24 quick breakfast ideas

Healthy chia pudding

All you need is 20 minutes to put together this creamy, lightly sweetened breakfast, topped with quickly cooked apples.

Coconut flour pancakes

These have a lovely coconut flavour and go really well with coconut yogurt and fresh fruit.

4 ways to top your waffles

Check out these quick, fun, sweet toppings to give ready-made waffles a lift. All our toppings are easy and speedy, and are enough for four servings.

Cottage cheese pancakes

Using a blender to make these pancakes means breakfast is on the table in minutes. Top with your favourite chopped fruits and a drizzle of maple syrup.

Quick and easy porridge toppers

Give your energy-packed porridge a flavour boost with one of our vibrant, quick and easy topping ideas.

5 easy avocado on toast recipes

We love how quick and easy avocado toast is, so much so that we’ve found five new ways to make it even fancier. These simple recipes are perfect for a speedy breakfast or mid-morning snack.

4 one-pan egg recipes

Try our quick and easy solo brunch recipes that will jazz up your one-pan eggs. From punchy chilli eggs, to cheesy mushroom and brie omelette, these are made in a flash.

Almond flour pancakes

These have a lovely coconut flavour and go really well with coconut yogurt and fresh fruit.

4 quick crumpet toppings

Upgrade your crumpet with one of these quick, irresistible toppings, from easy rarebit crumpets, to eggy brunch crumpets with avocado and crispy bacon.

Mango smoothie bowl

A nourishing breakfast, brunch or snack, this lassi smoothie bowl is packed with mango and banana. Top with chia seeds and pistachios for crunch.

Bircher muesli with chia seeds

Bircher muesli is a Swiss invention from the turn of the last century. It consists of rolled oats, apple, milk and other ingredients – we've used chia seeds, yogurt and some extra fruit. This is best when it's left to soak overnight, so you'll have a healthy, fuss-free breakfast ready to go in the morning.

Blueberry breakfast muffins

Blueberry breakfast muffins might seem like an indulgence, but they don't have to be. A few little tweaks, like using flaxseed and yogurt, bring these in under 200 calories. We have plenty more muffin recipes here.

Energy balls

We’re seeing these little balls of energy everywhere – they're great to eat before exercise or when you feel as if you're flagging, as the simple sugars in the fruits will give you instant energy and the nuts, nut butters or oats will give you a slow release of energy. We’ve made three flavours, but you can create your own using the same idea. Chill until needed and they'll keep for five days.

No-bake breakfast bars

A healthy on-the-go breakfast or anytime snack, these breakfast bars are held together with dates and nut butter and provide a real energy boost. You can add a sprinkling of chia, flax or other seeds too.

Overnight bircher muesli with cherries, peach and coconut

This recipe for overnight bircher muesli with cherries, peach and coconut is a great healthy, make-ahead breakfast if you're short on time in the mornings.

PBJ breakfast parfait

Peanut butter is a breakfast staple and, as this fruity, tangy, crunchy creation proves, its potential goes far beyond simply topping toast.

Green vegetable smoothie

This nutritious smoothie is loaded with spinach, kale, banana and rolled oats – sure to give you plenty of energy to get the day started.

Breakfast oatmeal cookies

These healthy breakfast cookies are easy to make and full of wholesome ingredients, including fibre-packed oatmeal and fruit – ideal for breakfast or a mid-morning snack.

Breakfast smoothie bowl

Breakfast smoothie bowls are a big trend, and it's all about how you arrange your toppings. Experiment with different fruits, veg and any toppings you enjoy.

Breakfast berry fro-yo

Check out our quick and easy dairy-free breakfast pots. Packed with mixed berries, creamy coconut yogurt and crunchy granola, this recipe is great for a cooling breakfast on a hot summer’s morning.

Spicy fried breakfast rice

Check out our simple rice dish with spicy red chillis, salty-sweet bacon jam and soft-boiled eggs. This low-calorie breakfast recipe is easy and ready in 20 minutes.

Berry and nut butter porridge

Packed with nuts, fruit and oats, this hearty bowl is perfect for a post-workout breakfast.

Kefir, banana, almond and frozen berry smoothie

Full of good bacteria for your gut, this fruity smoothie recipe makes a great on-the-go breakfast.