Breakfast just got easier, thanks to these healthy recipes. From fruity chia pudding to savory quiches and overnight oats, you can prep these dishes the night before in just three steps or less. In the morning, all you need to do is add the finishing touches and you’ll have a delicious and balanced breakfast ready to go. Recipes like our Lemon Poppyseed Overnight Oats and our Blueberry-Banana Peanut Butter Parfait will become some of your favorite flavorful ways to start the day.
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Chocolate–Banana Bread Baked Oats
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Ward, Prop Stylist: Pheobe Hausser, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf.
These baked oats offer all the cozy flavors of banana bread in a warm, spoonable breakfast. Mashed ripe banana adds natural sweetness, while cocoa powder and chocolate chips bring on the rich, chocolaty flavors.
Lemon Poppyseed Overnight Oats
Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser
Creamy oats are infused with fresh lemon zest and juice, then stirred together with poppy seeds for a make-ahead breakfast that tastes like a lemon-poppyseed muffin in a jar. A touch of maple syrup adds sweetness to balance the tart lemon.
Blueberry-Banana Peanut Butter Parfait
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood.
This blueberry-banana peanut butter parfait is a delicious layered breakfast that combines fruit, yogurt and nutty goodness. Sliced bananas and juicy blueberries are stacked between creamy yogurt and swirls of peanut butter for a sweet and satisfying meal.
High-Protein Apple & Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood.
These apple-peanut butter overnight oats make a satisfying breakfast that you can prep ahead of time and enjoy throughout the week. Creamy peanut butter and strained (Greek-style) yogurt add plenty of protein, while chopped apples bring natural sweetness and crunch.
Cacio e Pepe Quiche
Photographer: Stacy Allen, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
This cheesy quiche is a protein-packed twist on the classic Italian pasta dish. Tender cauliflower, combined with a creamy custard and nutty cheese, has the same bold black pepper and salty Pecorino flavor as the original dish.
Upside-Down Pineapple Cake Baked Oats
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood.
These upside-down pineapple cake baked oats are a fun morning twist on the classic dessert. Each serving features a caramelized pineapple ring with a maraschino cherry nestled in the center, just like the cake. The base is made with hearty oats, sweetened lightly with applesauce and baked until set. It’s a cozy breakfast with serious dessert vibes!
High-Protein Peanut Butter & Chocolate Chia Pudding
Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Renu Dhar, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong.
Chia seeds create a thick, creamy texture while delivering fiber and healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Peanut butter adds flavor and plant-based protein and is balanced by the deep cocoa notes.
Peaches & Cream Overnight Oats
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen.
These peaches-and-cream overnight oats are a delicious, make-ahead breakfast that combines sweet ripe peaches with creamy oats. The oats soften overnight in the fridge, resulting in a thick, pudding-like texture without any cooking.
No-Bake Breakfast Cookies
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Pricilla Montiel, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer
Packed with oats, almond butter, chia seeds and dried blueberries, these cookies offer a hefty dose of fiber to keep you feeling full, as well as healthy fats and plant-based protein for lasting energy.
High-Protein Mango & Tahini Overnight Oats
Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
Rolled oats soak overnight in a mixture of protein-rich Greek yogurt, coconut milk and tahini, creating a thick and satisfying texture. Layers of juicy mango chunks add natural sweetness and a burst of vitamin C in easy-to-grab jars, perfect for busy mornings.
Anti-Inflammatory Strawberry Chia Pudding
Heami Lee, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christine Keeley
This strawberry chia pudding is a convenient grab-and-go breakfast with plenty of anti-inflammatory benefits. Strawberries are loaded with antioxidants, while chia seeds offer omega-3 fatty acids, fiber and protein—all key nutrients that can help lower inflammation.
Easy Sheet-Pan Eggs with Mushrooms & Spinach
Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Lauren McAnelly
Make these easy sheet-pan eggs the next time you’re serving a crowd for breakfast or brunch. Mushrooms add texture and flavor, while spinach adds a pop of color. You can also make these eggs for a meal-prep-friendly breakfast.
Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Overnight Oats
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Pricilla Montiel, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer
Naturally sweetened with dates, this breakfast delivers sweet and creamy flavors that make it feel like dessert. Peanut butter adds plant-based protein and healthy fats, while oats and dates offer fiber to keep you satisfied.
Morning Glory Baked Oatmeal
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
This baked oatmeal combines oats, shredded carrots, apples, nuts and spices, all baked into a warm, comforting dish. Packed with fiber from the oats, fruits and vegetables, it makes a filling start to your day, keeping you satisfied until your next meal.
High-Protein Raspberry & Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley
PB&J vibes are strong with these rich, creamy overnight oats. Packed with fiber-rich oats, peanut butter and a burst of fruity flavor from fresh raspberries, this breakfast keeps you fueled for hours.
Muffin-Tin Spinach & Mushroom Mini Quiches
Switch up your morning routine with these easy vegetarian mini quiches. Earthy mushrooms and spinach pair nicely with rich and creamy Gruyère cheese. Serve them on a platter with a fresh fruit salad for a simple weekend brunch.
Mango, Passion Fruit & Coconut Chia Pudding
Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell
This mango–passion fruit chia pudding is a fiber-rich, tropical delight! Chia seeds pack omega-3 fatty acids plus a punch of fiber, promoting a healthy gut, while passion fruit and mango add a naturally sweet, tangy flavor. Coconut milk builds on the tropical vibes, making it a refreshing and satisfying choice for breakfast.
Sticky-Bun Baked Oats
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel
If you like the idea of a little something sweet for your weekend breakfast, this sticky-bun baked oats recipe could be the breakfast-dessert mashup you’ve been waiting for. While this breakfast with its warm spices and nutty pecan base is a tad sweeter than what we usually offer, a typical sticky bun can have upward of 17 grams of added sugar per serving. This version not only has less sugar, but you’ll also reap the benefits of 3 grams of fiber from oat flour.
Crustless Spinach & Goat Cheese Quiche
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel
Let this weekend-worthy quiche elevate your next brunch spread. You’ll love how easy it is to pull together without the fuss of baking and filling a crust. We love the convenience of prewashed baby spinach, but any dark leafy green, from kale to Swiss chard, can work well in its place.
High-Protein Strawberry & Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Sue Mitchell
These overnight oats get a protein boost thanks to Greek-style yogurt, peanut butter and soy milk, which leads to 17 grams of protein per serving. We mix it up with chopped strawberries, but any berry or chopped fruit will pair nicely with this easy grab-and-go breakfast.
Vegan Chickpea Frittata
Photography / Jennifer Causey, Styling / Ali Ramee / Audrey Davis
This vegan chickpea frittata is a delicious breakfast or dinner that is loaded with veggies. Made with chickpea flour, nutritional yeast and plenty of spices, this dish doesn’t skimp on flavor.
Ham & Spinach Quiche
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hauser
This ham and spinach quiche is ideal for any meal, from brunch to dinner and all the moments in between. This quiche skips the crust, making it incredibly easy to pull together even on short notice. Swap out the Cheddar cheese for Gruyère or use Swiss chard in place of the spinach for a slightly different spin.
Pumpkin-Spice Latte Overnight Oats
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel
Enjoy the cozy flavors of fall with this recipe for pumpkin-spice latte overnight oats! It’s a convenient make-ahead breakfast inspired by the beloved fall drink, complete with real pumpkin and a creamy yogurt topping. Blending all the ingredients gives the oats a smooth texture and helps meld the flavors that you’ll reach for again and again.
High-Protein Peanut Butter Baked Oats
Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless
This brownie-baked oatmeal is a protein powerhouse, made with a blend of peanut butter, strained yogurt and chocolate pudding mix for a sweeter, richer chocolate flavor without the bitterness of traditional cocoa powder.
