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    Home / Recipe Roundups / 20 Winter Breakfast Ideas To Warm You Up

    Feb 1, 2016 · Last Updated: Nov 5, 2021

    20 Winter Breakfast Ideas To Warm You Up

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    Here are 20+ Winter Breakfast Ideas that you can cozy up with! Wake up on a cold winter morning and make one of these breakfast recipes to warm up.

    20+ Winter Breakfast and Recipes | The Worktop

    Winter Breakfast Ideas That Will Warm You Up

    Are you looking for a hearty breakfast recipe for cold winter mornings? Look no further.

    Here's a list of popular recipes that we love eating in the winter mornings when it's cold and chilly.

    I really hope you find a recipe you love on here. If not, feel free to browse the entire collection of Winter Breakfast Recipes on The Worktop.

    1. Sausage and Egg Breakfast Casserole

    Sausage and Egg Breakfast Casserole - Easy Recipe - on a spatula being served | The Worktop

    This big breakfast is hearty and will warm you right through in the winters. It's loaded with sausage, egg and cheese and can be prepared the night before.

    Sausage and Egg Breakfast Casserole

    Make this Sausage and Egg Breakfast Casserole recipe to feed a crowd. It's loaded with sausage, egg, and cheese for a hearty breakfast. This prepare this easy breakfast recipe the night before and impress your guests.
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    Sausage and Egg Breakfast Casserole - Easy Recipe | The Worktop

    2. Sweet Potato Hash

    Sweet Potato Hash - in big skillet to be served for breakfast | The Worktop

    This is our favorite Sweet Potato Hash! It's delicious for breakfast or brunch and can easily be made in a skillet. These sweet potatoes are packed with flavor from bacon and a maple syrup glaze.

    Sweet Potato Hash

    Loaded with crispy bacon and creamy sweet potatoes, this sweet potato hash recipe is a flavor-packed start to the morning. The perfect balance of sweet and savory, this sweet potato breakfast hash will quickly become a family favorite! 
    Get the recipe
    Sweet Potato Hash - in big skillet to be served for breakfast | The Worktop

    3. Raisin Bread French Toast

    Raisin Bread French Toast Recipe | The Worktop

    I often love to top French toasts with berries, but when winter mornings come around, we change it up and make Raisin Bread French Toast.

    The Raisin bread gives this breakfast a nice sweet flavor, and it's delicious served with a big pat of butter.

    Raisin Bread French Toast

    We love this easy Raisin Bread French Toast for breakfast or brunch! It's also a great recipe if you are looking for what to do with raisin bread.
    Get the recipe
    Raisin Bread French Toast | The Worktop

    4. Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole with Tater Tots

    Ham, Egg and Cheese Breakfast Casserole - Plated | The Worktop

    This Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole is always a hit for breakfast! This is a big winter breakfast idea that will warm you up in the morning.

    This breakfast casserole is made without bread, and uses tater tots, so it is also gluten-free. It's also convenient because you can buy the tater tots far ahead of hand and just keep them in the freezer.

    Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole with Tater Tots

    This Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole is tasty, filling and so easy to make. This breakfast casserole uses tater tots, and is loaded with ham, cheese and eggs. I love serving this for large groups and families.
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    Breakfast Casserole with Ham, Egg, Cheese and Tater Tots | The Worktop

    5. Slow Cooker Oatmeal with Steel Cut Oats

    Slow Cooker Oatmeal - Winter Breakfast Idea | The Worktop

    When you want a warm breakfast waiting for you right when you wake up, Slow Cooker Oatmeal will give you a perfect start to the day. This is an overnight recipe that you can set before bed.

    Slow Cooker Oatmeal - Overnight with Steel Cut Oats

    Slow cooker oatmeal is an easy overnight recipe! Use your slow cooker and have a warm breakfast ready to eat the morning. This overnight slow cooker oatmeal recipe uses steel cut oats. 
    Get the recipe
    Slow Cooker Oatmeal - Spoonful | The Worktop

    6. Medjool Date and Orange Scones

    Medjool Date and Orange Scones - perfect for breakfast! | The Worktop

    This Medjool Date and Orange Scone is full of winter flavors. I love the cinnamon and orange combination.

    Pair it with a cup of coffee for the perfect winter morning breakfast idea.

    Medjool Date and Orange Scones

    These Medjool Date and Orange Scones are soft, buttery and full of autumn spices. There is tang from the orange, sweetness from the medjool dates and a crunchy top of glistening sugar. You'll definitely want one of these with your morning cup of coffee!
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    Medjool Date and Orange Scones - perfect for breakfast! | The Worktop

    7. Bone Broth Savory Oatmeal

    Savory Oatmeal Recipe | The Eczema Diet Recipes

    This healthy winter breakfast idea uses bone broth to make a hearty savory oatmeal. It will warm you right up to the core!

    I add in spinach and mushrooms and top it with an egg, but it's easy to customize.

