6 Quick and Easy Breakfast Ideas
While breakfast is the most important meal of the day, it doesn't always get the priority it deserves on a busy morning. If you are someone who struggles to eat a balanced breakfast in the mornings due to lack of time, read today's blog post for six delicious, easy, and fast breakfast recipes. We hope you love these recipes as much as we do!
Breakfast Sandwich
Who doesn't love a classic egg, meat, and cheese breakfast sandwich? Instead of stopping at a drive-thru, try making your own healthier version at home.
INGREDIENTS (MAKES 1 SANDWICH):
- 1 English Muffin
- 2 Eggs
- 1 Slice Low-Fat Cheese
DIRECTIONS:
- Toast the english muffin
- Cook eggs (pick your own desired style ... you can fry, scramble or poach your eggs)
- Place cheese and egg on english muffin
- Enjoy!
MACROS (PER SERVING):
- Calories: 325
- Protein: 24g
- Carbs: 27g
- Fats: 13g
SPICE IT UP:
- Add ketchup, hot sauce, pesto or salsa
- Add a slice or two of turkey bacon or sausage for extra protein
Egg White Bites
Egg white bites are a fantastic option when time is an issue in the mornings. If you make a batch of these and store them in the fridge to warm up throughout the week, you will have a delicious and well-balanced meal in just seconds!
INGREDIENTS (MAKES 6 SERVINGS):
- 8 Whole Eggs
- 1 Cup Egg Whites
- 1/3 Cup of Peppers, Onions, and Mushrooms
- 2-3 slices Turkey Bacon
DIRECTIONS:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees
- Mix together whole eggs and egg whites
- Chop pepper, onions, mushrooms, and turkey bacon
- Add veggies and meat to eggs
- Evenly fill muffin tin with mixture (after spraying non-stick spray)
MACROS (2 CUPS):
- Calories: 115
- Protein: 12g
- Carbs: 2.5g
- Fat: 6g
SPICE IT UP:
• Add hot sauce, salsa, or ketchup
• Add cheese on top of egg white bite when hot
Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Oatmeal
This oatmeal is so delicious, it will become your new breakfast favorite. We like to add a scoop of our AstroFlav MyoMix Whey Protein Isolate in chocolate peanut butter cup to the mix for a delicious protein boost!
INGREDIENTS (MAKES 1 SERVING):
- 1/2 cup oatmeal
- 1 scoop MyoMix Whey Protein Isolate in chocolate peanut butter cup
- 1/4 cup fruit (we recommend sliced banana and/or berries) and peanut butter for topping - optional
DIRECTIONS:
- Cook oatmeal in the microwave
- Stir in protein powder
- Top with your favorite fruit and peanut butter
MACROS (PER SERVING):
- Calories: 322
- Protein: 30g
- Carbs: 42g
- Fats: 6g
SPICE IT UP:
- Stir in 1 tbsp of peanut butter when oatmeal is warm
- Add syrup after you mix in protein
- Throw in some unsweetened chocolate chips
Berry Overnight Oats
This recipe is great to just grab and go. You can prepare it the night before a busy morning so you can just add your favorite toppings and enjoy without putting in a lot of work.
INGREDIENTS (MAKES 1 SERVING):
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 scoop IsoMix Whey Protein Isolate in French Vanilla
- 1/2 cup uncooked quick oats
- 1/3 cup mixed berries
- Glass jar
DIRECTIONS:
- Pour milk of choice into glass jar
- Add IsoMix Whey Protein Isolate in French Vanilla
- Mix in uncooked oats
- Store in fridge overnight
- Top with mixed berries and serve
MACROS (PER SERVING):
- Calories: 376
- Protein: 34g
- Carbs: 45g
- Fats: 8g
WAYS TO SPICE IT UP:
- Top with 1 tbsp peanut butter, a handful of unsweetened chocolate chips, or coconut flakes
Berry Protein Smoothie
This smoothie recipe is simple, delicious and quick to assemble! You can even make it the night before and store in an airtight mug so you can grab and go in the morning.
INGREDIENTS (MAKES 1 SMOOTHIE):
- 1 cup Almond Milk
- 1 cup Berries of choice
- 1 scoop IsoMix Whey Protein Isolate in French Vanilla
- 1/2 cup Ice Cubes
DIRECTIONS:
- Add all ingredients into the blender. Start with liquid, followed by powder, and finish with ice!
- Blend and Enjoy!
MACROS (PER SERVING):
- Calories: 245
- Protein: 26 g
- Carbs: 21 g
- Fats: 6 g
SPICE IT UP:
- Add flax or chia seeds
- Add 1 small banana
- Add 1/2 cup pineapple
- Add 1 tbsp peanut butter
Protein Waffles
Make a batch of these high-protein waffles ahead of time and place in the freezer to heat up for a quick breakfast during the week.
INGREDIENTS:
- 1/3 cup of Kodiak Cakes Waffle Mix
- 1 scoop your favorite AstroFlav protein
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup of water (you can add more or less to make your preferred consistency)
- 1/4 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
DIRECTIONS:
- Add all ingredients into a bowl, and stir until fully-mixed.
- Then, spray your waffle maker with cooking spray and pour the batter in.
- Cook the waffles and enjoy!
MACROS (PER SERVING):
- Calories: 309
- Protein: 32 g
- Carbs: 26 g
- Fats: 7 g
SPICE IT UP:
- Syrup (either Sugar-Free or Regular)
- Fruit of choice
- A couple of tablespoons of whipped cream
