Fill your festive boots. Christmas is certainly a time for indulgence and this breakfast spread does just that. Baked goods to savoury nibbles, our picks will take the hassle out of rustling up Christmas breakfast, for fuss free festivities we know yule love!
M&S Bucks Fizz Marmalade, £3.00 BUY NOW
Top your toast: a marmalade that is perfect for any breakfast table – traditional juicy Seville orange marmalade paired with boozy flavourful Champagne. Bitter orange with a rich, slightly floral addition from the Champagne. Perfect served on a warm slice of sourdough bread – one for the adults.
Co-op Chocolate & Orange Croissant - Available in store
Switch up that chocolate orange and indulge. A glazed sticky outside with perfectly enriched croissant layers enrobing a chocolate brownie filling middle. We loved the mellow orange flavour that doesn’t overwhelm.
M&S Milk & Cookies Granola, £2.80 - Available in store
This crunchy, dark chocolate offering is speckled with milk and white chocolate chunks, vanilla crème filled crushed chocolate cookies and moreish cornflakes with a tangy yoghurt coating. We found the sweetness was just perfect and has hints of coffee and bitter chocolate. Much too good for Santa!
PAUL Red Fruits Mince Pie Croissant, £2.25 - Available in store
Flaky, sticky and fruited – a mince pie and buttery croissant in one, what's not to love? The tartness of the berry compote sings through, with a juicy mince pie filling of sultanas and currants. Heat gently for a toasted table top winner.
Harvey Nichols Christmas Coffee, £9.95 BUY NOW
A delicious medium ground blend with a hint of cinnamon and chocolate. Pop in a french press and enjoy the gentle aroma of morning Christmas coffee upon the breakfast table.
Morrisons Stollen Scone, £1.10 - Available in store
A British classic and a Christmas tradition all rolled into one deliciously doughy scone. Soft, pillowy and wonderfully authentic, almond-flavoured toffee pieces glacé cherries and just the perfect amount of rum smothering – festively fruited and joyfully sozzled.
Coop Irresistible Christmas Fruited Sourdough, £1.60 - Available in store
We adored this take on a fruited sourdough loaf. A delicious crust and an open texture studded with dried fruits – offering a slight sour tang from the sourdough starter. Mellow flavours pair brilliantly with any topping you may wish to smother on.
Waitrose 1 Dark Chocolate & Orange Stollen Wreath, £9.00 BUY NOW
Adorned with golden glitter and crunchy hazelnut pieces. Bitter cacao is perfectly balanced with sweet orange and subtle boozy orange liqueur – with soft, oozing marzipan running through the centre. Perfect for family and friends to dig right in.
Savoury Saviours:
Asda Smoked Salmon Blinis, £3.50 BUY NOW
Mini mouthfuls of delicate and flaky smoked salmon pieces. These perfectly portioned canapés are ideal for those fuss free Christmas dos. Soft cream cheese tops a deliciously savoury blini – warm quickly in the oven for a fresh taste no one will ever know they were pre-made!
Waitrose Christmas Breakfast Scotch Eggs, £3.49 BUY NOW
Smoky bacon, ketchup, herby sage and mushroom all wrapped up into a British classic. We loved the crispy crust and warming spiced notes – the ultimate breakfast in one bite. One for those who are too busy opening presents.
Edwards of Conwy Bloody Mary Flavoured Cocktail Sausages, £3.00 BUY NOW
The sausage of the season. British pork pleasantly spiced with an authentic Bloody Mary tomato tanginess – without the alcohol. Add to a full English or enjoy as a quick canapé and impress your guests with a delicious innovative eat!
Emilie is a freelance news writer and regular contributor for Delish UK. She has worked in food for over 5 years, with a cookery diploma from Leiths School of Food & Wine under her belt. Her spare time is spent disco dancing, cardamom bun eating and planning her next trip abroad which will always revolve around food. Duh!
