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20 Make-Ahead Breakfasts for Vegetarians

Credit: Photographer: Greg Dupree, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer.
Credit: Photographer: Greg Dupree, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer.

People say breakfast is the most important meal of the day, so why not set yourself up for success with your morning meal? You can prep these vegetarian recipes the night before—or in the case of our Vegan Freezer Breakfast Burritos, months in advance—so you can save some precious time in the morning. Recipes like our Raspberry-Lemon Cheesecake Overnight Oats and High-Protein Chocolate-Quinoa Muffins make for an easy, delicious start to your day.

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These Overnight Oats Taste Like a Girl Scout Cookie

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Credit: Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle.

These overnight oats are inspired by Samoas (aka Caramel DeLites), the beloved Girl Scout cookies featuring chocolate, caramel and toasted coconut. Dates give the oats a little sweetness and caramel-like flavor, while a ring of coconut and a chocolate drizzle on top mimic the appearance of the cookie.

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The #1 High-Fiber, High-Protein Breakfast You Should Be Making

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Credit: Photographer: Greg Dupree, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer.

These raspberry-lemon cheesecake overnight oats taste like dessert for breakfast. A quick jam made with raspberries and chia seeds offer fiber to this recipe, while a lemon cheesecake-style topping adds a lovely whipped texture.

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The High-Fiber Breakfast You Should Meal-Prep This Weekend

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Credit: Photographer: Greg Dupree, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer.

This tropical-inspired coconut-mango turmeric chia pudding layers a creamy coconut base with a mango-date puree for a naturally sweet and fiber-rich breakfast. It’s meal prep–friendly and packed with plant-based protein and fiber to keep you energized throughout the mornin

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High-Protein Chocolate-Quinoa Muffins

Credit: Photographer: Alex Huang.
Credit: Photographer: Alex Huang.

Packed with protein from quinoa, cottage cheese and eggs, these quinoa chocolate muffins make a satisfying breakfast or snack. A touch of espresso powder enhances the cocoa flavor, while ripe bananas and dark brown sugar add sweetness and depth.

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The High-Fiber Breakfast You'll Wish You Started Making Sooner

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Credit: Photographer: Greg Dupree, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer.

This vibrant pear parfait layers spiced pear compote with creamy yogurt and a crunchy nut-and-seed topping for a satisfying breakfast. The mix of ginger, cardamom and cinnamon adds cozy warmth, while pomegranate arils bring brightness and a pop of color. It’s a fiber-rich, make-ahead option you’ll want to have on hand all week.

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High-Fiber Strawberry-Banana Baked Oats

Credit: Photographer: Alex Huang.
Credit: Photographer: Alex Huang.

These strawberry-banana baked oats are naturally sweetened with bananas and maple syrup and studded with juicy strawberries. A sprinkle of fresh fruit on top makes this dish feel fresh and delicious. Bake it ahead and enjoy it warm or chilled throughout the week.

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Spinach & White Bean Egg Bake with Feta

Credit: Photographer: Alex Huang.
Credit: Photographer: Alex Huang.

This savory, protein-rich egg bake combines spinach, white beans and feta cheese in a satisfying dish perfect for breakfast, brunch or a light dinner. Creamy cottage cheese helps create a soft, custard-like texture, while the oregano and crushed red pepper give the dish flavor.

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High-Protein Almond Butter & Strawberry Oatmeal Bars

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Credit: Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

These high-protein almond butter–strawberry oatmeal bars are a make-ahead option for busy mornings or afternoon snacks. Mashed bananas and strawberries naturally sweeten the bars, while almond butter and yogurt add protein and richness. Finished with a jammy strawberry swirl, these soft-baked oatmeal bars strike the perfect balance between comforting and energizing.

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High-Protein Peanut Butter–Chocolate Overnight Oats

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Credit: Photographer: Alex Huang.

These high-protein peanut butter–chocolate overnight oats offer a dessert-worthy flavor while delivering satisfying protein and fiber to keep you fueled. A swirl of peanut butter topping adds extra nuttiness just before serving. Prepare a batch ahead of a busy week for an easy grab-and-go breakfast.

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Chocolate-Banana–Peanut Butter Chia Pudding

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Credit: Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Craig Ruff, Prop Stylist: Prissy Montiel.

These make-ahead-friendly chia puddings taste like dessert for breakfast. A creamy yogurt-peanut butter topping adds nuttiness while cocoa powder lends chocolaty flavor to the pudding. Flaky sea salt balances the rich chocolate shell, creating a salty-sweet combination that you’ll love.