    Savory Oatmeal with Bone Broth (GF)

    A savory oatmeal that is filling and hearty. My favorite is to make this savory oatmeal with homemade bone broth or chicken broth, but it also works with vegetable broth. Try to use the best broth that you can find.
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    Savory Oatmeal | The Worktop

    8. Breakfast Enchiladas with Leftover Chicken

    Breakfast Enchilada Casserole with Rotisserie Chicken | The Worktop

    Make this easy breakfast enchilada bake warm up on a winter morning! This casserole can feed a crowd, or you can make it ahead of time and eat it throughout the week.

    Turn rotisserie chicken into delicious warm breakfast.

    Breakfast Enchiladas

    Delicious breakfast enchiladas to feed a crowd. This easy breakfast enchilada casserole uses leftover rotisserie chicken. And you can prepare this overnight breakfast enchilada bake straight after dinner, saving you clean up time.
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    Breakfast Enchilada Casserole Baked | The Worktop

    9. Orange and Cranberry Nut Bread

    Orange Cranberry Nut Bread Recipe | The Worktop

    A moist Orange Cranberry Nut Bread. You'll love this easy recipe that uses fresh cranberries. It's healthy with the addition of spelt flour!

    Perfect for breakfast idea for a cold winter morning.

    Orange Cranberry Nut Bread

    This Orange Cranberry Nut Bread is perfect for holiday morning or a holiday work pot luck. You'll love the moist easy cranberry bread that's made with fresh cranberries. It's also healthy with the addition of spelt flour.
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    10. Chinese Steamed Eggs

    Chinese Steamed Egg - Winter Breakfast Idea | The Worktop

    This classic recipe is so comforting to eat on a cold morning. We love the silky texture of Chinese Steamed Eggs.

    Chinese Steamed Egg

    Chinese Steamed Egg (also known as Chinese Steamed Egg Custard) is a healthy breakfast. Learn how steam eggs Chinese style, as well as useful tips and tricks. This is an easy recipe that takes 15 minutes to make, and is a unique way to have steamed eggs for breakfast. 
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    Chinese Steamed Egg Recipe | The Worktop

    11. Easy Breakfast Skillet

    Easy Breakfast Skillet with Sausage and Potatoes | The Worktop

    You'll love this loaded breakfast skillet with sausage and potatoes! You might know this as a farmers breakfast skillet, a cowboy breakfast skillet, or a country breakfast skillet.

    Whatever you call it, it's easy, hearty and delicious for breakfast, especially on a winter morning.

    Easy Breakfast Skillet - Loaded and Hearty

    Make this easy breakfast skillet for your next brunch. Your guests will love this loaded breakfast skillet that's packed with sausage, potatoes, and eggs. This recipe starts on the stovetop, but finishes with a quick bake in the oven.
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    Loaded Breakfast Skillet Casserole | The Worktop

    12. Chorizo and Chickpea Stew with Baked Eggs

    Chorizo Chickpea and Baked Eggs

    This Chorizo and Chickpea Stew with Baked Eggs is a hearty and satisfying brunch. You can make this easy recipe in one pot, and easily feed the entire family.

    If you are looking for a filling breakfast idea for winter mornings, you'll love this stew. Serve it on toast. 

    Chorizo and Chickpea Stew with Baked Eggs

    This Chorizo and Chickpea Stew with Baked Eggs is a hearty and satisfying brunch. You can make this easy recipe in one pot, and easily feed a group. If you are looking for a filling brunch recipe, you'll love this chickpea and chorizo stew. 
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    13. Peruvian Quinoa Porridge with Amaranth

    Peruvian Porridge with Quinoa and Amaranth | The Worktop

    This is a healthy winter breakfast idea that will give you fiber, protein and warm you up. Instead of oatmeal, this Quinoa Porridge is a great alternative!

    Peruvian Quinoa Porridge with Amaranth (Vegan, GF)

    Enjoy this Peruvian Quinoa Porridge with Amaranth on a cold winter morning. Keep it simple or add whatever you want to it. Seasonal fruits are always a winner, but so are berries or pomegranate seeds for those days where you're feeling a little lazier.
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    Peruvian Porridge with Quinoa and Amaranth | The Worktop

    14. Lemon Sour Cream Pound Cake

    Lemon Sour Cream Pound Cake - Sliced on a plate with strawberries | The Worktop

    This Lemon Sour Cream Pound Cake is so moist and easy to make! I love this old fashioned recipe that's also easy to follow. It bakes perfectly in a loaf pan.

    Lemon Sour Cream Pound Cake

    This Lemon Sour Cream Pound Cake is a recipe that you'll make over and over again! It's a moist lemon pound cake that's easy to make. Learn how to use sour cream to make a pound cake loaf.
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    Lemon Sour Cream Pound Cake - Recipe close up of cake slice | The Worktop

    15. Challah French Toast Casserole

    Overnight French Toast Casserole with Challah - plated with maple syrup | The Worktop

    Challah French toast casserole is a decadent recipe that's perfect for a weekend brunch. You prep this baked challah French toast the night before. So in the morning, brunch will be ready easily.

