The holiday season is often considered one of the most wonderful times of the year. While that’s true in many ways, those tasked with preparing family meals know that planning, shopping, and cooking take serious work. And even if you prepare as many side dishes and desserts as you can ahead of time, the day itself is often still filled with last-minute tasks.
But what if we told you that you can enjoy all of the season’s comfort foods without lifting a finger? This year, Cracker Barrel is bringing back a variety of popular holiday dishes with all the fixings, plus heat-and-serve feasts that make hosting a breeze.
Cracker Barrel’s 2025 Holiday Meals
Cracker Barrel’s beloved holiday menu is back and better than ever. This year, some of the chain’s iconic seasonal dishes are returning, including Country Fried Turkey and Cinnamon Swirl French Toast. But that’s not all, Cracker Barrel is also debuting the Breakfast Burger. The handheld includes a fluffy bun piled high with a beef patty, strips of bacon, American cheese, a portion of the beloved Hashbrown Casserole, and a sunny-side-up egg.
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Here’s a closer look at the holiday lineup:
Country Fried Turkey: Cracker Barrel is known for its Country Fried Steak, but once a year, fans race to the restaurant to snag this seasonal favorite. The Country Fried Turkey entrée features two hand-breaded turkey tenderloins fried to golden perfection. The crispy portions are served with herbed pan gravy, cranberry relish, plus your choice of sides.
Broccoli Cheese Casserole: This offering features tender bites of broccoli and rice stirred into a rich and creamy cheese sauce. The casserole is topped with crushed buttery cracker crumbles, just like your favorite homemade hot dish. Enjoy it alongside Herb Roasted Chicken, or as part of the Crispy Homestyle Chicken plate.
Turkey Sausage: Round out your morning meal with a side of Turkey Sausage. Each order includes two juicy patties. Choose it as part of the Sunrise Pancake Special or purchase à la carte with your breakfast go-tos.
Cinnamon Swirl French Toast: This indulgent French toast includes three slices of cinnamon streusel bread dipped in Cracker Barrel’s signature batter, then griddled to perfection. Each plate is finished with drizzles of cinnamon and cream cheese icing. Even better, you don’t have to set the alarm because Cracker Barrel serves breakfast all day long.
Holiday Beverages: Guests can order Merry Berry Tea and cups of Holiday Peeps Hot Chocolate, which is garnished with a mountain of fluffy whipped cream, festive sprinkles, and a colorful Peeps Marshmallow Tree.
Cracker Barrel’s Heat & Serve Meals Return
If you’re planning to entertain a crowd, you’ll be happy to know that Cracker Barrel’s Heat & Serve meals are back this year as well. The Thanksgiving feast includes turkey breast, sweet potato casserole, green beans, dressing, gravy, cranberry relish, and rolls. Plus, you’ll also receive a pumpkin pie and a pecan pie. Thanksgiving preorders are open now and will be available to pick up starting Nov. 22. For December holidays, you can also preorder dinner packs containing either sugar-cured ham or prime rib and a variety of classic sides.
So, why not relax and let Cracker Barrel handle the cooking this year? And if you want to put the food in your own serving dishes to pass off as your own, we promise we won’t tell.