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High-Protein Morning Glory Muffins

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Credit: Photographer: Morgan Hunt Ward, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer.

Start your day with these high-protein morning glory muffins! Made with Greek-style yogurt, apples, carrots and whole grains, they’re naturally sweet and warmly spiced with a tender, moist crumb. A sprinkle of chopped walnuts and oats on top adds just the right amount of crunch.

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Raspberry-Banana Yogurt Parfait

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Credit: Photographer: Morgan Hunt Ward, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong, Food Stylist: Ruth Skipworth.

This quick and easy raspberry and yogurt parfait combines creamy Greek-style yogurt with fiber-rich fruit and crunchy toasted pecans for a gut-friendly start to your day. Layering the ingredients in a jar makes for a portable, pretty and protein-packed meal that’s ready in minutes.

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Lemon-Strawberry Frozen Yogurt Bites

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Credit: Photographer: Greg Dupree, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley.

These lemon-strawberry yogurt bites are the ultimate frozen snack, and they’re made without added sugar. Juicy strawberries are coated in tangy yogurt kissed with vanilla, lemon zest and a hint of warm spice before being dusted with a powdery layer of crushed freeze-dried strawberries.

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Gingerbread Baked Oats

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Credit: Photographer: Stacy Allen, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle, Food Stylist: Craig Ruff.

These gingerbread baked oats bring cozy spices and comfort to the breakfast table. A ripe banana and dark brown sugar add sweetness, while warm spices like ginger, cinnamon and cloves give the oats classic gingerbread flavor. It’s a make-ahead–friendly breakfast that’s perfect for busy mornings yet feels special enough for a weekend brunch.

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Overnight French Toast Casserole

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Credit: Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lindsey Lower.

This overnight French toast casserole transforms simple ingredients into a cozy, make-ahead breakfast. Since it’s assembled the night before, all that’s left to do in the morning is pop it in the oven—perfect for holidays, brunch gatherings or a comforting weekend breakfast. Serve it alongside yogurt and fruit for a satisfying meal.

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Vegan Freezer Breakfast Burritos

Having a stash of flavorful bean burritos in your freezer means you'll always have a satisfying plant-based meal ready for a grab-and-go breakfast on a busy morning or to take to the campsite for an easy campfire meal. Our vegan breakfast filling—made with tofu and prepared to mimic scrambled eggs—is tossed with beans, veggies and salsa for a delicious and ultra-satisfying meal.

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Parmesan & Vegetable Muffin-Tin Omelets

These simple veggie muffin-tin "omelets" are easy to make in the morning—or mix up the batter the night before. They're perfect for company or to take for an easy breakfast on the go.

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Baked Blueberry & Banana-Nut Oatmeal Cups

Credit: Jamie Vespa
Credit: Jamie Vespa

Muffins meet oatmeal in these moist and tasty grab-and-go oatmeal cups. The nutty flavor of the pecans and the sweetness from fresh blueberries and banana make for an extra-tasty snack or breakfast. Make a batch over the weekend and keep them in your fridge or freezer for quick and easy breakfasts all week. Reheat in the microwave for about 40 seconds. This healthy muffin recipe is a variation on our popular Baked Banana-Nut Oatmeal Cups recipe, by Carolyn Casner.

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Low-Carb Blueberry Muffins

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Credit: Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl.

Just because you're watching carbs doesn't mean you can't have the classic breakfast pastry. In place of all-purpose flour, nutty almond and coconut flours make these muffins fluffy while slashing carbs. A bit of brown sugar blunts the tartness of fresh blueberries. Make these ahead for a grab-and-go breakfast for the week.

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Strawberry-Banana Bread

Give classic banana bread a sweet twist with the addition of juicy strawberries. The combination of the fruits turns this simple quick bread into a bright, sweet breakfast bread, snack or dessert. For an extra-decadent treat, serve each slice with a scoop of sliced strawberries.

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This crunchy, nutty seed mix is an easy way to add fiber to your breakfasts, snacks, desserts and more. With six plant-powered ingredients, this DIY topper is a pantry staple you’ll want to keep on hand. Try sprinkling it over avocado toast, salads or a yogurt-and-fruit parfait.

