Not a Fan of Eggs for Breakfast? Try these 45 Non-Egg Recipes

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Looking to break away from the usual egg-based breakfast routine? I got you! I’ve gathered some of my favorite breakfast recipes where the star of the show is NOT the humble egg. From sweet to savory, get ready to explore a variety of tasty options that will kickstart your day in the most delightful way.

Pineapple Bread Pudding

Pineapple Bread Pudding by Gimme From Scratch
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One of my all-time favorite desserts is pineapple bread pudding! This delectable dish combines the rich flavors of caramelized pineapple with the comforting goodness of brioche bread, all topped off with a luscious pineapple brown sugar butter sauce. Trust me; this dessert is an absolute game-changer!

Get the Recipe: Pineapple Bread Pudding

Brazilian Acai Bowl

Brazilian Acai Bowl by Gimme From Scratch
Photo Credit: Gimme From Scratch

Smoothie bowls, an infusion of superfoods, have taken the culinary world by storm. This easy and straightforward Acai Bowl Recipe stands as a true classic among them. I’ll guide you through crafting the ideal acai bowl with fresh, uncomplicated ingredients such as acai, bananas, pineapples, and your favorite toppings. So let’s dive in to create this colorful healthy treat and leave those expensive café acai bowls in the dust!

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Homemade Strawberry Pop Tarts

Homemade Strawberry Pop Tarts by Dee Dee Does
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The perfect healthy on the go breakfast: Air Fryer Healthy Homemade Strawberry Pop Tarts. YUM! And they’re not just for kids – who doesn’t love Pop Tarts?

Get the Recipe: Homemade Strawberry Pop Tarts

Homemade Turkey Sausage Gravy and Biscuits

Homemade Turkey Sausage Gravy and Biscuits by Dee Dee Does
Photo Credit: Dee Dee Does

If you’re craving the comforting goodness of a classic dish but want to keep it on the lighter side, then this is the recipe for you: Homemade Easy Turkey Sausage Gravy and Biscuits. Dee Dee Does makes a smart and an easy swap here, using lean turkey breakfast sausage instead of the original sausage, so you can enjoy all the deliciousness without all the calories. And instead of making homemade biscuits, this recipe uses Pillsbury Reduced Fat Grands Biscuits. Talk about easy!

Get the Recipe: Homemade Turkey Sausage Gravy and Biscuits

Yogurt Granola Cups

Yogurt Granola Cups by The Bonnie Fig
Photo Credit: The Bonnie Fig

It’s no secret that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. A staple that will quickly become a new favorite are these crunchy yogurt granola cups. Top them off with your choice of yogurt and toppings for a delicious breakfast on-the-go!

Get the Recipe: Yogurt Granola Cups

Pumpkin Oatmeal

Pumpkin Oatmeal by Raepublic
Photo Credit: Raepublic

If you love pumpkin recipes, make this creamy pumpkin oatmeal for your next breakfast. All those fall flavors come together anytime you want them, whether it’s pumpkin season and you want to pair it with your pumpkin pie spice latte or just want a great way to start your weekday morning.

Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Oatmeal

Fruit Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing

Fruit Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing by Budget Delicious
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This 4 ingredient easy fruit salad recipe is the perfect spring and summer side dish! A colorful and flavorful array of delicious fruits and berries that comes together quickly and easily.

Get the Recipe: Fruit Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing

Grilled Corn Avocado Toast with Goat Cheese and Cilantro

Grilled Corn Avocado Toast with Goat Cheese and Cilantro by Life as a Strawberry
Photo Credit: Life as a Strawberry

This easy avocado toast is perfect for summer brunch! Creamy mashed avocado with fresh grilled sweet corn, goat cheese, cilantro, and a drizzle of lime juice.

Get the Recipe: Grilled Corn Avocado Toast with Goat Cheese and Cilantro

Peanut Butter Pancakes

Peanut Butter Pancakes by Homemade Hooplah
Photo Credit: Homemade Hooplah

These perfectly fluffy pancakes have a delicious hint of peanut butter flavor, making them a perfect match for tasty additions like chocolate, bananas, or both!

Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Pancakes

Warm Chia Pudding

Warm Chia Pudding by Health My Lifestyle
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If you love chia pudding but can’t wait hours for it to thicken, you’ve got to try warm chia pudding! It makes thick and creamy pudding in minutes. Packed with fiber, flavor, and naturally sweetened, it’s the perfect healthy breakfast or snack!