    You can also make this on the weekend and save it for weekday mornings. Just heat up a slice and serve.

    Challah French Toast Casserole

    Challah French toast casserole is a decadent recipe that's perfect for a weekend brunch. You prep this baked challah French toast the night before. So in the morning, brunch will be ready easily.
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    Challah French Toast Casserole Recipe - Close up to show custard texture | The Worktop

    16. Instant Pot Baked Beans on Toast

    Pressure Cooker Baked Beans on Toast | The Worktop

    These Pressure Cooker Baked Beans cook to be thick, rich, and savory with a hint of sticky sweetness from the molasses and brown sugar.

    This recipe makes a huge pot of Southern-style baked beans that will warm you right up on a cold winter morning. 

    Pressure Cooker Baked Beans on Toast (GF)

    These Pressure Cooker Baked Beans cook to be thick, rich, and savory with a hint of sticky sweetness from the molasses and brown sugar. This recipe makes a huge pot of Southern-style baked beans that will last you through multiple meals, or feed a hungry crowd. 
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    Pressure Cooker Baked Beans on Toast | The Worktop

    17. Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal

    Homemade Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal | The Worktop

    We love making this healthy apple cinnamon oatmeal for breakfast. This is a quick stovetop winter breakfast idea that is perfect for weekday mornings.

    Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal

    This apple cinnamon oatmeal is delicious for a quick and healthy breakfast. Get my top tips to make the best homemade apple cinnamon oatmeal.
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    Homemade Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal | The Worktop

    18. Chicken and Ginger Congee

    Chicken and Ginger Congee - Winter Breakfast Idea | The Worktop

    Get the recipe for Chicken and Ginger Congee by The Worktop.

    Chicken and Ginger Congee (GF)

    This Chicken and Ginger Congee is incredibly nourishing, comforting and delicious. It’s easy to make – it just requires one pot and some patience while it simmers.
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    Chicken and Ginger Congee

    19. Stuffed French Toast

    Baked Stuffed French Toast Casserole | The Worktop

    Get the recipe for Baked Stuffed French Toast.

    Baked Stuffed French Toast

    This Baked Stuffed French Toast is a perfect breakfast recipe. Fill brioche with cream cheese and jam, let it soak overnight, and simply place the casserole in the oven the next morning.
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    20. Norwegian Waffles (Heart Shaped)

    Norwegian Waffles | The Worktop

    The Best Norwegian Waffle Recipe! This heart shaped waffle makes a delicious breakfast. You'll love these easy to make thin waffles from Norway, particularly on a cold winter morning!

    Norwegian Waffles (Heart Shaped Waffles)

    Perfect Norwegian waffles made with an easy recipe. These heart shaped waffles are deliciously eggy, with a hint sweetness and vanilla flavor. Softer than traditional waffles, so don't expect crispy waffles.
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    Norwegian Waffles | The Worktop

    Find More Winter Breakfast Ideas on The Worktop

    If you are still looking, here's the entire collection of Winter Breakfast Recipes on The Worktop.

    Winter Breakfast Ideas - collage showing 2 recipes | The Worktop
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    By Tina Jui
    Filed Under: Breakfast and Brunch Recipes, Recipe Roundups, Seasonal, Winter Breakfast Recipes

    About Tina Jui

    A breakfast lover and food blogger. Tina develops everyday breakfast recipes on The Worktop, and writes about all things related to breakfast and brunch. Read more about Tina Jui or drop an email to say hi.

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    1. Jenn @ Peas and Crayons says

      February 07, 2016 at 1:59 pm

      Yes please! I'm all about the cozy eats right now - these are perfection! Thank you so so much for featuring my breakfast bake!

      Reply
    2. Teresa jui says

      February 03, 2016 at 5:58 pm

      wow so many. It all looks nice, don't know which one to choose first.

      Reply
    3. Lokness @ The Missing Lokness says

      February 03, 2016 at 12:46 am

      Thank you so much for including my bread pudding recipe! I would love any of these for breakfast any day. That's the way to start a good day! ;)

      Reply
    4. Charlie @ The Kitchen Shed says

      February 02, 2016 at 9:34 am

      Mmmmm!! What a great recipe haul! That cinnamon apple twist bread looks insane!!

      Reply
    5. Rachel @ Simple Seasonal says

      February 02, 2016 at 4:08 am

      Thanks for including Simple Seasonal in your roundup! There so many good looking recipes here!

      Reply
    6. Christine | Mid-Life Croissant says

      February 01, 2016 at 10:40 pm

      OK, I was excited about what I'm cooking for dinner but now I wish it was breakfast time! Thanks for including my eggs in such great company. Hope all's well by you! Baby here? *If not then you hate me for asking that question. I totally understand. No hard feelings ;-) It's just so hard to resist when you're on the other side!!*

      Reply

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