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24 Mediterranean Diet Breakfasts You Can Prep the Night Before

Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD
Credit: Photographer: Sara Baurley, Food Stylist: Julia Levy, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
Credit: Photographer: Sara Baurley, Food Stylist: Julia Levy, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

Spend a little time in the evening preparing one of these make-ahead breakfasts, so everything is ready to heat up or grab and go in the morning. Whether you’re hankering for a freezer burrito with eggs, spinach and cheese or a jar of dessert-inspired overnight oats, the ingredients in these meals align with the Mediterranean diet (one of the healthiest and most customizable eating patterns to follow). Recipes like our Spinach, Broccoli & Mushroom Quiche and our Blueberry-Coconut-Walnut Baked Oatmeal make for a satisfyingly easy breakfast you’ll want to have on repeat.

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Spinach, Broccoli & Mushroom Quiche

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Credit: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen

This quiche is a high-protein dish that works for any meal of the day. You can enjoy it as a hearty breakfast, a light lunch with a side salad, or even a satisfying dinner alongside roasted vegetables. It’s the best way to get your veggies and protein all in one easy dish!

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Berry Crumble Overnight Oats

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Credit: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Clarie Spollen

With the perfect balance of creamy and crunchy textures, these berry crumble overnight oats will keep you satisfied all morning. The natural sweetness of the berries pairs beautifully with the cinnamon-spiced oat base, while the crumble topping adds a crunchy layer to each bite. 

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Blueberry-Coconut-Walnut Baked Oatmeal

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Credit: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel

This blueberry-coconut-walnut baked oatmeal gets natural sweetness from banana and dates with bursts of juicy blueberries and a nutty crunch from walnuts. This hearty dish is perfect for meal prep or sharing at brunch, offering a nutritious start to your day. Serve it warm with a dollop of yogurt.

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Strawberry Chia Pudding

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Credit: Heami Lee, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christine Keeley

This strawberry chia pudding is a convenient grab-and-go breakfast with plenty of anti-inflammatory benefits. Strawberries are loaded with antioxidants, while chia seeds offer omega-3 fatty acids, fiber and protein—all key nutrients that can help lower inflammation. This chia pudding is easy to prepare the night before and can be stored in the fridge, making it perfect for busy mornings.

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Get Your Greens Quiche

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Credit: photographer: Jen Causey, food stylist: Julian Hensarling, prop stylist: Josh Hoggle

This loaded vegetable quiche packs in the greens and skips the crust, making it easy to pull together while keeping all the savory flavors of a traditional quiche. We love earthy and tender-crisp collard greens in this quiche, but you can easily swap them out for another sturdy green like kale or Swiss chard.

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High-Protein Blueberry & Peanut Butter Chia Pudding

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Credit: Photographer: Jen Causey; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen.

This healthy breakfast is loaded with chia seeds that soak up a dreamy blend of almond milk and blueberries as it chills overnight, transforming it into a thick, creamy pudding that will fuel you for the day. A swirl of peanut butter and Greek-style yogurt add more creaminess along with protein.

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Apple Pie-Inspired Overnight Oats

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Credit: Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Skyler Myers, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco

There's no better way to usher in fall than apple pie-inspired overnight oats in the morning. Prep and store this easy breakfast ahead of time to have on hand for busy work and school mornings. You can substitute any nondairy milk for the reduced-fat milk, or try kefir if you want your oats extra tangy.

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Make-Ahead Freezer Breakfast Burritos with Eggs, Cheese & Spinach

Credit: Ali Redmond
Credit: Ali Redmond

Mornings just got easier with these satisfying breakfast burritos made with eggs, spinach, serrano peppers and cheese. These burritos can last for months in the freezer and reheat within minutes in the microwave, so keep a stash on hand for when you need a quick, healthy breakfast.

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Granola & Yogurt Breakfast Popsicles

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Credit: EatingWell

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.

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Tiramisu-Inspired Overnight Oats

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Credit: Photographer: Sara Baurley, Food Stylist: Julia Levy, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

Tiramisu, a classic Italian dessert, serves as flavor inspiration for these overnight oats. Instant espresso powder adds a touch of bitterness to the dish, which gets balanced by the sweetness of the maple syrup. We top each serving with yogurt for some tanginess, but you could also try swapping in ricotta. A dusting of cocoa powder on top serves as a nod to the dessert's iconic look. These oats are meal-prep-friendly, but if you find your oats becoming too dry as they sit in the fridge, add more almond milk until they're loosened to your desired consistency.

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Easy Loaded Baked Omelet Muffins

Protein-packed omelet muffins, or baked mini omelets, are a perfect breakfast for busy mornings. Make a batch ahead and freeze for the days when you don't have time for your typical bowl of oatmeal. You can also serve these fresh with fruit salad for a simple weekend brunch.

