10 Easy Meal Prep Breakfasts to Kickstart Your School Day

Mornings during the school year can feel like a race against the clock. But starting the day with a balanced meal makes a huge difference in energy and focus and that's where these meal prep breakfasts come in! With just a little planning, you can create breakfasts that are healthy, filling, and easy to grab on the go. From make-ahead muffins to overnight oats, these recipes take the stress out of school mornings!

Grain-Free Breakfast Egg Casserole

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Skip the chaos in the morning and whip up this gluten-free, dairy-free breakfast casserole! This egg casserole is a protein-packed, make-ahead breakfast for busy days. It’s grain-free, light, and lightly seasoned but with maximum flavor.

Get the recipe: Easy Breakfast Casserole

Choco Chip Cookie Overnight Oats

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A creamy and indulgent high-protein overnight oats recipe made in a jar to make for an easy, healthy breakfast or on-the-go high-protein snack! Swirled with almond hazelnut butter and chocolate chips these cookie dough oats make for a delicious, satisfying breakfast or post-workout meal.

Get the recipe: Cookie Dough Overnight Oats

Morning Glory Banana Muffins

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Give your breakfast a flavor boost with these gluten-free morning glory muffins! Sweetened with bananas and dried fruit these muffins are packed with goodness and hidden veggies!

Get the recipe: Morning Glory Muffins

Gluten-Free Mini Quiche Cups

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Savory flavor in every bite and are easy to make in advance. These dairy-free mini quiche cups have an almond flour crust and are filled with scrambled eggs, veggies, and sundried tomatoes. To learn more: Dairy-Free Mini Quiche Cups

Blended and Baked Oatmeal with Berries

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Made in one blender and baked in the oven this dairy-free baked protein oatmeal makes the perfect meal prep breakfast recipe! Sweetened with maple syrup this high-protein breakfast has over 30 grams of protein.

Get the recipe: Dairy-Free Baked Protein Oatmeal

Gluten-Free Chewy Breakfast Bagels

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An easy, gluten-free bagel recipe for soft, chewy bagels. There’s no planning needed for this healthy bagels recipe so whip up a batch and kick off your morning with your favorite breakfast.

Get the recipe: Easy, Gluten-Free Bagel Recipe

Dairy-Free Egg Omelette Bites

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The ultimate meal prep for busy mornings, these dairy-free egg bites are baked in a muffin tin and can be customized to your preference. Packed with protein, the omelet bites can be popped in the fridge or frozen for later to make for a simpler morning routine. To learn more: Dairy-Free Egg Bites

Protein-Packed Chocolate Oats

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Fuel up your breakfast with these delicious high protein overnight oats without protein powder! Thick and rich these protein overnight oats are topped with a thick, creamy, chocolate ganache for maximum indulgence.

Get the recipe: Chocolate Topped Overnight Oats

Fluffy Protein Pancakes

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Skip the time in the kitchen and fuel up your breakfast with these sheet pan protein pancakes. Light, fluffy, and with 25 grams of protein per serving, these gluten-free pancakes can also be made in advance for meal prep! To learn more: Sheet Pan Protein Pancakes

Baked Apple Pie Oatmeal

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This creamy, cozy, baked apple pie oatmeal will rival any packaged version! Sweetened with dates and a hint of maple syrup this protein oatmeal is a make-ahead breakfast recipe for busy days. To learn more: Baked Apple Pie Oatmeal