55 Fast & Energizing Breakfast Recipes To Fuel Your Day (2024)

Way more delicious than that protein bar.

By Mackenzie Filson
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At night, we're often dreaming of, well, breakfast. A good breakfast makes us practically jump out of bed in anticipation. And if it happens to be healthy as well? And quick?! We're there. So why not start your morning off on the right foot with one of these 55 healthy breakfast recipes, like vegan pancakes, keto breakfast casserole, gluten-free crustless quiche, and more. Whether you're on a special diet or just simply trying to add more protein or variety to your routine, we've rounded up all the best quick, healthy breakfast ideas we're sure you'll start to dream about, too.

Eggs are one of the easiest ways to eat healthy in the a.m., and we love them so much, we figured out a whopping 60 different ways to make eggs, so that basically means you've got 60 new reasons to never have a boring breakfast ever again. Try our green shakshuka, migas, and cowboy breakfast bowls, and you'll never go back to plain scrambled eggs (though we love those too, not gonna lie).

Looking to sneak more fruits or vegetables into your morning meal? It doesn't get any easier than making a big batch of vegetable hash. While potatoes are classic in our Instant Pot hash, we love switching things up with all of our favorite veg, like we did with our Brussels sprouts hash and sheet pan sweet potato hash. And if you, like us, go a bit overboard with your farmers' market trips, we've got tons of ways to sneak fruit in your morning routine, like our blueberry smoothies, strawberry muffins, and easy overnight oats. Eating healthy first thing has never tasted so good, TBH. 😋

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Easy Overnight Oats

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When busy mornings hit, nothing beats overnight oats. They’re an easy, no-cook version of the classic breakfast that only takes a few minutes to prepare. Prep them the night before, tuck them into your fridge to soak, and you’ll have a chilled, creamy, on-the-go breakfast waiting for you in the morning.

Get the Easy Overnight Oats recipe.

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Baked Eggs & Zoodle Bundles

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These zucchini bundles are easy to make and quite satisfying. Topped with a dollop of pesto-yogurt and an egg, this vegetarian dish will satisfy anyone in the a.m.

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Strawberries 'n' Cream Granola Bars

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These strawberries 'n' cream granola bars are so much better than the store-bought kind. Packed with rolled oats, coconut flakes, pepitas, and freeze-dried strawberries for a hit of tart flavor, these are perfect for breakfast or an on-the-go snack.

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Best-Ever Egg Muffins

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Whether you eat these as is or wrapped in a toasted English muffin, you'll be so glad you made a big batch of these egg muffins.

Get the Best-Ever Egg Muffins recipe.

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Blueberry Smoothie

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Craving a smoothie, but not a banana fan? This blueberry smoothie is just as creamy, but skips the tropical fruit in lieu of almond butter and oat milk.

Get the Blueberry Smoothie recipe.

6

Green Shakshuka

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Originating in North Africa and now strongly associated with Israeli cuisine, shakshuka typically involves a sauce of tomatoes and red peppers. Our take on this simmered skillet breakfast spins the color wheel, thanks to roasted tomatillos and Swiss chard, and takes flavor inspiration from Mexico.

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Cinnamon Roll Power Bites

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These "power balls" are exactly what they sound like: perfect little bites of energy that will satisfy that sweet craving. Medjool dates are paired with warm cinnamon, almond butter, cashews, oats, vanilla, and a dash of salt to make these breakfast-worthy bites. All ingredients come together in just 10 minutes to form sweet, soft, chewy balls that are reminiscent of cinnamon rolls.

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Air Fryer Cinnamon Crunch Granola

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What can't the air fryer do? For starters, it can turn out fluffy oat pancakes and make a crispy chicken sandwich with a fraction of the oil you'd normally use. Perhaps best of all, it makes crunchiest of crunchy granola.

Get the Air Fryer Cinnamon Crunch Granola recipe.

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Breakfast Tostadas

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The toppings on these tostadas are our ideal toppings, but you can change them up however you’d like. Cook an over-easy egg instead or top with some sour cream. The best part is that these can be different every time you make them and still be so very good.

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Cowboy Breakfast Bowls

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Loaded with crispy potatoes, scrambled eggs, creamy avocado and crispy bacon, this bowl is a crowd-pleaser. For a customizable meal, prepare all your ingredients and any extras—salsa or black beans would be a great addition—and set them out so everyone can create their bowl as they please!

