Though smoothies are one of my favourite ways to fuel my body in the morning, as we get deeper into Fall, all my body is craving is warm and comforting break-fasts (I’m sure you can relate)! So I thought I would compile a few Healthy & Warm Breakfast Ideas in this post to keep you fuelled, happy and healthy even when it gets colder outside. Hope you enjoy these Healthy & Warm Breakfast Ideas :).
Before we dive into this “list” of Healthy and Warm Breakfast ideas, I figured it would be a good idea to share a few tips on how you can get your kitchen Fall & Winter-proof. That way, you’ll have all that you need to make some of these warm breakfast ideas.
Here there are:
- Stock up on warming spices, which will naturally produce heat from within & hence keep you warm. You can easily incorporate them into your breakfasts, lunch, or dinners. Here are a few to keep handy at this time of the year: ginger, cinnamon, cardamom, clove, turmeric, black and cayenne pepper.
- Use plenty of seasonal fruits & try them stewed or roasted. To stew your fruits (simply place them washed into a pan with a bit of water and let it simmer until soft for a 3 to 5 minutes). Most fruits get even sweeter that way, so no need to add any sweetener when using stewed or roasted fruits ;). Some Fall//Winter fruits are: cranberries, pomegranates, apples, persimmons, pears, etc (anything you can find at your local farmer’s market at this time of the year).
- Get a toaster oven! Whether you use it to heat up some toasts or quickly roast some veggies, this is such a great tool to have in your kitchen at this time of the year. Since they are smaller, they are much quicker & easier to use than big ovens.
- Stock your pantry with healthy grain options to quickly whip up delicious morning porridges. Try: millet, quinoa, buckwheat, oat groats for thicker porridges with more texture than quick oats.
- Make good use of root vegetables and don’t be afraid to add them to your breakfasts too! See the ideas below on how to incorporate them into your morning meals.
So, now that you know how to prepare your kitchen for the colder months, let me share with you some:
Healthy & Warm Breakfast Ideas
1. Porridges
One of the first type of warm & healthy breakfast that comes to mind is most definitely porridge. Now, before you toss this one to the side, please know that they are many ways to jazz up your good ol’ porridge so that it doesn’t feel like you’re eating baby food ;). Here are a few ideas: add some interesting toppings such as various nuts, seeds, stewed/roasted fruits/ homemade granola, etc. You can also switch up the flavours (e.g. pumpkin spice, chocolate-banana, berries & nuts, peaches & cream, etc). Finally, add more texture with different grains (millet, quinoa, buckwheat or even oat groats).
2. Warm Soups
Who said that the only valid breakfast food has got to be sweet? No one! As a matter of fact, many people crave more savoury breakfasts at this time of the year – trust your body’s signals. If you’re feeling like something savoury; why not give warm soups a try? With some toasted seeds or a side of avocado toasts, it is the perfect breakfast!
3. Healthy Toasts
Sweet Potato Toasts*
These can be so versatile and so filling as well. Using healthy toppings such as avocados is a great way to make your breakfasts rich in healthy fibers, protein & healthy fat – all that you need to stay fuelled & keep your blood sugar levels happy all morning long. Alternatively, give sweet potato toasts a try too ;).
*Recipe for these Sweet Potato Toasts can be found in my 10-day sugar detox ebook:
Grab My 10-Day Sugar Detox Recipe Ebook by clicking: HERE.
4. Room Temp Smoothie Breakfast Bowls
Yes, it is possible to still enjoy your smoothies, even at this time of the year. Just skip (or reduce) the amount of frozen ingredients or ice that you would typically add to them. This will create some delicious and nutritious room-temperature breakfast bowls. Here are some of my favourite room temperature smoothie bowls:
Alternatively, you could also add warming spices & ingredients to your smoothies so that they can generate heat from within. Try adding some: ginger, turmeric, cayenne pepper (dash), black pepper, cardamom, etc.
5. Egg Casseroles & Omelettes
Deliciously Vibrant Frittata*
Eggs are already a popular breakfast food. You can make them over-easy, soft-boil them, scramble them or turn them into a delicious & filling frittata or omelette.
And though they have gotten a bad rep in the past (as many people think they raise your cholesterol; no they do NOT), eggs are actually a great health food for your whole body. They are rich in protein, healthy fats (found in the yolk), and a great source of vitamin A, E, B-6, B-12, folate and iron (excellent for energy). They are also a source of choline (great for your brain) carotenoids (excellent for eye health) and they help with satiety!
If eggs are part of your diet, make sure you choose high quality organic, free-range and even farm-fresh eggs if you have access to them.
*Recipe for this Deliciously Vibrant Frittata can be found in my 10-day sugar detox ebook; click the link below to grab it:
6. Breakfast Muffins
Savoury or sweet. The perfect on the-go or eat at home healthy & warm breakfast. Just pay attention to the ingredients you use. Make sure there is no refined sugars in them and that they are rich in dietary fibers, proteins and healthy fats.
7. Pancakes
Oh yes! Lately, I’ve become such a fan of having pancakes for breakfast, even during the week! It’s such a fun way to switch things up throughout the week. Here are two of my favourite recipes to use:
As with any other meal, make sure you avoid using super refined & processed sweeteners to create your pancakes. Stick to clean ingredients: rich in fibers, protein and healthy fats. And choose healthier sugar alternatives such as: real maple syrup, coconut nectar, or agave syrup. Use them sparingly, of course.
And there you have it, guys, 7 Healthy & Warm Breakfast Ideas. I hope you’ll try some of them and that they will keep you warm & energized throughout the colder months.
Bon appétit!
Sarah.
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