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19 Easy Breakfast Ideas That Won't Slow You Down

Give yourself a healthy start with the most important meal of the day.

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Brian Woodcock

Feeling like you don't have time for breakfast? It's a meal worth making time for. Eating something when you wake up is a healthy choice and a motivating way to start your day. It keeps you from being hangry (and overeating) at lunch, and gives you energy to get going all morning. And it doesn't have to be a big production, either. Here are 19 fast and easy breakfast ideas, from make-ahead options, to quick-cooking meals, to grab-and-go items that will get you going without slowing you down. What are you waiting for?

1

Parmesan Egg-in-a-Hole

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Brian Woodcock

We absolutely love making these all-in-one fried eggs with toast. Not only are they tasty and fast, but they're just fun to eat.

Get the recipe for Parmesan Egg-in-a-Hole.

2

Seeded Granola

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Hector M. Sanchez

A good healthy seed-packed granola is a great way to start the day, and it couldn't be faster. Make the granola yourself and it's far cheaper — plus you know (and like) what's in it!

Get the recipe for Seeded Granola.

3

Asparagus Frittata with Burrata and Herb Pesto

asparagus frittata with burrata and herb pesto
Becky Luigart-Stayner

This big, eggy dish may look (and be) impressive, but it comes together in a snap. Use jarred pesto to make it even faster. It's a sit-down breakfast that you won't mind making time for.

Get the recipe for Asparagus Frittata with Burrata and Herb Pesto.

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4

Hard-Boiled Eggs

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Want a high-protein, easy to carry, grab-and-go breakfast? Pre-make some hard boiled eggs! They're nutrient-dense and (of course) delicious.

Learn How to Make Absolutely Perfect Hard-Boiled Eggs Every Time.

5

Loaded Breakfast Sandwiches with Fennel Herb Sausage Patties

loaded breakfast sandwiches with fennel herb sausage patties
Brian Woodcock

If fast food breakfast sandwiches have been your fallback, give this recipe a try. The (much improved) taste is well worth the small time investment in making it—and you can eat it on the go.

Get the recipe for Loaded Breakfast Sandwiches with Fennel Herb Sausage Patties.

6

Poached Rhubarb with Yogurt

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Brian Woodcock

Poached rhubarb is easy to make ahead. A small bit topping a bowl of yogurt, with some crunchy granola is a healthy and easy way to start the day.

Get the recipe for Poached Rhubarb with Yogurt.

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7

Air Fryer Roasted Potato-and-Pepper Hash

air fryer roasted potato and pepper hash
Mike Garten

Chop the veggies the night before, and your air fryer makes this easy hash hands-free.

Get the recipe for Air Fryer Roasted Potato-and-Pepper Hash.

8

Blueberry Buckle Muffins

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Becky Luigart-Stayner

Muffins make excellent grab-and-go breakfast treats! They'll keep on the counter for up to a week and you can simply snag one on the way out the door.

Get the recipe for Blueberry Buckle Muffins.

9

Cheddar, Bacon and Chive Breakfast Muffins

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Mike Garten

Prefer savory to sweet breakfasts? This cornmeal based concoction is just what you want with your morning joe.

Get the recipe for Cheddar, Bacon and Chive Breakfast Muffins.

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10

Glazed Blueberry Rolls

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Brian Woodcock

Another sweet grab-and-go treat, these blueberry rolls can be made ahead, and just warmed up before being noshed on.

Get the recipe for Glazed Blueberry Rolls.

11

Country Ham French Toast

country ham french toast
Brian Woodcock

What can we say? You show us how to make two different breakfast items at the same time and we are there for it.

Get the recipe for Country Ham French Toast.

12

Eggs Florentine with Homemade Hollandaise

eggs florentine with homemade hollandaise
Becky Luigart-Stayner

Homemade hollandaise easy? It is when you try our no-whisk blender method!

Get the recipe for Eggs Florentine with Homemade Hollandaise.

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13

Tomato & Fresh Basil Frittata

tomato fresh basil frittata
Becky Luigart-Stayner

This largely hands-off breakfast bake is an easy way to feed a crowd.

Get the recipe for Tomato & Fresh Basil Frittata.

14

Brown Sugar and Rosemary Glazed Bacon

brown sugar and rosemary glazed bacon
Becky Luigart-Stayner

Okay, yes, technically glazing the bacon before cooking it is less easy than just cooking it. But it's also way better.

Get the recipe for Brown Sugar and Rosemary Glazed Bacon.

15

Maple-Glazed Breakfast Sausage

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Brian Woodcock

Use these delicious breakfast sausages in your to-go breakfast sandwich.

Get the recipe for Maple-Glazed Breakfast Sausage.

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16

Crepes with Strawberries and Lemon Curd

crepes with strawberries and lemon curd
Brian Woodcock

The crepe mix can be made up the night before, so that these paper-thin pancakes are practically heat-and-eat fast in the morning.

Get the recipe for Crepes with Strawberries and Lemon Curd.

17

Honey Mustard-Glazed Canadian Bacon

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Brian Woodcock

Here's another absolutely delicious (and easy) way to upgrade your breakfast sandwich!

Get the recipe for Honey Mustard-Glazed Canadian Bacon.

18

Spring Vegetable, Ham, and Goat Cheese Frittata

spring vegetable, ham, and goat cheese frittata
Christopher Shane

Use whatever veggies you have on hand for this delicious egg dish.

Get the recipe for Goat Cheese Frittata.

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19

Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

ham and cheese pinwheels
Becky Luigart-Stayner

These easy-to-make pinwheels look like they might have taken hours to make—but a smart use of puff pastry cuts out tons of work. Make a batch over the weekend and your breakfasts are ready to go!

Get the recipe for Ham and Cheese Pinwheels.

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