60 Healthy Breakfast Ideas When There’s No Time to Eat

What should you make for breakfast when time isn’t on your side? All the good things with this roundup of 60 healthy breakfast ideas to keep going all day long.

Healthy Breakfast Ideas to Make at Home

It seems like “what should I make for breakfast?” is always the question of the day. Especially when we’re trying to eat healthier, better for us foods that won’t break the budget. But too often with the back-to-school rush of packing lunches, figuring out dinner plans, choosing healthy snacks, etc., breakfast can get left behind in the shuffle.

I know what you’re thinking. “But I’m busy, I barely have enough time to put myself together in the mornings, let alone build a well-balanced breakfast.” But the reality is, you can. Making a healthy breakfast at home doesn’t take much more time than hitting the bagel shop or McD’s drive thru. With a little planning and an arsenal of no-fuss, healthy go-to recipes, you can assemble a decent breakfast in the A.M., or make it ahed of time to grab and go, and still get to work on time. I promise.

Check out the following 50 breakfast recipe ideas and see for yourself. Before you know it, your morning game will be stronger than ever.

Quick & Easy Breakfast Ideas

Save your ambitious breakfast biscuits and huevos rancheros for the weekend, they have no place on hectic weekday mornings. When time is of the essence, breakfast should be something you can throw together on the fly (especially when you’re trying to get out the door). These recipes are quick, easy, and low maintenance, so skip the boring bowl of Cheerios, and opt for one of these breakfasts instead.

1. Healthy Homemade Egg McMuffin

FoodieCrush

Move over Mickie D’s, there’s a new Egg McMuffin in town, Make the most of ham and cheese with these quick and easy morning sammies.

2. Immune Booster Green Smoothie

FoodieCrush

This healthy and creamy immune-boosting green smoothie made with almond milk is naturally sweetened with frozen fruit and packed with vitamins and antioxidants to help keep colds at bay.

3. Microwave Egg Breakfast Sandwich

FoodieCrush

In the time it takes to toast a slice of bread, you can have a microwave egg breakfast sandwich loaded with vegetables and creamy cheese.

4. Green Smoothie Bowl

Kitchen Confidante

Skip the straw and grab a spoon – this Green Smoothie Bowl is the perfect breakfast, lunch, or post workout snack!

5. Spinach and Mushroom Egg White Frittata

FoodieCrush

This single serving egg white frittata is one of the easiest breakfasts of the week, and totally healthy with protein-packed egg whites, too.

6. Greek Avocado Toast with Cherry Tomatoes

Whole & Heavenly Oven

This greek-style avocado toast is quick and healthy enough for a filling weekday breakfast, but also fancy enough for any weekend brunch.—You’ll never go back to regular old toast again!

7. Avocado Toast With Tomato And Hard Boiled Egg

FoodieCrush

Healthful, nutritious, and filling, this avocado toast with hard boiled egg is an easy to assemble open faced sandwich ready for eating on the go.

8. Pumpkin Protein Pancakes

How Sweet Eats

Whether or not you’re a gym buff, leave the heavy lifting to these powerhouse pancakes made with plenty of pumpkin spice and a secret ingredient that will make your whole body happy.

9. Pink Sunrise Breakfast Smoothie

Cafe Johnsonia

A creamy, delicious smoothie with a gorgeous pink hue that includes berries and root veggies for a healthy start to your day.

10. Breakfast Salad

Our Salty Kitchen

This morning meal is packed with protein from bacon and eggs (what’s more breakfasty than that?) and filling fiber from greens and sweet potatoes, leaving you chock full of energy.

11. Instant Pot Egg Bites

Fit Foodie Finds

These egg bites are copycat Starbucks sous vide egg bites, but you use an Instant Pot instead.

12. The Best Protein Pancakes

Pinch of Yum

Protein pancakes! made in a blender with no refined grains, no refined sugar, and loads of healthy proteins. I reeeeeeally like where this is headed.

13. Microwave Caprese Egg Cups

FoodieCrush

This fancy-schmancy looking breakfast looks impressive, tastes even better, and can be cooked in minutes using a — wait for it — microwave. Yes! Pesto, seasonal cherry tomatoes, ham, cheese and eggs come together for a healthy spa-style breakfast to make any day feel special.

14. Maple Sweet Potato Pie Oatmeal

FoodieCrush

Cozy up to comfort with this nourishing bowl of healthy and hearty slow-burning carbs. A touch of maple syrup and sprinkle of chopped nuts makes for a truly satisfying and seasonal breakfast.

15. 5 Ingredient Quinoa Superfood Breakfast Bowl

Two Raspberries

Make a batch of quinoa, stash it in the fridge, and have it for breakfast served hot or cold. It’s a great alternative to oats!

16. Healthy Caprese Breakfast Sandwiches

Healthy breakfast sandwiches you can make fast at home can be the saving grace when you don’t have time to eat at the start of your day.

