15 5-Ingredient Breakfasts to Make Forever By Camryn Alexa Wimberly Camryn Alexa Wimberly Camryn Wimberly is EatingWell's Editorial Fellow. As a food and mental health blogger, Camryn explores how food and cooking can help improve mental health and also be an avenue to connect with one's culture and heritage. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Published on April 26, 2025 Close Credit: Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Annie Probst Start your morning on a healthy note with an easy and tasty breakfast! These breakfast recipes feature no more than five ingredients, so you’ll have a dish that is simple yet satisfying. Plus, with four- and five-star reviews, they’re bound to be delicious. Popular options like our Creamy Orange Peel Smoothie and our Banana–Peanut Butter Yogurt Parfait will keep you fueled all morning long. Love any of these recipes? Tap "Save" to add them to MyRecipes, your new, free recipe box for EatingWell. 01 of 15 Creamy Orange Peel Smoothie Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Tricia Manzanero, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle This creamy smoothie makes the most of the entire orange—peel and all. In addition to cutting down on food waste, studies suggest that orange peel is a powerhouse for gut health. View Recipe Save 02 of 15 Slow-Cooker Oatmeal Photographer: Jacob Fox, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Food Stylist: Breanna Ghazali Making oatmeal in your slow cooker means you’ll wake up to a hot, nourishing breakfast. The slow cooker eliminates the need for constant stirring and ensures an exceptionally creamy consistency. View Recipe Save 03 of 15 Banana–Peanut Butter Yogurt Parfait Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl This yogurt parfait features a tasty combination of banana and peanut butter. It’s a classic pairing that also provides healthy fats and a boost of protein. View Recipe Save 04 of 15 Shredded Wheat with Raisins & Walnuts Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl This shredded wheat bowl is studded with raisins and walnuts. It’s an easy breakfast to reach for when you want something quick with plenty of fiber and healthy fats. View Recipe Save 05 of 15 Orange-Mango Smoothie Ali Redmond The vitamin C from the oranges helps support immune health, making this smoothie a great staple during cold and flu season. Plus, it tastes just like a creamsicle. If you don’t have almond milk, any other dairy or nondairy milk will work. View Recipe Save 06 of 15 Ricotta Toast with Peaches & Prosciutto Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek This toast is topped with a layer of creamy ricotta, sliced peaches and prosciutto, which offers the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. For even more flavor, drizzle the toasts with a bit of honey or balsamic glaze and garnish with a fresh herb like basil or mint. View Recipe Save 07 of 15 Berry-Green Tea Smoothie Heami Lee, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christine Keeley This vibrant smoothie is a refreshing, nutrient-packed beverage with plenty of anti-inflammatory benefits. It combines antioxidant-rich berries, green tea and omega-3-rich chia seeds with the natural sweetness of dates, blending into a delicious, healthy drink. View Recipe Save 08 of 15 Cottage Cheese Toast Ali Redmond This toast, made with whole-grain bread and topped with creamy cottage cheese, is just the beginning. We’ve added six variations, both sweet and savory, perfect for kick-starting your morning or powering through the afternoon. View Recipe Save 09 of 15 Cherry-Pineapple Smoothie EatingWell Cherries contain vitamin E, vitamin C and polyphenols, nutrients that may help reduce inflammation in the body. The tart pomegranate-cherry juice pairs well with crushed pineapple and creamy yogurt. View Recipe Save 10 of 15 High-Fiber Raspberry-Vanilla Overnight Oats Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman Get your day off to a healthy start with these raspberry-vanilla overnight oats. This grab-and-go breakfast delivers 8 grams of fiber, plus probiotics from kefir that may help support a healthy digestive system. View Recipe Save 11 of 15 Berry-Orange Chia Pudding Jason Donnelly Chia seeds, a good source of healthy omega-3 fatty acids, are combined with creamy coconut milk, berries and orange juice that adds subtle sweetness and tang. View Recipe Save 12 of 15 Salsa-Topped Avocado Toast Photography: Carson Downing, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop stylist: Gabe Greco Spin leftovers from taco night into this easy salsa-topped avocado toast for a quick snack or use it as a jumping-off point for breakfast by adding an egg on top. Single-serve packages of mashed avocado or guacamole can stand in for the fresh avocado. View Recipe Save 13 of 15 Lemon-Berry Ricotta Toast Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Annie Probst Creamy ricotta cheese keeps fresh, sweet berries in place in this quick and simple breakfast. Good, crusty whole-grain bread will make all the difference here. Blueberries, strawberries, blackberries or a mix of the three all work well. View Recipe Save 14 of 15 Peanut Butter & Berries Waffle Sandwich Sara Haas Whole-grain freezer waffles make the perfect base for a nourishing spin on the classic peanut butter and jelly sandwich. We use crunchy peanut butter to add texture, but you can swap in creamy, if you prefer. View Recipe Save 15 of 15 Creamy Strawberry Smoothie Photographer / Brie Passano, Food Stylist / Annie Probst, Prop Stylist / Holly Raibikis It’s hard to beat this recipe for a quick and easy strawberry smoothie. The vanilla extract acts as a great flavor backdrop that will work with most fruits. View Recipe Save Explore more: Healthy Recipes Cooking Methods Quick & Easy Quick & Easy Breakfast Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit