25 Winter Breakfast Recipes for Cold and Cozy Mornings
I don’t know about you, but getting out of bed on a cold winter morning is never easy! It’s even worse when it’s still dark outside and you’ve got to get everyone up, fed and out of the door. I do love a nice breakfast though, and there’s something about having something warm and filling first thing in the morning when it’s freezing outside.
I’ve put together 25 winter breakfast recipes that I think you’ll love. There are some really lovely ideas here, including pancakes, French toast, breakfast casseroles, muffins and homemade breads. I’ve tried to include a good mix of recipes too, with some that are quick and easy to make and others that take a little more time.
I’m always looking for different breakfast ideas because it’s so easy to end up making the same things over and over again. And as much as I love an easy bowl of cereal, sometimes I just fancy something a bit nicer, especially at the weekend when we’re not all rushing around. Hopefully you’ll find a few new favourites here to try over the next few months!
Why You’ll Love These Recipes
- They’re perfect for cold mornings. I don’t know about you, but when it’s freezing outside, I love having something warm and filling for breakfast.
- There’s a good mix of recipes. From pancakes and French toast to breakfast casseroles and homemade muffins, there’s plenty to choose from.
- Some can be made ahead of time. Which is always handy when mornings are busy and you haven’t got loads of time to spend in the kitchen.
- There’s something for everyone. I’ve included both sweet and savoury breakfasts, so hopefully you’ll find a few that your family will enjoy.
- They’re lovely for lazy weekends. I love a breakfast that we can all sit down and enjoy without having to rush around getting everyone out of the door.
1. Hot Cocoa French Toast Casserole
If you love chocolate, this is such a lovely breakfast to make on a cold winter morning! It’s rich, chocolatey and a little bit indulgent, but sometimes that’s exactly what you fancy for breakfast, especially at the weekend.
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You can’t really go wrong with bacon, eggs and hashbrowns for breakfast, can you? I love that everything is cooked together in one dish, so you’re not standing at the stove trying to get everything ready at the same time. It’s a great one for feeding the whole family too.
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Chocolate and cherries are such a lovely combination, and they’re even better in a stack of fluffy pancakes! These are a bit of a treat for breakfast, but I think that’s perfectly fine, especially on a lazy winter weekend when you’ve got time to enjoy them.
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I love anything that makes breakfast a bit easier, especially when I’ve got everyone to feed! This is a great one because the slow cooker does most of the work for you, and you end up with a lovely warm breakfast without having to stand over the stove all morning.
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This is definitely one for those mornings when you want a proper hearty breakfast! With sausage gravy baked into a casserole, it’s lovely and filling and just the sort of thing I’d fancy on a freezing cold morning. It’s a good one for feeding a few people too.
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I love cinnamon rolls, especially when they’re still warm from the oven! The sweet potato makes these a little different from the usual recipe, and I think they’d be lovely for a weekend breakfast with a big cup of coffee. You can’t beat the smell of cinnamon baking either!
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Anything I can get ready the night before is always a winner on busy mornings! These have all those lovely banana bread flavors, with banana, nuts and oats, and you can just grab them from the fridge when you’re ready for breakfast. So handy when you’ve got a million things to do!
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I don’t always fancy standing in the kitchen cooking breakfast for everyone, especially on a cold morning! This is a really handy recipe because you can pop everything in the slow cooker and leave it to cook while you get on with other things. It’s great when you’ve got a few hungry people to feed too.
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I always think cranberry and orange is such a nice combination, especially in the winter. These muffins are lovely for breakfast when you fancy something a bit different from your usual toast or cereal. I’d make a batch and keep them handy for busy mornings when there’s not much time to make anything.
10. Cottage Cheese Blueberry Pancakes
Pancakes always feel like a bit of a treat for breakfast, don’t they? I like that these have cottage cheese mixed into the batter for some extra protein, and the blueberries add a lovely bit of sweetness. They’re a nice change from regular pancakes, especially at the weekend when you’ve got a bit more time.
