic mornings.

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