Let's face it, mornings can get hectic. Whether you're a busy student trying to make it out the door for class, a parent trying to keep everyone on schedule, or a working professional trying to ensure a productive day ahead, morning time can feel like a race against the clock and breakfast is usually the first thing to be thrown to the side.
You deserve a healthy breakfast that gets your mind and body going, though, no matter how busy your mornings can get. That's why these make-ahead breakfast recipes are some of my favorites. They set you up for success, giving you an easy option to reach for each morning!
Breakfast Parfait Popsicles
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Popsicles for breakfast? Unconventional, I know, but trust me - they're so good! They take all of the best parts of yogurt but simplify how you eat it — no spoon required! (via Brit+Co)
Make-Ahead Freezer Breakfast Sandwiches
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Nothing is better than a hot breakfast in the morning, but those can be difficult to whip up with a busy schedule. These make-ahead freezer breakfast sandwiches are perfect because you're able to make a whole bunch at once and warm them up in the mornings, saving you time but keeping you satisfied! They're also super easy to make and require few (but delicious) ingredients. (via The Real Food Dietitians)
Mixed Berry Breakfast Cake
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This mixed berry breakfast cake rivals anything you could buy at your local coffee shop. It is infused with natural berries that gives it that perfect amount of sweetness for the morning and the creamy yogurt makes it nice and tender. (via The Real Dietitians)
Blueberry Oatmeal Breakfast Bars
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Bars are my breakfast go-to because they're easy to eat on-the-go and pair perfectly with a cup of coffee. Store bought bars have nothing on these homemade oatmeal breakfast bars, though. These are super simple to make ahead of time, are packed with nutrients, and can be eaten with a fork or by hand. (via The Real Food Dietitians)
Denver Omelet Breakfast Burritos
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For many, breakfast burritos are a must-have for the mornings. They are filling, delicious, and usually packed with good-for-you ingredients. What sets these breakfast burritos apart is that they're super simple to make and can be done so ahead of time, making for easy mornings where you just need to pop them in the microwave. (via The Real Food Dietitians)
Sweet Potato Breakfast Casserole
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With satisfying and delicious ingredients like sweet potatoes, bell peppers, spinach, and red onions, this breakfast casserole is sure to become a regular in your breakfast roundup. It is great for meal prep and can be reheated without losing any flavor. (via The Real Food Dietitians)
No Bake Energy Balls
Don't be fooled by how dessert-like these look, these energy balls are packed with healthy ingredients. Oatmeal, nit butter, dates, and agave combine to make a delicious sweet treat for the mornings. (via The Edgy Veg)
Healthy Pumpkin Muffins
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These pumpkin muffins are fluffy, moist, and good for you! You can make as many as your heart desires in one-go, and then freeze them for many easy mornings to come. (via Clean Cuisine)
Pumpkin Breakfast Cookies
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Cookies for breakfast? That are good for you? Sign me up! These pumpkin breakfast cookies are brimming with energy-boosting ingredients but still manage to be a yummy sweet treat. (via Clean Cuisine)
Chocolate Chip Baked Oats
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Oatmeal is a breakfast staple for a reason. It's easy, hearty, and can be customized to just your liking. These chocolate chip baked oats take that to the next level, as they can prepped ahead of time and taste like a cookie! (via Crowded Kitchen)
High-Protein Overnight Oats with Frozen Fruit
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You can't go wrong with oats and fruit in the morning. This recipe is nutritious, refreshing, and satisfying - everything you want in a breakfast meal! (via Crowded Kitchen)
Overnight Breakfast Casserole
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This breakfast casserole is perfect to whip up on a Sunday and enjoy all week long. It is full of healthy ingredients, including eggs, onions, red peppers, and mushrooms, that help you start your day off right. (via Vikalinka)
Overnight Gingerbread French Toast Breakfast Bake
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French toast is one of my favorite breakfast foods, but it's usually not feasible on a busy weekday morning. This overnight french toast challenges that notion, though, as you can make it ahead of time! Plus, the gingerbread flavor elevates this recipe even further! (via Averie Cooks)
Freezer-Friendly Breakfast Taquitos
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Looking for a savory breakfast option that doesn't require any time in the morning? Look no further. These freezer-friendly breakfast taquitos are fantastic and can be customized to your liking (hot sauce, for example, would be soo good on these!). (via The Girl on Bloor)
Broccoli Cheddar Crustless Quiche
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I usually wouldn't consider quiche an easy breakfast option, but I was proven wrong with this one! You can whip it up ahead of time, stick it in the freezer, and have a deliciously cheesy breakfast in no time at all. (via The Girl on Bloor)
Cinnamon Roll Biscuits
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If you're in an indulgent mood, these cinnamon roll biscuits hit the spot. They're the perfect amount of sweet and melt in your mouth after warming them up in the microwave. (via Completely Delicious)
Homemade Strawberry Pop Tarts
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Pop Tarts are a yummy and nostalgic option, although the ones that come from the store definitely aren't the best for you. That's where this homemade option comes in. They're easy to make and easy to eat, making them the ultimate breakfast option. (via Completely Delicious)
Apple Baked Oatmeal
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Hearty oats, sweet apples, and savory spices - this is like fall in a breakfast food! You can cook it up on the weekend and bust it out all week long. The best part is it can be eaten both hot or cold, allowing you to keep things super simple. (via A Virtual Vegan)
Oatmeal Raisin Breakfast Cookies
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Another breakfast cookie recipe because, seriously, what could be better? These ones are soft, chewy, and filling and are made with ingredients that make you feel good all day long. (via Kathryn's Kitchen Blog)
French Toast Muffins
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These muffins take delicious french toast and puts into an easy to eat form! They're easy to make and perfect to pop in the freezer for a simple breakfast. (via Kathryn's Kitchen)
Loaded Creole Breakfast Skillet
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Who doesn't want to put a cajun flair on their everyday breakfast? This breakfast skillet is so satisfying and feels like a flavor explosion. (via Pink Owl Kitchen)
Orange Blueberry Breakfast Cake
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Have your cake and eat it too with this scrumptious orange blueberry breakfast cake! It's bursting with flavor and a slice of it goes so well with a morning cup of coffee. (via Pink Owl Kitchen)
Pumpkin Porridge
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If you like a meal that feels like a warm hug in the morning, this pumpkin porridge is for you. It's smoothy, creamy, and hearty, as well as super quick and easy to make ahead of time. (via Vanilla and Bean)
Zucchini Baked Oatmeal Cups with Chocolate
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As established, oatmeal is the ultimate breakfast staple! These baked oatmeal cups take things to the next level, as they can be taken with you on-the-go and are the perfect chocolate-y treat! (via The First Mess)
Vegan Carrot Muffins
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These vegan carrot muffins take less than 30 minutes to make, but you'd never know it based off how they taste. They're so yummy and flavorful - the perfect mix of carrots and spices. (via The First Mess)
Poblano Sweet Potato Black Bean Breakfast Enchiladas
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These breakfast enchiladas redefine a savory breakfast. They're so darn good and the enchilada sauce that you smother them in is *chef's kiss*. (via Whole and Heavenly Oven)
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Aleena Malik
Aleena Malik is a freelance writer specializing in entertainment and pop culture stories, shopping and style trend reporting, and food and recipe hacks. Aleena has written for publications like Brit + Co, Screen Rant and We Got This Covered and has worked for The Walt Disney Company and Estee Lauder. She is an avid reader, a passionate consumer of entertainment, and a total coffee connoisseur.
