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Last Updated: Nov 12, 2022 by Angela Latimer · Leave a Comment

Thanksgiving Breakfast Recipes

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Best Thanksgiving breakfast recipes pin featuring two easy family favorite dishes to make.

These Thanksgiving breakfast recipes are a great way to keep your appetite on hold before it's time to sit down for the big meal. This list features effortless quick breakfasts, casseroles for feeding the whole family, and so much more! Eating a good breakfast is important because it's hard to cook Thanksgiving dinner on an empty stomach!

Thanksgiving Breakfast Ideas

Thanksgiving morning is often overlooked because everyone is holding out for the epic feast that's coming up later. Well, there's no reason to starve until dinnertime (even if you're doing all of the holiday cooking)!

These Thanksgiving breakfast recipes are stress-free and will keep you satisfied until it's time for turkey. Even if you have family in town, you can have a tasty breakfast for everyone on the table in no time!

Best Thanksgiving breakfast recipes to make featuring a 4 image collage of family favorite breakfast ideas.
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  • Thanksgiving Breakfast Ideas
  • Breakfast Recipes For Thanksgiving Morning
  • 1. Baked Eggs
  • 2. Apple Pie French Toast Casserole
  • 3. Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole
  • 4. Air Fryer Bacon
  • 5. Apple Cider Baked Donuts
  • 6. Potatoes O'Brien
  • 7. Microwave Omelet
  • 8. Waffles
  • 9. Sausage Egg and Cheese Breakfast Casserole
  • 10. Apple Oatmeal Muffins
  • 11. Sheet Pan Pancakes
  • 12. Omelet Roll
  • 13. Avocado Egg Bake
  • 14. Ham Egg Cups
  • 15. Fried Bologna and Egg Sandwich
  • 16. Sour Cream Scrambled Eggs
  • 17. Strawberry Buttermilk Crepes
  • 🦃 Thanksgiving Dinner Menu Ideas
  • 📖 Recipe Card
  • Thanksgiving Breakfast Recipes: Sausage Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole (+More Tasty Ideas!)
  • 💬 Comments & Reviews

Breakfast Recipes For Thanksgiving Morning

Thanksgiving morning breakfast recipes are all about ease and the ability to feed a lot of people stress-free. Some of these recipes are more involved than others.

If you think you will have a particularly hectic holiday, just pick what suits your needs!

Whether you're a pro at hosting Thanksgiving dinner and holiday parties or giving it a try for the first time this year, you're sure to find my ultimate guide to planning Thanksgiving a help! Don't forget to safely thaw your holiday turkey early, too!

1. Baked Eggs

You can make eggs with perfectly set whites and creamy yolks in no time by baking them! This recipe can easily be scaled up to feed any number of people. All you need is eggs, olive oil, and some salt & pepper!

Baked Eggs (Incredibly Easy Anyday Breakfast!)
Oven baked eggs are incredibly easy to make, and they are a wonderfully tasty addition to any breakfast or brunch! When the egg whites have just set but the yolk is still creamy and runny, it's time to sprinkle a touch of thyme and fresh Parmesan on top and dig in! Baking eggs just might be your new favorite way to cook delicious eggs every time!
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Wide closeup on the baked eggs in yellow rimmed baking dish.

2. Apple Pie French Toast Casserole

This casserole combines the flavors we all know and love from homemade apple pie and cinnamon French toast and turns it into one unforgettable breakfast. You can do most of the prep the evening before so that morning you just combine and bake!

Apple Pie French Toast Casserole
This apple pie French toast casserole is the best sweet and fruity breakfast dish that is perfect for any occasion! It combines the elements of classic French toast as well as homemade apple pie. You can make even make it in advance for some easy overnight French toast!
Check out this recipe
Square image of a slice of apple pie french toast casserole with whipped cream on top.

3. Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole

If you are serving breakfast to a crowd, this hashbrown casserole is the ultimate side dish. It's hearty and cheesy, plus it takes little-to-no prep time.

Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole
This Cracker Barrel hashbrown casserole is a savory, flavorful side dish that will satisfy your need for some delicious comfort food. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you'll bring the taste of Cracker Barrel into your kitchen. This easy-to-make casserole is ideal for family gatherings, potlucks, or a comforting meal any day of the week.
Check out this recipe
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4. Air Fryer Bacon

Bust out your air fryer and whip up a batch of perfectly crispy bacon in minutes! No popping grease and no mess.

Air Fryer Bacon
This air fryer bacon recipe is about to be your new favorite way to make crispy, perfectly cooked bacon with no fuss and no mess! No more dodging splattering grease; let the air fryer do all the work for you! Whether you like thick-cut, hickory-smoked, peppered, or applewood-smoked, it will do wonders for your breakfast game!
Check out this recipe
Wide overhead image of the plated air fryer bacon on white plate.

5. Apple Cider Baked Donuts

These baked donuts are ready to eat in just 35 minutes. Not to mention, they are full of spiced apple flavor and coated in sweet cinnamon sugar!

Apple Cider Donuts
These apple cider donuts are crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and coated in sweet cinnamon sugar! They use boiled apple cider for a rich and vibrant flavor that can't be beaten. With just one bite of these melt-in-your-mouth doughnuts, you'll be hooked!
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6. Potatoes O'Brien

Crispy skillet potatoes are a breakfast comfort food classic and you'll love this version with bell peppers and onions! You can dice the vegetables the night before to save some time in the kitchen.

Potatoes O'Brien
Potatoes O’Brien is a classic skillet-fried potato dish made with diced potatoes, bell peppers, and onions, for a crispy, flavorful side perfect for breakfast or dinner. This easy recipe delivers golden, pan-fried potatoes with a delicious balance of savory and slightly sweet flavors. Serve them alongside eggs, bacon, steak, or your favorite main course.
1x recipe yields 4 hearty servings or 6 smaller side servings. See all my potato recipes and potato side dishes, plus the great articles best potatoes for baked potatoes and yukon vs yellow vs gold potatoes.
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7. Microwave Omelet

A microwave omelet can be just as fluffy and delicious as one made on the stovetop. From start to finish, it only takes 7 minutes (and you don't have to tell anyone how you made it).

Microwave Omelet
This microwave omelet is a fast and easy way to make a delicious meal that will satisfy your family's breakfast appetite! Savory chopped ham is combined with beaten eggs, milk, and salt then topped with shredded cheddar cheese. With this simple microwave omelet, you will have a cheesy and protein-packed meal perfect for your busy mornings!
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8. Waffles

Whip up a batch of fluffy, homemade waffles in just 25 minutes! Then you can serve them as part of a spread with all of your favorite waffle toppings for everyone to choose from.

Homemade Waffles
My homemade waffles are light and fluffy, ultra-delicious, and a classic homemade breakfast staple- you'll never use a different waffle recipe again! They can be made in advance and are perfect for any day of the week! Top them with some whipped cream or syrup and you are ready to start your day!
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9. Sausage Egg and Cheese Breakfast Casserole

This casserole has all the elements of a well-rounded breakfast in one dish! Fluffy eggs, savory sausage, and melted cheddar cheese, what more could you ask for?

Sausage Egg and Cheese Breakfast Casserole
This easy sausage egg and cheese breakfast casserole is a fabulous recipe for serving breakfast to a crowd on Christmas morning. With just a handful of classic breakfast ingredients like eggs, sausage, and cheese, you can make a hearty casserole for feeding visiting family or simply meal prep the leftovers!
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10. Apple Oatmeal Muffins

These apple oatmeal muffins are a nutritious and delicious way to start your Thanksgiving. You can make them the night before and they are easy to eat on the go!

