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12 Healthy Make-Ahead Breakfasts for Busy Mornings

By: Holley Grainger, MS, RD

End the morning frenzies with these tasty, nutritious, make-ahead breakfast recipes created by registered dietitians. Whether you're batch cooking for the week, preparing an overnight dish or freezing leftovers for a quick reheat, each breakfast takes just a few minutes.

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Photo: Katie Serbinski, RD

Baked French Toast Cups

For a portable, kid-friendly breakfast that is lower in added sugar compared to many store-bought varieties and higher in homemade flavors, these little French toast cups are a dream! Make a batch on the weekend, freeze and reheat in the morning when you’re ready to eat.

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Photo: McKel Hill, MS, RD

Cinnamon-Puffed Rice Cereal

What are your requirements for a delicious cereal? Crunchy, sweet, filling and nutritious? If so, make a big batch of this simple, gluten-free breakfast cereal on your meal-prep day and enjoy it during busy mornings throughout the week. It is a must try since it can be made in under 30 minutes and tastes delicious both hot and cold.

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Photo: Gretchen Brown, RD

Super Easy Breakfast Cookie

Cookies for breakfast? Indeed! There’s nothing easier or more exciting for little ones than a nutritious (and equally tasty) cookie for breakfast in the morning. This quick stir-together-and-bake cookie gives you everything you want in a breakfast without the extra sugar and junk you don’t.

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Photo: Sally Kuzemchak, MS, RD

Yogurt and Flaxseed Waffles

Break out the griddle on a lazy weekend morning and make a triple batch of homemade, healthy waffles. Refrigerate or freeze leftovers in a large zip-top plastic bag, then pop in the toaster for a speedy breakfast during the hectic weekday morning rush. Top with fresh berries and a dollop of Greek yogurt. Get the Recipe