Get the Recipe: Warm Chia Pudding

Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies

Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies by Evolving Table
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Busy mornings have never been easier than with these Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies. Oats, eggs, mashed bananas, nuts and seeds are mixed together to create the best healthy recipe. Easily prep these ahead of time so they’re ready to grab-and-go when you are!

Get the Recipe: Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies

Strawberry Cottage Cheese Smoothie

Strawberry Cottage Cheese Smoothie by Life Around the Table
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If you’re looking for a high-protein smoothie that doesn’t require protein powder, you’ll love this delicious Cottage Cheese Strawberry Smoothie! Naturally sweetened with extra ripe banana and fresh strawberries, this smoothie is a sweet and creamy treat that honestly tastes more like a milkshake than a typical smoothie!

Get the Recipe: Strawberry Cottage Cheese Smoothie

Lox Bagel – Smoked Salmon Bagel with Cream Cheese

Lox Bagel - Smoked Salmon Bagel With Cream Cheese by Cooking Gorgeous
Photo Credit: Cooking Gorgeous

Make this easy yet delicious ‘Lox Bagel – Smoked Salmon Bagel With Cream Cheese’ for a stunning breakfast or brunch. Lox Bagel or Smoked Salmon Bagel is a scrumptious, elegant, yet fuss-free breakfast and brunch option to serve to family and friends. It consists of lightly toasted bagels topped with tangy cream cheese, smoked salmon (or lox) slices, cucumbers, briny capers, pickled red onions, and fresh dill.

Get the Recipe: Lox Bagel – Smoked Salmon Bagel with Cream Cheese

Banana Nut Muffins

Banana Nut Muffins by Vintage Kitchen Notes
Photo Credit: Vintage Kitchen Notes

We all need a healthier banana nut muffin, and these are fantastic for breakfast, brunch, or as a snack! Made with coconut oil, coconut sugar, and whole wheat flour, they are rustic but moist, delicious, and out of the oven in less than 40 minutes. They can also be frozen.

Get the Recipe: Banana Nut Muffins

Cinnamon Bun Style Baked Donuts

Cinnamon Bun Style Baked Donuts by Homemade Hooplah
Photo Credit: Homemade Hooplah

Moist and fluffy cinnamon bun donuts covered in cinnamon glaze, cinnamon crumbles, and vanilla frosting. Get the best of both sweet breakfasts in one!

Get the Recipe: Cinnamon Bun Style Baked Donuts

Vegetable Hash

Vegetable Hash by Health My Lifestyle
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Start your day on a hearty note with this vegetable hash—a colorful and satisfying dish that celebrates the vibrant flavors of fresh vegetables. The combination of red potatoes, bell peppers, mushrooms, black beans, and a medley of seasonings makes for a scrumptious and nutritious breakfast that’s both filling and full of flavor!

Get the Recipe: Vegetable Hash

Puff Pastry Peach Danish

Puff Pastry Peach Danish by Sweet Fix Baker
Photo Credit: Sweet Fix Baker

This Puff Pastry Peach Danish recipe is super simple to make; it’s crunchy and soft, with a layer of cream cheese filling, fresh peach slices with a hint of cinnamon, and topped with a drizzle glaze and almonds.

Get the Recipe: Puff Pastry Peach Danish

Monkey Bread

Monkey Bread by Spend with Pennies
Photo Credit: Spend with Pennies

If you’re looking for a fast and easy sweet breakfast, this recipe is as much fun to make as it is to eat!

Get the Recipe: Monkey Bread

Breakfast Hot Pockets

Breakfast Hot Pockets by Gourmandelle
Photo Credit: Gourmandelle

Looking for the most delicious breakfast in the world? Here’s how to make breakfast hot pockets – all vegan or vegetarian. You’re going to love it either way!

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Chocolate Banana Smoothie Bowl

Chocolate Banana Smoothie Bowl by Love from the Oven
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This Chocolate Banana Smoothie Bowl is a healthy and satisfying breakfast that tastes like a decadent dessert. Made with peanut butter and bananas, it’s delicious on its own or served with your favorite toppings.

