12 Make-Ahead Breakfast Ideas
Make mornings easier with these make-ahead breakfast ideas. I’m sharing 12 delicious sweet and savory options to help you start your day with ease.
Mornings can be hectic, but a little planning ahead makes all the difference. And any morning I don’t have to think about breakfast (or work too hard to get it on the table for my family) is a good morning.
That’s where these make-ahead options come in handy! They take the stress out of busy mornings while still giving you something wholesome and delicious to look forward to. These 12 recipes are perfect to prep in advance, or make once in a big batch and store in the fridge or freezer to reheat as needed.
Make-ahead storage & reheating tips
- Make a big batch once and enjoy all week. Whether you make something over the weekend when you have more time, or want to cook once on Monday, make enough to last the rest of the week.
- Double or even triple recipes to last even longer. If prepping more than you can use in 1 week, store the rest in the freezer.
- Use the freezer. Cool items completely, then use airtight freezer ziplock bags and freezer trays. Portion items (see next tip) or place parchment paper sheets in between items to prevent them from sticking so you can grab only what you need.
- Portion before storing. Divide large batches into single servings (in individual containers or wrapped individually in foil or plastic wrap, for example). This makes grabbing breakfast easy and prevents thawing more than you need.
- Label and date everything. This is especially necessary when freezing! Write directly on ziplock bags or use masking tape. Most breakfast items keep 3–4 days in the fridge and up to 3 months in the freezer.
- Thaw baked goods overnight. Pull things like muffins and quick breads out of the freezer the night before and let them thaw in their wrappings on the counter.
- Reheat individual servings in the toaster or microwave. Pancakes and waffles are perfect for reheating in the toaster, either from the fridge or the freezer. Other dishes like eggs and oatmeal should be heated in the microwave in 30-60 second bursts, or as instructed in the recipe.
12 Make-Ahead Breakfast Ideas
Spinach & Tomato Egg Cups
These eggs baked with spinach, tomatoes, and parmesan cheese are perfect for any morning! Makes a full muffin pan, so you can bake once and enjoy all week.
Bran Muffins
These bran muffins are very hearty, but still moist and flavorful. I’ve filled them with banana, walnuts, coconut, cinnamon and raisins, but the mix ins are completely customizable.
The Best Buttermilk Pancakes
It’s not an exaggeration— these really are the best buttermilk pancakes! They’re light, fluffy, and full of flavor.
Sausage & Mushroom Breakfast Casserole
Sausage and mushrooms, bread, eggs, cheese and homemade mushroom gravy come together in this delicious make-ahead breakfast casserole. Individual portions freeze very well!
Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Bowls
These apple cinnamon oatmeal bowls topped with pecans and maple syrup are perfect for fall! With instructions to make the oats in a slow cooker, instant pot or on the stove.
Hash Brown Frittata with Spinach, Peppers & Ham
This hash brown frittata is filled with smoked ham, peppers, spinach, and cheddar cheese, all inside a crispy hash brown crust.
The Best Buttermilk Waffles
They’re golden brown and crispy on the outside, but soft and cakey on the inside, all thanks to a secret ingredient you already have in your pantry.
How to Make Easy Homemade Granola
Here’s how to make easy homemade granola to fit your cravings or what you have in your pantry. Make your next batch of granola just the way you want it!
Buttermilk Pancake Mix
Keep this easy homemade buttermilk pancake mix on hand for busy mornings. Just add water!
Raspberry Almond Baked Oatmeal
A comforting breakfast for cold winter mornings— baked oatmeal with almonds and swirls of fruity raspberry jam.
Sausage Gravy Stuffed Biscuits
These buttermilk gravy biscuits stuffed with creamy sausage gravy are a fabulous twist on a classic. Plus they’re both freezable and portable – perfect for busy weekday mornings!
Homemade Instant Oatmeal Mix
Skip the store-bought packets and instead spend a few minutes making your own instant oatmeal. Only four ingredients and still just as delicious!
Spinach and tomato egg cups + apple cinnamon oatmeal?! That sounds like the perfect balance of savory and sweet.