17. Sweet Potato Breakfast Bowl

The Almond Eater

Prep the sweet potatoes ahead of time for this breakfast bowl, then assemble the toppings and fry the egg when you’re ready to eat.

 

18. 5 Minute Whole Wheat Pancakes

Tastes Better from Scratch

All you need is a blender to whip these together in 5 minutes.

19. Acai Pomegranate and Raspberry Smoothie

FoodieCrush

Acai juice, pomegranate juice and raspberries are full of antioxidants with all sorts of health benefits in this sweet and tart superfood packed smoothie

20. Caprese Avocado Toast

FoodieCrush

Cottage cheese subs in for mozzarella in this healthy and simple avocado toast that’s perfect for a favorite breakfast, lunch and snack, plus 10 more toasts to try

21. Cinnamon Oatmeal Latte

How Sweet Eats

Get your breakfast AND your coffee covered with this palate-pleasing creation. Get cozy with this combo of old-fashioned oats, apples, cinnamon, and an eye-opening shot (or two!) of espresso.

22. Acai Bowls

The Hungry Bites

The texture of this acai bowl is like thick cream, and loaded with berries, nuts and healthy flavors.

23. Easy Tofu Scramble

A Couple Cooks

I’m not saying I would NEVER tell you to eat pie for breakfast, but if you’re looking for an every day option that’s a little easier on the waistline, these creamy, caramely oats are a lighter way to crush that pie craving.

24. Easy “PBJ” Tahini Chia Pudding Cups

The Bojon Gourmet

These easy tahini chia pudding cups get a PBJ vibe from earthy tahini & bright fruit compote that’s totally sugar free.

25. Maple Cinnamon Breakfast Farro

Kitchen Confidante

Breakfast farro is a delicious alternative to oatmeal and a hearty and healthy way to start the day.

Make Ahead Breakfast Ideas

The trick to nailing breakfast during the work week? Make-ahead breakfasts, baby. Whether it’s overnight oats, freezer burritos, or breakfast muffins, work a little magic the night before, and you’ll barely have to lift a finger come morning!

26. Instant Pot Steel Cut Oats

FoodieCrush

Bust out that Instant Pot and get ready to make your mornings a whole lot easier with this quick and tasty recipe. Literally set it and forget it to make a batch for the entire week in less time than it takes for a morning shower. Pile on the toppings for a family-friendly breakfast everyone can enjoy.

27. Meal Prep Protein Boxes

Number 2 Pencil

All your morning problems are solved with these hearty boxes, full of variety. Fresh fruit satisfies an a.m. sweet tooth, while eggs, cottage cheese, and nuts add plenty of protein for staying power.

28. Bacon Broccoli and Potato Frittata

FoodieCrush

This stunner only looks complicated–on-hand ingredients get tossed together for an easy dish that holds over beautifully in the fridge, and can do triple duty as breakfast, lunch and dinner.

29. Mediterranean Keto Quiche

Cotter Crunch

This nourishing crustless zucchini pie with roasted peppers, fluffy eggs and feta cheese is free of everything –> gluten free, low carb, vegetarian, and also sugar free.

30. Breakfast Salad

Naturally Ella

Turns out you can have salad for breakfast, too! Think of this as a deconstructed omelette in a bowl with tender greens, potatoes, and perfectly cooked eggs. Add bacon, cheese, or a slice of toast to round out this veggie-friendly meal.

 

31. Banana Breakfast Cookies

Table for Two Blog

Tacos, pie, salad–we’re breaking every rule here, so why not add cookies to the mix? ;) These breakfast cookies are packed with satiating whole grains, fruit, and nuts to hold you over without a major sugar cash before lunch.

32. Powerballs

Clean Eats Clean Treats

Everyone has time for chocolate in the morning, am I right? These yummy treats feel indulgent, but are packed with healthy ingredients like oats, hemp, and chia seeds to get your morning off on the right foot.

33. Baked Peach Almond Oatmeal

Two Peas and Their Pod

Forget those powdery oatmeal packets full of sugar. Bake up this tempting multi-serve dish to reheat on busy mornings, and feel good knowing you’re sending your family out the door with a healthy option no one will ever guess has less of the sweet stuff.

34. Paleo Pumpkin Bread

Fit Mitten Kitchen

Paleo or not, I dare you to say no to this nutrient and texture dense loaf topped with decadent cashew cream.

35. Healthy Breakfast Cookies 

I Heart Naptime

Make these in minutes and have a healthy breakfast option that will stay good for weeks.  Just five basic ingredients plus your choice of mix-ins such as chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit — totally winning the back-to-school breakfast game!

36. Mediterranean Mini Frittatas

FoodieCrush

These healthful mini frittatas are a great grab and go breakfast or even lunch with loads of flavor, and make a great appetizer too.

37. Apple Pie Overnight Oats

Yummy Healthy Easy

Everyone has heard of oats, but have you tried this apple pie-inspired version? Creamy yogurt, chia seeds, apples and pecans elevate a classic.

