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Photo: Photographer: Fred Hardy II, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hauser
Even on the busiest of mornings, you can start your day with one of these super easy breakfast options. You only need five ingredients or less to make these recipes (not counting optional ingredients and pantry staples like salt, pepper and oil), and they only take five minutes to prepare! Flavorful dishes like our Quick-Cooking Oats and Coconut Blueberry Smoothie are healthy and delicious breakfasts you can make in no time at all.
01of 22Muesli with RaspberriesView RecipeStart your day off with whole grains, fiber and protein with this easy breakfast.
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Muesli with Raspberries
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Start your day off with whole grains, fiber and protein with this easy breakfast.
02of 22Apple & Peanut Butter ToastView RecipeA pinch of ground cardamom punches up the flavor in this classic combo of apples and peanut butter on toast.
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Apple & Peanut Butter Toast
A pinch of ground cardamom punches up the flavor in this classic combo of apples and peanut butter on toast.
03of 22Quick-Cooking OatsView RecipePhotographer: Fred Hardy II, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Phoebe HauserSometimes basic is better. At breakfast, that can certainly be the case. These easy oatmeal recipes teach you the basic methods so you get creamy, tender oats every time. The flavorings and toppings are up to you.
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Quick-Cooking Oats
Photographer: Fred Hardy II, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hauser
Sometimes basic is better. At breakfast, that can certainly be the case. These easy oatmeal recipes teach you the basic methods so you get creamy, tender oats every time. The flavorings and toppings are up to you.
04of 22The Last Avocado Toast Recipe You’ll Ever NeedView RecipeJamie Vespa MS, RDThis is the easiest—and the last—avocado toast recipe you’ll ever need to know. Memorize the recipe, then use it as a jumping off point for your favorite avocado toast riffs. Put an egg on it, top it with tuna salad or crown it with fluffy alfalfa sprouts for a healthy and satisfying meal. You can mix up the toppings too—we love Japanese furikake or everything bagel seasoning.
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The Last Avocado Toast Recipe You’ll Ever Need
Jamie Vespa MS, RD
This is the easiest—and the last—avocado toast recipe you’ll ever need to know. Memorize the recipe, then use it as a jumping off point for your favorite avocado toast riffs. Put an egg on it, top it with tuna salad or crown it with fluffy alfalfa sprouts for a healthy and satisfying meal. You can mix up the toppings too—we love Japanese furikake or everything bagel seasoning.
05of 22Coconut Blueberry SmoothieView RecipeAli RedmondGive your blueberry smoothie a tropical update with the rich flavors of coconut milk and coconut cream. Freshly squeezed orange juice lends bright flavor to this healthy smoothie recipe, but if you’re short on time, bottled will work just fine.
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Coconut Blueberry Smoothie
Ali Redmond
Give your blueberry smoothie a tropical update with the rich flavors of coconut milk and coconut cream. Freshly squeezed orange juice lends bright flavor to this healthy smoothie recipe, but if you’re short on time, bottled will work just fine.
06of 22Instant 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 22Anti-Inflammatory Breakfast SmoothieView RecipeJordan ProvostThis mango green smoothie gets bright tart flavor from frozen passion fruit, and inflammation-fighting benefits from fresh kale. Dates add natural sweetness without added sugar. While cilantro may not be a typical smoothie ingredient, we love the herbal notes it adds to this smoothie. Feel free to leave it out if that’s not your thing—it’s just as delicious without.
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Anti-Inflammatory Breakfast Smoothie
Jordan Provost
This mango green smoothie gets bright tart flavor from frozen passion fruit, and inflammation-fighting benefits from fresh kale. Dates add natural sweetness without added sugar. While cilantro may not be a typical smoothie ingredient, we love the herbal notes it adds to this smoothie. Feel free to leave it out if that’s not your thing—it’s just as delicious without.
08of 22Peanut 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.
09of 22Scrambled Egg with TofuView RecipeAna CadenaEven when you are cooking for one, it’s worth taking a few minutes to make a hot, protein-rich breakfast. By stretching an egg with a little tofu, you reduce the cholesterol and saturated fat. Try tucking it into a whole-wheat pita pocket for a simple and satisfying breakfast sandwich-and a healthful alternative to fast-food fare.
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Scrambled Egg with Tofu
Ana Cadena
Even when you are cooking for one, it’s worth taking a few minutes to make a hot, protein-rich breakfast. By stretching an egg with a little tofu, you reduce the cholesterol and saturated fat. Try tucking it into a whole-wheat pita pocket for a simple and satisfying breakfast sandwich-and a healthful alternative to fast-food fare.
10of 22Peanut Butter-Banana Cinnamon ToastView RecipeThis satisfying peanut butter-banana toast gets a sprinkle of cinnamon for an extra flavor boost.
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Peanut Butter-Banana Cinnamon Toast
This satisfying peanut butter-banana toast gets a sprinkle of cinnamon for an extra flavor boost.
11of 22Mixed-Berry Breakfast SmoothieView RecipeClara GonzalezSmoothies are popular for breakfast, but many don’t have enough calories or nutrients to be considered a complete meal. This creamy berry smoothie has the perfect balance of protein, carbohydrates and fat, and will keep you satisfied until your next meal.