Get the Cowboy Breakfast Bowls recipe.

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Strawberry Muffins

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Blueberry muffins may get the majority of the spotlight when it comes to classic muffins, but when we have fresh, seasonal strawberries, these muffins are difficult to beat. Packed with jammy summer fruit and bright lemon zest, these pillow, tender muffins are perfect whether you’re serving them for Mother's Day brunch (with mimosas, please!), a tea party, or just as a grab-and-go breakfast.

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Savory Oatmeal

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We know and love classic oatmeal, laced with brown sugar and cinnamon and other sweet toppings, but your next bowl should be this savory version. It’s creamier, bolder in flavor, and a runny egg makes everything better. It’s the breakfast version of risotto and that can never be a bad idea.

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Air Fryer Sweet Potato Hash

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If you're looking for the crispiest sweet potato hash without the requisite oil to get there in a stovetop pan, then look no further: the air fryer is here to save the day. (Or at least breakfast.) Alongside the cubes of tender sweet potato, you'll mix in red bell pepper to draw savory notes out from each bite, while a shower of dill and sliced scallions add fresh flavor.

Get the Air Fryer Sweet Potato Hash recipe.

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Yogurt Toast

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This TikTok number has taken breakfast tables by storm, and for good reason. It involves topping bread with a shortcut egg-yogurt “custard” to create a slightly sweet, fancy-ish dessert with barely any effort. The choices of toppings are ripe for your imagination. (FYI, Team Delish favors a bit of chocolate in the custard.)

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Loaded Cauliflower Breakfast Bake

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Swapping riced cauliflower in place of the traditional hash browns lightens up this savory, endlessly customizable bake.

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Air Fryer Banana Blueberry Muffins

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Packed with blueberries, bananas, and banana chips (HELLO!), consider these your new go-to blueberry muffin. Change them up depending on which berries you have in the freezer—cranberries are so fun for the holidays, while chopped apple is a crowdpleaser in the fall.

Get the Air Fryer Banana Blueberry Muffins recipe.

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Chocolate Keto Protein Shake

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Who needs protein powder anyway? Packed with almond milk, almond butter, chia seeds, and hemp seeds, this shake will energize you and keep you full all morning. If you're not really a chocolate person and prefer fruit smoothies, our coconut berry keto smoothie is for you.

Get the Chocolate Keto Protein Shake recipe.

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Brussels Sprouts Hash

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We already loved all the things we could do with Brussels sprouts, but then we fried them in bacon fat and then topped them with crispy bacon and over-easy eggs. We might never be the same?!

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Baked Feta Eggs

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Remember that baked feta pasta that took the world by storm? Well, now you can have it for breakfast! There's no pasta involved, but white beans add a hearty creaminess, and a side of crusty bread or pita is highly encouraged.

Get the Baked Feta Eggs recipe.

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Coconut Flour Pancakes

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These pancakes are super soft and tender, with just a hint of sweetness, thanks to our new baking secret weapon: coconut flour.

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FAQs

What breakfast gives you the most energy for the day? ›

The top 5 breakfast foods for a high-energy day
  • Berries. Fresh or frozen blueberries, strawberries, and other members of the berry clan are antioxidant-rich superfruits. ...
  • Oatmeal. Oatmeal is a quick and healthy breakfast choice. ...
  • Greek yogurt. ...
  • Eggs. ...
  • Almond butter.

What is a healthy breakfast to fuel your day? ›

Five healthy breakfast combinations include: An omelet with sauteed vegetables, such as red peppers, broccoli, or mushrooms. Greek yogurt with berries, nuts, and seeds. Steel-cut oatmeal with cut apple, cinnamon, and protein powder.

What is the best breakfast food for focus and energy? ›

Adding the following foods or a combination of these items to your breakfast can give you the energy boost you need to power through your day.
  1. Oatmeal. Your body processes food to release the energy it contains. ...
  2. Almond butter. Almonds are a good source of: ...
  3. Eggs. ...
  4. Greek yogurt. ...
  5. Papaya. ...
  6. Ground flaxseed. ...
  7. Berries. ...
  8. Chia seeds.
Nov 9, 2020

What foods give you energy all day? ›

What foods are good for chronic fatigue?
  • source of vitamin B12: clams, mussels, crabs, dairy products, eggs.
  • sources of folic acid: dark leafy greens, legumes, citrus fruits.
  • sources of vitamin C: strawberries, kiwi, bell peppers, oranges, broccoli, tomatoes.
  • sources of magnesium: nuts and seeds, legumes, whole grains.

What should I eat to not get tired in the morning? ›

  1. Bananas to Oatmeal. While it's common to depend on a cup of coffee to start the day, many people are now turning to healthier food alternatives to include in their breakfasts. ...
  2. Fatty Fish to Apples. Fatty fish. ...
  3. Quinoa to Whole Wheat Bread. Quinoa. ...
  4. Avocados and Chia Seeds. Avocados.
Feb 6, 2023

What is the most energetic food? ›

10 best energy-boosting foods
  1. Bananas. Bananas are one of the most popular fruits in the United States. ( ...
  2. Dark chocolate. Yes, chocolate! ...
  3. Fatty fish. Fatty fish like anchovies, herring, mackerel, salmon, and sardines are a great source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids. ...
  4. Green tea. ...
  5. Leafy greens. ...
  6. Nuts. ...
  7. Pumpkin seeds. ...
  8. Oats.

What is the best breakfast for energy and weight loss? ›

The best things to eat for breakfast include oatmeal, eggs, lean bacon or turkey, whole-grain toast, peanut butter, smoothies, and yogurt with muesli. If you decide to try high protein breakfasts, play around with food combinations on your calorie tracker.

What happens if I eat eggs for breakfast every day? ›

The researchers noted that eggs may even have a protective effect. People who ate up to one egg per day had an 11% lower risk of heart disease—and an 18% lower risk of dying from it—than those who did not.

What foods give you energy and focus? ›

What are the best energy-boosting foods?
  • Berries. In addition to being tasty, berries –– like blueberries, strawberries, and Goji berries –– are rich in antioxidants. ...
  • Bananas. ...
  • Leafy green vegetables. ...
  • Whole grains. ...
  • Beans and legumes. ...
  • Fatty fish. ...
  • Nuts and seeds.
Jun 5, 2023

What is the best breakfast to avoid brain fog? ›

They're rich in key nutrients and functional compounds that promote better energy, clarity, and mental health.
  1. Chia pudding. One of my go-to breakfasts is homemade chia seed pudding. ...
  2. Scramble, omelet, or baked frittata. ...
  3. Tofu scramble. ...
  4. Green smoothie. ...
  5. Turmeric latte.
Apr 10, 2024

What foods wake you up in the morning? ›

Luckily we've got the best energy-boosting foods to start your day.
  • Oatmeal. It turns out a classic bowl of oats is still one of the best things you can eat early in the morning. ...
  • Water. Yep, plain old water first thing can help you wake up faster. ...
  • Apple Cider Vinegar. ...
  • Chia Seeds. ...
  • Leafy Greens. ...
  • Peppermint.
Nov 30, 2022

What do you eat first thing in the morning? ›

Some of the best options include traditional oatmeal, overnight oats or energy bites for fiber, protein and fruit. If you prefer eggs, try a simple scramble with veggies or a portable breakfast burrito.

What is the best breakfast a person can eat? ›

The healthiest breakfast foods include a protein, healthy fat and source of carbohydrates, according to Smolen. For a healthy breakfast, consider eating foods like oatmeal with nut butter, avocado toast with an egg, chia seed pudding or a greek yogurt parfait with nuts and berries.

What is the most energizing meal? ›

Energy-boosting dinner recipes
  • Chicken & lemon skewers. ...
  • Moroccan chicken with fennel & olives. ...
  • Moroccan chicken stew. ...
  • Minty griddled chicken & peach salad. ...
  • Curried chicken & baked dhal. ...
  • All-in–one chicken with wilted spinach. ...
  • Spiced lentil & butternut squash soup. ...
  • Quinoa chilli with avocado & coriander.

How can I increase my day to day energy? ›

Surprising ways to get more energy, including stress relief and healthy eating.
  1. Control stress. Stress-induced emotions consume huge amounts of energy. ...
  2. Lighten your load. One of the main reasons for fatigue is overwork. ...
  3. Exercise. Exercise almost guarantees that you'll sleep more soundly. ...
  4. Avoid smoking.
Apr 4, 2024

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