Image Credit: Becki O’Brien for Ali Miller, R.D., L.D., C.D.E.
Whether you’re making a feast for a few or spectacular spread for a crowd, you’ll love these holiday brunch ideas from top chefs from Texas and a few stops around the country! We separated our list out so you can make it as sweet or savory as you’d like!
Love those cute prosciutto and egg cups? Our friend Ali Miller, R.D., L.D., & C.D.E. in Houston uses farm fresh eggs and buttery strips of prosciutto for a fun little snack that takes minutes to prepare. Enjoy them while you’re flipping pancakes for the pack or opening presents! Get her recipe here.
Orange Cream Filled French Toast
This Orange Cream Filled French Toast is over the top delicious. I begged for the recipe so I could share it with you. Thanks to Tina and Jerry Wolsborn, the owners of a little slice of heaven in Sonoma called the Inn at Occidental. Get the recipe here.
Harold’s Beignets
These light and fluffy beignets are from our friends at Harold’s in Houston, but one bite and you’ll think you’re in New Orleans this Christmas! Just remember to start these the night before you’re planning to have brunch so they have time to rest overnight. Get the recipe here.
Ol’ South Pancake House’s World Famous German Pancakes
These delicious German pancakes from Ol’ South Pancake House in Fort Worth are world famous for a reason — they’re delicious! We love them made as minis for a memorable appetizer at Christmas brunch, but you can make them full size for the big meal. Get the recipe here. You can watch Ol’ South make them at this video here.
Whole Wheat Pancakes with Strawberry-Maple Dressing
There’s no reason why pancakes can’t be fancy — this whole wheat buttermilk variety features a fresh strawberry-maple syrup, flavored with real vanilla bean and orange. It’s from Australian chef Curtis Stone. Share a stack with your loved ones this holiday season right here.
Water Grill’s Crab Benedict
Here’s a fun seaside brunch idea: the Water Grill’s Crab Benedict! This Dallas restaurant brings in luscious jumbo lump blue crab meat over poached organic eggs. Get this one here.
Camellia Inn’s Apple & Ham Breakfast Bread Pudding
This recipe comes from another one of my favorite bed and breakfasts, the Camellia Inn in the Sonoma town of Healdsburg. Get the recipe here.
Robard’s Steakhouse Candied Bacon French Toast
This decadent brunch item is seriously tasty, combine sweet and savory flavors on the same plate! Blue Cheese French Toast with Candied Bacon in a Bourbon Cherry Sauce.. de-lish! This recipe is from our friends at Robard’s Steakhouse in The Woodlands. Get the recipe here.
Casserole Queens Spicy Mac N’ Cheese
Who says mac n’ cheese isn’t for brunch? This is a great dish to sneak a few greens in, with lots of broccoli, sun-dried tomatoes, and green onions. This recipe is from our friends at Casserole Queens. Get the recipe here.
Jack Allen’s South Texas Layered Enchiladas
These easy enchiladas are for any time, but they’re especially delicious at brunch when they’re topped with a fried egg from our friends at Jack Allen’s Kitchen in Austin. Make them in a cast iron skillet for that log cabin feel — even if we’re miles from snow! Get the recipe here.
Z’Tejas Southwestern Breakfast Bake
This the breakfast folks look forward to on Christmas morning! It’s a savory take on classic sweet bread pudding from Z’Tejas. Get the recipe here.
Butternut Squash and Brussels Sprouts Breakfast Hash
Image Credit: Becki O’Brien for Ali Miller, R.D., L.D., C.D.E.
Want to add a little more green for Santa’s elves who may need the extra iron? Our friend Ali Miller, R.D., L.D., & C.D.E. in Houston has the right recipe for you! Her butternut and brussels sprouts hash is easy to whip up and packs a few extra vegetables to the mix. Get the recipe here.
The Ultimate Holiday Breakfast Sandwich
This is one of our ultimate favorite recipes for holiday brunches, because it’s so simple to put together. Our friends at H-E-B have the recipe for you here and you can watch a video on how it’s made right here.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year’s to you and yours!
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Jennifer says
Thank you so much for sharing these recipes! They sound fantastic!
Merry Christmas! 🎄