These 26 Make Ahead Breakfast Recipes are guaranteed to make your mornings feel effortless and delicious! From hearty casseroles and freezer-friendly burritos to fluffy muffins and grab-and-go bites, these recipes prove that breakfast doesn’t need to be complicated. Whether you’re prepping for busy school or work days, hosting a brunch with friends, or just love waking up in the morning with something that’s ready to eat, you’re sure to find something you’ll love!

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Egg-Based & Savory

Savory breakfasts are all about hearty, satisfying flavors that keep you full and satisfied all morning long. From tasty egg cups to cheesy casseroles, these make-ahead recipes are packed with flavor! They’re perfect for busy mornings when you are craving something warm and filling without the hassle.

Mini Quiche Recipe
This Mini Quiche Recipe features a thin layer of buttery pie crust with a creamy and flavorful egg filling, made 3 ways! These bite-sized treats are perfect to feed a crowd and come in a variety of combinations, so everyone will love them!
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Hashbrown Egg Cups
Creamy, fluffy eggs meet their match with savory shredded hashbrowns in these Hashbrown Egg Cups! These high protein breakfast cups are easy to make and perfect for an on-the-go breakfast that is sure to keep you going strong throughout your day!
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Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole
This easy tater tot breakfast casserole, made with delicious sausage, melty cheeses, and crispy tots, is the perfect weekend brunch recipe.
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Cottage Cheese Quiche
This Cottage Cheese Quiche is the ultimate no-fuss breakfast or brunch recipe! It’s packed with protein from the eggs and cottage cheese, loaded with crispy bacon and melty cheddar, and finished off with green onions and savory seasonings for a flavor-packed dish. With just a few minutes of prep, it’s an easy, satisfying recipe to make any day of the week!
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Egg Muffin Cups
These delicious and easy egg muffin cups are a great way to meal-prep a healthy breakfast or snack and keep it stocked in your freezer.
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Baked Goods & Muffins

There’s nothing better than the taste of homemade muffins or sweet rolls in the morning! These baked goods are a make-ahead breakfast dream. They are freezer and grab-and-go friendly, so you can warm them up and take them out the door with you (or enjoy them with your cup of coffee!)

Healthy Banana Bread
Healthy Banana Bread made with coconut oil, maple syrup and whole wheat flour! The best healthy banana bread you will ever have! Best of all everything is made in one bowl!
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French Toast Muffin Cups
French Toast Muffin Cups make the perfect breakfast on the go. They are soft and fluffy on the inside with a crunchy streusel topping!
4.71 from 17 votes
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Flourless Peanut Butter Banana Muffins
Flourless Peanut Butter Banana Muffins. Made in the blender with only a few ingredients!
4.70 from 91 votes
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Healthy Baked Oatmeal
Healthy Baked Oatmeal. Made with coconut oil and applesauce to lighten it up! A quick and easy breakfast.
4.91 from 11 votes
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Mini Chocolate Chip Muffins
There’s something nostalgic about Little Debbie Mini Chocolate Chip Muffins, and now you can make a homemade version that's more wholesome. These little muffins are soft and moist from the Greek yogurt, and naturally sweetened with honey. They're perfect for quick breakfasts, lunchboxes, or an after-school snack!
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Greek Yogurt Pancakes
You only need 30 minutes to make these light and fluffy Greek Yogurt Pancakes. This is a sweet breakfast that's perfect for weekdays, special occasions, and brunch on the weekends. Serve with my homemade mixed berry compote and enjoy!
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Overnight & No-Cook

When mornings feel rushed, overnight recipes are a true lifesaver. Just mix these up the night before, let the fridge do the work, and wake up in the morning to something delicious and satisfying. From creamy overnight oats to chia pudding, these no-cook breakfasts are easy to prep and enjoy!

Raspberry Chia Pudding
Raspberry Chia Pudding is a simple and nutritious pudding that makes for a perfect breakfast, snack, or dessert! Packed with fiber, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids, chia seeds are tiny nutritional powerhouses. When combined with the natural sweetness and tartness of raspberries, they create a creamy, satisfying, and refreshing treat!
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No Bake Peanut Butter Oat Cups
No Bake Peanut Butter Oat Cups are a simple, healthy treat that will satisfy all of those peanut butter cup cravings! Packed with chocolate, oats and peanut butter, you can make these in no time whenever you are in the mood for something sweet!
4.89 from 9 votes
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Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
All you need is 6 ingredients to make this Peanut Butter Overnight Oats recipe! With just 5 minutes of prep, you will have a filling, protein-packed breakfast waiting for you in the morning!
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Healthy & High Protein

If you’re looking for a nourishing start to your day, these high-protein breakfasts are for you! Packed with protein-rich ingredients like eggs, yogurt, and cottage cheese, these recipes are created to keep you full and energized until lunch-time.

Homemade Protein Bars
Homemade Protein Bars that mimic the popular Perfect Bars are packed with nutritious ingredients like peanut butter, flax seed, and a protein powder blend for a balanced, energy-boosting snack! These bars are customizable, making them better than the store-bought version!
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High Protein Blueberry Bagels
These High Protein Blueberry Bagels are soft, chewy, and packed with flavor—plus, they come together with just a few simple ingredients! Made with protein-rich cottage cheese and studded with sweet dried blueberries, they’re a delicious and nutritious way to start your morning. Slather on some cream cheese and a drizzle of honey for the perfect bite!
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High Protein Breakfast Biscuits
Busy mornings call for something hearty, satisfying, and easy to grab on the go—like these High Protein Breakfast Biscuits! Packed with hearty ingredients like cottage cheese, eggs, cheddar, and savory mix-ins like sausage, bacon, or ham, they’re the perfect way to start your day.
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Chicken Breakfast Sausage
Start your day off right with homemade Chicken Breakfast Sausage! Made with chicken, a handful of spices, and just a touch of maple syrup, this recipe is easy and delicious. Make them ahead of time so you can eat them on the go or enjoy them with your favorite pancakes, in breakfast sandwiches, or even in a breakfast casserole!
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Grab-and-Go

Busy mornings call for something you can grab with one hand and eat on the move! Pastries, bagels, and bars are portable, mess-free and just the right amount of satisfying. They’re perfect for early commutes, school drop-offs, or a quick snack between errands.

Energy Bites (8 Ways!)
Quick and Healthy 5 Ingredient Peanut Butter Energy Bites. Takes less than 10 minutes to make with only 5 ingredients! The perfect healthy snack!
4.80 from 255 votes
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French Toast Sticks
Super Easy Cinnamon Sugar French Toast Sticks. They take less than 15 minutes to make and are so much better than store-bought! Caramelized on the outside and fluffy on the inside!
5 from 8 votes
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Bacon Egg and Cheese Pastries
These Bacon Egg and Cheese Puff Pastries combine flaky puff pastry with creamy scrambled eggs, crispy bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese, all topped with a sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning for a savory, golden breakfast treat that's perfect for those busy mornings!
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Copycat Kind Granola Bars
Copycat Kind Granola Bars. Loaded with nuts and drizzled with chocolate and sea salt. They taste just like the Dark Chocolate & Sea Salt Kind Bars!
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Freezer Friendly

Freezer-friendly breakfasts are the secret to stress-free mornings! These recipes can be prepped ahead, frozen, and reheated in a matter of minutes. They’re perfect for stocking your freezer so you can enjoy a warm, homemade breakfast without any effort!

Breakfast Burritos
There's nothing better than starting the day with a hearty breakfast, like these Breakfast Burritos! Warm tortillas are filled with delicious ingredients like scrambled eggs, bacon, and veggies for a flavorful and satisfying breakfast that will keep you energized all morning.
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Homemade Everything Bagels
Homemade Everything Bagels. A lot easier to make than you think and so much better than store-bought!
4.84 from 6 votes
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Greek Yogurt Waffles
Soft and Fluffy Greek Yogurt Waffles. Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. They take less than 30 minutes to make and are the perfect way to start your day!
5 from 4 votes
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Freezer Breakfast Sandwiches
Easy Make Ahead Freezer Breakfast Sandwiches. Homemade english muffins topped eggs and either bacon, ham or sausage. Perfect for meal prep and busy mornings!
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