Breakfast

This protein-rich skillet breakfast is both fast enough for weekday mornings and hearty enough for houseguests. Here, we used plain turkey sausages, but go ahead and toss in your favorite variety, such as Italian or breakfast-style.

Treat yourself to this smoothie version of sweet potato pie whipped together with frozen mango and topped with pecan-studded baked granola.

This breakfast take on a Greek favorite skips the heavy pastry and gives you a good dose of greens, along with heaps of feta and creamy ricotta for a satisfying start to the day. Make it ahead of time and simply warm it through in the toaster oven in the morning.

Any morning is glorious when this loaf is ready and waiting. It’s grain-free and packed with good-for-you ingredients, but the coconut butter glaze almost takes this breakfast into dessert. Remember to use coconut butter, not coconut oil, for the glaze.

This super-fast smoothie bowl contains satiating protein yet tastes like decadent cherry cheesecake.

Pancakes take a savory turn with this almond and cornmeal version topped with black bean salsa and a drizzle of cilantro-infused yogurt.

This zesty Mexican flavored bake is easy to prepare. Vegetables, black beans and avocado smother a soft egg.

Diced apple tossed with cinnamon and ground flaxseed are a perfectly easy — and healthy — breakfast to power you through your day.

These versatile Paleo crumble bars can work equally well for breakfast, a snack or even dessert. They’re quite crumbly, so we love serving them in a bowl with yogurt or ice cream. To add a spicy dimension, try using apple pie spice in place of the cinnamon.

This simple maple brûléed grapefruit makes a simple healthy breakfast.

Need a quick grab-and-go breakfast that will satiate you through lunch? Try this sweet potato chia pudding porridge.

Start your day with this veggie-packed cauliflower hash. It's so filling you won't even miss the carbs you'd find in a traditional hash.

These blender pancakes couldn't be any easier, making these a great weekday breakfast option. Just blend, cook and eat!

Make breakfast even easier by making your batter in the blender! No whisk/bowl needed. Packed with antioxidant-rich blueberries, these pancakes are as healthy as they are delicious!

Making a batch of these almond butter, oat and flax bars at the start of the week ensures you always have a nutritious snack on hand or a breakfast you can grab on your way out the door.

Peanut fans, this is the breakfast for you – protein-rich PB is blended with yogurt and cocoa powder, while chopped salted peanuts add a savory crunch.

Sweet, in-season strawberries are the base of these pretty breakfast pops along with fiber-rich chia seeds. An optional boost of protein powder helps keep you satiated until lunch.

We’ve taken all the ingredients in a traditional breakfast parfait – yogurt, homemade granola and berries – and piled them into a frozen ice pop so you can just grab them on your way out the door.

Blueberries and banana naturally sweeten these gluten-free cookies.

A fun twist on a childhood favorite, these biscuits are so nutrient-dense, you can eat them anytime of day. Enjoy them as a midday snack or as a sweet take on a breakfast sandwich.

Toast is the fastest, easiest breakfast ever — and this one is packed with protein and plenty of fiber from this flavorful bean spread. Make it the night before for faster breakfast prep. We’ve suggested some options for toppings, but you can also customize it with ingredients you have at home.

This simple Paleo-friendly chia breakfast pudding is packed with heart-healthy Omega-3s.

This nutrient-packed breakfast bowl will give you a morning energy boost.

Peanut butter and quinoa are the stars of this energizing, high-protein breakfast bowl.

This is no ordinary loaf! For a gluten-free bake, we turned to green banana flour, which is traditionally used in Jamaican and African cuisine as a replacement for wheat flour.

Riced cauliflower is the hero of these crisp and savory waffles that are fit for breakfast or dinner, and require just 10 minutes of prep.

These portable parfaits have two fruity layers: a cherry and a banana layer, all topped with chopped plums and crunchy almonds for a filling breakfast. Get creative with chopped fruit and nuts of your choice for sprinkling between layers and on top.

Make a batch of these protein-packed burritos on Sunday and store them in your fridge or freezer for heat-and-eat breakfasts or lunches throughout the week.

The term “breakfast cookie” might sound like a devilishly delicious oxymoron, but we’re not kidding around with these good-for-you jumbo cookies. They’re made with protein-rich almond flour and pecans and naturally sweetened with maple syrup for an easy, grab-and-go breakfast.

A cross between a latke and a hash brown, these crispy waffles made from spiralized potatoes are a must-try. We love them with a little yogurt and maple syrup, but you can also load them up with salmon and dill for a heartier meal.

This lightly sweetened smoothie from blogger Lee Tilghman is a great introduction to vegetable-based smoothies. It's smooth, thick, and creamy—you won't even miss the banana!

This four-ingredient vegan pudding makes a perfect protein-packed breakfast. No berries? Top with whatever fruit you have on hand.

A creamy ginger and lemongrass–infused dressing makes this bowl a tropical treat, while hemp hearts and toasted unsweetened coconut add a bit of crunch.

The herbal taste of basil with lime juice and a touch of salt and pepper make the fruits in this bowl taste even sweeter. Mix and match with your favorite melons and berries.