Apple Oatmeal Muffins
These apple oatmeal muffins are a fabulous grab and go breakfast that you don't have to feel guilty about eating! The flavor of fresh apple and granola topping makes them just as delicious as any sugar-filled muffin you would get at a bakery. Thanks to a fair amount of applesauce, these perfectly sweet and flavorful muffins are a healthy start to any day!
Check out this recipe
Square image of apple oatmeal muffins.

11. Sheet Pan Pancakes

Instead of individual pancakes, try making one giant sliceable pancake for the whole family! It's just as fluffy as a traditional pancake and you don't have to flip it.

Sheet Pan Pancakes
These sheet pan pancakes have the fluffy texture of normal pancakes in half the time, and there's no flipping required! It's the perfect way to serve pancakes to a crowd quickly! This giant pancake slices wonderfully and will make breakfast time even easier!
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Wide image of the plated sheetpan pancakes stacked two squares high.

12. Omelet Roll

This omelet roll is filled with melted cheese and savory bits of ham. Instead of flipping and folding your omelet on the stove, you bake it and roll it into a jumbo omelet that can be sliced into 12 servings.

Omelet Roll (Ham & Cheese Roulade Breakfast or Brunch)
Fluffy, easy-to-make ham & cheese omelet roll is the perfect combination of tender, baked eggs rolled with delicious ham and cheese! It’s perfect for a family breakfast, special occasion or Mother's Day brunch, or really any time of day!
Check out this recipe
Omelet roll or ham and cheese breakfast roulade served on white plate.

13. Avocado Egg Bake

If you prefer to keep it light for breakfast so you can indulge at dinnertime, avocado egg bakes are a great choice. Avocado becomes buttery smooth when baked and you can cook the eggs to your desired level of doneness!

Avocado Egg Bake (Breakfast Bake)
This avocado egg bake is a quick and satisfying breakfast that will keep you feeling full straight on through lunch! You will enjoy the buttery taste of fresh avocados with a baked egg center and a colorful assortment of easily customizable toppings! You can make this breakfast bake as healthy as you like, or not!
Check out this recipe

14. Ham Egg Cups

With a muffin pan, ham, eggs, cheese, and some seasoning, you can make these 2-bite breakfast cups! It's as easy as layering the ingredients in the muffin tin and popping them in the oven.

Ham Egg Cups
These Ham and Cheese Egg Cups are a perfect, easy-to-make breakfast option that combines the savory flavors of ham and cheese with the richness of baked eggs. They're great for a quick morning meal or a fancy brunch.
Check out this recipe
Square image of ham egg cups.

15. Fried Bologna and Egg Sandwich

A quick breakfast sandwich will keep everyone happy and out of the kitchen while you start prepping for dinner. I make mine with fried bologna, a fried egg, and American cheese sandwiched between two toasted English muffins.

Fried Bologna and Egg Sandwich
If you haven't tried a fried egg and bologna sandwich before you're truly missing out on a surprisingly tasty classic breakfast sandwich. The browned sensation that is fried bologna will blow you away with how good it is.
Check out this recipe
Close up image of a fried bologna and egg sandwich.

16. Sour Cream Scrambled Eggs

Adding a little sour cream to your scrambled eggs will change your scrambled egg game forever! This easy addition makes them so soft and creamy, you won't ever want them any other way.

Sour Cream Scrambled Eggs
Once you make these delightfully light and creamy sour cream scrambled eggs, you will never want them any other way! This super easy recipe is perfect for busy mornings when you want a hearty breakfast without sacrificing time or flavor!
Check out this recipe
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17. Strawberry Buttermilk Crepes

Crepes are light and thin, so you don't overindulge before dinnertime. Add some fresh fruit and whipped cream and everyone will be sending their compliments to the chef.

Strawberry Buttermilk Crepes Recipe
My homemade strawberry buttermilk crepes are a delicate and light breakfast treat that everyone will enjoy. They are super simple to make and can be whipped up in a pinch. These thin delights are a perfect weekend breakfast treat, especially once the strawberries are in season.
Check out this recipe
Strawberry buttermilk crepes plated with fresh strawberries and cream.

