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Seriously Delicious 3-Ingredient Breakfasts for Busy Mornings

Updated August 27, 2021
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Think you don't have time for breakfast? Think again! Whether you're in the mood for sweet or savory, these 3-ingredient breakfasts make busy mornings a breeze. From chia pudding to muffin tin eggs, these recipes are perfect for a make-ahead or a quick morning meal.

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3-Ingredient Overnight Berry Muesli

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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.

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3-Ingredient Chia Chocolate Strawberry Breakfast Pudding

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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.

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3-Ingredient Sausage & Potato Frittata Muffins

3-Ingredient Sausage-Potato Frittata Muffins
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Made with just three main ingredients—precooked chicken breakfast sausage, frozen hash browns and eggs—these mini frittatas are quick to prep and perfect to make ahead for breakfasts all week. Look for frozen hash browns without added salt to keep sodium in check.

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3-Ingredient Tropical Greens Smoothie Packs

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Using a frozen tropical fruit blend is a handy shortcut for smoothies because it often contains both banana and mango, which add natural sweetness. Freezing the fresh spinach with the fruit is a great way to keep it from going bad before you can use it. Feel free to add a scoop of your favorite protein powder before blending.

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Strawberry Jam & Goat Cheese Waffle Sandwiches

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Frozen waffles might not seem like much on their own, but filling them with a sweet and savory combo of jam and goat cheese takes them to a new level. Assemble and toast multiple sandwiches at once, then freeze them to heat-and-eat on demand. Look for high-protein frozen waffles to bump up the satiety factor.

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3-Ingredient Baked Feta & Cherry Tomato Egg Muffins

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The baked feta and cherry tomato pasta became famous on TikTok and Instagram for good reason—the combination is delicious! Here we transformed this trend into a super-simple 3-ingredient breakfast option you can enjoy all week long. All you need to do is fill muffin cups with halved cherry tomatoes and cubed feta, then fill with beaten eggs and optional fresh basil and bake until set. It's an easy, oh-so-tasty way to start your morning

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3-Ingredient Egg & Mushroom Puff Pastry Rolls

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Heat-and-go breakfasts get an upgrade with these 3-ingredient savory puff pastries filled with scrambled eggs and mushrooms. A sheet of store-bought puff pastry makes assembly a snap. These are rich and flavorful on their own, but feel free to top the scrambled eggs with shredded cheese before rolling up the dough.

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Soft-Boiled Eggs & Soldiers

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Soft-boiled eggs with toast "soldiers" are a classic English breakfast. Simply cut toast into strips and serve with dippy eggs for a fun, kid-friendly breakfast recipe.

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Pineapple-Raspberry Parfaits

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You won't mind serving dessert on a busy weeknight after assembling these quick parfaits.

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Fruit & Yogurt Smoothie

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This easy fruit smoothie with yogurt recipe calls for just three ingredients--yogurt, fruit juice and whatever frozen fruit you have on hand. Mix up your combinations from day to day for a healthy breakfast or snack you'll never get bored with.

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Apricot-Strawberry Smoothie

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Combine fresh apricots with frozen strawberries in this healthy smoothie recipe for a perfectly frosty way to cool down all summer long.

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Overnight Oatmeal

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Here is an easy way to serve a crowd a hearty breakfast before facing the elements for a day of winter sports. You can assemble it 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. It is important to use steel-cut oats; old-fashioned oats become too soft during slow-cooking.

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Poached Eggs

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There are lots of ways to poach an egg. We tried 'em all. This was the winning method.

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Breakfast Parfait

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A little low fat dairy and some vitamin-rich fruit and you've just started your day right, nutritionally speaking.

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Strawberry & Yogurt Parfait

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This healthy yogurt parfait recipe combines fresh fruit, Greek yogurt and crunchy granola for an easy breakfast. Pack the parfait in a mason jar for a healthy breakfast on the go.

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Creamy Polenta

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This easy polenta takes only a few minutes of stirring before it's left to cook on its own to creamy perfection. If you have leftovers, chill them overnight in a greased pan, slice into slabs, brush with canola oil and broil until both sides begin to crisp. Serve as a side dish at supper or for breakfast with maple syrup or honey.

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Roasted Apple Butter

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Making apple butter in the oven, rather than on the stovetop, produces a delectable spread with a distinctive caramelized flavor. This is a healthful alternative to commercial varieties, which usually contain added sugars.

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    1 of 17 3-Ingredient Overnight Berry Muesli
    2 of 17 3-Ingredient Chia Chocolate Strawberry Breakfast Pudding
    3 of 17 3-Ingredient Sausage & Potato Frittata Muffins
    4 of 17 3-Ingredient Tropical Greens Smoothie Packs
    5 of 17 Strawberry Jam & Goat Cheese Waffle Sandwiches
    6 of 17 3-Ingredient Baked Feta & Cherry Tomato Egg Muffins
    7 of 17 3-Ingredient Egg & Mushroom Puff Pastry Rolls
    8 of 17 Soft-Boiled Eggs & Soldiers
    9 of 17 Pineapple-Raspberry Parfaits
    10 of 17 Fruit & Yogurt Smoothie
    11 of 17 Apricot-Strawberry Smoothie
    12 of 17 Overnight Oatmeal
    13 of 17 Poached Eggs
    14 of 17 Breakfast Parfait
    15 of 17 Strawberry & Yogurt Parfait
    16 of 17 Creamy Polenta
    17 of 17 Roasted Apple Butter

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