38. Make Ahead Green Smoothie Packs

Hello Glow

We all love a green smoothie, but sometimes it feels a little too time-consuming to pull out all the ingredients on groggy weekdays. Prep a bunch of packets to store in the freezer and never go without your greens again!

39. Cherry Berry and Banana Overnight Oats

FoodieCrush

Oats, cherries, berries and banana soak in almond milk overnight in the refrigerator to create a no-cook red, white and blue layered, healthy on-the-go breakfast in a jar. Such an easy, healthy breakfast idea!

40. Vegetarian Crustless Quiche

The Kitchen Girl

This make-ahead egg bake is worth a little extra prep on a weekend or more relaxed weekday. Packed with leafy greens and veggies, this healthy dish is an easy option for a quick dinner you can reheat for breakfast or lunch throughout the week .

41. Blueberry Pancake Bites

Honey and Lime

How cute are these little love muffins?? This breakfast all-star mash up can be thrown together in about 30 minutes for a hot breakfast, or baked in advance to grab and go. Have maple syrup on hand for dipping and earn extra pancake points with the kiddos.

 

42. Asparagus And Mushroom Frittata With Goat Cheese

43. Copycat Starbucks Spinach Feta Wrap

Hungry Hobby

Roasted red peppers are the secret ingredient in this time and money saving breakfast option. Make a few to stash in your freezer and skip the drive through on your way to work with plenty of protein to get you through the day.

44. Baked Oatmeal Cups

Fit Foodie Finds

These wholesome portable bites can easily be customized to suit everyone’s tastes, but Lee makes them totally scrumptious with loads of berries and a touch of honey.

 

45. Vegetarian Breakfast Burritos

Cookie and Kate

Is it really a breakfast round-up without a breakfast burrito?? Luckily, you don’t have to answer that. This vegetarian-friendly freezer option still packs plenty of protein thanks to beans, eggs, and a little cheese.

46. Best Ever Healthy Granola Recipe

47. Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

Minimalist Baker

To make your overnight oats, simply add these ingredients to a small jar or bowl with your preferred sweetener (we love maple syrup or stevia!). We also added peanut butter to this version for a flavor and protein boost!

48. Bacon and Egg Breakfast Muffins

Recipe Tin Eats

A big, fat, fluffy, cheesy, bacon studded muffin with a whole egg baked inside. THIS is the breakfast of champions!!

49. Make-Ahead Smoothie Packs

How Sweet Eats

Prep, pack and freeze your smoothies ahead to save time each and every bright morning.

50. Freezer Breakfast Burritos

Gimme Some Oven

You can prepare a few weeks’ worth of these breakfast burritos in under and hour, and customize them just about however you’d like.

51. Crustless Mini Quiches

Dear Crissy

These mini quiches aren’t just for breakfast. They also make the perfect little appetizer, brunch or even dinner if you’re on a lower-carb diet.

52. Chunky Monkey Quinoa Breakfast Cookies

Simply Quinoa

Flavored with banana, peanut butter, oats, quinoa & chocolate, these quinoa breakfast cookies taste like dessert, but are healthy enough for breakfast.

53. Make-Ahead Fruit and Yogurt Breakfast Parfaits

Iowa Girl Eats

These parfaits are a quick and easy gluten-free breakfast recipe. Assemble once then grab and go for easy breakfasts all week long.

54. Spinach, Feta, and Artichoke Breakfast Bake

Skinnytaste

Eggs, spinach, artichokes and Feta cheese – a healthy breakfast casserole, perfect to feed a crowd or to make ahead for meal prep to heat up for the week.

55. Vanilla Overnight Oat Breakfast Bowl with Fruit

Coffee & Crayons

Incredibly easy to prepare and clean up, there’s an added bonus to this easy breakfast food (especially if you have young children) – no cereal spills or tiny toast crumbs all over the place.

56. One-Bowl Morning Glory Muffins

Baker by Nature

Loaded with carrots, apples, raisins, nuts, and coconut, they’re sure to become one of your new favorite muffin recipes.

57. Grapefruit & Ginger Chia Seed Pudding

Real Food Whole Life

The best part of this pudding is it can be made and stored ahead, making it the perfect grab and go breakfast option. It also makes a lovely light dessert when you’re craving something a little sweet.

58. Blueberry Oatmeal Power Balls

Yes to Yolks

Loaded with healthy fats, fiber, and protein these power balls will keep you full. Plus, they’re flippin’ delicious.

59. Maple Pumpkin Oatmeal Breakfast Bars

Iowa Girl Eats

If you’ve tried baked oatmeal before (or, especially if you HAVEN’T), you’ll want to dig right into these lightly sweetened bars that double as the perfect afternoon snack.

60. Breakfast Tacos

FoodieCrush

Let’s taco-bout the ultimate breakfast shall we? I believe in tacos for every meal of the day, especially when they can be put together fast.  Stuffed with leftover shredded beef, sweet peppers, and scrambled eggs, this will be a new family favorite.

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