Christmas Week Meal Plan
If you’re looking for recipe ideas for the days leading up to Christmas, this 4 day Christmas Week Meal Plan can help! Includes breakfast, lunch and dinner ideas for December 23, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
If you’re hosting Christmas for family this year you know just how much planning is involved! So if you’re looking for meal ideas for the big 4 days when you have a house full of people, you’re in the right place! I’m sharing meal plans for December 23, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day, that includes breakfast, lunch, dinner and desserts. If anything, maybe my meal plan can inspire some ideas for your own plans! And don’t miss my Christmas Week Meal Plan from last year for even more ideas.
About This Meal Plan:
I made this meal plan for our family gathering of around 8-10 people, depending on the day. So you can adjust for your gathering size by either decreasing or increasing the amount of food you need. The meals are split out by day with links to any recipes that I have shared here on my website. I hope you find something delicious to make. Happy Holidays!
December 23 Meal Plan
Breakfast
- Cranberry Orange Breakfast Bake
- Seasonal Fruit Plate
- Bacon, Sausages
- Juice, Coffee, Tea
Lunch
- Broccoli Potato Soup
- Original Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
- OR Grilled Cheese with Fig Jam
- Dessert: Toblerone Shortbread
Dinner
- Orange Glazed Ham
- Baked Mac + Cheese
- OR Creamy Gouda Cauliflower Bake
- Broccoli Mandarin Salad
- Cheese Buns
- Dessert: Sticky Toffee Pudding
Christmas Eve Meal Plan
Breakfast
- Crustless Quiche
- Cranberry Orange Focaccia
- Bacon
- Juice, Coffee
Lunch
- French Onion Soup
- Pickles
- Veggie Plate with Dip
- Extra Cheese + Bread
Dinner
- Tourtière (this is my Mom’s recipe)
- with Salsa, Chutney or Tomato Relish
- Brussels Sprout Salad
- Assortment of pickles
- Parker House Rolls
- Dessert: Christmas Pavlova Wreath
Christmas Day Meal Plan
Breakfast
- Wifesaver Breakfast Casserole
- Fruit Salad
- Cinnamon Buns
- Breakfast Sausages
- Juice, Coffee, Bailey’s
Appetizer Lunch
Dinner
- Prime Rib or Roast Beef
- with Horseradish + Pickled Beets
- Creamy Brussels Sprouts Bake
- Whipped Truffle Cheese Mashed Potatoes
- Roasted Carrots + Parsnips
- Steamed Green Peas
- Popovers
- Dessert: Chocolate Orange Cake
Boxing Day Meal Plan
Breakfast
- Simple Bacon + Eggs
- Sliced Tomatoes + Avocados
- White Chocolate Eggnog Scones
- Coffee, Tea and Juice
Lunch of Leftovers! YES!
- Set out a selection of any leftover cheese, cold cuts, pickles, olives, bread and crackers that you have.
- Make a veggie plate and serve with dip.
- Put out bowls of chips + dip.
Dinner
- Beef Pot Pie (with leftover beef)
- Caesar Salad
- Leftover Christmas Treats + Cookies
Don’t Forget the Treats + Snacks!
I hope this Christmas Week Meal Plan was helpful to you! Merry Christmas!
