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Consuming quality, healthy breakfasts helps to start your day off right! But boring meals are no fun. Instead opt for nutritious, tasty & healthy breakfast options!

In my world, there are two kinds of healthy breakfast: those that are super speedy, make-ahead options, and the others that are a little bit more slow-going and perfect for lazier mornings.

However, all of the breakfast recipes have one thing in common: they’re healthy!

Pinterest image with text: collage of healthy breakfast recipes. Pancakes, quiche, oatmeal.

Having a healthy breakfast is necessary for both moms and kids to start the day. Breakfast should:

  1. Be loaded with nutrient-dense ingredients
  2. Be fueling (load up on protein)
  3. Provide energy

Starting the day off with sugar-based or overly carbohydrate breakfast recipes will only provide a lack of focus and sugar crash.

These healthy breakfasts are:

Dairy-free

Gluten-free

Nutrient-dense

They range from quick make-ahead options (like chia pudding, overnight oats and yes, pancakes!) to breakfast more suitable for weekends (crepes, more pancakes, stuffed apples etc).

Since mornings tend to be a tighter spot for a time, we use a lot of make-ahead or grab and go options. Smoothies and healthy morning glory muffins are great healthy breakfasts to run out the door with. Chia pudding and overnight oats are indulgent but since they’re made ahead of time they’re a fast option in the morning.

And since all kids love pancakes, there are quite a few options for those too! We absolutely love high protein yogurt pancakes as well as paleo chocolate pancakes.


Health breakfasts don’t have to be boring or bland. Focus on nutrients, fuel, and flavor and kick your breakfast up a notch!

 
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Healthy Breakfast Hash Recipe (dairy & gluten-free)

Healthy Breakfast Hash Recipe (dairy & gluten-free) Full of flavor, this healthy breakfast hash recipe is the perfect way to kick off the weekend! Dairy-free, gluten-free, and paleo option. This egg-based breakfast hash is comforting and filling. Throughout the week rely on easy, make-ahead breakfast recipes. However, over the weekend we take our mornings a […]

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Paleo Pumpkin Waffles Recipe (dairy-free, gluten-free, grain-free, healthy)

Paleo Pumpkin Waffles Recipe (dairy-free, gluten-free, grain-free, healthy) Spice up your mornings with these paleo pumpkin waffles! Made with all the flavors of pumpkin pie but also with a healthy twist. This healthy pumpkin waffle recipe makes a great cozy morning brunch recipe or just an everyday healthy breakfast idea. Made with actual pumpkin which […]

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Vegan Banana Protein Pancakes (light, gluten-free, paleo)

Vegan Banana Protein Pancakes (light, gluten-free, paleo) Vegan banana protein pancakes make the best start to the day! Super light, sweet, and made with vegan protein powder, these banana protein pancakes make a tasty, fueling breakfast option for moms and kids (just like our favorite chocolate pancakes!). Plus, being dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan they’re an […]

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Vegan Crepes Recipe – Easy, Gluten-Free Crepes With A Healthy Twist

Vegan Crepes Recipe – Easy, Gluten-Free Crepes With A Healthy Twist A healthy twist on a vegan crepes recipe. These gluten-free crepes are pink! Super light and easy to make, these easy vegan crepes can be filled with your choice of anything sweet or savory. They make a tasty Sunday brunch and are a great […]

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Paleo Morning Glory Muffins (dairy-free and gluten-free)

Paleo Morning Glory Muffins (dairy-free and gluten-free) Give your breakfast an extra boost of nutrients with these utterly delicious, paleo morning glory muffins! These muffins are dairy-free, gluten-free of course but loaded with flavor. To be honest, due to the blueberry pecan combination, they’ve become one of my new favorite recipes (though I’m still having […]

Vegan breakfast scramble

Healthy Vegan Tofu Scramble

Vegan Tofu Scramble Coming up with healthy, filling and fueling breakfast recipes every day can be a challenge (though here’s my favorite breakfast ideas for toddlers!). and while this vegan tofu scramble takes a few more minutes than your average omelet, it’s worth making on a weekend when you have more time. Getting in protein […]

Peanut butter and jam overnight oats

PB & Jam Overnight Oats- GF/V

PB & Jam Overnight Oats- GF/V It shouldn’t a surprise that I am a sucker for the classic combo of PB&J! I mean really, who isn’t (actually my hubby hates it, wtf)? I’m also a crazy person when it comes to fast, easy, make ahead breakfast recipes like overnight oats also (though here are a […]

Facebook image with text: Healthy gluten-free pancakes stacked on a white plate with strawberries on top and a white mug behind it

Secretly Healthy Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Pancakes

Gluten-Free Pancakes – With A Secret Ingredient These gluten-free pancakes are not only deliciously perfect but they’re secretly healthy too! Pancakes are a staple in the family-world but there’s nothing that says they can’t be nourishing and indulgent (just like these paleo chocolate pancakes)! We’re pancake fanatics in this house. Seriously, I have two little […]

Healthy Oatmeal Recipe Social Media Image with text and the oatmeal in bowls.

Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal- GF/V

Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal- GF/V A healthy breakfast staple to keep you fueled! If apple cinnamon oatmeal doesn’t make you think back to “the good old days” I’m not sure we can be friends 😀 Oatmeal is just one of those things your parents and grandma tell you to eat in order to stay warm in […]

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Berry Bursting Homemade Donuts (DF/GF)

Berry Bursting Homemade Donuts (DF/GF) Keep breakfast time loaded with flavor and rock some gluten-free donuts! Just like these protein yogurt pancakes, this donuts recipe is an indulgent way to start the day. Allergy-friendly and tasty when made ahead of time, this breakfast idea is full of healthy nutrients when you’re running out the door! […]

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Hearty Pumpkin Pancakes DF/GF

Hearty Pumpkin Pancakes DF/GF Having healthy but delicious pancakes on hand is an important staple to busy moms. These pumpkin pancakes are dairy free, gluten free and help curb that pumpkin pie spice craving so does this pumpkin pie smoothie!). After getting back into the swing of back to school, busy mornings (here’s some tips […]

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Indulgent & Easy Peanut Butter Banana Pancakes: Dairy-free & Gluten-Free

Indulgent & Easy Peanut Butter Banana Pancakes: Dairy-free & Gluten-Free A classic flavor combo and allergy-friendly! These healthy peanut butter banana pancakes will easily become a staple in your house. Made with eight simple ingredients, these healthy peanut butter pancakes make the perfect indulgent breakfast recipe (as do these low-carb chocolate pancakes!) We have a […]

Featured image with text: low carb chocolate pancakes stacked on a white plate with a forkl full on the side. Plate on a yellow linen with a link mug behind it

Paleo Chocolate Pancakes (low-carb, keto, grain-free)

Paleo Chocolate Pancakes (low-carb, keto, grain-free) Only six ingredients in these light, paleo chocolate pancakes. Chocolate based and indulgent, you’ll never guess that these low carb chocolate pancakes don’t have a huge flour base. Eat them as-is if you’re looking to scale back your calories or indulge in deliciousness and top with your favorites!  When […]

Make ahead breakfast ideas

Healthy Make-Ahead Breakfast Ideas For Busy Mornings

Healthy Make-Ahead Breakfast Ideas For Busy Mornings Make school mornings a little less stressful by already have a healthy breakfast ready! These healthy make-ahead breakfast ideas are allergy-friendly and kid-approved. The make-ahead breakfast recipes make the perfect start to your day. The solution too crazy busy mornings is to have some healthy make-ahead breakfast ideas […]

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Healthy Breakfast Smoothie (No Banana, Paleo, Whole30)

Healthy Breakfast Smoothie (No Banana, Paleo, Whole30) Loaded with fuel this healthy breakfast smoothie without banana is a sure-fire way to kick off the morning. Kid-approved, this green breakfast smoothie is naturally sweetened and boosted with collagen powder to provide an energizing, healthy breakfast idea. A refreshing, real-food-based green breakfast smoothie is the best way […]

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Plant-Based Green Smoothie Bowl (Vegan, Whole30 Friendly)

Plant-Based Green Smoothie Bowl (Vegan, Whole30 Friendly) Only five ingredients in this ice cream-like green smoothie bowl recipe! This smoothie breakfast bowl uses peaches and frozen bananas as a base for both sweetness as well as consistency. Top the green smoothie bowl with your favorite crunchy granola, fresh fruit, and nut butter for a perfect meal. […]

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Easy Baked Apples With Oatmeal Filling (dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan)

Easy Baked Apples With Oatmeal Filling (dairy-free, gluten-free, vegan) A tasty option for a lazy breakfast or a comforting brunch! These easy baked apples are stuffed with sweet cinnamon oatmeal. In fact, the stuffed apples are fragrant enough to make the house smell amazing and simple enough to whip up for overnight guests! Dairy-free, gluten-free, […]

Facebook image with text: maple pecan oatmeal in a white ramekin with a spoon in the bowl and spilled coconut behind it

Ultra Creamy Maple Pecan Oatmeal Recipe: Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free & Vegan

Ultra Creamy Maple Pecan Oatmeal Recipe: Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free & Vegan An oatmeal recipe worth getting out of bed for! This maple pecan oatmeal recipe is creamy, indulgent, and vegan. The old saying that “oatmeal will stick to your insides is true”! This vegan oatmeal recipe leaves you feeling full, comforted, and ready to tackle the […]

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Vegan Overnight Oats Recipe – Easy, Triple Berry Overnight Oats

Vegan Overnight Oats Recipe – Easy, Triple Berry Overnight Oats Keep breakfast-time simple, quick, and nourishing with this vegan overnight oats recipe. These overnight oats use fresh or frozen berries to keep them light, refreshing, and still indulgent. If there’s one thing I dislike it’s rushing throughout the morning. This means I am constantly on […]

Coconut Berry Granola Bowl

Coconut Berry Granola Bowl Granola bowls are one of the easiest, tastiest options when it comes to breakfast or a simple snack (this is my all time favorite granola). They’re quick to whip up, customizable and utterly delicious! And this particular bowl has an added bonus.. coconut! This granola berry coconut bowl is filled to […]

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Last updated on 06/12/2020
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Hey-I’m Shelby! a Certified Strength Coach (CSCS), nutrition coach (PN) and mama to three beautiful girls.

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