21 Quick & Easy Breakfast Recipes

For many people, me included, breakfast is the favorite meal of the day. However, like many people, it's hard to budget enough time in the morning to do breakfast right. That's why we created this list of quick and easy breakfast recipes. All of these breakfast recipes can be made in 30 minutes or less. Many can be made in even less time than that!

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Pancakes, Waffles & French Toast

1. Caramel Apple French Toast

Regular French toast is yummy but this caramel apple French toast takes it to a whole other level! The recipe includes an amazing homemade caramel syrup, but that won't stop you from having this quick and easy breakfast recipe on your table in less than 30 minutes.

Caramel Apple French Toast

This caramel apple French toast is likely to be the best French toast you've ever had. It features sliced apple rings on a bed of French toast flavored with cinnamon and nutmeg and topped with chopped pecans and a dreamy easy homemade caramel syrup. Heaven on earth!

4 servings

Ingredients: French bread, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, butter, light brown sugar, apple, pecans, agave syrup

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2. Orange Pancakes

This easy pancake recipe is not only quick, but it's relatively healthy too. To make matters even better, they use only natural flavorings. There is nothing artificial here. They're quick, easy and tasty. I bet you didn't think pancakes would fit into the quick and easy breakfast recipes category, did you? Well, think again. You will want to make these pancakes again and again!

Orange Pancakes

Delicious, bright and fluffy orange pancakes made healthier with yogurt and a fresh strawberry topping. They can be on your table in 30 minutes or less.

6 pancakes

Ingredients: strawberries, sugar, all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, orange, agave syrup, ricotta cheese, egg, butter

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3. Cinnamon Sugar Waffles

The pancakes vs. waffles debate is real, but we here at Heavenly Home Cooking love them both. If you're in the waffle camp, you will love these delicious cinnamon sugar waffles. They're soft and fluffy on the inside and crisp on the outside. A dusting of cinnamon sugar while they're hot makes for a delicious caramelized crust!

Cinnamon Sugar Waffles

Our cinnamon sugar waffles are crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. The cinnamon sugar crust keeps your waffles from getting too soggy. Quick and tasty!

6 waffles

Ingredients: granulated sugar, cinnamon, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, cream of Tartar, baking soda, salt, eggs, buttermilk, butterr, vanilla extract

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4. Cinnamon Oatmeal Pancakes

We love this quick and easy pancake recipe because it uses oat and whole wheat flour both of which lend themselves to helping us feel full and satisfied for a longer period of time - not to mention they are so delicious! They are not overly sweet, which makes them perfect for a healthy portion of your favorite syrup - might we suggest our homemade apple (also listed below) or butter pecan syrup?

Cinnamon Oatmeal Pancakes

These cinnamon oatmeal pancakes are not too sweet and are the perfect canvas for your favorite breakfast syrup or pancake topping. They taste particularly great with our homemade apple or butter pecan syrup!

6 5-inch diameter pancakes

Ingredients: rolled oats, all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, salt, buttermilk, eggs, butter

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5. Pineapple French Toast

If you have 20 minutes, then you have time to make this tasty pineapple French toast. It doesn't even need syrup, but we have a selection of easy breakfast syrups for you to try.

Pineapple French Toast

This pineapple French toast is delicious and very similar to pineapple upside down cake. It's like having dessert for breakfast. It's a guaranteed crowd pleaser and quick and easy to make!

4 servings

Ingredients: bread, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, butter, brown sugar, pineapple rings

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Egg Dishes

6. Breakfast Quesadilla

Do you love quesadillas? Have you ever tried them for breakfast? This is no appetizer, it is a hearty breakfast meal all on its own, and 30 minutes or less is all that it takes to have this beauty on your table.

Breakfast Quesadilla

Quick and easy breakfast quesadilla featuring scrambled eggs, chorizo, red bell peppers, Mexican cheese blend, mozzarella and a delicious roasted tomato salsa. Ready in 30 minutes or less!

6 servings

Ingredients: tomatoes, red onion, olive oil, salt, fresh cilantro, red bell pepper, chorizo, mozzarella, Mexican cheese blend, large eggs, salt & pepper, flour tortillas

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7. Breakfast Street Tacos

I have one word here "chorizo." That is the magic ingredient that makes these breakfast street tacos taste amazing. As complicated as they might look, they really do take only 20 minutes or less to make. 10 tacos + 20 minutes = winning the breakfast game.

