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45 Easy Breakfast Ideas to Fuel Your Busy Mornings

From protein-packed eggs to healthy oatmeal, jump-start your day with these recipes.

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Mike Garten

The best way to start your morning off on the right foot is with a delicious breakfast. Whether its a long, leisurely A.M. meal with the family (brunch recipes anyone?) or a speedy on-the-go breakfast while you're on your way to work, the first dish of the day is of course an important one. Our best breakfast ideas run the gamut from easy to epic, but one thing's for sure: They're all delicious.

If you're looking for simple breakfast ideas that you can whip up on even the busiest mornings, we've gathered plenty of make-ahead meals and recipes that take under 15 minutes to put together. In the mood for a healthy breakfast food? Bake up veggie- and protein-packed breakfasts such as egg bites or build a beautiful yogurt bowl topped with raspberry chia jam and crunchy granola. Or have a low-calorie, balanced breakfast fueled with healthy fats, fibrous carbs and packed with protein.

If a sweet breakfast is your speed, dive into a fluffy stack of homemade pancakes drizzled with maple syrup or a delicious chocolate bran muffin that uses up your bumper crop of zucchini. Plus breakfast recipes with eggs go way beyond your basic fry. Try a creamy scramble garnished with smoked trout or a sausage, egg and cheese leveled up with spicy peppers. No matter how your breakfast tastes, you'll find a recipe that makes the most important meal of the day extra delicious.

1

B.E.C. Breakfast Bites

bacon egg and cheese breakfast bites with hot sauce drizzled on top
MIKE GARTEN

Upgrade this A.M. classic by folding your favorite sando toppings into a homemade tortilla. Top it all off with a drizzle of hot sauce!

Get the B.E.C. Breakfast Bites recipe.

2

Double Apple Baked Oatmeal

double apple baked oatmeal in a baking dish
mike garten

Freeze leftover portions for a hearty, ready-made breakfast that will fuel you for the day ahead.

Get the Double Apple Baked Oatmeal recipe.

3

Waffle Nachos

waffle nachos with scrambled eggs, sausage and tomatoes
Mike Garten

Use waffles instead of chips as the base for this fun breakfast. Consider it the perfect vehicle for any leftovers.

Get the Waffle Nachos recipe.

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4

Oatmeal with Apricots and Pistachios

oatmeal with apricots and pistachios in a bowl
MIKE GARTEN

Nutty tahini, chopped apricots and crunchy pistachios elevate your average bowl of oats.

Get the Oatmeal with Apricots and Pistachios recipe.

5

Fluffy Pancakes

a stack of fluffy pancakes with syrup drizzled on top and a side of berries
MIKE GARTEN

With our Homemade Mix, you’re already halfway there to a stack of warm, fluffy pancakes — just add milk, oil, an egg, and a touch of sugar for a super simple batter.

Get the Fluffy Pancakes recipe.

6

Almond-Buckwheat Granola with Yogurt and Berries

almond buckwheat granola with yogurt and berries in a bowl
Mike Garten

Meal prep a big batch of granola then top off yogurt and fruit all week long.

Get the Almond-Buckwheat Granola with Yogurt and Berries recipe.

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7

Focaccia French Toast

focaccia french toast with syrup, whipped cream and berries
mike garten

Don’t forget the yogurt, berries, and a generous drizzle of warm syrup to top of this creative twist on the diner classic.

Get the Focaccia French Toast recipe.

8

Sheet Pan Asparagus Frittata

sheet pan asparagus frittata with a side salad on a plate
Mike Garten

Put spring produce to good use in this breakfast that feeds a crowd!

Get the Sheet Pan Asparagus Frittata recipe.

9

Loaded Pancake Tacos

pancake tacos with bacon and eggs inside
Mike Garten

Add more milk to classic pancake batter to make “taco” shells perfect for stuffing with crispy bacon, fried eggs and sharp Cheddar.

Get the Loaded Pancake Tacos recipe.

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10

Berry Yogurt Bowl

berry yogurt bowl with spoon on a white background
Bryan Gardner

Greek yogurt and walnuts make this breakfast a protein powerhouse. This is also a great chance to use your prepped Best Ever Granola or Raspberry Chia Jam, if you got ‘em!

Get the Berry Yogurt Bowl recipe.

11

Instant Oatmeal with Cranberries and Pecans

instant oatmeal with cranberries and pecans in a bowl
Mike Garten

Make this store-bought staple at home rather than using packets: You get fresher flavors, plus add-ins you can customize!

Get the Instant Oatmeal With Cranberries and Pecans recipe.

12

Breakfast Tacos

breakfast tacos on a sheet pan with toppings
Danielle Occhiogrosso Daly

When it comes to easy meals, the sheet pan is your friend — especially when it comes to these cheesy, egg-topped tacos. We dare you not to get yolk on your hands.

Get the Breakfast Tacos recipe.

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13

Lemon-Almond Poppy Seed Muffins

lemon almond poppy seed muffins in a muffin tin tray and icing drizzled on top
Mike Garten

These bright lemon muffins topped with crunchy almonds will put a pep in your step (even on Mondays). Make them the night before so all you have to do is drizzle and enjoy in the morning.

Get the Lemon-Almond Poppy Seed Muffins recipe.

14

Roasted Potato and Chorizo Hash

roasted potato and chorizo hash with a fried egg
Mike Garten

This filling breakfast option is easier than you think. Simply roast your potatoes, cook the spicy chorizo, make your eggs and voila! You've got a hearty and delicious breakfast waiting for you.

Get the Roasted Potato and Chorizo Hash recipe.

15

PB Chocolate Sheet Pan Pancake

pb chocolate sheet pan pancake with a maple syrup and whipped cream
Mike Garten

Don't spend all morning flipping pancakes: Just make one supersized cake and slice!

Make-ahead tip: Bake this on a Sunday to enjoy slices all week.

Get the PB Chocolate Sheet Pan Pancake recipe.

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16

Sausage and Egg Sandwiches

sausage and egg sandwich with egg oozing out
Mike Garten

Say goodbye to breakfast drive thru's: This filling three-step recipe gives a spicy kick that'll have you ready to take on the day!

Get the Sausage and Egg Sandwiches recipe.

17

Pineapple-Cucumber Smoothie

a green cucumber smoothie with cucumber ribbon slices
Mike Garten

This green smoothie is the simplest (and most delicious) way to get your veggies in!

Get the Pineapple-Cucumber Smoothie recipe.

RELATED: 35 Healthy Smoothie Recipes That'll Keep You Fueled All Day

18

French Toast

french toast with maple syrup, berries and whipped cream on top
mike garten

Whip up our best-ever French toast for a simple but rewarding start to your day.

Get the French Toast recipe.

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19

Gruyère, Bacon and Spinach Scrambled Eggs

gruyère, bacon, and spinach scrambled eggs with spinach on top
Mike Garten

The simplest way to fancy-up your morning eggs? Throw in a few tasty add-ins that barely take any time at all.

Get the Gruyère, Bacon, and Spinach Scrambled Eggs recipe.

20

Blueberry-Banana-Nut Smoothie

a purple blueberry banana nut smoothie with toasted coconut and blueberries on top
Mike Garten

With frozen berries and almond butter, this is like PB&J in smoothie form. Yum!

Get the Blueberry-Banana-Nut Smoothie recipe.

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