Inspired by the Middle Eastern tradition of mixing sweet fruits with savory foods like tahini, this fresh bowl is ideal for serving at your next 
barbecue or breakfast. Garnish with a little citrus zest for extra brightness.

The base of these muffins is just mildly sweet, meaning you can go one of two ways with your add-ins: Incorporate dark chocolate chips for a sweet version, or add sesame seeds and green onions for a savory spin.

High-protein teff creates a rich porridge that can be combined with fruits of all varieties. Lightly spiced, this sweet and creamy breakfast is an ultra-satisfying way to start the day.

You can use any type of mozzarella on these eggs Benny – fresh, hard or a smoked variety. Or you can skip the dairy and use a soft nut cheese.

Make your microbiome happy first thing in the morning – these sandwiches are brimming with probiotics from kefir and prebiotics from yellow onion and chives. If making them in advance, keep the eggs, sauce and pita separate and assemble before eating.

This cleaned-up version of the fast-food favorite is made with lean ground turkey and served in whole-grain English muffins. The best part is they freeze well, so make a batch and store in your freezer for a grab-and-go breakfast. Feel free to add baby spinach or tomato slices to the sandwich – but add it just before or after reheating. Serve with your favorite hot sauce.

Using vegetables in your morning meal is a great way to jump-start your day and squeeze in essential vitamins and minerals. Try our Sweet Potato Pie Parfaits for a grab-and-go savory-meets-sweet option. 
Top with berries for an 
extra kiss of sweetness.

This classic Mexican breakfast serves a crowd, making it a great option for busy families.

Your blender makes prepping these herbed crepes easy, but you 
can whisk the batter in a bowl if you prefer – just be sure to mix it well. 
Look for hot-smoked salmon in the deli section of your supermarket; if you can’t find it, top your crepe with a slice of cold-smoked salmon instead.

Customize these whole-grain muffins by using your choice of cranberry sauce, but we love the 
kick from our Grapefruit & Cranberry Sauce. You’ll want to make a double batch 
of cranberry sauce this year to make certain you have extra for these treats!

Make these cinnamon bun cookies during the holiday season and see everyone's face light up.

Transfer your cranberry compote recipe to an 8-oz glass jar. 
Place lid on top. Secure a square of festive 
fabric with a ribbon over lid.

Celebrate a wintery Christmas morning with gingerbread pancakes

A type of black tea that’s flavored with citrusy bergamot oil, Earl Grey is loaded with flavonoids, which are antioxidants that protect the body’s cells from free-radical damage.

Rich in healthy fat and fiber, this Brazil Nut Bread with Honey Butter Recipe is perfect for a snack or a dessert.

If you’re a French toast lover, this is the sandwich for you. Sweet and velvety maple cream cheese spread, poached egg and crisp turkey bacon are sandwiched between 2 slices of savory French toast. This is the ultimate meal for any time of day.

An unexpected combination of sweet potato, almond butter and mango yields delicious results our team lapped up. To speed up the process, you can prep a couple of batches at a time and keep them in the freezer – simply add all ingredients to a zip-top freezer bag except the juice, water and vanilla. When you’re ready, add to a blender with the liquids, whiz it up and go.

Egg adds a protein boost while avocado acts as a healthy source of fats in this hearty toast recipe that is sure to please. Looking for a gluten-free option? CE has got you covered!

Who says French toast has to be sweet? Here, savory mushrooms are cooked with butter, thyme and milk and spooned over caraway rye French toast for a satisfying breakfast-for-dinner.

This smoothie from the Calmful Living eBook packs a nutritional punch- brimming with antioxidants, healthy fats, magnesium and probiotics. It’s a great snack for between meals or a quick breakfast to go.

These mini blueberry muffins will give you a mid-morning pick-me-up without the sugar crash.

This classic breakfast dish is remade to be healthy but still satisfying.

Try this creation straight from the Backyard Bowls kitchen. Pink pitaya (aka dragon fruit) is rich in fiber and antioxidants.

The bright color of pink pitaya 
(aka dragon fruit) gives this bowl its distinctive hue. We love the ease of using a packet of the frozen purée, but if you can find the fresh fruit, you can always purée and freeze it yourself.

Sweet mango and coconut butter bring a taste of the tropics to your morning. Here, we use cold cauliflower to add fiber and antioxidant value -– but don’t worry, the mango is the flavor that shines in this gorgeous bowl.

If you’re hooked on sugar-filled breakfast tarts from a package, consider this an intervention. We’ve created the ultimate replacement using whole-grain flour, a lemon and poppy seed filling and a lightly sweet blueberry drizzle – simply freeze and reheat for breakfast, snacks or even dessert.

Start you morning off right with a clean and healthy breakfast of buckwheat and oats.

Give your morning porridge a boost with this oatmeal simmered in aromatic chai tea – opt for a black tea if you want a pick-me-up or a decaffeinated variety if you’d rather skip it. Dried cherries add a chewy texture, but you can also add fresh or frozen raspberries or nuts over top for added flavor and crunch.