Get the Recipe: Chocolate Banana Smoothie Bowl

Socca (Chickpea Flatbread) with Herb Salad and Yogurt

Socca (Chickpea Flatbread) with Herb Salad & Yogurt by Home Cooking Collective
Photo Credit: Home Cooking Collective

Socca, a specialty of Nice, France, is a thin pancake made from chickpeas. This easy 4-ingredient homemade socca recipe bakes in a cast-iron pan until golden-brown.

Get the Recipe: Socca (Chickpea Flatbread) with Herb Salad and Yogurt

Peanut Butter Granola

Peanut Butter Granola by Non Guilty Pleasures
Photo Credit: Non Guilty Pleasures

These chocolaty peanut butter granola clusters feel like an indulgent treat. But the delicious chunky granola is gluten-free, dairy-free, egg-free, refined sugar-free, and packed with a healthy dose of nuts and seeds.

Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Granola

Bananas Foster Pancakes

Bananas Foster Pancakes by The Littlest Crumb
Photo Credit: The Littlest Crumb

These bananas foster pancakes are the best way to eat pancakes. Ripe bananas are sautéed in a butter, brown sugar, cinnamon and rum extract sauce, with pecans and walnuts mixed in for some crunch. The banana foster sauce is then poured over a stack of fluffy, golden pancakes.

Get the Recipe: Bananas Foster Pancakes

Carrot Cake Slow Cooker Oatmeal

Carrot Cake Slow Cooker Oatmeal by Xoxo Bella
Photo Credit: Xoxo Bella

This carrot cake slow cooker oatmeal recipe is so delicious. It tastes just like carrot cake but has oats to make it an ideal breakfast or brunch option. This is a highly customizable recipe which can easily be made vegan friendly and you can tweak the flavor to your preferences. Although flavored instant oatmeal is convenient, making your own in a Crockpot is far better in flavor and nutrients, making this a winning recipe!

Get the Recipe: Carrot Cake Slow Cooker Oatmeal

Cream Cheese Avocado Toast

Cream Cheese Avocado Toast by Brunch and Batter
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Brunch and Batter will never get bored of avocado toast, especially when it’s paired with soft, creamy cheese and hearty bread. This Cream Cheese Avocado Toast is so simple, but the combo of avocado, cream cheese, and everything bagel seasoning reminds Brunch and Batter of lazy Sunday mornings. Add a splash of lemon for some acidity and it’s the perfect easy breakfast.

Get the Recipe: Cream Cheese Avocado Toast

Lemon Blueberry Scones

Lemon Blueberry Scones by Chocolates and Chai
Photo Credit: Chocolates and Chai

If you’re looking for a lemon blueberry scones recipe that results in super buttery English scones, that are packed with delicious blueberries and topped with some caramelised brown sugar to give it a delicious extra bit of crunch, then you’re in the right place.

Get the Recipe: Lemon Blueberry Scones

Greek Yogurt with Honey, Figs, Walnuts and Mint

Greek Yogurt with Honey, Figs, Walnuts and Mint by The Greek Foodie
Photo Credit: The Greek Foodie

Greek yogurt with honey, figs, walnuts, and mint is the most simple delicious dessert you can have daily. This healthy honey yogurt delicacy is also an excellent breakfast or quick snack.

Get the Recipe: Greek Yogurt with Honey, Figs, Walnuts and Mint

Tomato Toast with Whipped Feta

Tomato Toast with Whipped Feta by A Cedar Spoon
Photo Credit: A Cedar Spoon

Tomato Toast with Whipped Feta is a savory breakfast toast, snack or an appetizer. Sourdough bread is sliced, toasted with a garlic butter and za’atar and then topped with whipped feta, heirloom tomatoes and fresh herbs. You will love this fresh and delicious tomato toast!

Get the Recipe: Tomato Toast with Whipped Feta

Mango Protein Smoothie

Mango Protein Smoothie by Begin with Balance
Photo Credit: Begin with Balance

This easy mango protein smoothie is one of our go-to recipes for a quick, refreshing, and filling snack. It comes together with only a few simple ingredients and is packed with 36 grams of protein.

Get the Recipe: Mango Protein Smoothie

Cinnamon Swirl Bread

Cinnamon Swirl Bread by All Things Mamma
Photo Credit: All Things Mamma

This Cinnamon Swirl Bread is a sweet quick bread recipe with a ribbon of cinnamon sugar baked inside! The irresistible creamy glaze is the perfect finishing touch.

