10 Make-Ahead Breakfasts for Busy Mornings

Mornings can feel like a race against the clock, and breakfast is often the first thing to get skipped. But starting your day with a nutritious meal doesn’t have to be complicated. With a little planning, you can prepare breakfasts ahead of time that are ready when you are. These make-ahead options save you stress, reduce kitchen mess, and help you avoid the sugary grab-and-go snacks that leave you crashing!

Choco Chip Cookie Dough Overnight Oats

Three mason jars filled with high protein cookie dough overnight oats topped with chocolate chips on a wooden cutting board and a spoon going into one jar. — Image Credit: Fit as a Mama Bear

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

Sheet Pan Blueberry 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

Gluten-Free Breakfast 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

Creamy Blended Cinnamon Roll Oats

Blended overnight oats in a glass with whipped cream on top and a spoon in it and dusted with cinnamon. — Image Credit: Fit as a Mama Bear

Thick, creamy, and smooth these blended overnight oats are the best way to start your day. High in protein (36 grams!) and with a sweet cinnamon flavor this overnight oats recipe is almost like an oatmeal pudding that you’ll keep coming back to.

Get the recipe: Cinnamon Roll Oats

Healthy Morning Glory 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

Chocolate Overnight 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: Overnight Oats Without Protein Powder

No-Yeast Chewy Bagel Recipe

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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

Easy Dairy-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

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

Peanut Butter and Jam Overnight Oats

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Thick, creamy, and indulgent these peanut butter and jam overnight oats make the best meal prep breakfast. Using a classic flavor combo, these dairy-free overnight oats help keep weekday mornings simple for busy moms. To learn more: Peanut Butter and Jam Overnight Oats