ClosePhoto: Carolyn Hodges, M.S., RDNWhen you’re looking for a budget-friendly meal, you can rely on these morning recipes to help you start your day with something delicious and low-cost. Each serving of these breakfasts, from sweet baked oatmeal to savory avocado toast, comes in at under $2, so you can work them into your week confidently.As food costs rise, recipes like our Cinnamon Quinoa Breakfast Bowl and 3-Ingredient Baked Feta & Cherry Tomato Egg Muffins are affordable ways to enjoy the most important meal of the day.01of 15Cinnamon-Quinoa Breakfast BowlView RecipePhotography / Antonis Achilleos, Styling / Christine Keely, Ali RameeThis hearty quinoa breakfast bowl is topped with sliced almonds, bananas and almond butter, but you can easily mix and match toppings. For a drizzled look, warm the almond butter slightly in the microwave before topping each bowl.02of 153-Ingredient Baked Feta & Cherry Tomato Egg MuffinsView RecipeCarolyn Hodges, M.S., RDNThe baked feta and cherry tomato pasta became famous on TikTok and Instagram for good reason—the combination is delicious! Here we transformed this trend into a super-simple 3-ingredient breakfast option you can enjoy all week long. All you need to do is fill muffin cups with halved cherry tomatoes and cubed feta, then fill with beaten eggs and optional fresh basil and bake until set. It’s an easy, oh-so-tasty way to start your morning03of 15Peanut Butter-Banana English MuffinView RecipePeanut butter and banana are the original power couple. Top a simple toasted English muffin with the duo, then sprinkle everything with a hit of ground cinnamon for a healthy breakfast of champions.04of 15Banana OatmealView RecipeCaitlin BenselThis banana oatmeal will fuel you up for the day. Mashed bananas add sweetness, and the warm spices and maple syrup complete this quick and comforting breakfast.05of 15Peanut Butter-Chocolate Chip Overnight Oats with BananaView RecipeIt takes just a few minutes to prepare these overnight oats and you will be all set with 4 packable healthy breakfasts to enjoy throughout the week. Use whatever milk you have on hand for this easy meal-prep breakfast recipe.06of 15Instant Egg & Cheese “Bake"View RecipeJohnny AutryLearn how to cook eggs in the microwave for a quick, delicious breakfast. Spinach and Cheddar cheese make these eggs even more filling.07of 153-Ingredient Overnight Berry MuesliView RecipeCarolyn HodgesUsing prepared muesli is an easy way to add different grains, nuts and dried fruit to your overnight oats, without needing to buy them separately. Opt for frozen mixed berries instead of fresh as frozen berries will release juices as they thaw in the fridge.08of 15Baked Oatmeal with PearsView RecipeThis comforting baked oatmeal is perfect for cozy weekend mornings and doubles as a make-ahead breakfast that you can meal-prep for healthy grab-and-go meals all week.09of 15Everything Bagel Avocado ToastView RecipeGet all the flavor of an everything bagel married with the creaminess of avocado toast in one healthy breakfast. Just toast, top, sprinkle and go for this quick morning meal when you need to get out the door fast. Want to take it up a notch? Top with a poached or fried egg.10of 15White Bean & Avocado ToastView RecipeMashed avocado and white beans make for a fiber-rich and creamy topping, the perfect partner for a crispy slice of toast. Try it for a quick breakfast or snack.11of 15Apple Cinnamon Chia PuddingView RecipeSwitch up your morning oatmeal routine with this so-easy chia pudding recipe. It’s made just like overnight oats: combine chia and your milk of choice, let soak overnight, then top with the classic flavor combo of apples and cinnamon, with pecans for added crunch.12of 153-Ingredient Bell Pepper & Cheese Egg CupsView RecipeCarolyn Hodges, M.S., RDNRequiring just three main ingredients—bell peppers, eggs and shredded cheese—these portable baked eggs are simple to assemble and perfect for meal prep. Store them in the fridge for up to 4 days to reheat on demand.13of 153-Ingredient Egg & Mushroom Puff Pastry RollsView RecipeCarolyn HodgesHeat-and-go breakfasts get an upgrade with these 3-ingredient savory puff pastries filled with scrambled eggs and mushrooms. A sheet of store-bought puff pastry makes assembly a snap. These are rich and flavorful on their own, but feel free to top the scrambled eggs with shredded cheese before rolling up the dough.14of 15Cannellini Bean & Herbed Ricotta ToastView RecipeTed & Chelsea CavanaughHerbed ricotta toast gets topped with cannellini beans and roasted red peppers for a colorful, tasty open-face sandwich.15of 15Pumpkin Overnight OatsView RecipeMake these easy vegan overnight oats with whatever nondairy milk you have on hand. It’s a great way to use up leftover canned pumpkin–plus, you can multiply the recipe to meal-prep healthy breakfasts for the whole week.Was this page helpful?Thanks for your feedback!Tell us why!OtherSubmit
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When you’re looking for a budget-friendly meal, you can rely on these morning recipes to help you start your day with something delicious and low-cost. Each serving of these breakfasts, from sweet baked oatmeal to savory avocado toast, comes in at under $2, so you can work them into your week confidently.As food costs rise, recipes like our Cinnamon Quinoa Breakfast Bowl and 3-Ingredient Baked Feta & Cherry Tomato Egg Muffins are affordable ways to enjoy the most important meal of the day.01of 15Cinnamon-Quinoa Breakfast BowlView RecipePhotography / Antonis Achilleos, Styling / Christine Keely, Ali RameeThis hearty quinoa breakfast bowl is topped with sliced almonds, bananas and almond butter, but you can easily mix and match toppings. For a drizzled look, warm the almond butter slightly in the microwave before topping each bowl.02of 153-Ingredient Baked Feta & Cherry Tomato Egg MuffinsView RecipeCarolyn Hodges, M.S., RDNThe baked feta and cherry tomato pasta became famous on TikTok and Instagram for good reason—the combination is delicious! Here we transformed this trend into a super-simple 3-ingredient breakfast option you can enjoy all week long. All you need to do is fill muffin cups with halved cherry tomatoes and cubed feta, then fill with beaten eggs and optional fresh basil and bake until set. It’s an easy, oh-so-tasty way to start your morning03of 15Peanut Butter-Banana English MuffinView RecipePeanut butter and banana are the original power couple. Top a simple toasted English muffin with the duo, then sprinkle everything with a hit of ground cinnamon for a healthy breakfast of champions.04of 15Banana OatmealView RecipeCaitlin BenselThis banana oatmeal will fuel you up for the day. Mashed bananas add sweetness, and the warm spices and maple syrup complete this quick and comforting breakfast.05of 15Peanut Butter-Chocolate Chip Overnight Oats with BananaView RecipeIt takes just a few minutes to prepare these overnight oats and you will be all set with 4 packable healthy breakfasts to enjoy throughout the week. Use whatever milk you have on hand for this easy meal-prep breakfast recipe.06of 15Instant Egg & Cheese “Bake"View RecipeJohnny AutryLearn how to cook eggs in the microwave for a quick, delicious breakfast. Spinach and Cheddar cheese make these eggs even more filling.07of 153-Ingredient Overnight Berry MuesliView RecipeCarolyn HodgesUsing prepared muesli is an easy way to add different grains, nuts and dried fruit to your overnight oats, without needing to buy them separately. Opt for frozen mixed berries instead of fresh as frozen berries will release juices as they thaw in the fridge.08of 15Baked Oatmeal with PearsView RecipeThis comforting baked oatmeal is perfect for cozy weekend mornings and doubles as a make-ahead breakfast that you can meal-prep for healthy grab-and-go meals all week.09of 15Everything Bagel Avocado ToastView RecipeGet all the flavor of an everything bagel married with the creaminess of avocado toast in one healthy breakfast. Just toast, top, sprinkle and go for this quick morning meal when you need to get out the door fast. Want to take it up a notch? Top with a poached or fried egg.10of 15White Bean & Avocado ToastView RecipeMashed avocado and white beans make for a fiber-rich and creamy topping, the perfect partner for a crispy slice of toast. Try it for a quick breakfast or snack.11of 15Apple Cinnamon Chia PuddingView RecipeSwitch up your morning oatmeal routine with this so-easy chia pudding recipe. It’s made just like overnight oats: combine chia and your milk of choice, let soak overnight, then top with the classic flavor combo of apples and cinnamon, with pecans for added crunch.12of 153-Ingredient Bell Pepper & Cheese Egg CupsView RecipeCarolyn Hodges, M.S., RDNRequiring just three main ingredients—bell peppers, eggs and shredded cheese—these portable baked eggs are simple to assemble and perfect for meal prep. Store them in the fridge for up to 4 days to reheat on demand.13of 153-Ingredient Egg & Mushroom Puff Pastry RollsView RecipeCarolyn HodgesHeat-and-go breakfasts get an upgrade with these 3-ingredient savory puff pastries filled with scrambled eggs and mushrooms. A sheet of store-bought puff pastry makes assembly a snap. These are rich and flavorful on their own, but feel free to top the scrambled eggs with shredded cheese before rolling up the dough.14of 15Cannellini Bean & Herbed Ricotta ToastView RecipeTed & Chelsea CavanaughHerbed ricotta toast gets topped with cannellini beans and roasted red peppers for a colorful, tasty open-face sandwich.15of 15Pumpkin Overnight OatsView RecipeMake these easy vegan overnight oats with whatever nondairy milk you have on hand. It’s a great way to use up leftover canned pumpkin–plus, you can multiply the recipe to meal-prep healthy breakfasts for the whole week.Was this page helpful?Thanks for your feedback!Tell us why!OtherSubmit
When you’re looking for a budget-friendly meal, you can rely on these morning recipes to help you start your day with something delicious and low-cost. Each serving of these breakfasts, from sweet baked oatmeal to savory avocado toast, comes in at under $2, so you can work them into your week confidently.As food costs rise, recipes like our Cinnamon Quinoa Breakfast Bowl and 3-Ingredient Baked Feta & Cherry Tomato Egg Muffins are affordable ways to enjoy the most important meal of the day.