Breakfast Street Tacos

These easy and tasty breakfast street tacos have more flavor than you can ever imagine. The toasted corn or flour tortillas, chorizo sausage, eggs, cheese, avocado, cilantro, and salsa combine to make one really amazing breakfast idea. They're also perfect for a Mexican-themed brunch party. This recipe is definitely a keeper. You can make them with fried or scrambled eggs whichever your preference. You can have these on the table in 30 minutes or less! Make the chorizo ahead and it will take even less time. Use gluten-free or low carb tortillas for diet-friendly options!

10 tacos

Ingredients: chorizo sausage, eggs, tortillas (street taco size), Mexican cheese blend, avocado, sliced red onion, cilantro, salsa, sour cream

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8. Breakfast Pinwheels

Are they an appetizer? Are they breakfast? How about both? Looking for a quick, easy and snazzy little appetizer for your next brunch gathering? Well, here you go. Ready in 30 minutes or less.

Breakfast Pinwheels

Our breakfast pinwheels are delicious and easy to make. They are a fun and unique breakfast recipe idea made with puff pastry, eggs and bacon. Don't want bacon? No problem! You can substitute your breakfast meat of choice or omit the meat altogether for a vegetarian version.

6 pinwheels

Ingredients: frozen puff pastry, bacon, large eggs, Monterey Jack cheese, Parmesan cheese, pesto, salt & pepper

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9. Phyllo Breakfast Cups

These little guys are not only cute. They're delicious! Parmesan cheese, people! Need I say more?

Phyllo Breakfast Cups

These adorable phyllo breakfast cups are so tasty and made with six simple ingredients. They look like little flowers. and will dress up your breakfast or brunch table, delighting your guests with both taste and style!

4 servings

Ingredients: frozen phyllo pastry dough, butter, Parmesan cheese, large eggs, green onion, salt & pepper

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Beverages, Sauces & Syrups

10. Homemade Raspberry Syrup

Got 7 minutes? Then you've got homemade raspberry syrup.
Who needs all of the preservatives in store bought syrup? We certainly don't, and that's why we love that this recipe uses only natural whole ingredients.

Homemade Raspberry Syrup

This homemade raspberry syrup is so good and takes literally minutes to make. It's a great alternative to store bought syrup. Serve it with your favorite pancakes, waffles, or French toast. It also makes a fabulous dessert topping!

8 servings (two tablespoons per serving, approximately one cup total)

Ingredients: raspberries, unsweetened apple juice, granulated sugar, agave syrup, lemon juice

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11. Apple Pancake Syrup

This syrup was made for our cinnamon oatmeal and cornbread pancakes and cinnamon sugar waffles (yes, it's good for waffles too!). Plus, nothing screams fall like this ground-breaking pancake syrup. You'll want to lick the plate.

Apple Pancake Syrup

This homemade apple pancake syrup recipe is not only easy but incredible tasty. It pairs perfectly with our cinnamon oatmeal pancakes and cornbread pancakes. It's ideal for your fall breakfast table or any time of year. Ready in less than 15 minutes!

11 servings

Ingredients: granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, unsweetened apple juice, lemon juice, butter

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12. Almond Roca Mocha

Who needs Starbucks? Make your own delicious brew at home. It takes less than 8 minutes. Seriously.

Almond Roca Mocha

Be your own barista. Make your own delicious almond roca mocha at home. Super easy. Super delicious!

1 serving

Ingredients: granulated sugar, water, almond extract, chocolate syrup, butterscotch syrup, espresso, milk, whipped cream, chocolate sprinkles or shavings

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13. Mixed Berry Syrup

Liked our raspberry syrup, this breakfast nectar takes only 7 minutes to make. What are you waiting for?

Mixed Berry Syrup

This delicious homemade mixed berry syrup is a fabulous topping for pancakes, waffles, French toast, crepes, or dessert. It's so easy to make and ready in 5 minutes or less!

14 servings (two tablespoons per serving, approximately one cup total)

Ingredients: blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, agave syrup, butter

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14. Lime Curd

Our lime curd is an amazing, delicious breakfast spread that you will love for biscuits, scones, toast and muffins. It's make-ahead and freezes well.

Lime Curd

Homemade lime curd is easier to make than you think. It's made from fresh limes and contains no artificial flavoring. In less than 20 minutes you can make a batch of fresh lime curd that you can enjoy with scones or biscuits, as a cake or tart filling or on top of ice cream or yogurt. It will keep in your fridge for a month and in your freezer for up to a year.

32 tablespoons

Ingredients: limes, unsalted butter, superfine baker's sugar, salt, large eggs

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15. Strawberry Compote

3 ingredients and 10 minutes. It doesn't get any quicker or easier than that. Excellent topping for your pancakes, waffles, French toast, and crepes. It also makes a great dessert topping.

