Did you know breakfast is considered the most important meal of the day? It helps replenish your body after a night of fasting and gives you the energy you need to start your day strong.
But let’s be honest—between early mornings, school, and work, it’s easy to skip breakfast entirely. That’s why I’m sharing a couple of my favorite breakfast finger foods that you can prep the night before. They’re quick, delicious, and perfect for busy mornings.
Egg Cups
The first breakfast bite we have is egg bites. Egg bites are great for the morning because they are easy to eat quickly if you don’t have a lot of time, but also good for you and have protein.
What You Will Need:
- 3 eggs (This depends on how many you are making at a time, one egg per bite)
- Shredded mozzarella cheese
- Peppers and onions (optional)
- Salt and pepper
Instructions:
Step 1: First, start by preheating your oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit. Then whisk your eggs in a bowl and add salt and pepper, then pour them into greased muffin tins. Then sprinkle however much mozzarella cheese you would like on top of each one.
Step 2: This part is optional, but if you want, you can chop up some peppers and onions and add them to the eggs in the tin. You could also add meat if you would like, such as ham, sausage, etc.
Step 3: Bake them in the oven for 25 minutes. Once they are fully cooked, take them out and you can either eat one right then and there or put them in the fridge and reheat them in the microwave the next morning for 1 minute. Enjoy!
Granola Cups
This breakfast finger food is more on the sweet side, but still healthy. It is a granola cup filled with yogurt and berries, the perfect breakfast if you are not an egg-lover but still want to get your protein in. It will keep you full and is easy to eat when you are in a rush!
What You Will Need:
- 1/4 cup coconut sugar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 4 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 and 1/2 cups of old-fashioned oats
- 1/4 cup of pecans, chopped
- 1/4 cup of walnuts, chopped
- 1/2 cup of almonds, chopped
- 1 tablespoon of chia seeds
- 1 egg white
- 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon
- salt
Toppings:
- 2 cups of vanilla Greek Yogurt (I like Siggi’s or Oikos, but it is your choice)
- Drizzle of honey
- Berries (blueberries, raspberries, strawberries)
- Banana (optional)
Instructions:
Step 1: Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and greasing a muffin tin that can hold 12 muffins. To actually make the cups, start by melting your coconut oil and mix it with the coconut sugar until the sugar is dissolved.
Step 2: Then, in the maple syrup or honey, mix until combined. Add in the other ingredients such as the oats, pecans, walnuts, almonds, chia seeds, egg white, cinnamon, and salt.
Step 3: Then divide up your granola mixture and put an even amount into each one of your muffin tins. Press down the mixture and make sure there are no holes in the cups of the granola. Bake for 15-18 minutes until the granola turns golden brown. Before putting your toppings into the granola cups, make sure that they have completely cooled.
Step 4: Once they have cooled, you can top them with your yogurt, berries, and honey if you would like. Enjoy these granola cups!
Frequently Asked Questions and Answers
Q: Is it better to start your morning with protein or carbs?
A: I would say that both protein and carbs are very important macros to include in your breakfast. As carbs give you energy for the day, and protein will keep you full while helping build muscle and fight off sickness.
Q: How long after you wake up should breakfast be eaten?
A: It is important to eat breakfast within 1-2 hours of waking up to stabilize blood sugar levels and boost energy.
Q: What are some other easy breakfast finger foods I can prep ahead?
A: Mini breakfast burritos, overnight oats in jars, banana oat muffins, and peanut butter-stuffed dates are all great grab-and-go options that can be made in advance and stored in the fridge or freezer.
Q: Can I freeze egg bites or granola cups?
A: Yes! Egg bites freeze really well—just wrap them individually and reheat in the microwave. For granola cups, you can freeze the base (without toppings) and add yogurt and fresh fruit when you’re ready to eat.
Q: What’s the best way to store these breakfast bites?
A: Store egg bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Granola cups (without yogurt) can be stored at room temperature in a sealed container for 4–5 days or refrigerated if topped.
Q: Are these recipes kid-friendly?
A: Definitely! Both recipes are customizable, easy to eat with your hands, and can be made with ingredients your kids already love. You can even turn them into a fun make-your-own breakfast bar.
