Tired of the same breakfast every morning? Here are ten quick recipes, savory and sweet, each with simple step-by-step instructions you can follow before your coffee is done.
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1. Scrambled eggs
- Crack 2-3 eggs into a bowl and beat them with a fork.
- Heat a little butter or oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the eggs and stir constantly with a spatula until fully scrambled.
- Season with salt and pepper.
2. Overnight oats
- Mix 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy), 1/2 cup yogurt, and 1 tablespoon honey in a jar or bowl.
- Add mix-ins like chopped nuts, dried fruit, or fresh fruit.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- In the morning, stir and eat cold, or microwave for 1-2 minutes.
3. Avocado toast
- Toast 2 slices of bread.
- Mash 1/2 an avocado with a squeeze of lemon juice and a pinch of salt.
- Spread it on the toast and top with diced tomatoes, sliced hard-boiled egg, or sprouts.
4. Banana smoothie
- Blend 1 banana, 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy), 1/2 cup yogurt, 1 tablespoon honey, and a handful of ice until smooth.
- Add peanut butter, protein powder, or frozen berries if you like.
- Pour into a glass.
5. Pancakes
- Mix 1 cup flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a bowl.
- In another bowl, beat 1 egg, 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy), and 2 tablespoons melted butter.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry and stir until just combined.
- Heat a little butter or oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Spoon in 2-3 tablespoons of batter per pancake.
- Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden.
- Repeat with the remaining batter.
6. Egg muffins
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and spray a muffin tin with cooking spray.
- Beat 6 eggs with 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy).
- Stir in diced ham, chopped vegetables, or shredded cheese.
- Fill each cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, until set.
7. Breakfast burrito
- Scramble 1-2 eggs in a little oil over medium heat.
- Warm a tortilla in the microwave or in a dry pan.
- Place the eggs in the center and add toppings like diced tomatoes, beans, cheese, and avocado.
- Roll the tortilla up tightly.
8. Breakfast sandwich
- Fry 1-2 eggs in a little butter or oil until the whites are set and the yolks are done to your liking.
- Toast 2 slices of bread while the eggs cook.
- Stack the eggs on one slice and add cheese, bacon, tomato, or avocado.
- Top with the second slice.
9. Omelette
- Beat 2-3 eggs in a bowl.
- Heat a little butter or oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the eggs and gently push the edges toward the center so the uncooked egg flows underneath.
- When mostly set, add fillings like diced vegetables, cheese, or cooked meat.
- Fold in half, slide onto a plate, and serve.
10. French toast
- Beat 2 eggs, 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy), 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
- Dip 2-3 slices of bread in the mixture, coating both sides.
- Heat a little butter or oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Cook the bread until golden on both sides.
- Serve with butter, syrup, fresh fruit, or powdered sugar.
Pick one you haven’t made before and try it tomorrow morning.
