If you need extra motivation to get out of bed this morning, these breakfast ideas should do the trick.
We rounded up the most delicious options we could find, from satisfying slow-cooker oatmeal to hearty hash brown omelettes. Whether you need a quick meal to grab on the way to work or you have a little extra time to make something Instagram-worthy, these easy breakfast recipes are the perfect way to start any day off on the right foot. Oh, and don't forget the coffee!
1. Make-Ahead Breakfast Quesadilla
You read that right: make this dish before you go to sleep so you can wake up to a delicious quesadilla in the morning. Even better news, this recipe is super easy and only requires a few of your favorite brekky ingredients.
Recipe: Make-Ahead Breakfast Quesadilla
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2. Cheesy Egg Toast
Start your day cheesin' with this cheesy egg toast. It only requires a few ingredients that you probably already have in your fridge: bread, butter, shredded cheese, and an egg.
Recipe: Cheesy Egg Toast
3. Cinnamon Roll French Toast Roll-up
Say 'bonjour' to your favorite new breakfast mashup: cinnamon roll French toast. It's so easy, you'll be wondering why you haven't been making it this whole time. All you have to do is flatten your favorite type of bread with a rolling pin, combine your favorite ingredients, and fry it up.
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4. Healthy Breakfast Sandwich
Eggs, veg, and avocado on an English muffin...there's no better way to start your day! Pro tip: Cook the egg mixture in a Mason jar lid for a perfect round shape.
Recipe: Healthy Breakfast Sandwich
5. On-The-Go Pancake Muffins
Make these pancake muffins at the beginning of the week, then grab a few before you head out the door each day. You can do a mix of toppings for variety, or stick with your favorite.
Recipe: On-The-Go Pancake Muffins
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6. Blueberry Banana Bread
With just 8 ingredients, this blueberry banana bread comes together in a flash and is full of good-for-you fruit and protein from the Greek yogurt and eggs. Grab a slice for a quick breakfast or afternoon snack.
Recipe: Blueberry Banana Bread
7. Slow Cooker Pumpkin Chia Steel Cut Oats
PSL who? Pumpkin chia oats has entered the chat. This delicious dish brings out the best pumpkin combo that you probably haven't heard of (yet!). This is the perfect breakfast for those mornings that start off a bit chilly before the sun comes out!
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8. Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Muffins
Is there anything better than a warm and gooey cinnamon roll muffin with your morning cup of coffee? We'll wait. It's like a cinnamon roll but in the shape of a muffin, making it easier to hold — so it's a less messy way to start off your morning!
Recipe: Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Muffins
9. Easy Breakfast Frittata
This frittata recipe is great for when you don't want to do something too complicated but want to appear as if you put in a lot of work. If you don't want to use heavy cream, substitute it for regular milk!
Recipe: Easy Breakfast Frittata
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10. Fruit Parfait
According to Donkey from Shrek, everyone loves parfaits. Honestly, he's right. This recipe takes virtually no time, and you can add whatever fruit you want to it. You can even change up the flavor of yogurt when you're feeling *fancy*.
Recipe: Fruit Parfait
11. Slow Cooker Berry Breakfast Quinoa
Who says quinoa can just be used for savory dishes? Quinoa gives you a more fun alternative to oatmeal. Top it with your favorite fruit and badda bing badda boom, you have a breakfast dish you will want to recreate day after day!
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12. Slow Cooker Sweet Caramel French Toast Casserole
Wake up with a sweet tooth? We've got you covered with this delicious dessert-breakfast crossover. This sweet caramel French toast casserole will surely become a breakfast favorite!
13. Slow Cooker Breakfast Casserole
This protein-packed meal is guaranteed to start your day off on the right foot. And even better, you probably already have most of these ingredients in your fridge. Potatoes, eggs, and ham all rolled into one warm casserole — what more could you want?
Recipe: Slow Cooker Breakfast Casserole
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14. Overnight Pecan Pie Oatmeal
These fall flavors will make you wish it were autumn all year round. This warm bowl of oatmeal will leave you feeling satisfied and ready for the day — and ready for a Thanksgiving pecan pie!
Recipe: Overnight Pecan Pie Oatmeal
15. Healthy Banana Pancakes
There's nothing quite like a cozy Saturday morning with banana pancakes. Simply mash the bananas until smooth, mix the eggs and vanilla until combined, and then mix in the oats and cinnamon. Cook the pancake batter in a skillet or griddle until it's done and garnish with your favorite toppings!
Recipe: Healthy Banana Pancakes
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16. One-Pan Breakfast Potatoes
When you only want to dirty one pan, this is the recipe for you. All you need is potatoes, peppers, onions, and some spices. Plus, a fried egg on top makes *everything* better.
