Breakfast may be the most important meal of the day, but it’s the one that receives the least amount of effort in my house. My usual breakfast consists of whatever I can blearily pop in the toaster before sitting down at my laptop to start work. Lately, that’s meant a bagel with cream cheese on repeat. And while I love a good dose of carbs in the morning, having the same breakfast over and over gets pretty boring. I’m ready to switch things up, but I’m not willing to trade precious sleep time to cook up something fresh every morning. Instead, I’ve resolved to spend a little extra time at the beginning of the week whipping up some easy meal prep breakfast recipes so I’ll have something yummy to start my day with all week long.
From overnight oats to homemade breakfast sandwiches, muffins, smoothies, and more, the meal prep breakfast options are endless. With a little prep work, digging into a delicious breakfast can be just as quick and easy as my usual toasted bagel. Keep reading for 20 meal prep breakfast recipes that will make your whole week easier.
1. Meal Prep Breakfast Sandwiches
These breakfast sandwiches are about to be your new obsession. They’re easy to put together and packed full of every good nutrient you need to start your day off strong. To prep these ahead of time, you’ll sandwich cooked eggs (along with some bacon and spinach) and cheese between two English muffin halves, wrap the whole thing in foil, and freeze. When you’re ready to eat, heat up your sandwich in the oven or microwave before adding avocado, hot sauce, or whatever other toppings you prefer.
2. Banana Chia Pudding
If you want something quick but filling in the mornings, this make-ahead banana chia pudding is perfect for you. Chia seeds are great for digestion and keep you full longer, and the banana adds the perfect natural sweetness.
3. Easy Greek Yogurt Bagels
If you want something healthier than your usual store-bought bagel, try this homemade version. While it might sound like a hassle, they’re actually pretty easy to make. This recipe uses Greek yogurt, which adds extra protein, plus just a handful of other ingredients you probably have in your pantry. Customize with your favorite toppings (Everything but the Bagel Seasoning, anyone?) or leave them plain.
4. Sausage, Cheese, and Veggie Breakfast Casserole
Throw this breakfast casserole into the oven on Sunday for meal prep that’ll last you all week long. This recipe is packed with protein—from eggs, sausage, and cheese—and is easy to customize with whatever veggies you love.
5. Healthy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Breakfast Bars
If you prefer a sweeter start to your day, give these oatmeal breakfast bars a shot. Inspired by carrot cake, they’re packed with warm spices and grated carrot and topped with a maple cream cheese frosting. They’re so good, you’ll forget they’re healthy, too!
6. Meal Prep Breakfast Burritos
Step away from the frozen store-bought breakfast burritos because these are way tastier and nearly as easy to make. Fill tortillas with eggs, breakfast sausage, veggies, and some frozen tater tots before rolling them up and popping your burritos in the freezer. Reheat them in the oven, air fryer, or microwave for a fast grab-and-go meal for those busy mornings.
7. Breakfast Egg Muffins
These baked egg muffins are packed with protein to keep you energized all day long. They’re basically like a homemade version of Starbucks’ egg bites! This version uses a combo of bell peppers, scallions, garlic, and feta cheese for delicious flavor in every bite.
8. 5-Minute Protein Peanut Butter Energy Bites
When you’re constantly on the go, it can be super difficult to get a healthy, filling breakfast in. Luckily, these peanut butter energy bites are easy to grab on your way out the door and snack on during your commute, between meetings, or wherever else your schedule takes you. They taste like peanut butter cookie dough but are packed with protein and fiber for a solid start to your day.
9. Ham, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Quesadillas
Quesadillas for breakfast? Sign me up. These crispy tortillas are sandwiched with cheese, egg, ham, and veggies. Whip them up ahead of time and pair with fruit for a filling, well-rounded breakfast.
10. Meal Prep Baked Oatmeal Cups
These baked oatmeal cups are just what you need to start your mornings on the right foot. With five different flavor variations, there’s something for everyone. Mix up your batter, pour it into a muffin tin, add your toppings of choice, and bake. You’ll end up with a dozen bite-sized cups, perfect for the busiest mornings.
11. Country Breakfast Bowls
If you love a breakfast skillet or bowl, this one’s for you. Toss your potatoes, eggs, cheese, and bacon together, then load the mixture into individual glass bowls. Pop one into the microwave each morning for a quick and easy hot breakfast.
12. Make Ahead Smoothie Packs
I can’t believe this idea had never crossed my mind before, but these pre-prepped smoothie packs have changed my life. To save time during the week, cut up your fruit and portion out your favorite smoothie ingredients into packs you can store in the freezer. In the morning, simply dump the whole thing into the blender for a one-and-done breakfast. Absolutely genius.
13. Meal Prep Breakfast Tacos
I’ll always say yes to a taco. A breakfast taco? Even better. Mix up your filling with eggs, spicy breakfast sausage, cheese, and veggies. From there, all you need to do is heat up the filling in the morning and load it onto a tortilla.
14. Almond Butter, Strawberry & Banana Overnight Oats
Overnight oats will always be my go-to for breakfast meal prep. This recipe uses strawberries, bananas, chia seeds, and some almond butter for extra creaminess. Leave in the fridge overnight, and you’ll have a yummy breakfast ready to go in the morning!
15. Croissant Breakfast Sandwiches
I love a breakfast sandwich, but putting it on a crispy, flaky croissant makes it that much better. Cook up some scrambled eggs, grab some deli ham and cheese, and package up as many sandwiches as you need for the week.
16. Healthy Blueberry Muffins
Blueberry muffins, but make them healthy? Yes, please! Start your mornings with a bite out of these gluten-free and dairy-free muffins. It’s a simple one-bowl recipe that’s also super easy to prep ahead of time.
17. Spinach & Feta Breakfast Quesadillas
These breakfast quesadillas are the perfect healthy vegetarian meal to start your day. They’re filled with spinach, feta, and tons of colorful veggies. This recipe is freezer-friendly, making it so easy to heat them up and go.
18. No-Bake Peanut Butter Granola Bars
Sometimes, I find myself groaning even just thinking about turning on the oven. These no-bake granola bars are perfect for a quick, healthy breakfast you can prep ahead of time. They’re also topped with a chocolate drizzle to satisfy any sweet tooth.
19. Avocado and Egg Meal-Prep
If you’re looking to keep things simple, this meal prep breakfast idea hardly requires any cooking. With toasted bread, eggs, avocado, and some cherry tomatoes, these breakfast boxes are great for snacking on while you’re on the go. They’re simple, easy to put together, and customizable depending on your dietary needs and preferences.
20. Banana Blueberry Baked Oatmeal
Oatmeal is a classic breakfast food, and it’s also super versatile. This make-ahead baked oatmeal can be cut into small, grab-and-go pieces, perfect for a quick morning meal. This recipe uses blueberries and bananas for that fruity flavor, but you could easily sub in other fruits or mix-ins of your choice.
Jessica Friedhoff, Senior Lifestyle Editor
Jessica Friedhoff is the Senior Lifestyle Editor at The Everygirl, where she oversees the Home & Living category of the site. She writes and edits stories across a broad range of topics including decorating, food, entertaining, travel, and more. With a pulse on the latest trends, she uses her eye for detail and design to create timely, inspiring content for our readers.
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