These Breakfast Bowls are great for grabbing on the go before work or school. Easy to make ahead of time and freeze well so they’re always ready!
Mornings are so unpredictable. Between getting the kids off to school and getting ready for work, you never know what can happen in between. That’s why make ahead breakfast bowls are such a good idea!
By prepping your ingredients and bowls ahead of time, all you need to do in the morning is heat them up, sit down at the table, and dig in. They’re delicious, nutritious and keep you full all morning long!
Whether you’re busy in the morning or just don’t have time to cook, these bowls are the perfect solution!
What’s in a Breakfast Bowl?
Breakfast bowls are one of the best ways to get your day started off right. They’re packed with protein, carbs, and vitamins, so they’ll keep you going all morning long. Here are some of the ingredients you’ll need to make ahead breakfast bowls:
- dairy (eggs, cheese)
- veggies (peppers, onions)
- proteins (bacon, sausage, ham)
- carbs (potatoes, hash browns)
Equipment Used
- Pan – to cook eggs.
- Skillet – to cook potatoes.
- Aluminum Foil – to line a baking sheet to cook bacon in oven.
- Baking Sheet – to cook bacon in oven.
- Meal Prep Bowls with Lids – make sure to use ones that are freezer, microwave and dishwasher safe.
- Spatula – to cook potatoes.
- Slotted Spoon – to cook eggs.
- Whisk – to scramble eggs.
How to Make Breakfast Bowls
Prepare the ingredients – cook the eggs on stovetop however you like them, bacon on the stovetop or oven and the potatoes per directions on package and season to taste.
Prepare the bowls – divide the ingredients among the bowls leaving the lids off and allowing to cool. Optional: Top each bowl with shredded cheese.
Freeze – Once cooled, place lids on freezer safe bowls and place in freezer. When ready to serve, take lid off and heat to desired temperature in microwave.
Recipe Tips & Variations
- Add some variety by mixing up the ingredients.
- If you want to make things even easier, try using pre-made ingredients like frozen breakfast potatoes.
- Substitute scrambled eggs for sunny side up eggs.
- Use your favorite cheese to sprinkle over top.
- Make it meatless by omitting the bacon or sausage.
- Add your favorite veggies such as spinach, peppers or mushrooms.
Breakfast Bowl Ideas
There are lots of ways you can make breakfast bowls. They are so easy to customize to everyone’s likings. Here are five more breakfast bowls options to make so nobody gets bored.
- Sausage and Egg Bowl: Soft, fluffy eggs are cooked in a savory sausage mixture, making this bowl hearty and delicious.
- Bacon, Spinach, and Feta Bowl: A simple but delicious combination of creamy spinach and salty feta cheese makes this bowl irresistible.
- Country Breakfast Bowl: Sweeet potatoes, scrambled eggs and sausage links. It’s the perfect way to start your day!
- Sausage and Veggie Bowl: A mix of sautéed bell peppers and onions, coupled with melted cheese, sausage and eggs makes this bowl so filling.
- Quinoa Breakfast Bowl: This healthy dish is made up of quinoa, diced tomatoes, avocado, spinach, eggs and your favorite seasonings.
How long can breakfast bowls last in the freezer?
You can store breakfast bowls in the freezer in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
How do you reheat from frozen?
To reheat, just pop them in the microwave and cook to desired temperature.
More Easy Breakfast Recipes
Recipe
Make Ahead Breakfast Bowls
Ingredients
- 12 eggs
- 1 pound bacon
- 1 32 ounce bag Oreida hash brown potatoes
- Salt & Pepper to taste
- Basil to taste – optional to season potatoes
- Thyme to taste – optional to season potatoes
- Cooking spray
- Vegetable oil for potatoes
- Shredded cheese optional
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients – cook the eggs on stovetop however you like them, bacon on the stovetop or oven and the potatoes per directions on package and season to taste.
- Prepare the bowls – divide the ingredients among the bowls leaving the lids off and allowing to cool. Optional: Top each bowl with shredded cheese.
- Freeze – Once cooled, place lids on freezer safe bowls and place in freezer. When ready to serve, take lid off and heat to desired temperature in microwave.
Notes
Recipe Tips & Variations
- Add some variety by mixing up the ingredients.
- If you want to make things even easier, try using pre-made ingredients like frozen breakfast potatoes.
- Substitute scrambled eggs for sunny side up eggs.
- Use your favorite cheese to sprinkle over top.
- Make it meatless by omitting the bacon or sausage.
- Add your favorite veggies such as spinach, peppers or mushrooms.
Nutrition Disclosure
Nutritional facts are estimates and are provided as a courtesy to the reader. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. Nutritional values are calculated via a third party. Changing ingredients, amounts or cooking technique will alter the estimated nutritional calculations.
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