Make Gordon Ramsay’s Perfect Christmas Breakfast

Gordon Ramsey knows that Christmas morning should be about enjoying time with your loved ones, without stressing over a complicated breakfast.

That’s why the world-renowned chef has shared his favorite recipe for a quick, light holiday breakfast. Simple but satisfying, this dish comes together in just a few minutes, leaving you plenty of time to get into the holiday spirit and enjoy the holidays with family and friends.

Whether you’re hosting a large gathering or keeping it low-key, Gordon Ramsay’s Christmas Breakfast is the perfect way to start the day.

Celebrity chef Ramsay has unveiled his recipe for the perfect Christmas morning breakfast, and it’s incredibly simple and deliciously light. According The mirrorRamsay puts a unique spin on the classic combination of scrambled eggs and smoked salmon. His spin? Serve the dish over buttery croissants to create a more “decadent” Christmas treat.

This creative twist on a classic Christmas morning favorite “tastes simply delicious” and “is sure to impress your guests.” Best of all, it comes together quickly, only taking a few minutes, and can easily be expanded to serve larger family gatherings.

To make Ramsay’s Scrambled Eggs and Smoked Salmon, you will need the following:

• 4 large croissants with day-old butter
• 12 large eggs
• 3.5 oz (7 tablespoons) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1-2 tablespoons chopped chives
• 10.5 oz smoked salmon slices
• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Ramsay suggests starting by trimming the ends of the croissants and cutting each one into four to six rounds. Lightly season the slices with salt and pepper to taste.

For scrambled eggs, Ramsay recommends cracking the eggs directly into a cold, heavy-bottomed saucepan and placing them over low heat. Add a small amount of butter and gently stir the eggs with a wooden spoon, making sure the yolks and whites are completely combined.

When the eggs begin to scramble, remove the pan from the heat and use a spatula to scrape the mixture from the sides and bottom of the pan. Return the pan to the heat and repeat the process, stirring and scraping until the eggs form a smooth, creamy curd. This process should take between five and six minutes, and Ramsay emphasizes not overcooking the eggs as they should remain moist and soft. Once finished, remove from the heat, add a knob of butter and the chopped chives and season to taste.

For the croissants, heat a frying pan over medium heat and gently toast the slices on both sides for a minute or two until golden brown. To serve, place the toasted croissant slices on a plate, top with the soft scrambled eggs and finish with slices of smoked salmon over the eggs for a luxurious Christmas breakfast.

Ramsay offered his “top tips for making sure Christmas Day is a success” in a TikTok clip shared by The Jonathan Ross Show.

“Stop worrying about calling too early for lunch. Come back at 3 or 4 o’clock. That way you won’t be stressed and you can enjoy it too,” Ramsay advised. Following this handy tip can help ensure a more relaxed Christmas, with plenty of time for other holiday traditions.

Ramsay also emphasized the importance of making the cooking process a family affair. “The day before Christmas Eve, ask the whole family, uncles, aunts and grandmothers to help you peel the vegetables. Cook the vegetables together,” he suggested.

When it comes to the centerpiece of the meal, Ramsay assured viewers not to stress over the turkey. “Everyone worries about that turkey. Honestly, first thing in the morning, around 5:30 or six in the morning, you put the turkey in the oven on low and then go back to bed for a few hours,” he explained.

To stay organized, Ramsay recommended creating a detailed plan for the big day. “Get yourself a plan with A, B, C, D, that describes what to do each hour of the day before lunch is served,” he said.