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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast + Brunch

    Published: Mar 26, 2024 by christine.berres · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    35 Make-Ahead, Grab-and-Go Breakfasts to Start Busy Mornings Right

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    Your hectic schedule is no match for these easy grab and go breakfasts. From egg-based bites to oatmeal treats and comforting baked goods, these quick breakfast ideas are perfect for prepping in advance and eating throughout the week.

    Cream-Cheese Stuffed Everything Bagel Bites

    Close up of an everything bagel bite sitting on top of a bowl piled high with more bagel bites.
    Photo Credit: We All Eat Together

    Wake up to these cream cheese stuffed everything bagel bites. You’ll love the soft, chewy bagel dough and molten cream cheese filling and the dough is ready in just 30 minutes!

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    Dark Chocolate Granola With Coconut

    A white bowl of chocolate granola on a marbled counter.

    This dark chocolate granola is incredibly simple to make and has flavor for miles! It’s loaded with nutritious ingredients like oats, coconut, chia seeds, and flax along with delicious dark chocolate. You’ll have a big batch to eat all week long, making it the perfect recipe for meal prep!

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    Air Fryer Egg Bites

    Three egg bites on a white plate still in their muffin wrapper.

    Air Fryer Egg Bites with spinach, peppers and goat cheese are low carb and keto friendly. They are also delicious and perfect for meal prep!

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    Butterscotch Banana Muffins

    A shot from further away of a banana muffin on a plate with a few decorative slices of banana and some butterscotch chips, sitting on a dark wood cutting board with a plate piled high wiht more banana muffins in the background.

    These Butterscotch Banana Muffins are light and moist banana muffins with butterscotch chips. The butterscotch chips melt into the muffins, giving you all that butterscotch flavor while the banana muffins stay soft and fluffy!

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    Almond Cherry Pepita Granola Bars

    Square granola bars lined up in three neat rows. You can see flecks of almonds and dried cherries in the granola bars.

    These homemade almond cherry pepita bars are filled with a blend of crunchy almonds, pepitas, and the sweet, chewy goodness of tart dried cherries. They’re quick, easy and a wholesome way to kickstart your day or snack time.

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    Starbucks Bacon Gruyere Egg Bites 

    These egg mites are bite-sized and they look so fluffy; you can see the bacon at the top of one of the egg bites that has a bite take out of it.

    These Starbucks Bacon Gruyere Egg Bites are the perfect grab-and-go breakfast for those busy mornings when every minute counts, but you still want to start the day with something delicious and nutritious.

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    Peach and Fresh Ginger Muffins

    A streusel muffin sitting on top of the tray of muffins.

    Try these ginger peach muffins, where juicy peaches and the zesty kick of fresh ginger root team up to ensure every bite is a good one. Elevate busy morning routines with these irresistibly moist muffins that promise to awaken your taste buds.

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    Savory Spinach and Parmesan Muffins

    A cooling rack with lots of spinach parmesan muffins flecked with green from the spinach and diced red pepper.

    These vegetarian spinach and cheese muffins are moist and light, with a delicate texture, and a wonderful cheesy flavor. And they’re a great way to work healthy veggies into your family’s brunch.

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    Pumpkin Pasties (Hand Pies)

    Three hand pies againsed a turquoise tiled background; you can see parts of 2 pumpkins in the upper lefthand corner hinting at the pumpkin filling of this dish.

    Jumpstart your day with these pumpkin pasties, perfect for a convenient and satisfying grab-and-go breakfast. Try this heavenly blend of pumpkin spice wrapped in flaky pastry for a warm, comforting treat that’ll fuel your morning adventures.

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    Pumpkin Pasties (Hand Pies) @ Chew Out Loud

    Matcha Chia Pudding with Protein

    A vibrant green bowl of matcha chia pudding with five bright red slices of strawberry  surrounded by 5 more whole strawberries for a playful feeling.

    This Matcha Chia Pudding with Protein (Vegan) is perfect for the matcha and chia pudding lovers out there. This recipe is incredibly easy to make. In fact, prep it the night before for a breakfast you can grab and take with you.

    Matcha Chia Pudding with Protein (Vegan) @ Avocado Skillet

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    California Chicken Breakfast Burrito

    A gian california chicken breakfast burrito cut in half and folded over, held in a hand to show just how large this burrito is.

    California Chicken Breakfast Burrito makes for a nutritious meal, filled with chicken, eggs, cheese, and avocado, its the perfect way to start your day on the go!

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    California Chicken Breakfast Burrito @ Sweet and Savory Meals

    Lemon Blueberry Overnight Oats

    Angled overhead close up of a jar of blueberry lemon overnight oats, topped with fresh blueberries and you can see a lemon cut in half in the background.