🦃 Thanksgiving Dinner Menu Ideas

  • Thanksgiving Stuffing Recipes - There are so many different varieties of stuffing (or dressing) out there, so why not try them all?
  • Thanksgiving Dinner Rolls & Breads Recipes - Impress your guests with some homemade rolls, biscuits, cornbread, or something more unique!
  • Thanksgiving Potato Recipes - Try some of these irresistible potato recipes with your family this year!
  • Thanksgiving Green Bean Recipes - Many versions of green bean casserole, sauteed green beans, green bean almondine, and more!
  • Keto Thanksgiving Dinner Menu Ideas - Pull off a low-carb Thanksgiving without it feeling like a low-carb Thanksgiving.
  • Thanksgiving Ham Dinner Menu Ideas - If your family prefers ham over turkey, these are the recipes that will complement your Thanksgiving ham!

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Thanksgiving Breakfast Recipes: Sausage Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole (+More Tasty Ideas!)

These Thanksgiving breakfast recipes are a great way to keep your appetite on hold before it's time to sit down for the big meal. This list features effortless quick breakfasts, casseroles for feeding the whole family, and so much more! Eating a good breakfast is important because it's hard to cook Thanksgiving dinner on an empty stomach!
Author | Angela Latimer
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 354kcal
Prep 15 minutes minutes
Cooking 55 minutes minutes
Total Time 1 hour hour 10 minutes minutes
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Ingredients
 

  • 1 lb sausage (cooked, crumbled, drained)
  • 8 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1 ⅓ cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • 20 oz hash browns (fresh or thawed)
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese (grated - reserve ½ cup for topping the casserole)
  • ½ small yellow onion (optional, diced)
  • ½ large red bell pepper (optional, diced)
  • ½ large green bell pepper (optional, diced)

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Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease or spray a 9x13 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Brown and crumble the sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat then drain the fat.
  • In a medium mixing bowl combine the eggs, milk, and seasoning (salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder).
  • Layer the hash browns, cooked sausage, optional ingredients (red or green bell peppers and/or onions) plus 1 ½ cups of grated cheddar cheese then pour the egg mixture over the ingredients. Mix to combine if desired, then top with remaining ½ cup of shredded cheese.
  • Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 55-60 minutes, or until the egg in the center is fully cooked. *Cooking times may be longer if you add additional ingredients, or your hash browns are not fully thawed.

Notes

  • If choosing to add the optional onion, red bell pepper, and/or green bell pepper and you want them softened, saute with the sausage as it browns.
  • Use the Simply Potatoes brand fresh hashbrowns that are sold in 20-ounce packages or frozen hashbrowns that are fully thawed.
  • The hash browns amount can accommodate up to 2 pounds or 32-ounces of hash browns.
  • Want to add more egg or sausage? Try 10 eggs or 2 pounds of sausage to feed more people!
  • Use pork breakfast sausage sold in chubs - whichever flavor you enjoy most. The regular, sage, and hot flavors are all quite tasty.
  • You can layer the ingredients and top with eggs, or mix everything together then transfer into your baking dish.
  • The hash brown breakfast casserole can be refrigerated or frozen after assembly.

Nutrition

Calories: 354kcal (18%) | Carbohydrates: 15g (5%) | Protein: 20g (40%) | Fat: 24g (37%) | Saturated Fat: 10g (63%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 206mg (69%) | Sodium: 746mg (32%) | Potassium: 457mg (13%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 3g (3%) | Vitamin A: 831IU (17%) | Vitamin C: 23mg (28%) | Calcium: 240mg (24%) | Iron: 2mg (11%)
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Course Breakfast Recipes, Casseroles, Pork Dishes, Potato Dishes, Thanksgiving
Cuisine American
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