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Hey folks! Are you ever left scrambling for breakfast ideas that aren’t plain ol’ scrambled eggs? (See what I did there….) Maybe you’re in an oatmeal rut. Maybe you just don’t have time to grab breakfast before you run out the door. Maybe you’re so sleep deprived that any recipe attempts soon after waking turn into mini disasters because you accidentally used salt instead of collagen in your coffee. Never fear, inspiration is here! Today’s post is a roundup of recipes that I chose because they have few ingredients, few steps, and/or can be made ahead.
For my own personal breakfast, I either make chocolate oatmeal or I eat something that I made ahead (baked oatmeal or muffins, for the win). Or I have 2 slices of sprouted bread toast with some low-fat cottage cheese and fruit or berries. I’m typically not an eggs-for-breakfast person…I’m not sure why. I actually prefer my eggs and bacon as dinner than breakfast for some odd reason! Starting the day out with a THM:E breakfast just gives me more energy and makes me feel “lighter”. Maybe I just love oatmeal and bananas. Yes, that’s probably it. (You’ll be able to find my go-to oatmeal recipe later on in this post.)
Comment below and tell me about your go-to breakfast! I’d love to hear it! Do you prefer S or E in the mornings, or do you switch them up equally?
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- A quick summary of Trim Healthy Mama and its various books.
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- Helpful links to posts that answer all your questions.
- Roundups of easy, beginner-level recipes.
- Explanations of all the new-to-you ingredients and where to find them.
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Low Carb/THM S
Egg Tacos // Mrs. Criddle’s Kitchen
If you’re feeding a crew for breakfast – either your kids or company – these egg tacos would be an easy, customizable option!
Mini Ham & Broccoli Quiches // Northern Nester
These quiches look like a great make-ahead breakfast to keep in the fridge for mornings when you’re on the go and don’t have time to make anything.
Mom’s Breakfast Casserole // A Home With Purpose
Jen says that this breakfast casserole reheats well and can even be made in muffin tins for personal portions.
5 New Ways to Eat Your Eggs
If scrambled eggs are getting boring, here are 5 new ways to eat your eggs in 5 extra ingredients are less! In this post you’ll find options for Philly Cheesesteak, Pizza, Tex-Mex, Buffalo, and Cinnamon Roll (my personal favorite – pictured).
(Can also be found in Necessary Food, pg. 25)
Hot Pumpkin Custard
Custard isn’t typically the first thing that jumps to mind when thinking of easy breakfast options, but this one uses my lazy technique that lets you whip up a big bowl of warming custard without tempering eggs.
Best Low Carb Pancakes // Northern Nester
This quickie pancake recipe is made in the blender and requires very little fuss!
5 Ingredient Waffles & Pancakes
It doesn’t get easier than 5 ingredients, folks, and this is hands-down my favorite waffle recipe!
(Can also be found in Necessary Food, pg. 13)
Strawberry Shortcake Waffle
This recipe is actually a THM Fuel Pull, which is both low carb and low fat. Find THM FP and S topping suggestions in the post!
French Toast in a Bowl
This is one of the most popular recipes on my website, and with good reason! If you’re craving all the flavors of French toast but don’t want to put in any effort, whip this baby up in 3 minutes. Cravings fixed.
(Can also be found in Necessary Food, pg. 20)
5 Ingredient White Cake
What is it with the 5 ingredient recipes?? You’d think I was lazy or something.
(Can also be found in Necessary Food, pg. 261)
Cinnamon Roll Single Muffin
Got cinnamon roll hankerings? Whip up this single-serve mug muffin!
(Can also be found in Necessary Food, pg. 169)
Single-Serve Brownie
Chocolate for breakfast is always a good idea! (Unless you have a chocolate allergy, which does exist. My sincere condolences.)
(Can also be found in Necessary Food, pg. 321)
Fried Cream Cheese & Berry Taco
If you crave breakfast pastries – think toaster strudels – this fried taco will give you the crispy crunch and the oozy cream cheese of your heart’s desires. In very few ingredients and very little time.
(Can also be found in Necessary Food, pg. 385)
Low Fat/THM E
Fruit Kebabs with Yogurt Dip // Northern Nester
What a great idea is this? The yogurt dip has your protein! (And the kebabs can be made ahead.)
Cottage Banana Whip // A Home With Purpose
Trim Healthy Mamas can’t have bananas? Think again!
French Toast Casserole
I love this recipe because I can make it the night before and bake it fresh on the morning for a special occasion. And if I’m the only one eating it, I have four breakfasts ready to go!
Apple Flapjack Pancakes // Northern Nester
A very uncomplicated yet delicious pancake recipe!
Pumpkin Chip Muffins
Muffins are a great make-ahead on-the-go breakfast!
Apple Muffins
These apple muffins are a classic in our house – and they’re very easy on the budget!
(Can also be found in Necessary Food, pg. 176)
Cranberry Orange Baked Oatmeal Muffins
It’s baked oatmeal in grab-and-go form.
Blueberry Baked Oatmeal
Baked oatmeal is one of my favorite make-ahead breakfasts. I make a batch, keep it in the fridge, and automatically have breakfasts for half the week taken care of!
(Can also be found in Necessary Food, pg. 31)
Pumpkin Chip Baked Oatmeal
This pumpkin spice + chocolate baked oatmeal hits the spot when you want something a little different – but still easy!
Creamy Maple & “Brown Sugar” Oatmeal
Is your oatmeal not holding you over for 3 hours? Try this recipe for an extra protein boost (and it’s not from protein powder either)!
(Can also be found in Necessary Food, pg. 29)
Easy Chocolate Oatmeal
To be very honest, I could’ve made this the only recipe in this post and it would’ve been very accurate for me in real life. 😛 This is my go-to breakfast more often than not. The only reason I venture into other breakfast options is because I’m a food blogger.
My Fave Overnight Oatmeal
If you’re the overnight oatmeal sort, try this chocolate pudding variety!
(Can also be found in Necessary Food, pg. 30)
Scrumptious Overnight Oatmeal 5 Ways
This post gives you 5 flavors to choose from: Chocolate, Blueberries & Cream, Banana Bread Batter (pictured), Apple Pie, and Café Mocha.
(Can also be found in Necessary Food, pg. 32-33)
Overnight Oatmeal Survival Packets
On-plan breakfasts while vacationing don’t have to be hard. In fact, they can be as easy as this chocolate overnight oatmeal made from pre-assembled packets!
Mock “Cinnamon Life” Muesli
Mix this up the night before for a quickie cold cereal fix in the morning!
(Can also be found in Necessary Food, pg. 36)
What is this “Necessary Food”?
“So what is Necessary Food?” you may be asking. That would be my cookbook! It’s spiral bound, contains around 400 recipes (some from here on the blog, some exclusive to the cookbook), and sports lots of pictures! You can CLICK HERE to get more info, take a peek inside, and order!
I have a calendar too!
You might also want to check out my newest project – Necessary Time 2018. This calendar with twelve NEW recipes (and a collectible recipe card for each!) was just released after 3 weeks of preorder and will be available as supplies last. These calendars would make the perfect Christmas gift, and we’re offering special deals on orders of multiples, so take advantage of that! CLICK HEREÂ to get your order in!
You may also enjoy:
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my recipe index
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recipe index by fuel type/allergy/theme
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my index of THM tips
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my sample menus
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all my breakfast recipes
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all my waffle recipes
Blessed Mar says
I can’t believe I can have hot pumpkin custard for breakfast! I love it! Thank you for this recipe.