11 Breakfast Ideas Ready in 10 Minutes or Less

If you barely have time to grab breakfast on your way out the door in the morning, you’re in the right place.

These quick breakfast ideas are lightning-quick and ready in just ten minutes or less. Don’t be fooled, though. They may be quick, but they’re also filling and satisfying enough to keep you going all the way until lunch!

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Sourdough French Toast

French toast on a plate. — Photo Credit: Baked Collective

French toast may seem like a weekend brunch option, but we promise, it’s quick enough even for the busiest of days.

Just preheat the griddle, whisk together the custardy egg mixture, then dip the bread and cook. It’s ready in just 10 minutes but tastes like a slow, cozy morning.

Get the Recipe: Sourdough French Toast

Cottage Cheese Fruit Bowls

Three bowls of cottage cheese bowls. — Photo Credit: The Feathered Nester

Cottage cheese is a high-protein powerhouse and this recipe is ready in just five minutes. You can even meal prep these days in advance to take with you on the go.

Get the Recipe: Cottage Cheese Fruit Bowls

Egg in a Hole

Toast, egg and strawberries on a plate. — Photo Credit: Champagne Tastes

Egg in a hole is an old-fashioned breakfast favorite many of us probably grew up with. You simply cut a hole in a piece of bread, then cook an egg in it.

The bread toasts up nicely, and the over-easy egg turns into the most glorious sauce (or keep cooking for a firm yolk).

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Cinnamon Coffee Oatmeal

Ditch the oatmeal packets and make your own microwave oatmeal for an easy breakfast any day of the week. This version adds cinnamon and instant coffee for a flavor that will remind you of freshly baked cinnamon rolls and hot coffee.

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White Bean Avocado Toast

Two avocado toast on a plate. — Photo Credit: Vegan Huggs

If avocado toast isn’t filling enough on its own, take it one step further and add beans. The avocado bean mash only takes moments to prepare, and it will keep you going for hours.

Get the Recipe: White Bean Avocado Toast

Acai Bowl

No time to fuss with the griddle or toaster? Dump your favorite frozen berries, acai, banana, and milk into a food processor and blend until rich and creamy. Top with nuts, sliced fruit, and other yummy toppings for a colorful, fruit-forward breakfast.

Get the Recipe: Acai Bowl

Cottage Cheese Toast

This recipe starts with the basic formula of toast + cottage cheese but then offers suggestions for sweet or savory toppings to make it your own.

For sweet, try fresh strawberries with honey and cinnamon. Prefer something savory? Add tomatoes and balsamic glaze.

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Breakfast Sundaes

Breakfast sundae with berries. — Photo Credit: Dinner at the Zoo

This is a breakfast that looks and feels like a dessert but features all your breakfast favorites.

Simply add your favorite yogurt to a waffle cone bowl, then top with sprinkles, almonds, breakfast cereal, strawberries, and more. The kids will love this one too!

Get the Recipe: Breakfast Sundaes

Berry Beet Smoothie

If you struggle to eat enough vegetables every day, try adding them first thing in the morning. Earthy beets add a gorgeous color to this smoothie, but the flavor is mild enough for even the pickiest eaters.

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Avocado Everything Bagel

Bagel with avocado and tomatoes. — Photo Credit: Blue’s Best Life

Who says toast gets to have all the fun? This veggie-packed breakfast sandwich includes avocado, fresh tomato, and egg whites all on a toasted Everything Bagel.

Get the Recipe: Avocado Everything Bagel