Meal Prep Breakfast Ideas
Transform your busy mornings with these easy, make-ahead breakfast options that are ready to grab and go, ensuring you start your day energized and focused.
Ingredients
Overnight Oats
- 0.5 cup oats
- 0.5 cup milk
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- to taste sweetener
- to taste toppings e.g., fresh fruit
Veggie Egg Muffins
- 12 eggs
- 1 cup chopped vegetables (bell peppers, spinach, onions)
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- to taste salt and pepper
- optional cooked sausage or bacon
Freezer Breakfast Burritos
- 10 large tortillas
- 12 scrambled eggs
- 2 cups shredded cheese
- optional cooked sausage or bacon
- optional beans, salsa, vegetables
Baked Oatmeal Squares
- 3 cups oats
- 2 cups milk
- 2 eggs
- 0.25 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 cup berries or diced apple
- to taste cinnamon
Protein Smoothie Packs
- 1 cup frozen fruit
- 1 handful spinach
- 1 tablespoon chia or flax seeds
- optional protein powder portion
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare each meal prep item as listed in the ingredients.
- For overnight oats, mix all ingredients in a mason jar and refrigerate overnight.
- For egg muffins, whisk eggs with salt and pepper, distribute vegetables and cheese in muffin tins, pour the egg mixture, and bake.
- For freezer burritos, assemble ingredients in tortillas, roll tightly, wrap in foil and freeze.
- For baked oatmeal, mix all ingredients, pour into a greased pan, bake until set, and cut into squares.
- For smoothie packs, portion all ingredients into freezer bags.
Storage
- Store overnight oats and baked oatmeal in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Store egg muffins for up to 4 days in the fridge.
- Keep burritos, pancakes, waffles, and smoothie packs in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Notes
Prep a variety of options to avoid boredom. Use proper containers and label them with dates for freshness.