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Cracker Barrel’s Holiday Menu for 2025 Has Dropped—5 Cozy Comfort Food Highlights

Plus learn more about how to get the chain's stress-free and hearty Thanksgiving feast

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Get ready to cozy up with some serious comfort food: Cracker Barrel’s holiday menu is back, and it’s packed with with plenty of satisfying options! Whether you’re craving a hearty breakfast or refreshing drink, there’s a little something for everyone. Can’t decide what to get? We rounded up our favorites from the 2025 holiday menu that will be hard to resist! Plus, learn more about the return of the chain’s heat-and-serve Thanksgiving meals and find out which delicious options you’ll get with the package.

What’s included in the Cracker Barrel holiday menu?

The chain restaurant has unveiled its 2025 holiday menu, which features both customer favorites and new creations. Diners will be able to choose from both sweet and hearty options that are packed full of flavor. 

The good news? The special offerings are already available at Cracker Barrel locations nationwide so you can try them for yourself! The holiday menu is limited-edition, however, so you’ll only be able to indulge in the dishes and drinks through the end of the year.

But that’s still plenty of time to sample everything the restaurant has to offer. 

Keep scrolling to discover our top picks from this year’s holiday menu! 

5 cozy seasonal favorites worth ordering now

Butter Pecan French Toast Bake (new) 

French toast
Credit: Cracker Barrel

Who knew French toast could get even better? This decadent spin features thick-cut country bread that’s been soaked in vanilla custard and filled with cheesecake. The irresistible pecan flavor comes from the praline pecan streusel topping and butter pecan syrup. You also get your choice of savory breakfast meat on the side.

Uncle Hershel’s Favorite Breakfast (returning)

Breakfast foods
Credit: Cracker Barrel

The classic Cracker Barrel logo is back, and a popular breakfast dish has made a return too! This menu option includes two eggs, breakfast meat, biscuits and gravy, plus two sides of your choice. There are plenty of tasty side options to choose from, including buttermilk pancakes, fried cinnamon apples and loaded hashbrown casserole.

Cheesy Grits (new)

Cheesy grits
Credit: Cracker Barrel

Grits are a Cracker Barrel staple, and now they’ve gotten a creamy, cheesy upgrade thanks to the addition of melty Colby cheese. It’s the perfect comforting side to any of the restaurant’s hearty dishes.

Cinnamon Roll Pie (returning)

Cinnamon roll pie
Credit: Cracker Barrel

There are several pies back on the holiday menu, but this sweet option is particularly irresistible! Hot, ooey-gooey cinnamon rolls fill the flaky, buttery pie crust for a truly unique treat. Plus, the entire pie is topped with cream cheese frosting. Yum! 

Merry Berry Tea (returning) 

Berry tea
Credit: Cracker Barrel

Their classic, freshly brewed iced tea gets a seasonal spin in this returning menu favorite. Expect to taste hints of strawberry, blackberry and raspberry in this bright red and refreshing drink. 

How to get Cracker Barrel’s Thanksgiving meal

The in-restaurant special dishes are just part of the holiday fun. If you’re hosting this year, Cracker Barrel is also offering its seasonal Heat & Serve Holiday Meals again. It’s the perfect way to gather everyone around the table without spending all day in the kitchen. The Thanksgiving meal starts at $114.99 and comes in two sizes: family dinner (serves 4-6) and feast (serves 8-10). Both go from oven to table in two hours. 

Here’s what each includes:

Family Dinner

  1. One oven-roasted turkey breast
  2. Turkey gravy
  3. Cranberry relish
  4. Cornbread dressing
  5. Green beans
  6. Sweet potato casserole with pecans
  7. Sweet yeast rolls

Feast

  1. Two oven-roasted turkey breasts
  2. Turkey gravy
  3. Cranberry relish
  4. Cornbread dressing
  5. Green beans
  6. Sweet potato casserole with pecans
  7. Sweet yeast rolls
  8. Mashed potatoes
  9. Pumpkin pie
  10. Pecan pie

More information about Christmas dinner options and additional package sizes can be found on the restaurant’s website.

If you want to savor one of these hearty Thanksgiving options, Cracker Barrel is already accepting pre-orders. You can then pick up your meal between November 22-30 to enjoy the dishes for the holiday! (Note: a 24-hour notice is required before going to get your meal and the food must be served within 72 hours of pickup.)

From a hearty Thanksgiving dinner to mouth-watering seasonal pies, you’re sure to find a new favorite at Cracker Barrel this season!

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