Healthy Recipes Health Conditions Diabetes-Friendly Diabetes-Friendly Breakfast 19 Best Fall Breakfast Recipes for Better Blood Sugar By Camryn Alexa Wimberly Camryn Alexa Wimberly Camryn Wimberly is EatingWell's Editorial Fellow. As a food and mental health blogger, Camryn explores how food and cooking can help improve mental health and also be an avenue to connect with one's culture and heritage. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on October 28, 2024 Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Jessica Ball, M.S., RD, is nutrition editor for EatingWell. She is a registered dietitian with a master's in food, nutrition and sustainability. In addition to EatingWell, her work has appeared in Food & Wine, Real Simple, Parents, Better Homes and Gardens and MyRecipes. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Close Take advantage of the season’s best produce by making these tasty fall breakfast recipes! Each dish features seasonal ingredients like apples, sweet potatoes, spinach and cauliflower. They’re also perfect for those following a diabetes-friendly eating pattern since they are lower in carbs, calories, saturated fat and sodium. Options like our delicious Apple, Bacon and Sweet Potato Mini Casseroles or Roasted Sweet Potato Breakfast Sandwich will have you excited to start your day on a healthy note! 01 of 19 Feta, Egg & Spinach Breakfast Taco Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco It doesn’t get easier than this healthy breakfast taco that’s ready in just five minutes. Kale or arugula will work just as well if you don’t have spinach on hand. If you want an over-hard egg instead, and notice the egg is browning too quickly, add a tablespoon or two of water to the pan to help steam the egg and set the yolk faster. View Recipe 02 of 19 Apple, Bacon and Sweet Potato Mini Casseroles These sweet and savory mini casseroles are ready in just an hour. Refrigerate or freeze the leftovers to enjoy later. View Recipe 03 of 19 Roasted Sweet Potato Breakfast Sandwich Brie Goldman This hearty breakfast sandwich will keep you energized and satisfied until lunch, no problem. The roasted sweet potatoes become creamy on the inside, while the whole-grain English muffins are a great crisp contrast. Plus, there's protein from fried eggs, making this sandwich as colorful as it is delicious. View Recipe 04 of 19 Berry-Orange Chia Pudding Jason Donnelly Before you head off to bed, throw together this berry-orange chia pudding for a tasty shake-up in your morning routine. Chia seeds, a good source of healthy omega-3 fatty acids, are combined with creamy coconut milk, berries and orange juice that adds subtle sweetness and tang. The chia seeds transform overnight to create a thick, creamy pudding for a healthy grab-and-go breakfast. View Recipe 05 of 19 Spinach & Fried Egg Grain Bowls Photographer: Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn Wheat berries, a nutty-tasting whole grain with a pleasantly chewy texture, are the base of this hearty breakfast bowl recipe. The fiber-rich grain freezes very well, so cook up a batch to stash away for salads, bowls and more. Topped with spinach, peanuts and an egg, these bowls make for a satisfying breakfast. Sprinkle with crushed red pepper for extra heat. View Recipe 06 of 19 Chocolate-Swirled Pumpkin Loaf Bread Chocolate and pumpkin flavors pair perfectly together in this diabetes-friendly loaf bread recipe. View Recipe 07 of 19 Egg, Spinach & Cheddar Breakfast Sandwich Brie Goldman Fill yourself up with this ultra-quick egg, spinach and Cheddar breakfast sandwich. It's not only fast, but there's a good chance you already have the ingredients on hand that you'll need to pull it together, so you can skip a trip to the store before your busy week. View Recipe 08 of 19 Chai Chia Pudding Switch up your morning oatmeal routine with this so-easy chia pudding recipe. This healthy breakfast recipe has all the warm, spicy flavors of chai topped with creamy bananas and crunchy pistachios for added flavor and texture. View Recipe 09 of 19 Baked Eggs with Roasted Vegetables With 11 grams of protein in each serving, this recipe is great for breakfast. Start preparation the day before and chill overnight for minimal work in the morning. View Recipe 10 of 19 Breakfast Carrot-Cake Oatmeal Cakes Sara Haas Enjoy all the classic flavors of carrot cake in these healthy oatmeal cakes. Shredded carrot, raisins and walnuts are packed into each bite. Chopping the raisins helps distribute them throughout the batter. These oatmeal cakes are perfect for a grab-and-go breakfast, but also make for a great snack. View Recipe 11 of 19 Sweet Potato Waffles Photographer: Jen Causey, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn These sweet potato waffles are gluten-free thanks to gluten-free oats as a base. They are crispy on the outside and sweet and creamy on the inside, with just a hint of orange and spice. View Recipe 12 of 19 Huevos Rancheros Tacos When you combine these two Tex-Mex-inspired favorites, the delicious question becomes whether to enjoy them at breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner! Tacos Rancheros will become your favorite way to combine eggs and the classic flavors of tacos. View Recipe 13 of 19 Berry-Almond Smoothie Bowl A little frozen banana gives creamy texture to this satisfying smoothie bowl. View Recipe 14 of 19 Copycat Starbucks Spinach & Mushroom Egg Bites Jamie Vespa Skip the pricey Starbucks breakfast in favor of our oven-baked egg bites, which are packed with spinach and mushrooms. Enjoy these meal-prep-friendly egg bites as is, or serve with a dollop of salsa or hot sauce, or sliced avocado. View Recipe 15 of 19 Breakfast Apple-Cinnamon Oatmeal Cakes Ali Redmond These handy cakes are a great way to start your day. If you're in a hurry, toss one in a food storage container to enjoy once you get to work. If you have more time, pop one in the microwave for 30 seconds, then top with a little milk and enjoy! View Recipe 16 of 19 Carrot Smoothie Diana Chistruga This type of drink tends to be pricey in the big-city juice bars. Now you can make the recipe at home. View Recipe 17 of 19 Cauliflower Oatmeal Joy Howard We'll admit, a breakfast cereal made from a cruciferous vegetable sounds a little far-fetched—but our testers were pleasantly surprised by this warm and cozy recipe! Flavored with cinnamon, vanilla and just a touch of sweetness, it's a nutritious alternative to a grain-based bowl that adds a serving of vegetables to your morning meal. View Recipe 18 of 19 Apple Cinnamon Chia Pudding Switch up your morning oatmeal routine with this so-easy chia pudding recipe. It's made just like overnight oats: combine chia and your milk of choice, let soak overnight, then top with the classic flavor combo of apples and cinnamon, with pecans for added crunch. View Recipe 19 of 19 Cranberry Pancakes Start your day off right with these easy pancakes, packed with cranberry's sour spike. One of you can make the coffee and heat the maple syrup while the other makes the pancakes. It's instant relationship bliss. View Recipe Was this page helpful? 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