8 Warm Breakfast Ideas for Winter

Depending on your geographical location, it is either already freezing outside, or that chilly winter weather is right around the corner. This means it’s time for all the warm satisfying winter favorites that come with this season: fuzzy blankets, piping hot cups of tea or cocoa, and of course, warm, filling, delicious food. From mouthwatering casseroles to cinnamon buns and waffles, a good winter breakfast can warm you up and hit the hunger spot like no other seasonal dish. For the best ways to turn up the heat in the kitchen this holiday season, check out these 8 warm breakfast ideas for winter.

Steel-Cut Oats

You may have predicted these appearing on the list, but have you ever tasted oatmeal that’s slow roasted overnight? It’s all kinds of magical, melty and just plain delicious. Pick up some steel-cut oats, toss them in a crockpot with water before bed, and wake up to a delicious, hearty breakfast.

Baked Apple Streusel Pancake Bars

This make ahead dish is another tasty option you can make at the beginning of the week, and quickly grab a few each morning on your way out of the door. This combination of apple, cinnamon and fluffy pancake goodness is definitely mouthwatering.

Pumpkin Waffles

These crunchy, flavorful waffles are just the way to get warmed up and filled up on a brisk, winter day. And you can never go wrong when combining pumpkin with savory, buttery dishes.