Don’t skip breakfast: 31 quick grab-and-go ideas

Photo of author

| Published:

Are you tired of rushed, stressful mornings and missing out on a delicious breakfast? This is the perfect solution for you. This scrumptious array of make-ahead morning delights will have you excited to leap out of bed. Whether you’re a busy bee with no time to spare or simply prefer a hassle-free start to the day, this collection of grab-and-go breakfasts will have your taste buds singing and your mornings running smoothly.

Image shows five Egg Muffin Cups sitting on a wooden board.
Egg Muffin Cups. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Brown Sugar Banana Bread

Overhead of brown sugar banana bread partially sliced on a cutting board.
Brown Sugar Banana Bread. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Enjoy the irresistible sweetness of Brown Sugar Banana Bread, infused with the rich caramel notes of brown sugarto make this classic even tastier. It’s easy to make a loaf and then take a quick slice as you walk out the door in the morning.
Get the Recipe: Brown Sugar Banana Bread

Carrot Cranberry Muffins

Carrot cranberry muffin held in a hand.
Carrot Cranberry Muffins. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Brighten your mornings with delectable Carrot Cranberry Muffins, featuring wholesome carrots and tangy cranberries in a moist and tender texture. Grab a muffin as you head out for the day for a perfect make ahead breakfast.
Get the Recipe: Carrot Cranberry Muffins

Cherry Chip Scones

Image shows Cherry Chip Scones on a baking sheet with the sun coming in from the back.
Cherry Chip Scones. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Make these quick and easy Cherry Chip Scones in about half an hour, perfect for last-minute breakfast needs. They offer a lightly sweet, satisfying treat that everyone enjoys.
Get the Recipe: Cherry Chip Scones

Egg Muffin Cups

Image shows five Egg Muffin Cups sitting on a wooden board.
Egg Muffin Cups. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Whip up a batch of Egg Muffin Cups, a quick and easy make-ahead breakfast. These savory treats are packed with your favorite ingredients and make a delightful grab-and-go breakfast option for busy mornings.
Get the Recipe: Egg Muffin Cups

Apple Cinnamon Muffins

Three apple cinnamon muffins on a wooden table with an apple.
Apple Cinnamon Muffins. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Start your mornings right with moist Apple Cinnamon Muffins that combine the comforting blend of sweet apples and fragrant cinnamon for a cozy and delicious treat. Muffins are a perfect make ahead breakfast everyone loves.
Get the Recipe: Apple Cinnamon Muffins

Loaded Mashed Potato Pancakes

Image shows A plate of loaded mashed potato pancakes with green onions on it.
Loaded Mashed Potato Pancakes. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Transform leftover mashed potatoes into Loaded Mashed Potato Pancakes, a creative and hearty make-ahead breakfast choice. These savory pancakes are a comforting grab-and-go option for starting your day. Just pop heat them up and go.
Get the Recipe: Loaded Mashed Potato Pancakes

Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread

Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread sliced on a cutting board.
Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Indulge in the fusion of flavors with Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread, a moist pumpkin-infused bread dotted with melty chocolate chips. This is another great option to make when you have time and then just grab a quick slice or two in the morning.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread

Blueberry Sour Cream Muffins

Sliced blueberry sour cream muffin with pat of butter.
Blueberry Sour Cream Muffins. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Discover the mouthwatering goodness of Blueberry Sour Cream Muffins, tender and bursting with juicy blueberries and a hint of tangy sour cream. These sweet treats are a delicious and light make ahead breakfast.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Sour Cream Muffins

Zucchini Bread

Zucchini bread loaf with slices on a cutting board.
Zucchini Bread. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Delight in the moist and flavorful goodness of homemade Zucchini Bread, featuring the perfect balance of sweet and wholesome flavors. You can never go wrong with a delicious quick bread for a breakfast on the go.
Get the Recipe: Zucchini Bread

Cinnamon Sugar Donuts

Image shows Baked cinnamon sugar donuts on a wooden table.
Cinnamon Sugar Donuts. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Experience the comforting flavors of homemade baked Cinnamon Sugar Donuts, tender treats coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar blend. Make these baked donuts and enjoy the leftovers for a quick grab-and-go breakfast.
Get the Recipe: Cinnamon Sugar Donuts

Irish Soda Bread

Overheard of a loaf of irish soda bread with slices cut.
Irish Soda Bread. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Discover the magic of Irish Soda Bread, a rustic and delicious quick bread loaf with hearty flavors and a moist, tender crumb. This is a not too sweet treat for your rushed mornings when you need something fast.
Get the Recipe: Irish Soda Bread

Cranberry Pumpkin Muffins

Pumpkin cranberry muffin held in front of more muffins.
Cranberry Pumpkin Muffins. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Fall in love with Pumpkin Cranberry Muffins, perfect for any season, with the delightful blend of warm pumpkin spice and tart cranberries that will have you craving these muffins all year long. These muffins are easy to make and then enjoy when you need a last minute breakfast before you run out the door.
Get the Recipe: Cranberry Pumpkin Muffins

Mocha Donuts

Image shows Mocha donuts on a wooden board with one missing a bite.
Mocha Donuts. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Satisfy your cravings with rich and decadent Mocha Donuts, offering a perfect blend of coffee and chocolate in every bite. These easy baked donuts make a perfect grab-and-go treat when you make a batch and savor the “leftovers.”
Get the Recipe: Mocha Donuts

Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins

Chocolate chip pumpkin muffin missing a bite on a plate.
Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Bake up a batch of muffins and know your breakfast hassle is gone for at least a few days. Satisfy your cravings with sinfully delicious Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins, offering the perfect balance of pumpkin spice and sweetness.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Muffins

Double Chocolate Muffins

Hand holding a double chocolate muffin.
Double Chocolate Muffins. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Indulge in pure chocolate bliss with Double Chocolate Muffins, offering rich, moist muffins packed with double the chocolate goodness for an irresistible grab-and-go breakfast. Make these muffins, then enjoy them for breakfast all week long.
Get the Recipe: Double Chocolate Muffins

Pumpkin Waffles

Image shows an overhead shot of Pumpkin Waffles with whipped cream on a glass plate.
Pumpkin Waffles. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Embrace the delightful Pumpkin Waffles, full of warm spices and comforting aromas, making for a delicious breakfast. When you make a big batch, store your leftovers in the freezer then pop them in the toaster for a perfect make ahead breakfast.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Waffles

Nutella Banana Bread

Overhead of Nutella swirled banana bread with slices cut.
Nutella Banana Bread. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

You will love the irresistible blend of Nutella and banana in Nutella Swirled Banana Bread, a mouthwatering delight perfect for Nutella enthusiasts and banana bread lovers. Just take a slice, and you’re ready to start your day without the hassle of preparing breakfast.
Get the Recipe: Nutella Banana Bread

Pumpkin Scones

Image shows Three pumpkin scones on a plate with icing.
Pumpkin Scones. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Delight in the essence of autumn with Pumpkin Scones capturing the comforting flavors of pumpkin and spices. This is a great make ahead option for a quick and easy breakfast any day.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Scones

Chai Scones

Image shows a Chai Scone on a white plate sitting on a wooden table.
Chai Scones. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

You’ll be ready for the day with fragrant Chai Scones, tender and buttery scones infused with aromatic spices for a delightful grab-and-go breakfast. Scones are perfect quick and easy recipe to make in advance and have on hand for busy mornings.
Get the Recipe: Chai Scones

Fresh Peach Scones

Image shows  Peach scones with icing on a cutting board.
Fresh Peach Scones. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Delight in the juicy sweetness of Fresh Peach Scones, a delectable treat combining the goodness of peaches with the irresistible flakiness of scones. Whip up a batch, then grab one in the morning for a quick breakfast as you walk out the door.
Get the Recipe: Fresh Peach Scones

Homemade Granola

Image shows  A person holding a handful of granola in their hand.
Homemade Granola. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Create Homemade Granola that’s both healthy and delicious, perfect for a make-ahead breakfast. With wholesome ingredients and a hint of sweetness, this granola is perfect to pair with a yogurt on your morning commute.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Granola

Double Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

Image shows a hand holding a Double Chocolate Zucchini Muffin with more in the background.
Double Chocolate Zucchini Muffins. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Enjoy the perfect start to your day with these light and moist Double Chocolate Zucchini Muffins. The zucchini adds moisture and decadence to your breakfast treat as you grab on on your way out the door.
Get the Recipe: Double Chocolate Zucchini Muffins

Mocha Scones

Image shows Chocolate drizzled mocha scones on a cutting board.
Mocha Scones. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Savor the harmonious blend of rich coffee and indulgent chocolate in Mocha Scones, offering a satisfying treat perfect for morning cravings. These are a great recipe to make in the evening and then know you’ll have something perfect when you ned a grab-and-go breakfast.
Get the Recipe: Mocha Scones

Peach Kuchen Muffins

Peach kuchen muffins in a muffin tin.
Peach Kuchen Muffins. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Experience a flavorful twist on a traditional favorite with Peach Kuchen Muffins, combining juicy peaches, warm cinnamon, and aromatic nutmeg for a delightful adaptation of the classic peach kuchen. You can never say no to a muffin when you just need something to grab on a busy morning.
Get the Recipe: Peach Kuchen Muffins

Apple, Date, Walnut Muffins

A cut muffin on a plate.
Apple, Date, Walnut Muffins. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Enjoy Apple, Date, and Walnut Muffins, loaded with apples and other tasty ingredients, offering a grab-and-go breakfast that’s not too sweet. They’re perfect for a make ahead breakfast.
Get the Recipe: Apple, Date, Walnut Muffins

Chocolate Baked Oats

Chocolate baked oats in a white baking dish with a serving spatula.
Chocolate Baked Oats. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Experience the chocolate twist on the popular TikTok recipe with Chocolate Baked Oats that are like having cake for breakfast. These oats are prepped entirely in the blender and are vegan and gluten-free, a recipe you’ll love.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Baked Oats

Orange Cranberry Scones

An orange cranberry scones on a white plate with a fork.
Orange Cranberry Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Bake up Orange Cranberry Scones loaded with cranberries and the delightful flavor of oranges, creating a perfect grab-and-go breakfast option. These scones are a delicious choice whether you’re enjoying them fresh or making them ahead of time.
Get the Recipe: Orange Cranberry Scones

Freezer Breakfast Burritos

Freezer Breakfast Burritos in a plastic bag on a wooden table.
Freezer Breakfast Burritos. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Prepare these amazing burritos filled with sausage, tater tots, fluffy eggs, cheese, and more, making them the ultimate heat-and-eat treats for meals on the go when you need a make-ahead breakfast.
Get the Recipe: Freezer Breakfast Burritos

Mandarin Orange Scones

Orange scones on a wire rack with oranges in the background.
Mandarin Orange Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Add some zest to your morning routine with Mandarin Orange Scones, perfect for a grab-and-go breakfast. They offer the bright, juicy flavor of fresh mandarins, making them a delightful option.
Get the Recipe: Mandarin Orange Scones

Healthy Breakfast Cookies

Seed and nut butter cookies on plate served with coffee.
Healthy Breakfast Cookies. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Start your day with delicious and healthy breakfast cookies, perfect for an energy boost in the morning. These make-ahead breakfast treats are convenient for those who prefer a grab-and-go meal.
Get the Recipe: Healthy Breakfast Cookies

Ham and Cheese Scones

Four ham and cheese scones on a piece of white paper.
Ham and Cheese Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These savory Ham and Cheese Scones, with Asiago cheese, ham, fresh herbs, and black pepper, are tender and satisfying, making them a non-sweet grab-and-go breakfast option.
Get the Recipe: Ham and Cheese Scones

Leave a Comment

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.