49 Easy Breakfast Recipes for COOK90
Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Food Styling by Rhoda Boone1/49Sheet-Pan Eggs
Want to make eggs ahead of time? Bake them in a sheet pan, slice and chill for up to three days, and serve in breakfast sandwiches, wraps, quesadillas, and more.
- Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Food Styling by Katherine Sacks2/49
Matcha-Mango Smoothie
Blending together yogurt, mango, and matcha makes a refreshing smoothie with an energizing caffeine boost and a good dose of protein.
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Jammy Soft-Boiled Eggs
To make these soft-boiled eggs, you don't have to wait for them to come to room temperature. Go ahead and cook them straight out of the fridge.
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Crispy Cornmeal-Bacon Waffles
Make a batch of thes bacon-studded waffles on the weekend, then freeze and pop them into a toaster for an easy weekday breakfast that you won't have to 'leggo of, even if you're in the midst of Cook90.
- Photo by Chelsea Kyle5/49
Eggs Baked in Crispy Prosciutto Baskets
Luscious, cheesy eggs baked inside prosciutto "baskets" make a craveable breakfast—to make them more commuter-friendly, cook for a few extra minutes to further set the yolk.
- Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Food Styling by Kat Boytsova6/49
Sheet-Pan Cider-Ricotta Pancakes With Pear Compote
A swirl of cinnamon-spiced pear compote runs through these protein-rich pancakes.
- Photo by Alex Lau, Food Styling by Sue Li7/49
Butternut Squash, Coconut, and Ginger Muffins
Like the best possible Morning Glory muffins, but with grated butternut squash instead of carrot.
- Photo by Alex Lau8/49
Mango Toast with Hazelnut-Pepita Butter
Savory fruit toast is the new avocado toast. Other combinations we’re crushing on: lemony yogurt with cucumbers, almond butter and pears.
- Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Food Styling by Olivia Mack Anderson9/49
Nutella Grilled Cheese
No one said every Cook90 breakfast had to be the picture of health. Sometimes, motivation means a buttery toasted sandwich of cheese and chocolate-hazelnut spread.
- Photo by Paige Green10/49
Granola Bark
This bark recipe lands somewhere in between granola bars the snack and granola the cereal. Grab one to go, or crumble it over a yogurt or ricotta bowl.
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Here Comes the Sun Breakfast Bowl
Perfect for nextovering last night's dinner: pile roasted sweet potatoes, sautéed kale, black beans, and a sunny-side egg over grains for a healthful, filling grain bowl that'll power you through the day.
- Photo by Colin Price12/49
Brown Butter Steel-Cut Oatmeal
Steel-cut oats have a chewy, hearty texture. Taking the extra step of browning them in butter gives the oatmeal a toasty, rich flavor and helps to keep it from sticking to the pot.
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Fried Egg Tacos with Chile Jam
Forget to prep for breakfast? A stack of tortillas, a swath of Greek yogurt, a quickly-fried egg, and a squirt of hot sauce will save you every time.
- Photo by Alex Lau, Food Styling by Chris Morocco14/49
Blueberry, Lime, and Cashew Smoothies
No Cook90 shopper's grocery cart is complete without at least one bag of frozen fruit to blend into a quick and healthy breakfast to drink on the go.
- Photo by Michael Graydon & Nikole Herriott, Prop Styling by Kalen Kaminski, Food Styling by Andy Baraghani15/49
Breakfast Calzones
Breakfast burritos can step to the side.
- Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Food Styling by Olivia Mack Anderson16/49
Peanut Butter–Banana Muffins
Wheat germ lends a good dose of vitamins to these deliciously addictive, kid-friendly muffins while boosting the nutty flavor.
- Photo by Alex Lau17/49
Breakfast Salad with Smoked Trout and Quinoa
This salad is a perfect case of combining whatever is left in your fridge into a surprisingly satisfying morning meal.
- Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Food Styling by Anna Stockwell18/49
Flourless Almond-Blueberry Muffins
No one will miss the flour in these pillowy-soft breakfast muffins, which are naturally gluten-free.
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Alt-Grain Porridge With Kimchi and Jammy Eggs
Kimchi gives this porridge recipe a spicy twist, while the 6-minute egg keeps it hearty and perfect for breakfast.
- Photo by Emma Fishman, Food Styling by Kate Schmidt20/49
Classic Blueberry Muffins
Chock-full of berries, our ultimate muffins have just the right amount of sweetness, plus a gentle tang and tender crumb thanks to sour cream.
- Photo by Eva Kolenko21/49
Almond, Kale, and Banana Smoothie
Dates and bananas naturally sweeten this wholesome breakfast smoothie.
- Photo by Alex Lau22/49
BA's Best Morning Buns
Too many morning buns for your crowd? This recipe halves easily.
- Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Prop Styling by Alex Brannian, Food Styling by Anna Stockwell23/49
Diner-Style Western Omelet
Filled with ham, bell pepper, and onions, this diner classic is also sometimes called a "Denver Omelet."
- Photo by Alex Lau24/49
Gluten-Free Coconut Bread
A combo of gluten-free flours turn out this tender breakfast bread. Want to take it over the top? Toast a slice and slater with pandan jam.
- Photo by Alex Lau25/49
Breakfast Grilled Cheese With Soft Scrambled Eggs
What's the secret to the silkiest scrambled eggs ever? A dollop of cream cheese stirred in right at the end. Piling them onto a sandwich with melted American cheese takes them even further.
- Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Food Styling by Rhoda Boone26/49
Breakfast Yogurt Pops with Fruit and Granola
Adults and kids alike will love waking up to these fruit-studded, high-protein, low-sugar yogurt pops.
- Photo by Ted Cavanaugh27/49
Instant Pot Eggs
Hard-boiled eggs turn out perfectly every time when steamed in a pressure cooker: always evenly cooked and easier to peel than traditional boiled eggs.
- Photo by Andrew Purcell28/49
Slow Cooker Savory Oatmeal with Bacon, Scallions, and Cheddar
This savory oatmeal is reminiscent of cheesy grits: very creamy and rich with little bits of crisp bacon. An egg on top is terrific if you like your lilies gilded.
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Avo and Egg
This simple dish of fresh smashed avocado, ripe heirloom tomato, and perfectly poached eggs is finished delicately with fresh lemon juice, herbs, and sea salt.
- Photo by Alex Lau30/49
Salad for Breakfast
Eggs on toast goes veggie-centric with quick-pickled veg and marinated feta. Everything except the croutons can be made ahead, and any weekday can start off this colorful.
- Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Prop Styling by Beatrice Chastka, Food Styling by Kat Boytsova31/49
Cowboy Breakfast Casserole With Sausage and Spinach
This eggy strata is just as delicious eaten cold, the morning after it's made; but you can warm up slices in a toaster oven for up to three days after baking it if you'd like.
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Jammy Eggs and Feta Flatbreads with Herbs
Because older eggs are easier to peel, this is one of those times when grocery store eggs outperform the ones from the farmers’ market.
- Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Food Styling by Anna Stockwell33/49
Slow-Cooker Oatmeal With Apples and Ginger
Knowing you have a bubbling hot breakfast waiting for you on a chilly morning makes getting out of bed so much easier.
- Photo by Alex Lau, Food Styling by Sue Li34/49
Butternut Squash and Chorizo Hash
Top this sweet and spicy hash with eggs for breakfast or fold it into tortillas for a taco with some sour cream and hot sauce on top and you’ve got dinner.
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Coffee-Flavored Belgian Waffles
Get an extra jolt from your breakfast by putting espresso powder in the waffle batter. Again, batch then on Sunday and toss in the toaster for quick mornings.
- Photo by Chelsea Kyle, food styling by Anna Stockwell36/49
Super Green Smoothie Bowl with Matcha and Ginger
Packed with healthy superfoods and a little caffeine kick from matcha powder, this creamy green smoothie bowl makes a satisfying breakfast. Chia seeds and oats add density and fiber, while mango and fresh ginger add sweetness and spice.
- Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Food Styling by Rhoda Boone37/49
Microwave Egg Sandwich with Cheddar and Avocado
There's no excuse to buy breakfast when you can have this egg sandwich ready in less than 5 minutes.
- Photo by Eva Kolenko38/49
Glazed Blueberry-Blackberry Turnovers
Addicted to pantry pastry tarts? These homemade berry turnovers will put you off of them for good.
- Photo by Chelsea Kyle, food styling by Rhoda Boone39/49
Classic Easy Banana Bread
We combined the highest-rated banana breads on our site to create our ultimate version: a sweet, nutty, and supremely moist loaf ready for lunch boxes, quick breakfasts, and easy desserts any night of the week.
- Photo by Chelsea Kyle, food styling by Rhoda Boone40/49
Breakfast Tacos with Homemade Chorizo, Crispy Potatoes, and Egg
Anytime you put crispy (nextover'd) potatoes in a warm tortilla, it's a win.
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Raspberry and Coconut Breakfast Loaf
Breakfast loaves are so great for grabbing on-the-go, and this deliciously sweet loaf is gluten free in case that's your thing.
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The Best Vegan Breakfast Sandwich
Fast food breakfast sandwiches often lack quality ingredients, which makes them a total gut bomb. This dreamy vegan breakfast sandwich combines casava bacon and spiced tofu eggs for a filling breakfast anyone would love.
- Photo by Ted Cavanaugh43/49
Hard-Boiled Eggs
Cooking for 10 minutes will give an ever-so-soft center to the yolk. For completely firm yolks, cook an additional minute.
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Stuffed French Toast With Almond Butter and Banana
The sweet aroma of almond and banana is the ultimate treat. This is a luxurious and delicious breakfast.
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Costa Rican Breakfast Bowl
Leftover rice and canned beans makes this recipe quick and easy to throw together at the start of any day.
- Photo by Chelsea Kyle, Food Styling by Olivia Mack Anderson46/49
Banana Coconut Muffins
These moist, easy muffins rely on mashed bananas and flaked coconut for sublime texture and tropical-leaning flavor.
- Photo by Ted Cavanaugh, Food Styling by Sue Li47/49
Barley Porridge with Honeyed Plums
Barley holds up better than oats for a porridge to eat on the go (mason jars are your friend). The honeyed plums are a nice touch, but feel free to top with any fruit, jam, or jelly you like.
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Savory Kimchi Oatmeal Bowl
Who says oatmeal needs to be sweet? Prepare the oats as you traditionally would, but instead of adding berries and sweeteners, toss in greens and kimchi, then top with an egg, hemp seeds, and avocado.
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Banana and Blueberry Overnight Oats
This is a quick and easy breakfast to have ready to go that requires very little prep the night before.