23 High-Protein Breakfast Recipes to Make Ahead 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 Updated on January 24, 2025 Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD Jessica Ball, M.S., RD, is the senior nutrition editor for EatingWell. She is a registered dietitian with a master's in food, nutrition and sustainability. In addition to EatingWell, her work has appeared in Food & Wine, Real Simple, Parents, Better Homes and Gardens and MyRecipes. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Close Credit: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Make your morning meals easier with these delicious make-ahead breakfast recipes! Each of these dishes can be prepped in advance, so you can have a tasty grab-and-go meal to start your day. Plus, every serving contains at least 15 grams of protein, giving you a healthy boost of energy and staying power. You’ll want to try out tasty options like our Sheet-Pan Loaded Quiche or our York Peppermint Pattie–Inspired Overnight Oats for a meal that will have you looking forward to hearing your alarm clock. Love any of these recipes? Tap "Save" to add them to MyRecipes, your new, free recipe box for EatingWell. 01 of 23 Sheet-Pan Loaded Quiche Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf This crustless sheet-pan quiche can easily serve a large group without the fuss of traditional quiche, and cleanup is a breeze. Simply cut the eggs into squares and serve as is, or sandwich each square in an English muffin for easy breakfast sandwiches. View Recipe Save 02 of 23 Raspberry & Peanut Butter Overnight Oats Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley Packed with fiber-rich oats, peanut butter and a burst of fruity flavor from fresh raspberries, this breakfast keeps you fueled for hours. View Recipe Save 03 of 23 York Peppermint Pattie–Inspired Overnight Oats Photographer: Hannah Hufham, Food Stylist: Nicole Hopper, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong These minty York Peppermint Pattie–inspired overnight oats come together in just minutes. The classic combination of mint and chocolate makes for a delicious candy-inspired breakfast. View Recipe Save 04 of 23 Breakfast Stuffed Peppers Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel Kick-start your weekend with these breakfast stuffed peppers filled with eggs, hearty beans, kale and taco seasoning. Keep it plant-based, or add more protein with additions like cooked crumbled sausage or chorizo. View Recipe Save 05 of 23 Cranberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats Photographer: Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong These fiber-rich cranberry cheesecake overnight oats will transform your breakfast into something special. Combining the tangy sweetness of cranberries with the rich, creamy flavors of cheesecake, these oats offer a delicious start to your day. View Recipe Save 06 of 23 Ham & Spinach Quiche Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hauser This ham and spinach quiche is ideal for any meal, from brunch to dinner and all the moments in between. This quiche skips the crust, making it incredibly easy to pull together even on short notice. Swap out the Cheddar cheese for Gruyère or use Swiss chard in place of the spinach for a slightly different spin. View Recipe Save 07 of 23 Cannoli-Inspired Overnight Oats Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel These cannoli-inspired overnight oats are a nutritious twist on the classic Italian dessert, perfect for a convenient and satisfying breakfast. This dish combines the creamy texture of overnight oats layered with the rich, sweet flavors of cannoli filling. View Recipe Save 08 of 23 Crustless Caprese Quiche Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell This light and fluffy crustless quiche is dotted with tomatoes, little bites of melty mozzarella and savory pesto. And the best part—it’s mixed, assembled and baked in a pie plate for easy cleanup. View Recipe Save 09 of 23 Black Forest Cake-Inspired Overnight Oats Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley From the rich chocolaty oats to the sweet, dark cherry yogurt base, enjoying these overnight oats feels like having dessert for breakfast in the best way possible. Dark sweet cherries are traditional for the classic cake, but you can replace the cherry yogurt and chopped cherry topping with another fruit if you prefer. View Recipe Save 10 of 23 Bacon & Brussels Sprouts Quiche Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless This crustless quiche is perfect for brunch! You can shred Brussels sprouts yourself with a sharp knife or look for pre-shredded sprouts with other prepared vegetables in your local grocery store. We love the smoky flavor of bacon, but pancetta is an easy substitute. View Recipe Save 11 of 23 Peanut Butter, Banana & Blueberry Overnight Oats Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Annie Probst, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek These overnight oats pack 17 grams of protein per serving thanks to Greek-style yogurt, peanut butter and soymilk. We sweeten these oats naturally with banana, and add blueberries for more fruity flavor. View Recipe Save 12 of 23 Sausage, Spinach & Mushroom Egg Bites Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel These protein-packed sausage, spinach and mushroom egg bites are the perfect little breakfast snack to tide you over until your next meal. Keep half the batch in the fridge for the immediate days ahead, and freeze the other half for later in the month when you don’t have time to cook but want a healthy bite to eat. View Recipe Save 13 of 23 Mixed Berry Cheesecake-Inspired Overnight Oats Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Marianne Williams, Prop Stylist: Tucker Vines These cheesecake-inspired overnight oats feature layers of sweet berries and creamy oats with a graham cracker topping, just like the classic dessert. Any combination of berries works well here. View Recipe Save 14 of 23 Potato Frittata Jen Causey This frittata is packed with fresh herbs and vegetables. Dill havarti adds a creamy, mild flavor to the dish. The frittata releases easily from the cast-iron pan, revealing a savory crust on the bottom that adds flavor and texture. View Recipe Save 15 of 23 Snickers-Inspired Overnight Oats Photographer: Stacy K. Allen, Props: Christina Brockman, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf These fiber-rich Snickers-inspired overnight oats have all the features of the famous candy bar—crunchy peanuts, rich chocolate and a buttery caramel drizzle over tender and tangy oats. Old-fashioned rolled oats work best here, as they keep their texture as they sit. View Recipe Save 16 of 23 Sheet-Pan Banana Pancakes Carolyn Hodges Prep a batch of these baked pancakes for easy breakfasts throughout the week. Reheat in the microwave or oven, then top with syrup, chopped nuts or fresh berries for a quick and satiating bite. View Recipe Save 17 of 23 Make-Ahead Freezer Breakfast Burritos with Eggs, Cheese & Spinach 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. View Recipe Save 18 of 23 Strawberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hauser These overnight oats are chock-full of classic strawberry-cheesecake flavors—from the rich cream cheese layers to the sweet strawberry base, this feels like dessert for breakfast in the best way possible. View Recipe Save 19 of 23 Callaloo Frittata Clara Gonzalez Eggs, potatoes, feta and greens come together in this sustaining breakfast that can be prepped in advance and enjoyed throughout the week. A beloved Caribbean vegetable, callaloo adds bright color to this frittata. View Recipe Save 20 of 23 White Chocolate Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup-Inspired Overnight Oats Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Catherine Jesse, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle Put a twist on your overnight oats with these jars inspired by the flavors of a popular candy. The white chocolate shell mimics the exterior of the peanut butter cup for a fun breakfast. Don’t skip the peanuts on top, as they add a nice crunch. View Recipe Save 21 of 23 Spinach, Mushroom & Egg Casserole Greg Dupree This delightful spinach, mushroom and egg casserole is layered with earthy cooked mushrooms and baby spinach, fluffy eggs and nutty cave-aged Gruyère that deepens the flavor. Serve this easy casserole for breakfast, brunch or even dinner with a green salad on the side. View Recipe Save 22 of 23 Peach Pie Overnight Oats Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling These peach pie overnight oats are packed with the classic flavors of peach pie, featuring warming spices and layers of cooked summer-ripe peaches bringing dessert-like flavors to breakfast. If peaches aren’t in season, you can substitute with frozen peaches—just thaw and drain them before cooking. View Recipe Save 23 of 23 3-Ingredient Bell Pepper & Cheese Egg Cups Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster Requiring just three main ingredients—bell peppers, eggs and shredded cheese—these portable baked eggs are simple to assemble and perfect for meal prep. View Recipe Save Explore more: Healthy Recipes Nutrient-Focused High-Protein High-Protein Breakfast Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit