Easy Make-Ahead Breakfast Recipes
These are the best Make-Ahead Breakfast recipes to help you and your family get out the door on time. Pop some of these simple breakfast recipes in the freezer and make it simple for kids to make their own meals.
I officially declare the time for rough mornings is OVER. No more fighting and yelling at the kids to hurry up and eat their breakfast (just my house?) because these make-ahead breakfast ideas will have everyone excited to chow down!
Many of these recipes are freezer-friendly which means you’re about to have a house full of people who can heat up their own food. Which makes you a freaking genius!
If you’re looking for more ways to prep food ahead of time, check out all the tips and tricks in Easy Healthy Meal Prep.
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Easy Make-Ahead Breakfast Recipes
Overnight Cinnamon Rolls {Make Ahead Cinnamon Rolls}
Soft, gooey, and delicious - homemade Overnight Cinnamon Rolls from scratch is an amazing treat to make for your loved ones. Wake up to fresh cinnamon buns.
Bacon and Egg Rolls {Breakfast Egg Rolls}
Crunchy Bacon and Egg Rolls are a delicious and fast breakfast, appetizer, or snack. Breakfast egg rolls are baked, not fried and are so simple to make.
How to Bake Bacon in the Oven
Learn how to bake bacon in the oven in this easy tutorial. Stop standing over a hot stove dodging hot oil and covering your kitchen in grease. Make perfectly crispy bacon each and every time with this easy kitchen hack.
Vegetarian Breakfast Burritos
These easy Vegetarian Breakfast Burritos are a healthy, freezer-friendly option for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Made in one pan, loaded with veggies, scrambled eggs, and whole wheat tortillas, these are great for meal prep and make-ahead meals.
Ham and Swiss Quiche
Super easy and so tasty, Ham and Swiss Quiche is delicious for breakfast, lunch, or even dinner. You’ll love the flaky crust and creamy eggs combined with leftover ham and sweet and mild Swiss cheese.
The Fluffiest Whole Wheat Pancakes Recipe
An easy from-scratch recipe for the Fluffiest Whole Wheat Pancakes you’ve ever had. These healthy make-ahead pancakes are made with 100% whole wheat flour and buttermilk.
Easy Apple Pie Egg Rolls
These easy Apple Pie Egg Rolls are a naturally sweetened air fryer dessert (or even breakfast)! Baked, not fried, this dessert recipe is simple to make and cooks in only 8 minutes. No air fryer? You’ll find oven-baking and skillet instructions in the recipe card.
Make-Ahead Scrambled Eggs {Scrambled Eggs For a Crowd}
The perfect simple breakfast recipe for busy mornings, Easy Make-Ahead Scrambled Eggs are great for one or for a crowd. Learn the secrets on how to make this clean eating breakfast staple without milk; perfect for Whole30 or paleo lifestyles.
Cold Start Instant Pot Yogurt
A super easy recipe for Cold Start Instant Pot Yogurt, you’re going to love how delicious and simple this is to make at home. Making your own yogurt allows you to control the ingredients and sugar content. This recipe for no-boil yogurt includes notes for making unsweetened or sweetened batches.
Healthy Apple Pie Pancakes
A delicious family favorite, these healthy Apple Pie Pancakes are super fluffy and kid-approved. Warm apples, cinnamon, and whole wheat make these pancakes irresistible.
Frozen Berry Cake
This Incredible Frozen Berry Cake is so easy to make using pantry ingredients. A perfect make-ahead breakfast, you’ll love how this low-sugar yogurt cake comes together in just a few minutes.
Hummus & sweet potato breakfast bowl
A nutrient-dense vegetarian breakfast to help you get out of the boring ol' breakfast rut.
Peanut Butter Brownie Overnight Oats
This healthy and easy breakfast in a jar is about to be your new favorite simple make-ahead meal. Peanut Butter Brownie Overnight Oats are made without yogurt (vegan by default), and are rich with chocolate flavor thanks to cocoa/cacao powder.
Strawberry Waffles
These fluffy Strawberry Waffles are a fun twist on a traditional waffle recipe. This simple fruit waffles recipe is light, crispy, and made from scratch.
Turkey Sausage Gravy
Hearty, comforting and totally delicious, this regional dish will help complete a substantial breakfast meal that will get you through the day.
Easy Breakfast Pastries
No need to buy at the store, you can make these Easy Breakfast Pastries yourself at home in just minutes! So simple, and much cheaper! Plus, you can make a bunch and freeze them so they’re ready to go on busy mornings!
Banana Overnight Oats
These Banana Overnight Oats are your go-to Basic Overnight Oats Recipe. Naturally sweetened with banana, and gut-friendly with yogurt and a long soak to ferment the oats, make-ahead breakfast is creamy, dreamy, and packed with good nutrition.
Cinnamon Apple Donuts {Whole Wheat Donuts}
These Cinnamon Apple Donuts are the best homemade donuts you’ll ever eat! Soft and pillowy and sprinkled with crunchy cinnamon sugar, you will love these perfect bites of baked apple donuts. They are so good you’ll never realize these are actually whole wheat donuts!
Toasting Bagels in the Air Fryer
Learn how easy it is to toast bagels in the air fryer! Make perfectly toasted bagels in just a few minutes each and every time. Ditch the toaster and maximize how you use your countertop air fryer.
Pressure cooker smoked salmon frittata
Takes mere minutes to throw together and is lighter than your usual frittata. Serve it warm or cold, for breakfast, lunch or even picnic snack.
Instant Pot Egg Bites {Whole30, Paleo, Dairy-Free}
Learn how easy it is to make this awesome copycat Starbucks Instant Pot Egg Bites recipe. This recipe also teaches you how to make these Whole30 and paleo egg bites in the oven.
Chocolate Porridge
Instant Pot Chocolate Porridge is a delicious and filling way to start your day. This vegan and dairy-free chocolate quinoa breakfast bowl is the perfect make-ahead breakfast.
Freezing Scrambled Eggs
Learn all the tips and tricks for Freezing Scrambled Eggs to save money and prevent food waste. A stash of frozen scrambled eggs is great for meal prep and can be used for breakfast recipes and fast weeknight dinners!
Small Batch Cinnamon Rolls {No Knead!}
Make perfect Small Batch Cinnamon Rolls in under an hour! These ooey gooey no-knead cinnamon rolls can be baked in an air fryer or a traditional oven.
The Best Vegan Breakfast Burrito Recipe
The best vegan breakfast burrito recipe made with scrambled tofu and homemade crispy potato hash. Meal prep and fill your freezer with a batch of these delicious burritos!
Healthy Caramel Chia Seed Pudding
Not your average Chia Seed Pudding! This one is blended until smooth & creamy then layered up with healthy date caramel. Add some crunchy toppings of choice & you have a delicious, protein-packed & filling breakfast, snack or dessert!
Mini Quiche Appetizers {Muffin Tin Quiche}
Perfect for make-ahead breakfasts or hors d’oeuvres, Mini Quiche Appetizers are always a hit! Easy to make and freeze, bake these delicious mini muffin tin quiche and store them in your freezer for months.
Healthy Overnight Oats
These healthy overnight oats are an easy breakfast for at home or on the go. They are so simple to make – just mix together the ingredients, including old fashioned oats, yoghurt and chia seeds, and store in a jar in the fridge overnight.
Double-Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
These Double-Chocolate Zucchini Muffins are the best muffins you’ll ever try! Moist and easy to make, your kids will never even know they are healthy.
Overnight Sweet Potato & Sausage Breakfast Casserole
Prepare this Overnight Sweet Potato & Sausage Breakfast Casserole at night and wake up to a warm, delicious, and healthy breakfast the whole family will love!
Healthy Cinnamon Apples - Steamed Apples {Vegan, Whole30}
Simple and sweet, these stovetop Healthy Cinnamon Apples are the perfect good for you comfort food. A bowl of cozy steamed apples are sugar-free, dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan, paleo, and Whole30 compliant. Cinnamon apples are also freezer-friendly and a perfect food for adults and kids alike.
Whole Wheat Blueberry Buttermilk Muffins
You’ll never believe that these amazing Blueberry Buttermilk Muffins are made with 100% whole wheat. Flavored with lemon zest, these low-sugar blueberry muffins are an easy recipe the whole family will love.
Whole30 Breakfast Sausage {Gluten-Free, Paleo}
This homemade Whole30 Breakfast Sausage is paleo, Whole30 compliant and absolutely delicious! You can’t beat the flavor or quality of making breakfast sausage yourself. Make ahead and freezing tips are included in the recipe.
Slow Cooker Ham, Cheese and Veggie Frittata
If you need a quick and easy holiday breakfast dish that you can make ahead, this Slow Cooker Ham, Cheese and Veggie Frittata is it! This crock pot egg casserole is also a great way to use up leftover ham.
Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins
Delicious and fluffy, Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins are the perfect tasty whole-grain breakfast. Made with 100% whole wheat, they’re super fluffy and packed with amazing banana flavor and a kiss of chocolate chips.
Healthy Breakfast Casserole with Vegetables
This healthy breakfast casserole is quick and easy to prepare and is loaded with veggies!
Easy Instant Pot Yogurt
Learn how easy it is to make delicious Instant Pot Yogurt. Real food, no fillers or additives - just simple creamy yogurt.
Blueberry French Toast Casserole
This blueberry french toast casserole is perfect for early morning breakfast. Packed full of fresh blueberries, you’ll be craving more.
Whole30 Potatoes - Skillet Fried Potatoes {Whole30, Gluten-Free, Vegan}
One of the best side dishes ever, Whole30 Potatoes are sure to be a family favorite. Great for breakfast or as a side for meals, these Whole30 skillet potatoes are vegan and gluten-free.
Easy No-Bake Cereal Bars
Easy no-bake cereal bars take about 5 minutes to make and require only three ingredients: cereal, peanut butter, and honey. Perfect as an on-the-go breakfast or afternoon snack!
Whole Wheat Waffle Recipe {Whole Grain Waffles}
This Fluffy Whole Wheat Waffle recipe turns out perfectly every time. A simple waffle recipe, they are light, crispy, and made from scratch. Only you will know they’re 100% whole-grain waffles. And secrets are fun!
Air Fryer Turkey Bacon
Learn how to make perfect Turkey Bacon in the Air Fryer each and every time. It’s a great method for cooking bacon that is mess and fuss-free. You’ll love the easy cleanup and the awesome taste!
Gluten-Free Quiche {Dairy-Free, Whole30}
Super easy and so tasty, Gluten-Free Quiche is delicious for breakfast, lunch, or even dinner. Packed with veggies and dairy-free, this hashbrown quiche is also Whole30 compliant.
Cinnamon Pretzel Bites With Apple Syrup
Whip up a batch of Cinnamon Pretzel Bites for a quick and fun treat! An incredible homemade low-sugar apple syrup is the perfect dip to go with these delicious bites.
Gluten-Free Banana Chocolate Chip Pancakes (Paleo, DF)
Whip up a batch of delicious Gluten-Free Banana Chocolate Chip Pancakes for an easy and healthy breakfast. Gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, and freezer-friendly, these pancakes are so tasty!
Paleo Muesli - Grainless Granola {Vegan,Gluten-Free}
Crunchy and naturally sweet, this coconutty Paleo Muesli is a hardy and delicious grain-free breakfast. An easy recipe using dried fruit and maple syrup, these delightful paleo granola clusters are also vegan and dairy-free.
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Fabulous post!!! So many great ideas! Thank you <3
Thanks Izzy!!