Recipe: One-Pan Breakfast Potatoes
17. 4-Minute Mug Cinnamon Rolls
Pressed for time but want something sweet and decadent? Well, then, you need this mug cinnamon roll immediately. In just four minutes, you'll be transported into a cozy coffee shop where you're eating a freshly baked cinnamon roll. Ahh.
Recipe: 4-Minute Mug Cinnamon Rolls
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18. Banana Chocolate Chip Breakfast Muffins
Not only are these banana chocolate chip muffins delicious, but they're also super portable! This is an easy recipe to make on a Sunday and prep for breakfast the entire week!
19. 3-Ingredient Pancakes
Pancakes are great, but they're even better when they only have three ingredients. Simply mash a banana in a bowl, add the eggs and cinnamon, and whisk. Cook them on a griddle or pan and you're done!
Recipe: 3-Ingredient Pancakes
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20. Peanut Butter Energy Bites
Maybe you're not a big breakfast person. That's okay, but some energy can help, like these peanut butter bites! If you want to make them a smidge more *fancy*, feel free to roll them around in coconut flakes.
Recipe: Peanut Butter Energy Bites
21. Ham & Cheddar Wrapped Breakfast Burrito
It's a burrito, but there's no tortilla? That's right. Instead of a regular flour tortilla, you'll be wrapping up this bad boy with the egg itself! Bonus: You can add whatever topping you want, and I guarantee it'll still taste amazing!
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22. Banana Muffin Mug
In about five minutes, you'll have a super-Tasty (see what I did there?) banana muffin to get you started on your day. All you need is one banana, egg white, honey, cinnamon, oat flour, and baking powder! Don't have oat flour? Just use regular all-purpose flour.
Recipe: Banana Muffin Mug
23. Crock Pot Pumpkin Apple Monkey Bread
If you're in the mood for a cup of fall flavors, we've got you covered. This pumpkin apple monkey bread is fluffy in texture and fall-y in flavor. It will leave you satisfied and energized to face the day!
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24. Blueberry Overnight Oats
Overnight oats are great because they basically make themselves while you're asleep. For this recipe, you can use either a Mason jar, to be fancy, or just a regular container.
Recipe: Blueberry Overnight Oats
25. Simple Scrambled Eggs
A timeless, classic recipe: glorious scrambled eggs. You can serve it on toast, by itself, in a burrito, or basically with anything! The possibilities truly are endless.
Recipe: Simple Scrambled Eggs
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26. Breakfast Granola Cups
With six simple ingredients, you've got the perfect granola cup for your morning pick-me-up. Some toppings you can add are yogurt, strawberries, bananas, raspberries, or really just any fruit.
Recipe: Breakfast Granola Cups
27. Strawberry Cheesecake French Toast
Maybe you have a bit more time and energy this morning. That's where this bad boy comes in. French toast on its own is wonderful, but when you add strawberry cheesecake, it's *chef's kiss* perfection.
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28. Breakfast Bell Peppers
Bell peppers are fun because they act as a little bowl for your food, but then you can eat them too. For this recipe, you'll need some eggs, bacon, cheese, salt, pepper, and chives. Tip: If you keep the stem on the pepper, your ingredients will be less likely to spill out during cooking!
Recipe: Breakfast Bell Peppers
29. Berry Smoothie Bowl
You can't tell me this isn't the most IG-worthy photo ever of a smoothie bowl. I wouldn't even want to eat it — I'd just display it until it melted.
Recipe: Berry Smoothie Bowl
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30. Cinnamon Roll Waffles
We love waffles. We love cinnamon rolls. So why not put them together? The best part? You just need to use one of those tubes of cinnamon rolls, which means breakfast is served in five minutes or less!
Recipe: Cinnamon Roll Waffles
31. Almond Butter Honey Oat Bars
The oat bars have only three simple ingredients: rolled oats, almond butter, and honey. They're yummy, kid-friendly, and customizable. Don't like almond butter? Try any other nut butter! Don't eat honey? Use maple syrup!
Recipe: Almond Butter Honey Oat Bars
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32. Strawberry Shortcake Sheet Pan Pancakes
This is groundbreaking, but have you ever tried to make pancakes...on a sheet pan? What a time to be alive! Add some extra sugar for sweetness or just pour your favorite syrup on top.
33. Easily the Best Garlic Herb Roasted Potatoes
If you don't already have a roasted potato recipe, might I suggest trying this one? It is jam-packed with all of the best herbs and seasonings, like garlic and rosemary. This one may take a bit longer, but it's so worth it.
34. Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Protein Smoothie
Five simple ingredients and you have a protein-packed smoothie ready to get you through the dark. The frozen bananas add a ton of creaminess, but some readers added Greek yogurt to make it even smoother!
Recipe: Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Protein Smoothie
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35. Breakfast Sandwich Roll-Up
This savory recipe spices up your typical breakfast sandwich by making it so much more fun to eat. All you need is bread, bacon, sausages, eggs, ketchup, and butter!
Recipe: Breakfast Sandwich Roll-Up
36. Waffle Omelet
Your waffle-maker isn't just for those sweet waffles you make all the time. If you have a more savory tooth, try this amazing omelet recipe and add whatever toppings your heart desires (or no toppings!).
Recipe: Waffle Omelet
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37. Chewy Oatmeal Breakfast Bars to Go
Not only do you not really care for breakfast, but you're always running late. Not to worry — these oatmeal bars are portable, chewy, gooey, delectable, and exactly what you need on a busy weekday commute.
38. Bagel Boats
For some reason, these savory bagel boats are giving me "elementary school breakfast" vibes, and I'm kind of living for the nostalgia. Plus, is there anything better than a toasted bagel in the morning?
Recipe: Bagel Boats
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39. Baked Eggs in Peppers
The combination of the cheesy eggs and earthy peppers is perfect for any brunch!
Recipe: Baked Eggs in Peppers
40. Tofu Scramble
A lovely take on a regular scramble, but perfect for those who just don't like eggs. Fun fact: To get that eggy color, you add turmeric to your tofu! Also, add as many vegetables as you like!
Recipe: Tofu Scramble
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41. Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
Ricotta adds richness to the batter here — and a fresh and easy homemade blueberry syrup takes things to a whole other level.
Recipe: Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
42. Crepes Four Ways
Chocolate strawberry, caramel banana, berry cheesecake, and s'mores — there's something for everyone!
Recipe: Crepes Four Ways
43. Chocolate Star Bread
This chocolaty dish may take a while to make, but trust me, it's so worth it in the end! The warm, gooey treat is literally what most would describe as heaven on a plate!
Recipe: Chocolate Star Bread
44. Pancake Cups
These pancake cups are too adorable for anyone to not enjoy for their morning breakfast!
Recipe: Pancake Cups
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46. Frozen Yogurt Granola Cups
These frozen yogurt granola cups are the perfect breakfast for a warm morning.
Recipe: Frozen Yogurt Granola Cups
47. Veggie & Cheese Breakfast in a Mug
There's just something so fun about eating out of a mug, isn't there? This recipe is savory and mouthwatering and takes around 10 minutes to complete!
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48. Apple Fritter Rings
Sweet, fruity, and delicious. These apple fritter rings are everything any sweet tooth would need to kick off their perfect day.
Recipe: Apple Fritter Rings
49. French Toast Four Ways
Mixed berry, s'mores, strawberry cheesecake, and cinnamon bun French toast. There's a flavor for everyone to enjoy!
Recipe: French Toast Four Ways
50. Rice Cooker Cinnamon Pancake
First off, I didn't even know you could make a pancake in a rice cooker!!! And second, now that I know this, why wouldn't I wanna treat myself to one huge pancake at the start of the day!
Recipe: Rice Cooker Cinnamon Pancake
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51. Honey Toast
I want to wake up to a plate of this honey toast every single day!
Recipe: Honey Toast
52. German Pancake (Dutch Baby)
If you have time to bake on a weekend morning and are looking to try something new and delicious, these German pancakes are the perfect recipe for you!
Recipe: German Pancake
53. Cinnamon Sugar Butter Bread
Nothing sounds better than cinnamon sugar butter bread fresh in the morning, TBH.
Recipe: Cinnamon Sugar Butter Bread
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54. Blueberry Croissant Breakfast Bake
55. Puff Pastry Four Ways
These delicious puff pastries come in a variety of flavors including strawberry diamond, raspberry flower, blueberry pinwheel, and cream cheese filled. Everyone in your house will have a delicious flavor to keep them satisfied!
Recipe: Puff Pastries Four Ways
56. Pan Roasted Portobello Egg Toast
This pan roasted portobello egg toast is delicious and also the perfect paleo breakfast!
Recipe: Pan Roasted Portobello Egg Toast
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57. Molten Cinnamon Rolls
Molten cinnamon rolls are the perfect sweet treat for Sunday brunch.
Recipe: Molten Cinnamon Rolls
58. Wolfgang Puck's Fluffy Pancake Soufflé (Kaiserschmarren)
If there's any breakfast you should try, it has to be Wolfgang Puck's Fluffy Pancake Soufflé (Kaiserschmarren)!
Recipe: Wolfgang Puck's Fluffy Pancake Soufflé (Kaiserschmarren)
59. Old-Fashioned Donuts
Simple and delicious — you can't ever go wrong with a classic!
Recipe: Old-Fashioned Donut
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60. Nutella Puff Pastry Turnovers
Golden and flaky on the outside. Warm and gooey on the inside. These Nutella puff pastry turnovers are the perfect breakfast for those early mornings.
Recipe: Nutella Puff Pastry Turnovers
61. Cream Cheese Banana Bread Muffins
These cream cheese banana bread muffins are both delicious and super easy for traveling! They're the perfect recipe to pack for those weekend road trips or beach days!
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62. Eggs in Clouds
They're fluffy, warm, and delicious. This recipe for eggs in clouds is the best way anyone can start their morning.
Recipe: Eggs in Clouds
63. Family-Style Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bake
64. Breakfast Biscuit Fries
Who says you can't have french fries for breakfast?
Recipe: Breakfast Biscuit Fries
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65. Ham, Egg & Cheese Breakfast Braid
66. Huevos Rancheros Bake
I think we can all agree that huevos rancheros is a top-tier breakfast, right? To get this perfect dish, all you have to do is place all the ingredients in a pan and pop it right in the oven. Twenty-five minutes later, you have the perfect breakfast!
Recipe: Huevos Rancheros Bake
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67. Hash Brown Breakfast Cups
There's nothing better than a warm, flaky hash brown! Turn them into cups and fill them up with eggs and your favorite veggies, and they become even more delicious! Bonus points for being the best portable breakfast ever!
Recipe: Hash Brown Breakfast Cup
68. Stuffed Hash Brown Omelet
A huge hash brown stuffed with eggs, cheese, and whatever else you like — SIGN ME UP!
Recipe: Stuffed Hash Brown Omelet
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69. Sweet Potato Black Bean Hash
Sweet potatoes, avocado, and an egg couldn't create an even better breakfast recipe than this sweet potato black bean has.
Recipe: Sweet Potato Black Bean Hash
71. Grab 'n' Go Breakfast Muffins
These muffins are the perfect grab-and-go dish to alleviate any stress you may have on those busy weekday mornings!
Recipe: Grab 'n' Go Breakfast Muffins
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72. Make-Ahead Frozen Burritos
Meal prepping breakfast saves you sooo much trouble, and it's also extremely delicious!!
Recipe: Make-Ahead Frozen Burritos
73. Cheesy Egg & Biscuit Cups
Quick, simple, and delicious. Follow this easy recipe for cheesy eggs and biscuit cups, and you'll feel satisfied for the day without the stress of cooking all morning.
Recipe: Cheesy Egg and Biscuit Cups
74. Easy Breakfast Galette
The beauty of this easy breakfast galette is that you can even customize the toppings to make it perfect to your liking!
Recipe: Easy Breakfast Galette
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75. Breakfast Baked Potato
The only thing better than a baked potato is a breakfast baked potato!
Recipe: Breakfast Baked Potato
76. Brunch Strata Bake
Super delicious for those sunny mornings!
Recipe: Brunch Strata Bake
77. Kale, Sweet Potato & Onion Frittata
Kale, sweet potatoes, and onions are the perfect, tastiest trio to make a fantastic breakfast!
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78. Omelet Cups
79. Cheesy Bacon Egg Cups
There's nothing better for breakfast than something simple and portable!
Recipe: Cheesy Bacon Egg Cups
80. 3-Ingredient Banana Oat Smoothie
Bananas, oats, milk, and you've got yourself a smoothie. Tip: Use a frozen banana to make the smoothie *extra* creamy.
Recipe: 3-Ingredient Banana Oat Smoothie
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81. Strawberry Banana Pancake Skewers
These simple yet delicious strawberry banana pancake skewers will leave you satisfied and obsessed with this recipe!
82. Birthday Cake Baked Oatmeal
This sweet treat is the perfect start to any day!
Recipe: Birthday Cake Baked Oatmeal
83. Easy Breakfast Salad
Who says you can't have salad for breakfast?
Recipe: Easy Breakfast Salad
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84. Savory Corn and Cheddar Waffles with Avocado
These savory waffles made with corn, cheddar, and avocado will leave you full and satisfied for the day!
What are your favorite breakfast recipes? Feel free to leave them in the comments below!
This article contains content previously curated by Stephanie Hope, Jamie Harrington, and Melissa Jameson. It was compiled by Salimah McCullough.
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