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The smell of gingerbread baking is one of my favorite things about this time of year! This has all those lovely warm spices and a crumbly streusel topping that makes it feel a bit special. I’d happily have a thick slice for breakfast with a cup of coffee, especially on a cold weekend morning.
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Sometimes I fancy something savory for breakfast rather than anything sweet, and these are perfect! They’re filled with sausage and cream cheese, and I love that you can just pick one up and eat it without needing a plate and cutlery. They’re great for a weekend breakfast or brunch too.
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I’d never say no to a freshly baked pastry for breakfast, especially on a cold winter morning! The blueberries and cream cheese are such a nice combination, and I love that these feel like something you’d pick up from a bakery. Perfect for a lazy weekend breakfast with a cup of coffee.
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Rice pudding might not be the first thing you think of for breakfast, but I think it works really well on a cold winter morning! It’s lovely served warm, and making it in the slow cooker means you don’t have to keep standing over the stove stirring it. I’d add a little cinnamon on top too.
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Not every breakfast has to be eggs or cereal, and these make a really nice change! You’ve got ham and cheese tucked into soft rolls with that lovely sweet and savory combination. I think they’d be great for a weekend brunch when you fancy something a bit different.
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Pumpkin isn’t just for fall, and I think these would be lovely for breakfast right through the winter too. They’re full of those nice warm spices, and the crumbly topping makes them even better. I love to warm one up a little before eating it!
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Got a couple of ripe bananas sitting in the fruit bowl? This is a lovely way to use them up! It’s a bit like banana bread and a cinnamon bun rolled into one, and I think a slice of this would be so nice for breakfast on a cold morning. Especially if you warm it up a little first!
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These are really handy to have in the fridge for those mornings when you’re rushing around trying to get everyone out of the door! The cottage cheese adds some extra protein, and the sun-dried tomatoes give them plenty of flavor. You could make a batch ahead of time and just warm a couple up for breakfast.
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I always enjoy baking with cranberries during the winter, and they go so well with cream cheese. This bread is lovely and soft with a nice mix of sweet and tart flavors. It’s really nice with a cup of coffee in the morning, and you can always warm up a slice if you fancy it!
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Making your own version of something you’d usually buy from the store is always fun! These have lovely flaky pastry with a sweet filling, and they’re a nice little treat for breakfast. They’re especially good when they’re still warm, and I love that you can make them at home instead of buying a box.
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The brown sugar pecan glaze is what makes this one a bit special! The Greek yogurt helps keep the bread lovely and moist, and it’s a great way to use up those bananas that have gone a bit too ripe. I love having a slice of homemade banana bread for breakfast, especially with a hot cup of coffee.
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Chicken and bacon might sound more like lunch than breakfast, but add a little maple butter and it works so well! These are lovely and filling, with that sweet and savory combination that I really like. They’re a great option for a weekend breakfast when you’ve got a few hungry people to feed.
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I do love a slice of toasted sourdough for breakfast, especially on a cold morning! This one’s a little different with cranberries, orange and walnuts mixed in. It’s really nice toasted with a bit of butter, and makes a change from having the same old toast every morning.
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These do take a bit more time to make, but they’re so worth the effort! You get lovely buttery, flaky layers, and they’re especially nice when they’re still warm from the oven. I like mine with a bit of jam and a cup of coffee. Such a nice breakfast for a lazy winter weekend!
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If you’ve got a bit of time for baking, this is a really nice one to make for breakfast. The apricots add a lovely sweetness and the nuts give it a bit of crunch. It’s nice sliced and served with a little butter, and you can toast it too if you fancy something warm on a cold morning!
GET THE RECIPEI hope you’ve found a few new breakfast ideas to try this winter! It’s so easy to get stuck making the same things every morning, so it’s nice to have a few different options. Some of these are great for busy school mornings, and others are perfect for those lazy weekends when you’ve got a bit more time. Now if only getting out of a warm bed on a freezing cold morning was a bit easier!
