I am such a breakfast person. I will literally never understand people who can skip it. I’m pretty sure that’s half the reason I get out of bed in the morning. But rumor has it, some people aren’t a big fan of it. I guess it can take a little extra time to prepare something. I think it’s worth it… but for those of you that don’t, here are 5 quick and easy breakfast ideas. They’re too simple not to make! Just click on the photos for the recipes!
#1) 3 Ingredient Breakfast Cookies
Yes. 3 ingredients. And they’re tasty! Plus, you can add in a little something extra if you like (think walnuts, coconut, etc.) which makes them like personalized cookies.
#2) Super Simple Granola Bars
Make these gooey & delicious granola bars ahead of time, and then just grab one on your way out the door! I like to slice them up and wrap them individually with plastic wrap so I can take them with me as a snack!
#3) A Protein Shake
This one is an obvious one- a smoothie! Even if you’re not ready to try adding a little green in there, you’ll still have a protein filled breakfast that will keep you fueled until lunch!
#4) Fresh Baked Banana Bread
Make it the night before, and you’ll be well stocked for the week! Plus, it makes your kitchen smell amazing. Try adding in some walnuts for an extra healthy-fat boost!
#5) Coconut Almond Granola
All you need is a few handfuls and you’ll be powered up until lunch!
Have I convinced you to be a breakfast person yet? As an absolutely last resort, you can always grab an apple, a banana, a handful of almonds, or a bag of trail mix on the way out. Ease yourself into breakfast!
What are your favorite on-the-go breakfasts?
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Joshua isn’t a big breakfast fan, and after 11 years together I still have yet to figure out whats wrong w/ him LOL
you had me at cookies! lol!
I agree with Lindsay – cookies for breakfast sounds like a great idea!! I am also on a huge granola kick of late, I just can’t get enough of it!
MMMMMM banana bread is SO GOOD.
Protein shakes are def. the quickest and easiest option! I also like making grab and go type muffins/bars over the weekend to make M-F a little less hectic! My current favorite is Angela’s (Oh She Glows) banana muffin tops – SO GOOD!
Yum!! The tops are the best part 😉
My favorite is a 90-second breakfast sandwich I found on the Lean Green Bean. Toast a bun/English muffin/bagel thin, etc. Crack one egg into a ramekin and scramble. Put in the microwave for about 40 seconds. Top the toasted bread with a slice of cheese and the egg and sandwich together. On the go sandwich that’s better for you than fast food! Sometimes I like to add spinach, too. 😉
Oh wow, my fiancé would love this!!
Though lunch is when I get most creative I could never go without breakfast, either. Minus the ED years – and they don’t count because I was just pretending I didn’t need to eat in the mornings – I’ve always been a breakfast person. Not so much a fan of having to eat it on-the-go, though, but your ideas might convince me. The granola sounds awesome.
Im with you girl….NO WAY Im skipping breakfast! Im usually starving by 7am anyway, so if I even tried to get out the door without food Im pretty sure my stomach would seize up on me!
Breakfast is also my favorite meal! I usually have time to cook something, but having fruit and granola bars on hand is always helpful if I’m running out the door.
i have been one of those people lately because of this whole30, I am kind of tired of eggs. granola is my go to breakfast/snack option though.
Those granola bars look awesome!! Awesome breakfasts!
I never understood people who skipped breakfast either! I wake up ravenous every single morning without fail! I always make time for breakfast but in the event I need to run out the door, oatmeal or peanut butter and jelly sandwich is quick and portable.
Well I am DEF pinning this page!
Great recipe ideas Liz! The problem is I can’t wake up in the morning, lol. I have daytime sleepiness disorder so waking up is a battle with myself. The bf and I have set up a plan where I’ll depend on him to wake me up early so I’ll be sure to have these recipes handy and possibly prep them in advance for ease. Hoping to develop a real breakfast/morning routine because I feel rundown already and it’s not even noon! Thanks for sharing Liz have a great one! -Iva
Oh my gosh, Liz… that coconut almond granola looks too good to be true. Maybe I will make this for my travel snack this weekend!! Love it. Oh, and I’m with you– breakfast is literally what gets me out of bed in the morning!
Thanks for the recipes yummmm! I used to not eat breakfast, but now I can’t live without it!
Cookies for breakfast…yes please! There are some lovely ideas here Liz. 🙂
I can never NOT eat breakfast because I’m always starving since I’m getting home from an early AM gym workout. For on the go breakfasts, I used to love a powder protein shake I’d mix with water and then some type of protein bar and fruit.
I’m with you on the breakfast front- I like to eat right when I wake up. The breakfast cookies look good! I also like plain oatmeal (well, plain oatmeal + pb or some sort of flavoring of course) for breakfast. Gotta get some energy in!
I love breakfast too! Don’t know how people can skip it!
These all look delicious! I make green smoothies most mornings because they’re easy and so good for you, but sometimes I want something a little more substantial (and so does my hubby!). I think I’ll try the cookies and the banana bread! They look delicious and they’ll be the perfect edition to our breakfast routine 🙂
Thanks for sharing!
Sometimes Alex makes banana bread and I LOVE a slice in the morning 🙂
I’m with you on the breakfast thing! I never understand people who don’t eat it. I LOVE it! All of these are great breakfast options. Some of my favorites are smoothies, overnight oats, and muffins/breads!
It’s probably my favorite part of the morning! 😉
I don’t trust people who don’t eat breakfast. But really, I have to have breakfast first thing when I get up. I really think it is what wakes my body up in the mornings.
I’m the kind of person that without breakfast becomes a monster in the morning! Is my absolutely favorite meal of the day, my one and only love! Not kidding, I literally am angry if I don’t have breakfast!! I sdon’t understand why people will starve until lunch? How is that even possible? Carbs + Protein + Healthy Fats in the morning rock!!
Haha, you and me both!! Don’t make me skip breakfast!
I can’t not eat breakfast! Even on mornings when I have a breakfast meeting at 8/8:30, I have to eat a piece of fruit or have yogurt earlier in the AM!
On the go–fruit and yogurt, granola or protein bar, or dry Shredded Wheat squares in a bag with raisins and nuts.
I don’t want to miss my protein powered smoothie with veggies and fruit every morning 🙂
Thanks for sharing your smoothie recipe, Liz!