24 Quick & Tasty Breakfast Ideas, Leaving Cereal Behind

Kickstart your day with a delicious and healthy breakfast! This post is packed with 24 quick and easy ideas that are perfect for every mornings. We've got options for everyone, from sweet to savory, so you can find something the whole family will love.

With these recipes, you can whip up a satisfying meal in no time. From pancakes and waffles to toast and eggs, there's something for every taste. So skip the cereal and start your day off right with a delicious and nutritious breakfast!

Breakfast Burrito

Who says you need eggs for a breakfast burrito? This tofu breakfast burrito is the perfect hearty breakfast option. Roasted potatoes, tofu scramble, black beans, and sautéed greens. Get the recipe.

Cottage Cheese Pancakes

Healthy Cottage Cheese Pancakes are fluffy on the inside and slightly crispy on the outside. These delicious fried Cottage Cheese Patties will soon become your new favorite breakfast or even dessert. Super easy to make (under 30 minutes) and so good! Get the recipe.

Easy Banana Pancakes

These banana pancakes are super easy to make and give you the lightest and fluffiest pancakes ever! Plus, they have a delicious banana flavor you'll love! Get the recipe.

6-Ingredient Homemade Waffles

This is the best waffles recipe made with simple pantry ingredients in the comfort of your kitchen. These easy waffles are a tasty way to start the day. Make them for Sunday breakfast or brunch. Get the recipe.

Hot Chocolate-Stuffed French Toast

Chocolate lovers rejoice! It's time to take your regular French Toast recipe to another level. Stuffed with chocolate ganache and coconut cream, this recipe is sure to become your favorite decadent breakfast treat. Get the recipe.

Leftover Mashed Potato Pancakes

When you don’t feel like spending hours cooking, these Potato Pancakes are just the answer. Crisp and golden, these easy savory pancakes are made from mashed potatoes and a few delicious additions. They're good for breakfast, side dish, or even dinner. Get the recipe.

Croissant Muffins

This Cruffin recipe is a beautiful and delicious sweet pastry. Unlike a traditional Cruffin that features homemade laminated dough, my Cruffin is made with yeast which makes the whole process so much easier. Get the recipe.

Crispy Apple Pie Hand Rolls

These Apple Pie Egg Rolls are crispy on the outside with a tangy and moderately sweet green apple filling. They make a great choice for breakfast or brunch. Get the recipe.

Moroccan Semolina Pancakes

Moroccan Semolina Pancakes are one of a kind breakfast recipe that is sure to impress anyone. Uniquely spongy, lacy and easy to make, these beautiful vegan pancakes are perfect for a cozy weekend breakfast or brunch. Get the recipe.

Chocolate Baked Oatmeal with Cherries

Chocolate Baked Oatmeal for breakfast? - Yes, please! These delicious oats are loaded with good-for-you ingredients like fresh cherries, walnuts, and cacao powder. It's a healthy breakfast recipe your family will love. Get the recipe.

Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

Try these super easy and delicious Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins with lots of lemon flavor, topped with a tasty lemon glaze. Sweet but not too sweet, with distinct acidity and flavor from both lemon juice & zest. Get the recipe.

Ham and Cheese Scones

Savory scones? Yes! These are rich, flaky and savory and feature ham and sharp cheddar cheese. Get the recipe.

Fluffy Apple Pancakes

People can't get enough of fluffy interior and crispy edges of these pancakes. Cozy, sweet and so delicious, these homemade pancakes are a staple on a weekend breakfast menu. The recipe is so easy to make and it will sure become a family's favorite. Get the recipe.

English Earl Grey Fruit Cake

This English Earl Grey Fruit Cake is a delicious and healthy treat without nasty ingredients. Easy to make, flavorful and pairs perfectly with your morning cup of tea or coffee. Get the recipe.

Breakfast Frittata

Frittatas are one of the most simple breakfasts you can make. They can be made small for one person or larger for feeding more people. Just pick your pan and adjust the number of eggs accordingly! Get the recipe.

Oatmeal Dutch Baby Pancake

This Oatmeal Dutch Baby Pancake is an easy-to-make, healthy breakfast recipe that takes minutes to prepare and can be adapted in a number of different ways. Get the recipe.

Blueberry Scones

Flaky pastry with a crunchy exterior loaded with plump juicy blueberries.

My blueberry scones recipe comes from a friend in Ocean City, New Jersey, who made the best scones I have ever tasted. Mine are close, but I will admit his were better. Get the recipe.

Avocado Sandwich

Simple Avocado Sandwich that you can make on a whim for breakfast, lunch or snack. Easy, healthy and always delicious. Get the recipe.

Bacon Egg and Cheese Bagel Breakfast Sandwich

Learn how to make a bacon egg and cheese bagel breakfast sandwich! This satisfying meal is loaded with classic breakfast flavors and will keep you going until lunch time and is a favorite breakfast at our house. Get the recipe.

Hash Browns

Hash browns are a classic breakfast dish loved by many. This simple yet delicious recipe transforms basic potatoes into a crispy, golden treat. Perfect for a cozy morning meal or as a side dish, these hash browns are easy to make and require just a few ingredients. Get the recipe.

Banana Upside Down Cake

This is the best easy banana upside down cake recipe. This simple and tasty recipe starts with a boxed cake mix and adds ripe bananas, butter, and brown sugar to make a gooey caramelized topping. It's going to be your new favorite dessert! Get the recipe.

Homemade Hot Pockets

These homemade hot pockets are a delicious copycat version of the store-bought convenience food. Filled with eggs, cheese, sausage and peppers, you’ll love this quick breakfast option that freezes incredibly well! Get the recipe.

Steak and Eggs Scramble Recipe 

Need a new recipe for your leftover steak? This easy steak and eggs scramble recipe is all you need. Make this the next morning after a tasty steak lunch or dinner, for a filling nutritious breakfast or brunch! Get the recipe.

Purim Fritters (Queen Esther’s Toast)

Classic French Toast gets a Royal upgrade! Queen Esther’s Toast, also called Purim fritters, is a sweet and festive Springtime treat. Get the recipe.