01of 15Cinnamon-Quinoa Breakfast BowlView RecipePhotography / Antonis Achilleos, Styling / Christine Keely, Ali RameeThis hearty quinoa breakfast bowl is topped with sliced almonds, bananas and almond butter, but you can easily mix and match toppings. For a drizzled look, warm the almond butter slightly in the microwave before topping each bowl.02of 153-Ingredient Baked Feta & Cherry Tomato Egg MuffinsView RecipeCarolyn Hodges, M.S., RDNThe baked feta and cherry tomato pasta became famous on TikTok and Instagram for good reason—the combination is delicious! Here we transformed this trend into a super-simple 3-ingredient breakfast option you can enjoy all week long. All you need to do is fill muffin cups with halved cherry tomatoes and cubed feta, then fill with beaten eggs and optional fresh basil and bake until set. It’s an easy, oh-so-tasty way to start your morning03of 15Peanut Butter-Banana English MuffinView RecipePeanut butter and banana are the original power couple. Top a simple toasted English muffin with the duo, then sprinkle everything with a hit of ground cinnamon for a healthy breakfast of champions.04of 15Banana OatmealView RecipeCaitlin BenselThis banana oatmeal will fuel you up for the day. Mashed bananas add sweetness, and the warm spices and maple syrup complete this quick and comforting breakfast.05of 15Peanut Butter-Chocolate Chip Overnight Oats with BananaView RecipeIt takes just a few minutes to prepare these overnight oats and you will be all set with 4 packable healthy breakfasts to enjoy throughout the week. Use whatever milk you have on hand for this easy meal-prep breakfast recipe.06of 15Instant Egg & Cheese “Bake"View RecipeJohnny AutryLearn how to cook eggs in the microwave for a quick, delicious breakfast. Spinach and Cheddar cheese make these eggs even more filling.07of 153-Ingredient Overnight Berry MuesliView RecipeCarolyn HodgesUsing prepared muesli is an easy way to add different grains, nuts and dried fruit to your overnight oats, without needing to buy them separately. Opt for frozen mixed berries instead of fresh as frozen berries will release juices as they thaw in the fridge.08of 15Baked Oatmeal with PearsView RecipeThis comforting baked oatmeal is perfect for cozy weekend mornings and doubles as a make-ahead breakfast that you can meal-prep for healthy grab-and-go meals all week.09of 15Everything Bagel Avocado ToastView RecipeGet all the flavor of an everything bagel married with the creaminess of avocado toast in one healthy breakfast. Just toast, top, sprinkle and go for this quick morning meal when you need to get out the door fast. Want to take it up a notch? Top with a poached or fried egg.10of 15White Bean & Avocado ToastView RecipeMashed avocado and white beans make for a fiber-rich and creamy topping, the perfect partner for a crispy slice of toast. Try it for a quick breakfast or snack.11of 15Apple Cinnamon Chia PuddingView RecipeSwitch up your morning oatmeal routine with this so-easy chia pudding recipe. It’s made just like overnight oats: combine chia and your milk of choice, let soak overnight, then top with the classic flavor combo of apples and cinnamon, with pecans for added crunch.12of 153-Ingredient Bell Pepper & Cheese Egg CupsView RecipeCarolyn Hodges, M.S., RDNRequiring just three main ingredients—bell peppers, eggs and shredded cheese—these portable baked eggs are simple to assemble and perfect for meal prep. Store them in the fridge for up to 4 days to reheat on demand.13of 153-Ingredient Egg & Mushroom Puff Pastry RollsView RecipeCarolyn HodgesHeat-and-go breakfasts get an upgrade with these 3-ingredient savory puff pastries filled with scrambled eggs and mushrooms. A sheet of store-bought puff pastry makes assembly a snap. These are rich and flavorful on their own, but feel free to top the scrambled eggs with shredded cheese before rolling up the dough.14of 15Cannellini Bean & Herbed Ricotta ToastView RecipeTed & Chelsea CavanaughHerbed ricotta toast gets topped with cannellini beans and roasted red peppers for a colorful, tasty open-face sandwich.15of 15Pumpkin Overnight OatsView RecipeMake these easy vegan overnight oats with whatever nondairy milk you have on hand. It’s a great way to use up leftover canned pumpkin–plus, you can multiply the recipe to meal-prep healthy breakfasts for the whole week.