Get the Recipe: Cinnamon Swirl Bread

Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins by Watch Learn Eat
Photo Credit: Watch Learn Eat

These Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins are soft, fluffy, and flavorful! They have a sweet and tart lemon flavor. Both kids and adults love these homemade citrusy muffins. This quick and easy recipe is great for breakfast, brunch, snacks, and desserts.

Get the Recipe: Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

Dragon Fruit Salad

Dragon Fruit Salad by Peel with Zeal
Photo Credit: Peel with Zeal

This dragon fruit salad is full of tropical flavors and colorful fruits. Use white or pink dragon fruit for this easy fruit salad topped with a citrus and mint dressing.

Get the Recipe: Dragon Fruit Salad

Chocolate Porridge with Nutella

Chocolate Porridge with Nutella by The Cinnamon Jar
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If you’re a true chocoholic, this chocolate porridge recipe with Nutella delivers everything you want in a breakfast. All the comforts from a warm bowl of porridge, but with added chocolatey goodness. It’s creamy, filling and nutritious, just what you need to set you up for the day on a cold winter’s morning.

Get the Recipe: Chocolate Porridge with Nutella

Date Muffins

Date Muffins by Addicted to Dates
Photo Credit: Addicted to Dates

Incredibly fluffy and moist vegan date muffins naturally sweetened with dates and maple syrup and flavored with a pinch of cinnamon. These bakery-style muffins are studded with juicy date pieces and come together in just a few simple steps.

Get the Recipe: Date Muffins

Air Fryer Diced Potatoes

Air Fryer Diced Potatoes by Toshi's Table
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Air fryer diced potatoes are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Seasoned with spices and paprika to perfection, they are sure to be a hit! Enjoy them at breakfast, lunch or dinner as a delicious side!

Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Diced Potatoes

Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole

Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole by The Cookin' Chicks
Photo Credit: The Cookin’ Chicks

Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole combines all the flavors of ooey, gooey cinnamon rolls with the convenience of a breakfast casserole! Easy to make, ready for the oven in under 10 minutes, and perfect for Christmas morning breakfast, brunch, or a weekend treat!

Get the Recipe: Cinnamon Roll French Toast Casserole

Pistachio Banana Smoothie with Avocado

Pistachio Banana Smoothie with Avocado by Avocado Skillet
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This Pistachio Banana Smoothie with Avocado will be your new favorite smoothie recipe. It is rich with pistachio flavor and full of protein and healthy ingredients.

Get the Recipe: Pistachio Banana Smoothie with Avocado

Apple Pie Overnight Oats

Apple Pie Overnight Oats by The Healthy Epicurean
Photo Credit: The Healthy Epicurean

Meet apple pie overnight oats – an easy and absolutely scrumptious make-ahead breakfast! The vanilla maple overnight oats take just minutes to whip up and the sauteed cinnamon apple pie topping is to-die-for. It’ll be your new favorite meal prep breakfast!

Get the Recipe: Apple Pie Overnight Oats

Banana Protein Waffles

Banana Protein Waffles by The Dietitian Prescription
Photo Credit: The Dietitian Prescription

Introducing the ultimate breakfast sensation: our mouthwatering Fluffy Banana Protein Waffles! If you’ve been on the hunt for a morning meal that combines heavenly fluffiness with a delightful crispiness, your search ends here.

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Pomegranate Chia Pudding

Pomegranate Chia Pudding by Raepublic
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Dive into the delightful world of Pomegranate Chia Pudding, a recipe that combines simplicity with nourishment, ready in just a matter of minutes. This vibrant and nutritious dish is an ideal choice for anyone seeking a wholesome treat that marries pomegranate’s tangy sweetness with chia seeds’ health benefits, making wellness deliciously accessible.

Get the Recipe: Pomegranate Chia Pudding

Strawberry Croissant Recipe with Whipped Cream

Strawberry Croissant Recipe with Whipped Cream by Sweet Fix Baker
Photo Credit: Sweet Fix Baker

Get ready for a flavor-packed adventure with this Easy Strawberry Croissant recipe with whipped cream! Imagine biting into buttery, flaky croissants filled with fresh strawberries, whipped cream, and sweet strawberry jam; a simple, delicious, and perfect treat for any time of the year.

Whether you’re a kitchen pro or just starting, this treat is a breeze to make. With minimal effort, you’ll have a dessert that’s both stunning and incredibly tasty, and ideal for a Mother’s Day brunch, Valentine’s Day, delicious breakfast, with your afternoon tea, or whenever you want to treat yourself.

Get the Recipe: Strawberry Croissant Recipe with Whipped Cream

Brownie Batter Overnight Oats

Brownie Batter Overnight Oats by Basics with Bails
Photo Credit: Basics with Bails

Indulge in the delectable world of dessert-inspired breakfasts with Brownie Batter Overnight Oats. Satisfy your sweet tooth guilt-free with this easy-to-make, chocolaty morning delight.

Get the Recipe: Brownie Batter Overnight Oats

Blackberry Lemon Bread

Blackberry Lemon Bread by Live to Sweet
Photo Credit: Live to Sweet

This Blackberry Lemon Bread is a moist, flavorful lemon bread studded with fresh blackberries and topped with the most gorgeous blackberry glaze! With its fantastic flavor and dramatic glaze, this humble loaf earns a place of honor at any table!

Get the Recipe: Blackberry Lemon Bread

Cherry Turnovers

Cherry Turnovers by Blend with Spices
Photo Credit: Blend with Spices

Super easy, flaky and delicious puff pastry turnovers with homemade cherry pie filling and vanilla glaze. These little sweet pastries are best when served as breakfast or snack with a cup of coffee.

Get the Recipe: Cherry Turnovers

Cream Cheese Crescent Roll Danish

Cream Cheese Crescent Roll Danish by Aleka's Get Together
Photo Credit: Aleka’s Get Together

Using Pillsbury Crescent Roll to make Cream Cheese Danish is genius! It is an easy and quick way to make danish at home with minimal effort. This danish recipe his filled with a canned blueberry filling and an irresistable sweet cream cheese which happens to taste JUST like blueberry cheesecake!

Get the Recipe: Cream Cheese Crescent Roll Danish

20 Recipes That Use Egg Roll Wrappers: Appetizers & Desserts

peach cobbler egg rolls
Photo Credit: Chenee Today

This curated collection explores a variety of egg roll recipes, showcasing their versatility and proving they can be enjoyed for any occasion.

Read More: 20 Recipes That Use Egg Roll Wrappers: Appetizers & Desserts

15 Easy Banana Dessert Recipes That’ll Steal the Show

best banana pudding pie with homemade vanilla pudding
Photo Credit: The Reid Homestead

Got a bunch of ripe bananas sitting on your countertop and looking for an easy banana dessert? I got you covered. I’ve rounded up a collection of mouthwatering banana dessert recipes that will have you going bananas for every bite

Read More: 15 Easy Banana Dessert Recipes That’ll Steal the Show

14 Ways to Make Hummus Without Chickpeas

White Bean Hummus with Za’atar and Sweet Paprika by The Forked Spoon
Photo Credit: The Forked Spoon

While traditional hummus is made with chickpeas, there are other possibilities for creating unique and flavorful variations using different ingredients. From black bean to avocado to beet hummus, the options are limitless when it comes to crafting your own personalized hummus dip.

Read More: 14 Ways to Make Hummus Without Chickpeas

19 Creative Recipes to Make with Mandarin Oranges

Mandarin Orange Bundt Cake by This Healthy Table
Photo Credit: This Healthy Table

Mandarin Oranges are a versatile fruit that can be enjoyed in many different ways. These small, vibrant citrus fruits are packed with flavor and are a great addition to both sweet and savory dishes.

Read More: 19 Creative Recipes to Make with Mandarin Oranges

12 Unexpected Ways to Use Leftover Avocados

Avocado Deviled Eggs by Healthy Fitness Meals
Photo Credit: Healthy Fitness Meals

Most commonly used in salads, sandwiches, and as a topping for toast, avocado can also be incorporated into your cooking in surprising and delicious ways. Here are 12 unique and unexpected ways to use leftover avocado and they are far from boring!

Read More: 12 Unexpected Ways to Use Leftover Avocados

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I love to share recipes with real ingredients that are both sweet and savory (especially sweet:) My mission with Gimme From Scratch is to inspire you with recipes that will bring your families together in the kitchen. I'm introverted at heart but know how important socializing can be for maintaining good relationships, when writing not only am looking forward to sharing information - It's also building connections between readers who love good food as much as I do!

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