    These Lemon Blueberry Overnight Oats are a great way to prepare for the week ahead as a fiber-filled, healthy, and tasty breakfast!

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    Lemon Blueberry Overnight Oats @ Frozen Bananas

    Protein Granola Energy Bars

    Three protein granola bars sitting on a white plate. You can see a fe wmor on another plate in the top left corner.

    These 30-minute protein granola energy bars are made with 10 ingredients for a better-for-you, budget-friendly option, perfect for breakfasts and snacks that will fill you up and leave you feeling energized!

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    Protein Granola Energy Bars @ Chew Out Loud

    Morning Glory Muffins

    Three muffins presented veritcally on a baking tray in their muffin liners; you can see a kitchen towl next to the baking tray.

    This easy morning glory muffin recipe makes moist muffins that are packed with fruits, veggies, and more! They’re a tasty make-ahead treat that makes a great on-the-go breakfast or snack!

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    Morning Glory Muffins @ I Heart Eating

    Strawberry Drop Biscuits

    An overhead shot of a plate with a strawberry drop biscuit and three whole strawberries; in the frame you can also see a blue berry basket filled with berries and a cooling rack with four more drop biscuits.

    These Strawberry Drop Biscuits are as easy as they are delicious. Bursting with sweet strawberry flavor, light and fluffy, and slightly sweet and tangy, these muffins are perfect for busy mornings.

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    Strawberry Drop Biscuits @ The Real Recipes

    Pistachio Chocolate Chip Muffins

    One of the grab and go breakfasts is here in this picture of a chocolate chip pistachio muffin on a saucer with an orange flower and more muffins in the background.

    These bakery-style chocolate chip pistachio muffins have a crisp, almost chewy exterior, and a moist crumb with the beautiful flavors of pistachio and chocolate in every bite. These are the perfect make-ahead treat when you’re feeling indulgent or want something extra special, even on a busy morning.

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    Bakery Style Pistachio Chocolate Chip Muffins @ We All Eat Together

    Egg Roll Up

    An egg roll up sliced in half on the diagonal stuffed with eggs spinach and cheese; in the background you can see an egg shell, colby jack cheese chunks and a stack of flour tortillas.

    Egg Roll Ups are a super simple grab-and-go breakfast option. These egg roll ups are so easy to customize with your favorite ingredients or keep it simple with just a little ham and cheese. These are a perfect way to start the day with a flavorful, protein packed breakfast.

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    Egg Roll Up @ Feeding Your Fam

    Blender Banana Oatmeal Pancakes

    A stack of golden brown oatmeal pancakes topped with sliced bananas, backlight with morning light.

    Have a couple of ripe bananas on the counter? Let’s turn it into the easiest breakfast that’s not just delicious but super healthy too. Make a batch this weekend and then pop them into the toaster to reheat for a breakfast on the go!

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    Blender Banana Oatmeal Pancakes @ Curry Trail

    Pandan Buns with Red Paste

    Three pandan bun halves so you can see the striking contrast between the green bun and the dark red paste.

    These soft and fragrant Pandan Buns are stuffed full of Red Bean Paste. Sweet bean buns are so popular in Asia that they’ve even made a cameo in Kung Fu Panda, and Po was definitely a panda on the move. Make these for a fun movie-themed, wordly treat on busy mornings!

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    Pandan Buns with Red Paste @ Earth To Veg

    Dairy-Free Quiche with Leeks and Sausage

    a picture of dairy free sausage and leek muffin tin quiches.
    Dairy-Free Quiche with Leeks and Sausage @ The Dizzy Cook

    Pre-made crust, dairy free milk, and eggs are combined with leeks and sausage for a great meal prep breakfast,  Make them in a muffin tin for a comforting treat to get you through the week.

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    Chocolate Coconut Chia Pudding

    A bowl of chocolate chia pudding with big flakes of coconut and walnuts.

    This Chocolate Coconut Chia Pudding Recipe comes together in 5 minutes and is made with a 2-ingredient base recipe, which you can make in advance and store in the fridge to have for weekday breakfasts.

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    Chocolate Coconut Chia Pudding @ My Chef’s Apron

    Blueberry Baked Oatmeal Cups

    A stack of baked blueberry oatmeal cups in a minimalist white photo.

    The combination of blueberries and oats in these hearty and healthy Baked Blueberry Oatmeal Cups will make your breakfasts or snacks more satisfying and delicious. They can be made ahead, is freezer friendly, and are perfect for on-the-go.