01of 15Cinnamon-Quinoa Breakfast BowlView RecipePhotography / Antonis Achilleos, Styling / Christine Keely, Ali RameeThis hearty quinoa breakfast bowl is topped with sliced almonds, bananas and almond butter, but you can easily mix and match toppings. For a drizzled look, warm the almond butter slightly in the microwave before topping each bowl.
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Cinnamon-Quinoa Breakfast Bowl
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Photography / Antonis Achilleos, Styling / Christine Keely, Ali Ramee
This hearty quinoa breakfast bowl is topped with sliced almonds, bananas and almond butter, but you can easily mix and match toppings. For a drizzled look, warm the almond butter slightly in the microwave before topping each bowl.
02of 153-Ingredient Baked Feta & Cherry Tomato Egg MuffinsView RecipeCarolyn Hodges, M.S., RDNThe baked feta and cherry tomato pasta became famous on TikTok and Instagram for good reason—the combination is delicious! Here we transformed this trend into a super-simple 3-ingredient breakfast option you can enjoy all week long. All you need to do is fill muffin cups with halved cherry tomatoes and cubed feta, then fill with beaten eggs and optional fresh basil and bake until set. It’s an easy, oh-so-tasty way to start your morning
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3-Ingredient Baked Feta & Cherry Tomato Egg Muffins
Carolyn Hodges, M.S., RDN
The baked feta and cherry tomato pasta became famous on TikTok and Instagram for good reason—the combination is delicious! Here we transformed this trend into a super-simple 3-ingredient breakfast option you can enjoy all week long. All you need to do is fill muffin cups with halved cherry tomatoes and cubed feta, then fill with beaten eggs and optional fresh basil and bake until set. It’s an easy, oh-so-tasty way to start your morning
03of 15Peanut Butter-Banana English MuffinView RecipePeanut butter and banana are the original power couple. Top a simple toasted English muffin with the duo, then sprinkle everything with a hit of ground cinnamon for a healthy breakfast of champions.
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Peanut Butter-Banana English Muffin
Peanut butter and banana are the original power couple. Top a simple toasted English muffin with the duo, then sprinkle everything with a hit of ground cinnamon for a healthy breakfast of champions.
04of 15Banana OatmealView RecipeCaitlin BenselThis banana oatmeal will fuel you up for the day. Mashed bananas add sweetness, and the warm spices and maple syrup complete this quick and comforting breakfast.
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Banana Oatmeal
Caitlin Bensel
This banana oatmeal will fuel you up for the day. Mashed bananas add sweetness, and the warm spices and maple syrup complete this quick and comforting breakfast.
05of 15Peanut Butter-Chocolate Chip Overnight Oats with BananaView RecipeIt takes just a few minutes to prepare these overnight oats and you will be all set with 4 packable healthy breakfasts to enjoy throughout the week. Use whatever milk you have on hand for this easy meal-prep breakfast recipe.
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Peanut Butter-Chocolate Chip Overnight Oats with Banana
It takes just a few minutes to prepare these overnight oats and you will be all set with 4 packable healthy breakfasts to enjoy throughout the week. Use whatever milk you have on hand for this easy meal-prep breakfast recipe.
06of 15Instant Egg & Cheese “Bake"View RecipeJohnny AutryLearn how to cook eggs in the microwave for a quick, delicious breakfast. Spinach and Cheddar cheese make these eggs even more filling.
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Instant Egg & Cheese “Bake”
Johnny Autry
Learn how to cook eggs in the microwave for a quick, delicious breakfast. Spinach and Cheddar cheese make these eggs even more filling.
07of 153-Ingredient Overnight Berry MuesliView RecipeCarolyn HodgesUsing prepared muesli is an easy way to add different grains, nuts and dried fruit to your overnight oats, without needing to buy them separately. Opt for frozen mixed berries instead of fresh as frozen berries will release juices as they thaw in the fridge.
