Finding the time to add breakfast to your morning routine can be a scary thought. However, it’s even spookier to think about how not eating breakfast can affect your health.

  • Breakfast kick-starts your metabolism and is linked to good health, such as better memory and concentration, lower cholesterol, and lower chances of diabetes, heart disease, or obesity. Read more
  • Breakfast is a really important meal for kids. Studies have shown that children who eat breakfast have higher test scores, retain information better, and tend to have more focus than those who do not. Read more

Below are some healthy and delicious breakfast recipes you can make ahead of time and enjoy all week long!

Veggie Quiche

Craving a savory breakfast? Then this easy veggie quiche recipe is for you! Separate out into individual servings and store in the fridge to help fuel your busy week.

Servings: 6
Total Time: 1 hour

Ingredients

  • 4 whole eggs
  • 2 cups low fat milk
  • 1 9-inch frozen pie crust, thawed
  • 2 cups chopped fresh vegetables or frozen vegetables, thawed and drained.
  • 4 oz. low-fat cheddar cheese

Blueberry Zucchini Muffins

Make these when you have some time, and then you will have something you can grab for breakfast before you run out the door.

Servings: 16
Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 large zucchini, grated, squeeze out excess water
  • 1/2 cup applesauce
  • 1/4 cup of nonfat milk
  • 3/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups whole-wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • Non-stick Cooking Spray (Olive or Canola)
  • 1/2 cup blueberries

Easy Oatmeal Pancakes

Pancakes are a great weekend treat. Consider doubling the recipe and freezing the extras. Then, pop them in the toaster for a quick weekday breakfast. Serve with some fresh fruit for a complete and nourishing breakfast.  Go easy on the syrup, or try them topped with fruit preserves or peanut butter.

Servings: 5
Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup pancake mix
  • 3/4 cup water or milk
  • 3/4 to 1 cup quick oats (or 1 to 2 packets of instant oatmeal)
  • 1 cup pancake mix
  • 3/4 cup water or milk
  • 3/4 to 1 cup quick oats (or 1 to 2 packets of instant oatmeal)

Note: Add eggs and canola oil if included in pancake mix instructions.

Don’t Have Pancake Mix? (Alternate Ingredient List)

  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1⁄4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup water or milk
  • 3/4 cup quick oats
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil

About the Author

Carla Paschal is Metrocrest Services Special Programs Coordinator. Before coming to Metrocrest Services, Carla worked as a Vice President of Marketing for Marsh & McLennan Agency and volunteered for Metrocrest Services’ Food Pantry and Holiday program.  As the Special Programs Coordinator, Carla loves working with volunteers to support Seasonal Programs like the holiday store.