Delicious Breakfast Ideas from the Pros at Good Housekeeping
We’ve been independently researching and testing products for over 120 years. Our team of experts has put together a list of the best breakfast ideas to help you achieve that epic – and easy – first bite. From quick, on-the-go breakfasts to blissful weekend brunches, we’ve got you covered.
Breakfast Ideas for the Whole Family
Looking for some kid-friendly options to feed the whole family? Here are a few ideas:
* Grab-and-go breakfast sandwiches are perfect for busy mornings.
* Crowd-friendly egg tacos are easy to make and always a hit.
* Make-ahead breakfast muffins paired with a big mug of coffee for the adults, of course.
Classic Breakfast Ideas
No breakfast is complete without a few classic ideas:
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* Oatmeal is a great way to start the day, especially with some add-ins like fruit or nuts.
* Pancakes are always a crowd-pleaser, and we’ve got some unique twists to try.
Healthy Breakfast Ideas
If you’re looking for a lighter breakfast option, try one of these ideas:
* Homemade granola with yogurt and berries is a delicious and healthy start to the day.
* Power-packed breakfasts like egg bites or smoothie bowls will keep you energized all morning.
Our Top 20 Breakfast Recipes
Here are our top 20 breakfast recipes, each with a unique twist to start your day off right:
- Tomato and Feta Baked Eggs: Cook breakfast for the whole family at once with this cheesy bake. Serve with lots of crusty bread for scooping up every last bite.
- Very Berry Quinoa Muffins: With more almond flour than white flour and lots of fresh raspberries, these are the delicious, healthy muffins your morning needs.
- Chocolate-Zucchini Bran Muffins: Get a dose of veggies first thing in the a.m. with these deliciously chocolatey, make-ahead muffins.
- Scrambled Eggs with Smoked Trout and Crème Fraîche: Instantly class-up scrambled eggs with a few pieces of tinned smoked trout stirred in.
- Double Apple Baked Oatmeal: Freeze leftover portions for a hearty, ready-made breakfast that will fuel you for the day ahead.
- Customizable Egg Muffins: Stash these protein-packed cups in the freezer until you’re ready to eat. Then pop them in the microwave for 2 minutes, grab them, and go.
- Sweet Potato Breakfast Burritos: Fill your freezer with these vegetarian burritos so a healthy, satisfying breakfast is never far away.
- B.E.C. Breakfast Bites: Upgrade this A.M. classic by folding your favorite egg sandwich fillings into a homemade tortilla.
- Almond-Buckwheat Granola with Yogurt and Berries: Meal prep a batch of 30-minute granola to top off yogurt and fruit all week.
- Sweet Potatoes with Yogurt, Almond Butter, and Pepita Granola: Try roasted sweet potato for breakfast – it’s tasty topped with a.m. favorites like yogurt and granola.
- Blueberry-Banana-Nut Smoothie: With frozen berries and almond butter, this is like P.B.J. in smoothie form.
- Sheet Pan Asparagus Frittata: This crowd-friendly feast is as easy as whisking eggs, pouring them onto a sheet pan, and topping with veggies and cheese.
- Breakfast Tacos: If you’re hosting breakfast, don’t want to be standing at your stove flipping fried eggs. These tacos are the best solution – everything comes together in the oven.
- Make-Ahead Egg Sandwiches: You don’t need to spend half an hour cooking in the morning to eat perfect egg sandwiches for breakfast.
- Parmesan Waffles with Lemon Ricotta: Give waffles a savory makeover with a dollop of creamy ricotta cheese and grated Parmesan stirred into the batter.
- Oatmeal with Apricots and Pistachios: Here’s how to make a quick, tahini-honey drizzle for your next bowl of oats.
- Loaded Pancake Tacos: Add more milk to classic pancake batter to make taco shells perfect for stuffing with crispy bacon, fried eggs, and sharp Cheddar.
- Waffle Nachos: Use waffles instead of chips as the base for this fun breakfast.
- Fluffy Pancakes: With our Homemade Mix, you’re already halfway to a stack of warm, fluffy pancakes.
- Focaccia French Toast: Don’t forget the yogurt, berries, and a generous drizzle of warm syrup to top off this creative twist on the diner classic.
These breakfast recipes are sure to start your day off right, whether you’re looking for a healthy, on-the-go option or a leisurely weekend brunch.
What are some kid-friendly breakfast options?
Grab-and-go breakfast sandwiches, crowd-friendly egg tacos, and make-ahead breakfast muffins.
What are some classic breakfast ideas?
Egg recipes, oatmeal, and pancakes.
What are some healthy breakfast ideas?
Homemade granola with yogurt and berries, and power-packed breakfasts like egg bites or smoothie bowls.
What is the first recipe listed in your top 20 breakfast recipes?
Tomato and Feta Baked Eggs.
Can you mention a healthy muffin option from the list?
Very Berry Quinoa Muffins.
What type of breakfast sandwich variation is suggested in the list?
B.E.C. Breakfast Bites.
What is a unique and nutritious option for breakfast?
Sweet Potato Breakfast Burritos.
Which recipe is perfect for a quick breakfast fix?
Blueberry-Banana-Nut Smoothie.
What recipe offers a flavorful way to start your day?
Parmesan Waffles with Lemon Ricotta.
Which recipe is great for meal prepping?
Almond-Buckwheat Granola with Yogurt and Berries.