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3-Ingredient Overnight Berry Muesli
Carolyn Hodges
Using prepared muesli is an easy way to add different grains, nuts and dried fruit to your overnight oats, without needing to buy them separately. Opt for frozen mixed berries instead of fresh as frozen berries will release juices as they thaw in the fridge.
08of 15Baked Oatmeal with PearsView RecipeThis comforting baked oatmeal is perfect for cozy weekend mornings and doubles as a make-ahead breakfast that you can meal-prep for healthy grab-and-go meals all week.
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Baked Oatmeal with Pears
This comforting baked oatmeal is perfect for cozy weekend mornings and doubles as a make-ahead breakfast that you can meal-prep for healthy grab-and-go meals all week.
09of 15Everything Bagel Avocado ToastView RecipeGet all the flavor of an everything bagel married with the creaminess of avocado toast in one healthy breakfast. Just toast, top, sprinkle and go for this quick morning meal when you need to get out the door fast. Want to take it up a notch? Top with a poached or fried egg.
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Everything Bagel Avocado Toast
Get all the flavor of an everything bagel married with the creaminess of avocado toast in one healthy breakfast. Just toast, top, sprinkle and go for this quick morning meal when you need to get out the door fast. Want to take it up a notch? Top with a poached or fried egg.
10of 15White Bean & Avocado ToastView RecipeMashed avocado and white beans make for a fiber-rich and creamy topping, the perfect partner for a crispy slice of toast. Try it for a quick breakfast or snack.
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White Bean & Avocado Toast
Mashed avocado and white beans make for a fiber-rich and creamy topping, the perfect partner for a crispy slice of toast. Try it for a quick breakfast or snack.
11of 15Apple Cinnamon Chia PuddingView RecipeSwitch up your morning oatmeal routine with this so-easy chia pudding recipe. It’s made just like overnight oats: combine chia and your milk of choice, let soak overnight, then top with the classic flavor combo of apples and cinnamon, with pecans for added crunch.
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Apple Cinnamon Chia Pudding
Switch up your morning oatmeal routine with this so-easy chia pudding recipe. It’s made just like overnight oats: combine chia and your milk of choice, let soak overnight, then top with the classic flavor combo of apples and cinnamon, with pecans for added crunch.
12of 153-Ingredient Bell Pepper & Cheese Egg CupsView RecipeCarolyn Hodges, M.S., RDNRequiring just three main ingredients—bell peppers, eggs and shredded cheese—these portable baked eggs are simple to assemble and perfect for meal prep. Store them in the fridge for up to 4 days to reheat on demand.
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3-Ingredient Bell Pepper & Cheese Egg Cups
Requiring just three main ingredients—bell peppers, eggs and shredded cheese—these portable baked eggs are simple to assemble and perfect for meal prep. Store them in the fridge for up to 4 days to reheat on demand.
13of 153-Ingredient Egg & Mushroom Puff Pastry RollsView RecipeCarolyn HodgesHeat-and-go breakfasts get an upgrade with these 3-ingredient savory puff pastries filled with scrambled eggs and mushrooms. A sheet of store-bought puff pastry makes assembly a snap. These are rich and flavorful on their own, but feel free to top the scrambled eggs with shredded cheese before rolling up the dough.
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3-Ingredient Egg & Mushroom Puff Pastry Rolls
Heat-and-go breakfasts get an upgrade with these 3-ingredient savory puff pastries filled with scrambled eggs and mushrooms. A sheet of store-bought puff pastry makes assembly a snap. These are rich and flavorful on their own, but feel free to top the scrambled eggs with shredded cheese before rolling up the dough.
14of 15Cannellini Bean & Herbed Ricotta ToastView RecipeTed & Chelsea CavanaughHerbed ricotta toast gets topped with cannellini beans and roasted red peppers for a colorful, tasty open-face sandwich.
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Cannellini Bean & Herbed Ricotta Toast
Ted & Chelsea Cavanaugh
Herbed ricotta toast gets topped with cannellini beans and roasted red peppers for a colorful, tasty open-face sandwich.
15of 15Pumpkin Overnight OatsView RecipeMake these easy vegan overnight oats with whatever nondairy milk you have on hand. It’s a great way to use up leftover canned pumpkin–plus, you can multiply the recipe to meal-prep healthy breakfasts for the whole week.
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Pumpkin Overnight Oats
Make these easy vegan overnight oats with whatever nondairy milk you have on hand. It’s a great way to use up leftover canned pumpkin–plus, you can multiply the recipe to meal-prep healthy breakfasts for the whole week.
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