Healthy Recipes Cooking Methods Healthy Meal Prep Recipes Healthy Breakfast Meal Prep Recipes 16 Make-Ahead Breakfast Recipes with 5 Ingredients or Less 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 Published on September 3, 2024 Close Photo: Jason Donnelly Five delicious ingredients are all you’ll need for a healthy breakfast! Even better, these recipes are perfect to make ahead of time so you can enjoy your morning meal with minimal effort. You’ll want to try tasty options like our Berry-Orange Chia Pudding or our creamy High-Fiber Raspberry-Vanilla Overnight Oats for a nutritious breakfast that’ll make your morning a breeze. 01 of 16 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 02 of 16 3-Ingredient Overnight Berry Muesli Carolyn Hodges Using prepared muesli is an easy way to add different grains, nuts and dried fruit to your overnight oats, without needing to buy them separately. Opt for frozen mixed berries instead of fresh as frozen berries will release juices as they thaw in the fridge. View Recipe 03 of 16 High-Fiber Raspberry-Vanilla Overnight Oats Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman Get your day off to a healthy start with these raspberry-vanilla overnight oats. This grab-and-go breakfast delivers 8 grams of fiber, plus probiotics from kefir that may help support a healthy digestive system. We love sweet fresh raspberries to top off this easy breakfast, but any of your favorite berries or chopped fresh fruit will work well. View Recipe 04 of 16 Cherry-Pineapple Smoothie EatingWell Cherries contain vitamin E, vitamin C and polyphenols, nutrients that may help reduce inflammation in the body. The tart pomegranate-cherry juice pairs well with crushed pineapple and creamy yogurt. View Recipe 05 of 16 Strawberry-Chocolate Smoothie This creamy, rich strawberry-chocolate smoothie will satisfy any chocolate cravings. It's so decadent you might want it as a dessert, too. View Recipe 06 of 16 3-Ingredient Chia Chocolate Strawberry Breakfast Pudding Carolyn Hodges These chia pudding cups can be made ahead for easy breakfasts all week. Before serving, top with dark chocolate chips for a fiber- and protein-packed breakfast that tastes like dessert. View Recipe 07 of 16 Berry-Mint Kefir Smoothies Kefir is similar to yogurt, full of gut-friendly probiotics. But it has fewer carbs and a more drinkable consistency—perfect for smoothies. View Recipe 08 of 16 Two-Ingredient-Dough Bagels Traditional bagels are made with a yeast dough and boiled before they are baked. This much faster version uses a two-ingredient dough made from self-rising flour and Greek yogurt, which eliminates the need for a rise time. Sprinkle the bagels with your favorite toppings—like everything bagel seasoning—before baking. View Recipe 09 of 16 Mango & Kale Smoothie Casey Barber The blend of kale, mango, banana and orange juice gives this healthy smoothie an extra-fresh and tropical flavor profile. View Recipe 10 of 16 Strawberry-Pineapple Smoothie Blend almond milk, strawberry and pineapple for a smoothie that's so easy you can make it on busy mornings. A bit of almond butter adds richness and filling protein. Freeze some of the almond milk for an extra-icy texture. View Recipe 11 of 16 Granola & Yogurt Breakfast Popsicles These fun yogurt pops studded with fresh berries make a great on-the-go breakfast for a busy morning—perfect for kids and adults alike. View Recipe 12 of 16 Make-Ahead Smoothie Freezer Packs Smoothies are a great healthy breakfast for kids, but busy parents know there's no time for all that chopping and measuring in the morning rush. Make these easy DIY smoothie packs ahead of time and stash them in your freezer until you're ready to whir up a fruit-filled meal or snack kids will love. This makes enough for a workweek's worth of smoothies! View Recipe 13 of 16 Whole-Wheat Bagel with Peanut Butter Swap out a typical bagel with a mini whole-wheat bagel for a lower-calorie and higher-fiber breakfast. Pair with peanut butter to keep you fuller longer. View Recipe 14 of 16 Overnight Oatmeal You can assemble this tasty breakfast in the slow cooker in the evening and wake up to a bowl of hot, nourishing oatmeal. The slow cooker eliminates the need for constant stirring and ensures an exceptionally creamy consistency. View Recipe 15 of 16 Raspberry Overnight Muesli In this overnight muesli recipe, yogurt softens the oats to make them creamy and delicious. Don't have raspberries on hand? Try adding chopped apple, blueberries or dried cranberries instead to this healthy overnight muesli recipe. View Recipe 16 of 16 Ricotta-Berry Crepes Make a big batch of these easy 3-ingredient crepes to stash in your freezer so you always have a healthy breakfast on hand. A dollop of ricotta adds protein to a store-bought crepe, while the berries give a burst of sweetness and a little fiber. View Recipe Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit