Fuel busy mornings with these quick and easy breakfast ideas! With sweet, savory and simple on-the-go recipes, it’s the best way to get a jump-start on the day.
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Quick and Easy Breakfast Recipes
These quick and easy breakfast ideas are a great place to start on busy mornings when you need to get breakfast on the table with little fuss.
These are my favorite breakfast ideas that cover a wide range of options whether you have time to make a 30 minute breakfast or need breakfast on-the-go! Choose from make-ahead recipes or ideas that can be made quickly when you are short on time.
These simple 50+ breakfast ideas are categorized into multiple categories and cover both sweet and savory options. There is something for everyone!
Easy Egg Breakfast Ideas
Eggs are such a magical ingredient and can be used in so many different ways. When I am in a hurry, one-bowl microwave scrambled eggs, egg white omelette or omelette are all quick to whip up! Egg bites are perfect for on the go and a casserole is great for brunch.
Savory Taco, Burrito and Skillet Breakfast Ideas
Living in the Southwest, I absolutely love breakfast dishes with a Mexican flavor twist. I even love topping my skillets with avocado, pico de gallo and jalapenos.
- Best Huevos Rancheros Recipe (pictured above)
- Breakfast Tacos
- Skillet Breakfast Potatoes
- Cheesy Bacon Breakfast Skillet
- Egg Skillet (pictured at top)
- Breakfast Enchiladas
- Easy Breakfast Burritos
Waffles, Pancakes and Crepes
The sweeter side of easy breakfast ideas are hard to resist, especially since it includes delicious pancakes, waffles, and crepes. I love that I can make crepes from pancake mix and many waffles and pancakes are freezer friendly!
- Banana Pancakes (pictured above)
- BEST Buttermilk Pancakes Recipe
- Blueberry Pancakes
- Chocolate Chip Pancakes Recipe
- Gluten Free Pancakes
- Crepe Recipe
- Belgian Waffles
Family Favorite Breakfast Recipes
These breakfast treats take a little longer but many can be made ahead and my kids love to be surprised when I make one of these favorites!
Muffins, Scones and Quick Breads for Breakfast
These breakfast baked goods keep well, I love making a double batch and storing them in the freezer for both breakfast and snack.
Healthy Breakfast Smoothies
Starting the day with a smoothie or smoothie bowl is a great way to jumpstart the morning. There are endless combinations for easy breakfast ideas!
- Best Green Smoothie Recipe (pictured above)
- Mango Smoothie
- Pineapple Smoothie
- Pina Colada Smoothie
- Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Smoothie
- Acai Smoothie Recipe
Easy Breakfast Recipes with Oats
I love starting the day with a breakfast of oats! Whether it’s these peanut butter overnight oats or oatmeal breakfast bars, they are full of fiber and keep you satisfied for hours.
Make-Ahead Breakfast Casseroles
- Overnight French Toast Casserole (pictured above)
- Breakfast Casserole with Biscuits
- Overnight Breakfast Casserole with Sausage
- Breakfast Hashbrown Casserole with Sausage
- Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole
- Easy Ham and Cheese Breakfast Pie
- Eggs Benedict Breakfast Casserole
- Egg and Potato Casserole
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Easy Breakfast Ideas: Egg Skillet
A favorite easy breakfast ideas! Breakfast egg skillet made with crispy red potatoes, bacon, sautéed onions and peppers with over easy eggs on top. Ready in 20 minutes!
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Ingredients
- 4 Tablespoons salted butter
- 1 pound red potatoes , washed
- 4 strips bacon , cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- ½ cup diced onion
- ½ red bell pepper , chopped
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 5 large eggs
- Salt and Pepper , to taste
Optional toppings
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- green onions , sliced
- parsley optional for garnish
- avocado
- diced tomatoes
- hot sauce
Instructions
- Prep: Cut the potatoes into smaller bite sized pieces. Melt 4 Tablespoon butter in the skillet.
- Cook potatoes and bacon. Add diced potatoes, diced bacon, 1/2 cup chopped onion and 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers to the skillet. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon seasoned salt evenly over top. Cook for about 10 minutes, or until crisp around the edges and fork tender. Flip occasionally, being careful not to smash the potatoes. Turn down the heat if they're cooking to fast.
- Add eggs. Make five wells in the potatoes and then crack the eggs into the skillet. Cover the skillet and cook for 5-8 minutes over low heat, or until the eggs are set. Sprinkle salt and pepper over top.
- Sprinkle with cheese. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top the last couple minutes of cooking, if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Meat: In place of bacon you could add in 1/2 cup diced ham or sausage. You could also omit the meat altogether.
Vegetables: If you’d like to add more veggies, feel free to add in mushrooms, spinach, chopped asparagus or broccoli. I would add when you start cooking the potatoes.
Mexican flavors: Avocado, cilantro and salsa would be delicious on top too. To kick up the heat you could sprinkle chili powder on the potatoes while they’re cooking.
Leftovers: If you have leftovers, they taste delicious stuffed in a tortilla to make a breakfast burrito.
Nutrition
Calories: 290kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 199mg | Sodium: 742mg | Potassium: 560mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 903IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 2mg
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
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The Full List of Easy Breakfast Recipes
Click on the links below to find the recipes for all of the quick and easy breakfast ideas mentioned above.
Scrambled Eggs
Follow these tips to learn how to make scrambled eggs that come out soft, creamy and fluffy.
Total Time: 10 minutes
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Egg White Muffins Recipe
Easy egg white muffins recipe that make the perfect healthy on-the-go breakfast. They're high in protein, low in fat, and freezer friendly!
Total Time: 35 minutes
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Ham and Cheese Frittata Recipe
This ham and cheese frittata is easy to make with savory diced ham, cheddar cheese and broccoli for a simple breakfast, brunch or dinner.
Total Time: 35 minutes
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Bagel Recipe
These easy homemade bagels are soft on the inside, chewy and golden on the outside and perfect results every time.
Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes
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Ham and Cheese Quiche
This easy ham and cheese quiche is made with a pre-made pie crust and savory ham and cheese filling! It's perfect for serving at brunch or holiday mornings.
Total Time: 45 minutes
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Avocado Toast With Egg
This avocado toast with egg is a quick and easy simple breakfast complete with fiber, good fats and protein. This nutrient dense recipe is the best breakfast or snack to fuel your day!
Total Time: 10 minutes
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Egg and Potato Casserole
Get a head start on busy mornings or special occasion brunches with this make-ahead egg and potato casserole made with cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and green onions!
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
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Egg Skillet
An easy 20-minute egg skillet made with crispy red potatoes, bacon, sautéed onions and peppers with over easy eggs on top. Perfect for breakfast, brunch or even dinner!
Total Time: 20 minutes
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Egg White Omelette
Start your morning off right with this light and fluffy healthy egg white omelette. Loaded with veggies, it's hearty, filling and comes together in just 10 minutes!
Total Time: 10 minutes
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Microwave Scrambled Eggs
Easy microwave scrambled eggs made in one bowl in less than 2 minutes! A brilliant cooking hack that results in fluffy scrambled eggs and requires hardly any clean up.
Total Time: 2 minutes
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Omelette Recipe
All of the tips and tricks you need to make the perfect omelette! Soft, fluffy and super customizable. Add your favorite ingredients like veggies, meat or cheese.
Total Time: 10 minutes
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Mini Egg Frittatas
These mini egg frittatas are made in a muffin tin for a delicious make-ahead breakfast. Full of protein and veggies, they can be customized, too!
Total Time: 35 minutes
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Cottage Cheese Egg Bites
These high-protein cottage cheese egg bites are easy to make right in the blender and baked in muffin tins. Meal prep friendly and easy to customize with a variety of mix-ins!
Total Time: 30 minutes
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Breakfast Tacos
These Mexican breakfast tacos are made with fluffy scrambled eggs wrapped in a warm tortilla. Customize with bacon, potatoes or cheese then add your favorite toppings!
Total Time: 15 minutes
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Breakfast Potatoes
Skillet breakfast potatoes are delicious with crispy browned edges and cheese, bacon and onion. Skip going out and make your own classic diner-style home fries at home!
Total Time: 35 minutes
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Breakfast Skillet
This cheesy bacon breakfast skillet has delicious layers of eggs, hash browns, cheese and bacon. Easy to whip up, but tastes indulgent and oh-so-delicious!
Total Time: 20 minutes
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Huevos Rancheros Recipe
Easy, customizable and flavorful Huevos Rancheros is the best way to enjoy a Mexican breakfast fiesta.
Total Time: 20 minutes
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Breakfast Burrito
These breakfast burritos are easy to make with eggs, cheese, bacon and potatoes in a tortilla. They are the best make-ahead breakfast or enjoy anytime of the day!
Total Time: 35 minutes
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Hash Brown Egg Cups
These hash brown egg cups are packed with protein for on-the-go mornings to keep you full all day! Whether they're served with a salad for lunch, rice for dinner, or as part of an Easter brunch, everyone loves these savory breakfast bites!
Total Time: 50 minutes
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Cinnamon Roll Pancakes
These cinnamon roll pancakes have a cinnamon sugar swirl and are drizzled with a cream cheese glaze. They are the perfect fluffy pancake for weekends or special occasions.
Total Time: 20 minutes
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Lemon Poppy Seed Bread Recipe
This lemon poppy seed bread is light, moist and flavorful made with Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice and zest, lemon extract, and poppy seeds, then topped with a lemon glaze!
Total Time: 1 hour
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Homemade Pop Tarts Recipe
Make a batch of homemade pop tarts from scratch with a flaky pastry filled with cinnamon brown sugar, baked until golden then topped with a cinnamon vanilla glaze.
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
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Banana Pancakes
These fluffy banana pancakes are easy to make and have a moist texture with light banana flavor! Freezer-friendly so you can have homemade pancakes anytime.
Total Time: 20 minutes
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Buttermilk Pancakes Recipe
Homemade fluffy buttermilk pancakes are light and airy with the best buttery crispy edges. Ready to be topped with maple syrup in only 20 minutes, you'll never buy boxed mix again.
Total Time: 20 minutes
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Blueberry Pancakes
Light and tender pancakes made from scratch and loaded with fresh juicy blueberries. These are the fluffiest blueberry pancakes that you will ever try!
Total Time: 20 minutes
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Chocolate Chip Pancakes Recipe
These fluffy chocolate chip pancakes are easy to make when craving a sweet treat for breakfast. Buttermilk adds flavor and they are loaded with plenty of mini chocolate chips!
Total Time: 20 minutes
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Gluten Free Pancakes with Berry Coulis
Gluten Free Pancakes with Berry Coulis – The most delicious, guilt free breakfast that is easy to make and only takes a few minutes to whip up.
Total Time: 30 minutes
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Crepe Recipe
The best crepe recipe to make for any occasion and completely delicious! The best part about these crepes is they are super easy and can be made right in your blender.
Total Time: 40 minutes
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French Toast Sticks
French toast sticks are fun for all ages! Strips of thick pieces of toast are made into cinnamon-flavored dippers perfect for dipping in your favorite syrup, whipped cream, or sprinkled in a little extra sugar!
Total Time: 15 minutes
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Belgian Waffles
Perfectly crispy, soft, light and fluffy Belgian waffles. Made with common pantry staples and ready in just 20 minutes!
Total Time: 20 minutes
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Chocolate Chip Banana Muffins
These easy chocolate chip banana bread muffins are soft, moist and delicious! Made with simple pantry ingredients and ripe bananas, they make a great breakfast or snack.
Total Time: 55 minutes
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Easy Muffin Recipe
Made with only a few ingredients and use just one bowl and spoon! Once you make this easy muffin recipe, it'll become your new favorite easy breakfast!
Total Time: 20 minutes
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Blueberry Scones Recipe
These blueberry scones are bursting with sweet berry flavor and topped with an easy lemon glaze. They are moist, tender and the perfect addition to any brunch spread!
Total Time: 48 minutes
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Zucchini Chocolate Chip Muffins
These zucchini chocolate chip muffins are super soft, moist and jam packed with flavor! You'd never know they're loaded with freshly shredded zucchini. Kid approved and freezer-friendly, too!
Total Time: 35 minutes
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Mini Banana Muffins
These mini banana muffins are a bite-sized version of classic banana bread! They are moist, fluffy, full of banana flavor and ready in minutes.
Total Time: 35 minutes
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Apple Cinnamon Muffins
These cinnamon apple muffins are full of fall flavor with loads of diced apples and rolled in cinnamon sugar.
Total Time: 45 minutes
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Lemon Blueberry Muffins
These soft and moist lemon blueberry muffins with sour cream are bursting with fresh blueberries and lemon flavor. They're drizzled with a delicious lemon glaze.
Total Time: 35 minutes
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Kale Smoothie Recipe
This kale smoothie is easy to make for breakfast with banana, kale, Greek yogurt and berries! It's a delicious high protein smoothie with amazing taste.
Total Time: 5 minutes
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Breakfast Cookies
No-bake and easy to make in one bowl, these breakfast cookies are naturally sweetened, gluten-free and delicious! The perfect healthy on-the-go breakfast or snack.
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
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Homemade Granola Bars
These homemade granola bars are soft, chewy and easy to make with only 5 ingredients! A simple no-bake healthy snack that is so much better than store-bought.
Total Time: 50 minutes
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Homemade Granola
This healthy homemade granola recipe is packed with oats, coconut, pecans and spices. The crunchy granola clusters are the best!
Total Time: 25 minutes
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Monster Energy Balls
Monster energy balls are made with wholesome ingredients like peanut butter and flaxseeds and naturally sweetened with honey. They're simple to make in 10 minutes and the perfect protein-packed snack!
Total Time: 10 minutes
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Energy Balls Recipe
This 5 ingredient energy balls recipe is the perfect no bake breakfast or portable snack loaded with good for you ingredients. Made in one bowl in only 5 minutes!
Total Time: 10 minutes
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Peanut Butter Oatmeal Balls
These peanut butter oatmeal balls are wholesome, healthy and the easiest snack to make with 3 ingredients in 5 minutes. They satisfy sweet and salty cravings with the added benefit of protein!
Total Time: 5 minutes
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls
These chocolate peanut butter protein balls taste like no bake cookies but healthier! These make the perfect pre-work out snack, breakfast or dessert!
Total Time: 20 minutes
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Mango Smoothie
Blend up this cool and creamy mango smoothie for a refreshing breakfast or snack. With only 5 ingredients, it's ready to sip in only a few minutes!
Total Time: 5 minutes
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Pineapple Smoothie
This healthy pineapple smoothie is creamy, refreshing and tropical. It's easy to make in 5 minutes with 5 ingredients and is a fresh and fruity breakfast or snack!
Total Time: 5 minutes
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Best Green Smoothie Recipe
The best green smoothie recipe is a nutrient-packed blend of mango, banana and spinach! It's healthy, vibrant and easy to make with only 4 ingredients in 5 minutes.
Total Time: 5 minutes
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Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Smoothie
Incredibly healthy and delicious, this quick cinnamon roll breakfast smoothie is the perfect breakfast to start off the day!
Total Time: 5 minutes
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Acai Smoothie
This acai smoothie is easy to make with a mix of acai juice, berries and banana. It's a delicious blend of healthy nutrients that adds a boost to your morning or afternoon!
Total Time: 5 minutes
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Breakfast Meatballs
These delicious breakfast meatballs can be rolled the night before and then baked in the oven in the morning. Loaded with sausage, cheese, apples, and maple syrup, this easy breakfast dish sets you up for the day ahead!
Total Time: 40 minutes
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Breakfast Enchiladas
Assemble overnight breakfast enchiladas the night before and bake in the morning! Tortillas are stuffed with sausage, potatoes, and cheese then covered in a creamy egg sauce, it's super easy and delicious!
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
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Breakfast Casserole with Biscuits
This breakfast casserole with biscuits is easy to make with sausage, eggs, cheese and refrigerated biscuits. A breakfast favorite for weekend brunch and holidays!
Total Time: 45 minutes
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Overnight Breakfast Casserole
This overnight breakfast casserole with sausage, eggs, potatoes and cheese is easy to assemble the night before and bake in the morning! Perfect for a holiday breakfast.
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
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Overnight Cinnamon Roll Recipe
Soft and fluffy overnight cinnamon rolls can be prepped the night before and baked in the morning! Top with a rich cream cheese frosting for the best breakfast.
Total Time: 12 hours 50 minutes
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Sausage Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole
This sausage hashbrown breakfast casserole is made with simple ingredients for a hearty and filling breakfast! Prep it the night before and bake in the next morning.
Total Time: 50 minutes
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Overnight French Toast
Prep the night before then bake this easy overnight French toast casserole in the morning. With a brown sugar streusel and berry topping, it's perfect for holiday brunch!
Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
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Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole
Do you need an easy solution for a filling breakfast? This crescent roll breakfast casserole can be prepared the night before and baked in the oven in the morning. Loaded with sausage, eggs, cheese, and buttery crescent rolls, this simple-to-make breakfast makes any day feel special!
Total Time: 1 hour
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Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole
This tater tot breakfast casserole is a favorite with sausage, cheese, eggs and crispy tots. This make ahead breakfast is easy to make and always earns rave reviews!
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
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Breakfast Pie
This breakfast pie starts with a flaky pie crust and is filled with breakfast favorites like eggs, ham and cheese. It's so easy to make and a crowd-favorite for weekend brunches.
Total Time: 45 minutes
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Eggs Benedict Casserole
Eggs benedict casserole with a seasoned egg mixture, English muffins, Canadian bacon pieces and then finished with a rich, velvety hollandaise sauce!
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
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Overnight Oats Recipe
Overnight oats are perfect to make ahead for a healthy breakfast or snack. Make the base overnight oats recipe then customize with add-ins and toppings!
Total Time: 6 hours
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Breakfast Yogurt Popsicle Recipe
Popsicles for breakfast! Yes, you heard right. These easy breakfast yogurt popsicles are not only delicious but are also packed with summer fruits and topped with a crunchy granola.
Total Time: 4 hours 5 minutes
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Baked Oatmeal Recipe
This blueberry baked oatmeal is a healthy and delicious make-ahead breakfast made with oats, blueberries and sweetened with brown sugar. Cozy, customizable and filling!
Total Time: 25 minutes
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Jamielyn Nye is the founder and recipe creator at I Heart Naptime. She is the author of the I Heart Naptime Cookbook and shares easy family-friendly recipes and desserts for every occasion.
I have made 3 of these recipe already and LOVE THEM! Can’t wait to try the rest!
This is such an awesome list. I feel like we have the same things all of the time, so I’m thankful to have this to turn to. The smoothie recipe is my fave!
So glad you enjoyed the breakfast ideas!
We love breakfast for dinner at our house, and I can’t wait to try some of your savory breakfast ideas. The breakfast enchiladas are definitely calling my name!