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Discover 5 lazy day breakfast recipes perfect for slow mornings! From overnight oats and avocado toast to mug pancakes, these quick breakfast ideas are tasty, easy, and ready in minutes.
1. Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats
Ingredients
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 1 tbsp peanut butter
- ½ cup milk (dairy or almond)
- ½ ripe banana, sliced
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- Pinch of cinnamon
Instructions
- Add oats, peanut butter, and milk to a jar.
- Stir well until combined.
- Top with banana slices and honey.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight (or at least 4 hours).
Lazy Tip: Prep two or three jars at once so breakfast is ready for days.
2. Avocado Toast with Egg
Ingredients
- 1 slice whole-grain bread
- ½ ripe avocado
- 1 egg (fried, boiled, or scrambled)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Toast bread to your liking.
- Mash avocado with salt and pepper.
- Spread on toast.
- Top with cooked egg of choice.
- Sprinkle red pepper flakes if desired.
Lazy Tip: Keep hard-boiled eggs in the fridge for instant toppings.
3. Yogurt Parfait with Granola & Berries
Ingredients
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup granola
- ½ cup fresh berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries)
- 1 tsp honey
Instructions
- Layer yogurt in a bowl or glass.
- Add granola.
- Top with berries.
- Drizzle with honey.
Lazy Tip: Use frozen berries to save washing and chopping time.
4. One-Pan Breakfast Quesadilla
Ingredients
- 1 flour tortilla
- ¼ cup shredded cheese
- 1 scrambled egg
- Optional: spinach, diced tomatoes, or cooked bacon
Instructions
- Heat tortilla in a skillet over medium heat.
- Sprinkle cheese on one side.
- Add scrambled egg and optional fillings.
- Fold tortilla in half.
- Cook until golden and cheese is melted.
Lazy Tip: Make multiple at once and freeze for grab-and-go mornings.
5. Microwave Mug Pancake
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 3 tbsp milk
- 1 tbsp butter (melted)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients in a microwave-safe mug.
- Microwave for 60–90 seconds until fluffy.
- Top with syrup, fruit, or whipped cream.
Lazy Tip: Keep a pre-mixed dry batch in a jar to make it even faster.
Optional Variations & Substitutes
- Dairy-Free: Use almond, oat, or coconut milk.
- Low-Carb: Swap bread/tortilla for low-carb wraps.
- High-Protein: Add protein powder to oats or pancakes.
Storage & Reheating Tips
- Overnight Oats: Keep in the fridge up to 3 days.
- Quesadillas: Freeze in foil; reheat in skillet or microwave.
- Pancakes: Store in fridge 2–3 days, microwave 30 seconds before serving.
Nutrition Info (Per Serving – Approximate)
- Calories: 250–350 (depending on recipe)
- Protein: 8–15g
- Carbs: 20–35g
- Fat: 8–15g
FAQs
Q1: Can I meal-prep these lazy day breakfast recipes?
Yes! Overnight oats, quesadillas, and hard-boiled eggs store well in the fridge or freezer, making them perfect for advance prep.
Q2: What’s the fastest recipe from this list?
The microwave mug pancake — it’s ready in just 2 minutes from start to finish.
Q3: Can I make these recipes kid-friendly?
Absolutely! Swap strong spices for mild flavours and add fun toppings like mini chocolate chips or colourful fruit.
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