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Spinach & Cheese Breakfast Skillet

Eating a big healthy breakfast‚ like this 700-calorie hash-and-egg recipe‚ may help lower your levels of ghrelin, a hormone that signals hunger, and reduce snack cravings later in the day. Plus, research shows eating the bulk of your daily calories earlier in the day could help you lose weight. If you're looking for a lighter breakfast, this recipe can serve two.

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Muffin-Tin Omelets with Feta & Peppers

These Greek-inspired baked mini omelets are the perfect breakfasts on the go. Mix the batter the night before, and they'll be ready to bake in the morning. Once they're baked, you can keep these tasty omelet muffins in your fridge or freezer for future meals. Double score!

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Breakfast Beans with Microwave-Poached Egg

In Costa Rica, this popular breakfast bean dish is called gallo pinto, which means spotted rooster, referring to the dark beans amid the pale rice. We call for cooked barley here, but you can use whatever leftover cooked grain you may have on hand.

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Apple-Pie Bread

This easy everyday apple-pie bread makes a great breakfast-on-the-go with a cup of coffee. The fragrant spices typical of apple pie and the tender bits of baked apple inside also make it worthy as a healthy after-dinner dessert. Enjoy it warm from the oven with a pat of butter or cream cheese or keep it on your counter for a tasty treat during the week.

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High-Protein Lemon-Blueberry Muffins

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Credit: Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle, Food Stylist: Julia Levy

These lemon-blueberry muffins are so good, you'll think they came straight from a bakery. A sprinkle of sugar creates a nice crunch on the outside, while strained yogurt ensures the muffins stay moist on the inside. The yogurt also provides a boost of satisfying protein, making these muffins perfect for breakfast or snack time. If using frozen blueberries, there's no need to thaw them beforehand. They will add a purple hue to the batter, but it won't affect the delicious end result.

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Apple-Cinnamon Overnight Oats

It takes just a few minutes in the evening to mix rolled oats and almond milk and you have a head start on a healthy breakfast the following morning. In the morning, top the oatmeal with fresh fruit and toasted nuts. Make up to 4 jars at once to keep in the fridge for quick grab-and-go breakfasts throughout the week.

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Roasted Red Pepper & Spinach Egg Bites

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Credit: Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Styling: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster

This egg bites recipe is inspired by Starbucks' popular grab-and-go breakfast, with each bite filled with veggies surrounded by a light and creamy egg custard. Once you get the hang of making these, try switching up the veggies and cheese. You can also add grated garlic, chopped fresh herbs or even a few dashes of hot sauce to give them a little kick.

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Banana Protein Muffins

These healthy banana muffins are packed with protein thanks to ingredients like peanut butter and Greek yogurt, while white whole-wheat flour gives them a fiber boost. Serve them for breakfast or for a grab-and-go snack.

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Copycat Starbucks Spinach & Mushroom Egg Bites

Credit: Jamie Vespa
Credit: Jamie Vespa

Skip the pricy Starbucks breakfast in favor of our oven-baked egg bites, which are packed with spinach and mushrooms. Baking the egg bites in a hot-water bath creates a similar cooking environment to that of the sous vide method. The added moisture helps gently steam the eggs, creating an almost soufflé-like consistency. Enjoy these meal-prep-friendly egg bites as is, or serve with a dollop of salsa or hot sauce, or sliced avocado.

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Berry Chia Pudding

Chia seeds are a good source of healthy omega-3 fatty acids, plus they have fiber, iron and calcium. Here they're mixed with a fruity base and refrigerated until the chia seeds expand to form a thick, creamy texture similar to tapioca. Pudding for breakfast? We're in.

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Vegan Freezer Breakfast Burritos

Having a stash of flavorful bean burritos in your freezer means you'll always have a satisfying plant-based meal ready for a grab-and-go breakfast on a busy morning or to take to the campsite for an easy campfire meal. Our vegan breakfast filling—made with tofu and prepared to mimic scrambled eggs—is tossed with beans, veggies and salsa for a delicious and ultra-satisfying meal.

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Blueberry Almond 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 juicy blueberries and crunchy almonds and dig in!

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Pumpkin-Oatmeal Muffins

These healthy pumpkin-oatmeal muffins will get you in the mood for fall. Sprinkling the muffins with pecans adds a nutty crunch to every bite. Serve them for breakfast or as a grab-and-go snack.

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