Strawberry Compote

This perfectly sweet and versatile 3-ingredient strawberry compote recipe will reside in your recipe collection now and in the years to come. It's the perfect topping for pancakes, waffles, French toast, crepes, yogurt, and so much more!

2 cups

Ingredients: strawberries, granulated sugar, cooking sherry

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16. Simple Blueberry Syrup

I suppose you can buy blueberry syrup in the store, but does it contain beautiful whole blueberries like this? Your pancakes, waffles, French toast and crepes are just begging for this stuff.

Simple Blueberry Syrup

This delicious simple blueberry syrup is a great topping for pancakes, waffles, French toast, crepes, ice cream and cake. It's easy to make and ready in 5 minutes or less!

14 servings (two tablespoons per serving, approximately one cup total)

Ingredients: blueberries, unsweetened apple juice, granulated sugar, agave syrup, lemon juice

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Healthy Breakfast Recipes

17. Tropical Smoothie Bowl

Oh yes, I can never get enough of this stuff. Quick, easy and healthy. This is a great way to use your blender.

Tropical Smoothie Bowl

Our quick, easy, healthy and delicious tropical smoothie bowl has everything you need to do breakfast right. If you love tropical flavors you will love this smoothie bowl. Mango, bananas, pineapple, strawberries and Greek yogurt come together to create paradise in a bowl! Top it with homegrade granola, chopped macademia nuts, or coconut shavings for a tasty finishing touch! Ready in 20 minutes or less.

4 servings

Ingredients: Greek yogurt, mango, bananas, pineapple, strawberries

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18. Breakfast Couscous

A truly unique breakfast recipe that is also quick and easy. If you're tired of oatmeal, why not give this one a try?

Breakfast Couscous

This healthy, delicious and easy breakfast recipe is a great alternative to oatmeal. It is packed with nutritious ingredients and hearty enough to keep you satisfied all morning!

8 servings

Ingredients: water, dry couscous, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, honey, chopped dates, dried cherries or cranberries, slivered almonds

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19. Berry Yogurt Parfaits

Speaking of quick and easy breakfast recipes, these beauties reign supreme when it comes to quick and easy. Got 10 minutes? Then you've got breakfast!

Berry Yogurt Parfaits

If you're looking for a super easy and healthy breakfast recipe, our berry yogurt parfaits will fit the bill perfectly. They come together in a snap. Plus you can assemble them ahead in small mason jars and grab and go on those busy weekday mornings. They also make a beautiful festive presentation for the 4th of July, or birthday parties. These would also make a delicious and healthy dessert. Layer them with a delicious homemade granola as a great preservative-free, whole food alterntive to standard grocery store fare. Ready in less than 10 minutes!

4 parfaits

Ingredients: strawberries, honey, vanilla extract, plain Greek yogurt, granola, blueberries

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20. Peanut Butter & Jelly Breakfast Bars

I love a recipe with a short list of pantry ingredients. If you have rolled oats, peanut butter, and jelly, then you are well-prepared to make this quick and easy breakfast recipe today.

Peanut Butter and Jelly Breakfast Bars

These delicious baked peanut butter and jelly breakfast oat bars are incredibly easy to make and use ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry right now. Kid-friendly, simple, quick, and only 3 ingredients. Read on and see easy they are to make!

8 bars

Ingredients: uncooked oats, peanut butter, grape jelly

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21. Smoked Salmon Toasts

I am a huge fan of lox and bagels. However I am not a fan of the extra carbs that bagels bring. That's why I love these smoked salmon toasts, all the flavor of traditional lox and bagels, but fewer carbs.

Smoked Salmon Toasts

If you love lox and bagels with cream cheese for breakfast, you will love our smoked salmon wholegrain breakfast toasts! This great lower carb option provides fewer carbs than traditional bagels, yet it is just as hearty and satisfying. Other than toasting the bread, there is no cooking involved. You can purchase prepared smoked salmon in your grocery store, then it's just a matter of flavoring the cream cheese with fresh herbs, seasonings and lemon juice and assembling the ingredients on top of the toast. Easy peasy! Ready in 20 minutes or less. Equally good on your favorite flatbread or low carb bread.

4 toasts

Ingredients: cream cheese, fresh dill, lemon juice, salt & pepper, whole grain sourdough bread, smoked salmon, red onion, capers, fresh chives

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I hope you enjoyed these 21 quick & easy breakfast recipes. If you did, don't forget to grab your free cookbook featuring all of these recipes!