    Blueberry Baked Oatmeal Cups @ Love and Other Spices

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    Homemade Date Energy Bars

    A stack of peanut butter energy bars.
    Homemade Date Energy Bars @ Flavours Treat

    Gluten-free, vegan and no-bake homemade date energy bars are a perfect on-the-go snack or as a breakfast. The best part about these energy bars is that the flavor combos are endless!

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    Baked Breakfast Egg Taco Cups

    Taco egg cups on a plate, shot from overhead.
    Baked Breakfast Egg Taco Cups @ Avocado Skillet

    These taco cups are a delicious, healthy, preppable breakfast. You’ll love the crunch they get from being baked until they are good and crispy in the oven. Make them ahead of time so you can grab and eat them the next day.

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    Vegan Banana Bread Muffins

    A vegan banana bread muffin
    Vegan Banana Bread Muffins @ Addicted To Dates

    Incredibly moist vegan banana bread muffins with crunchy walnut crumble topping. These easy bakery-style muffins come together with simple pantry staple ingredients and just 15 minutes of active prep!

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    Chorizo Breakfast Burritos

    Chorizo and Egg breakfast burrito cut in half and wrapped in aluminium foil.
    Chorizo Breakfast Burritos @ Fit Mama Real Food

    Chorizo breakfast burritos are filled with cooked chorizo, chive scrambled eggs, sautéed vegetables and delicious salsa. All this breakfast goodness is wrapped up in a tortilla and ready to be enjoyed when you need it! Meal prep this chorizo breakfast burrito recipe to save you time in the morning when you need a protein packed healthy breakfast!

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    Walnut Biscotti

    walnut biscotti
    Walnut Biscotti @ Little Nonni

    This easy recipe is walnut biscotti perfection. Crunchy, buttery, and cozy. The perfect dipper in your favorite drink. Eat them for a midmorning treat or a portable breakfast. There is no judgment here.

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    Sausage and Egg Breakfast Sandwiches

    three sausage egg breakfast sandwiches against a white background on a white plate.
    Sausage and Egg Breakfast Sandwiches @ Sift and Simmer

    This recipe for Sausage & Egg Breakfast Sandwiches is not only easy to make, they’re super filling and and can be made ahead of time.

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    Apricot Date Nut Bites

    Apricot date bites in three rows.
    Apricot Date Nut Bites @ Garlic and Zest

    Try these bliss balls when you’re craving a quick snack that will give you energy. They come together in minutes and are filled with all-natural ingredients like dates, apricots, cashews and coconut. 

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    Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Breakfast Bars

    This peanut butter oatmeal bars recipe is super easy to make and made with only simple ingredients – no refined sugar or gluten! You will love the flavor that the peanut butter, oats, banana, and chocolate chips add to this healthy grab-and-go breakfast treat.

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    Hash Brown Egg Cups

    A plate of hashbrown egg cups.
    Hash Brown Egg Cups @ The Feathered Nester

    Hash brown egg cups (birds nest eggs) is an easy breakfast or brunch idea. This egg nest recipe bakes up in a muffin pan with easy cleanup!

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    Easy Homemade Coconut Almond Granola

    A glass jar of granola.
    Easy Homemade Coconut Almond Granola @ Whiskful Cooking

    This Easy Homemade Coconut Almond Granola recipe is full of flavor and aroma with sweet coconut, crunchy almonds, and baked with honey. A delicious breakfast you can bring with you.

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    Wholesome Fruit-Filled Cereal Breakfast Bars

    individually wrapped breakfast cereal barrs.
    Wholesome Fruit-Filled Cereal Breakfast Bars @ Busy Creating Memories

    These homemade fruit filled cereal bars are a great way to start your day with a boost. Packed full of fiber, fruit, and flavor to fuel your day on the go!

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    Healthy Meal Prep Breakfast Sandwiches

    Breakfast sandwich sliced in half set in front of clementine slices.
    Healthy Meal Prep Breakfast Sandwiches @ Fit Mama Real Food

    These healthy meal prep breakfast sandwiches make starting your day with a healthy choice easy. By preparing a big batch for the fridge and making them into healthy freezer breakfast sandwiches, you save time and energy on your busy mornings. Filled with spinach, egg, ham, a slice of cheese, and a toasted English muffin, these egg sandwiches are the perfect hot breakfast for a busy family!

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    Blackberry Sage Scones

    Close up of a blackberry sage scone with a bite taken out of it.

    These Blackberry Scones with Blackberry Glaze pack a surprising flavor punch in a classic breakfast treat. These scones are tender and buttery, and the peppery, citrusy notes of the sage paired with the sweet and fruity pop of fresh blackberries take them to the next level. 

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