9 Healthy & Easy Breakfast Ideas For A Busy College Student
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9 Healthy And Easy Breakfast Ideas For A Busy College Student

I promise you, they really are easy, I make these ~weekly~ and early in the morn'!

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9 Healthy And Easy Breakfast Ideas For A Busy College Student

Sorry, "I didn't have enough time" isn't an excuse for your sugary bowl of cereal and milk anymore! I promise you, these breakfasts really are easyā€” I make these ~weekly~ and early in the morn'!

Here's how to change your breakfast habits:

1. Egg Whites and Avocado ToastĀ 

Save time and buy egg whites in a carton! This way, you don't have to separate the yolk from every egg. (BTW, you need Trader Joes' Everything But The Bagel seasoning if you're going to make avocado toast in your lifetime).

2. PB Banana Toast

I use PB2 and Dave's Killer Bread for my peanut butter banana toast! Sometimes I substitute crunchy almond butter. So quick and yummy.

3. Yogurt, Granola, and Fruit

Grab the Chobani, ladies!

This is the perfect (and refreshing) breakfast before a day of classes. I use Chobani or Oikos non-flat plain Greek yogurt with Bear Naked or Nature Valley protein granola, topped with strawberries and bananas! (Add a honey drizzle if you need a little sweetness).

4. OatmealĀ 

A personal go-to of mine and carb heaven. Warm oatmeal in the mornings (and even as a nightcap) is a favorite of mine. Quaker Oats has so many different packs you can choose from (I go with the instant variety packs) to pop in the microwave.

Don't be afraid to add some toppings either! Bananas, strawberries, blueberries, peanut butter, and chia seeds are some of my go-to add ons!

5. Overnight Oats

Usually, people love 'em or hate 'em, but they take zero prep time because it's all done the night before. I usually mix 1 packet of instant oatmeal, 1/4 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon PB2, non-measured amount of nonfat milk, and any fruit in Tupperware and leave it overnight to enjoy the next morning!

6. Protein Bar

Now...you may be thinking this is totally contradictory to the purpose of this article, however, it's not. A protein bar is the absolute quickest, on-the-go breakfast if you oversleep or really have zero time! It's not "unhealthy" and does have a lot of great nutritional benefits if you're using it correctly as a supplement and not as a meal replacer. Be smart about it.

7. Egg Scramble

Use eggs or egg whites and make your own "everything but the kitchen sink" scramble in the morning. Add some spinach, avocado, veggies, etc...

It doesn't take as long as you think it does!

8. Two Ingredient Pancakes

It only takes 2 eggs and 1 banana. Mix it all up and you have a simple and easy pancake batter. Get to it!

9. Apple and Almond Butter

Another good one for running out the door! (I opt for crunchy almond butter-- just make sure you don't go overboard)!

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