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A collection of varied easy breakfast ideas made with few ingredients.

Classic Easy Breakfast Ideas with Few Ingredients

Enjoy three classic and easy breakfast ideas perfect for busy mornings, each requiring only a few simple ingredients, including Speedy Scramble in a Mug, Peanut Butter Banana Toast, and Quick Berry Yogurt Parfait.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Speedy Scramble in a Mug
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 2 tablespoons shredded cheese cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
Peanut Butter Banana Toast
  • 2 slices bread your favorite kind
  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter or almond butter, cashew butter
  • 1/2 ripe banana sliced
Quick Berry Yogurt Parfait
  • 1 cup plain or vanilla yogurt Greek yogurt for extra protein
  • 1/2 cup mixed berries fresh or frozen, thawed
  • 1/4 cup granola

Equipment

  • microwave-safe mug
  • fork
  • toaster
  • clear glass or small bowl

Method
 

Speedy Scramble in a Mug
  1. Lightly grease a microwave-safe mug with butter or cooking spray.
  2. Crack eggs into the mug, add milk, salt, pepper, and optional add-ins, then whisk thoroughly until frothy.
  3. Microwave on high for 45-60 seconds, then stir well.
  4. Stir in shredded cheese and microwave for another 30-45 seconds until set but moist; let stand for a minute before enjoying.
Peanut Butter Banana Toast
  1. Toast bread slices to your desired crispness.
  2. Spread an even layer of peanut butter over each warm toast slice.
  3. Arrange banana slices over the peanut butter.
  4. Optionally, drizzle with honey or sprinkle with chia seeds and serve immediately.
Quick Berry Yogurt Parfait
  1. Spoon half of the yogurt into the bottom of a clear glass or small bowl.
  2. Add half of the mixed berries over the yogurt.
  3. Sprinkle half of the granola over the berries.
  4. Repeat the layers with the remaining yogurt, berries, and granola, then serve immediately.

Notes

For the Speedy Scramble in a Mug, do not overcook the eggs; they will continue to cook slightly after removal from the microwave. For an extra kick in the Peanut Butter Banana Toast, a sprinkle of cinnamon can be added. When making the Quick Berry Yogurt Parfait, consider using fresh berries in season for the best flavor.