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Mixed-Berry Breakfast Smoothie
Clara Gonzalez
Smoothies are popular for breakfast, but many don’t have enough calories or nutrients to be considered a complete meal. This creamy berry smoothie has the perfect balance of protein, carbohydrates and fat, and will keep you satisfied until your next meal.
12of 22Diner-Style Scrambled EggsView RecipeJennifer CauseyThese are the eggs you probably grew up eating: quick, easy to make, homey and comforting. A little butter adds richness. We use just a tiny amount of salt here, because it’s easy to oversalt eggs. Pull them from the heat the instant they’re done so they don’t turn tough and rubbery. And as with all egg dishes, dig in right away—they’re not getting any better as they cool off.
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Diner-Style Scrambled Eggs
Jennifer Causey
These are the eggs you probably grew up eating: quick, easy to make, homey and comforting. A little butter adds richness. We use just a tiny amount of salt here, because it’s easy to oversalt eggs. Pull them from the heat the instant they’re done so they don’t turn tough and rubbery. And as with all egg dishes, dig in right away—they’re not getting any better as they cool off.
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Pecan Butter & Pear Toast
Ted & Chelsea Cavanaugh
14of 22Ricotta-Berry CrepesView RecipeMake a big batch of these easy 3-ingredient crepes to stash in your freezer so you always have a healthy breakfast on hand. A dollop of ricotta adds protein to a store-bought crepe, while the berries give a burst of sweetness and a little fiber.
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Ricotta-Berry Crepes
Make a big batch of these easy 3-ingredient crepes to stash in your freezer so you always have a healthy breakfast on hand. A dollop of ricotta adds protein to a store-bought crepe, while the berries give a burst of sweetness and a little fiber.
15of 22Berry Orange SmoothieView RecipeJennifer CauseyKeeping a bag of frozen mixed berries on hand is a great way to ensure you get a daily dose, and frozen berries are often less expensive than fresh. Plus they make smoothies a cinch: they can go straight from the freezer to the blender.
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Berry Orange Smoothie
Keeping a bag of frozen mixed berries on hand is a great way to ensure you get a daily dose, and frozen berries are often less expensive than fresh. Plus they make smoothies a cinch: they can go straight from the freezer to the blender.
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Pristine Sunny-Side Up Eggs
Alexandra Shytsman
17of 22Mascarpone & Berries ToastView RecipeCreamy mascarpone is delightful when topped with mixed berries and mint for this bright-tasting, easy and healthy breakfast toast.
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Mascarpone & Berries Toast
Creamy mascarpone is delightful when topped with mixed berries and mint for this bright-tasting, easy and healthy breakfast toast.
18of 22Golden Milk FrappeView RecipeThis frappe harnesses the flavor power of a turmeric spice mixture for a cool treat. The golden-milk spice mix is combined with kefir, coconut milk and honey before being whirred together for a frothy delight.
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Golden Milk Frappe
This frappe harnesses the flavor power of a turmeric spice mixture for a cool treat. The golden-milk spice mix is combined with kefir, coconut milk and honey before being whirred together for a frothy delight.
19of 22Whole Wheat Bagel with Peanut ButterView RecipeSwap out a typical bagel with a mini whole wheat bagel for a lower calorie and higher fiber breakfast. Pair with peanut butter to keep you fuller longer.
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Whole Wheat Bagel with Peanut Butter
Swap out a typical bagel with a mini whole wheat bagel for a lower calorie and higher fiber breakfast. Pair with peanut butter to keep you fuller longer.
20of 22Cashew Butter & Clementine ToastView RecipeTed & Chelsea CavanaughThis three-ingredient toast uses a fresh clementine and cashew butter for a twist on the classic PB & J. Enjoy this toast for a quick breakfast or snack.
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Cashew Butter & Clementine Toast
This three-ingredient toast uses a fresh clementine and cashew butter for a twist on the classic PB & J. Enjoy this toast for a quick breakfast or snack.
21of 22Cherry SmoothieView RecipeAli RedmondThe combination of oat milk, vanilla extract and sweet cherries makes this recipe taste like a cherry pie smoothie. Adding a bit of brown sugar boosts that nostalgia even more.
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Cherry Smoothie
The combination of oat milk, vanilla extract and sweet cherries makes this recipe taste like a cherry pie smoothie. Adding a bit of brown sugar boosts that nostalgia even more.
22of 22Peanut Butter & Berries Waffle SandwichView RecipeSara HaasWhole-grain freezer waffles make the perfect base for a nourishing breakfast that tastes just like a classic peanut butter and jelly sandwich. We use crunchy peanut butter to add texture, but you can swap in creamy, if you prefer. If fresh berries aren’t available, you can use frozen ones; microwave them in a small bowl for about 30 seconds to thaw before adding to the sandwich.
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Peanut Butter & Berries Waffle Sandwich
Sara Haas
Whole-grain freezer waffles make the perfect base for a nourishing breakfast that tastes just like a classic peanut butter and jelly sandwich. We use crunchy peanut butter to add texture, but you can swap in creamy, if you prefer. If fresh berries aren’t available, you can use frozen ones; microwave them in a small bowl for about 30 seconds to thaw before adding to the sandwich.
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