Mornings tend to be the most stressful part of the day. Take one task off of your plate and free up precious time in the mornings by always having your freezer stocked with some family friendly breakfast freezer meals ready to go!
💡 Tips to Getting Started with Breakfast Freezer Meals
It doesn’t matter if you are a seasoned meal prepper or just starting out, breakfast is the one meal that makes the biggest difference for making ahead! If you’re anything like me, you’re going to need some help to go from scrambling to crank out three meals a day to meal prepping 14-21 meals at a time. It’s not only possible, but with a bit of coaching, it will become EASY! Let’s start off with prepping for easy breakfasts.
📝 Step-By-Step Prep for Easy Breakfast Meals
Let’s start by setting you up for success. There are a few steps we need to take to plan for the breakfast freezer meals prep session.
- On Sunday, decide what you are going to make for your breakfasts for the upcoming week. Let’s just plan for Monday-Friday. That’s it. The nice thing with breakfast is that so many of the common meals are meal-prep friendly. I’ll give you a bunch of ideas below to get you started. I like to choose two or three breakfast ideas to prep so I am not eating the same thing day after day.
- Decide what is going to work for you and make a list of ingredients you need to shop for. Grab a copy of the shopping list here and don’t forget to check your pantry to see if you have items before you spend any money.
- It’s time to prepare the breakfasts. Print out the instructions below and make the meals assembly line style. All of these are freezer friendly, so it’s easy to wrap them and store.
- Each breakfast below should yield enough for at least five days. That is perfect to grab one and head off to work without stopping by an overpriced coffee shop for a snack to tide you over until lunch.
⏱️ Freezer Storage Times
Print out a copy of the free Two Page Freezer Storage Times that is loaded with additional freezer meal prep tips and tricks. It will walk you through how long different foods last in the freezer. Spoiler Alert: If you just make enough for one to two weeks, you’ll be well within the range of keeping the food fresh.
That is it! It is really three simple steps! Decide, shop and prep. Once you get going, you’ll find that it takes less and less time each week because you no longer need to think and research so much! I promise, it gets a lot easier the more you do it.
Benefits of Breakfast Freezer Meals
- Saves time. Prepping your breakfasts frees up so much time during the week.
- Saves money. Planning ahead allows you to go into the grocery store knowing exactly what you need – and it eliminates “gathering”.
- Saves stress. Mornings are hard enough as it is. If you have kids, you have to worry about getting them out the door too. Breakfast usually falls by the way if it isn’t ready to go already. Just think about how nice it is to grab a ready-made meal without having to spend a lot of time.
- Saves calories. Because you have prepped everything, you can plan for healthier meals instead of grabbing whatever you see at the cafeteria at work (yuk!) or at a drive-thru (double yuk!) on your way to work. Think of the pounds you can drop by just being a prepper!
🧊 Freezer Storage
The most common storage containers are:
- A simple saran wrap or press-n-seal. Great for breakfast burritos! Just sayin’!
- Freezer Jars. These are mason or ball jars that are rated for the freezer. You’ll know they are freezer friendly if they have a small snowflake on the glass. You can also get plastic freezer jars made by Ball. Both options are great for smoothies or yogurt-based breakfast. Frozen yogurt anyone?
- Ziploc freezer bags come in a variety of sizes and are some of the best ones to use. Press out as much air as possible before adding to the freezer to keep the food fresh longer.
- Freezer Friendly Storage Containers. Make sure to use the correct containers for the job. You don’t want any accidents! Make-ahead breakfasts often need microwaved, so keep that in mind.
Note: If you make up a double batch of a different breakfast freezer meal for the freezer each weekend you will have a variety to choose from in no time. If you think you will keep the food in the freezer longer than a week, double wrap them before they go in the bag. We use Press n Seal but use what you have to wrap up that breakfast sandwich and then put it in the bag. This also makes it a snap to grab one and go.
Breakfast Freezer Meals Recipes
I’ve put together a few lists with over twenty easy breakfast meal ideas to help you stock your freezer. Once you find favorites, start a Recipe Binder with all your pages printed out to keep your prepping easier. It will go faster when you know what your family likes and will eat each week. The lists are easy to use, just click each one to open it and check it out.
Egg Based Freezer Recipes
The breakfast freezer meals on this list are egg-based sandwiches and burrito-style recipes for you. Eggs freeze extremely well, and you'll have a healthy and protein-filled meal. Make sure to freeze these recipes in individual portions so that your entire family can grab a quick meal on the go.
Add a little salsa to your breakfast with these amazing scrambled egg muffins. You can make-ahead breafkast easily in the oven with this recipe. Plus, you can customize the salsa for each person in your family! Try peach salsa, because I have a feeling you will love it.
Use the microwave to prep your eggs and sausage and then use this mixture in burrito wraps or bowls for a quick and easy breakfast freezer meal. Each serving takes two minutes or less. Change these up with ham, canadian bacon, or almost any omelet ingredient.
I love using muffin tins to make eggs in the oven. Once you've baked the eggs, you can eat them as is, or toss one on a breakfast sandwich. No matter how you serve up these eggs, they are a hit an are perfect to make ahead and freeze for breakfast freezer meals prep.
These breakfast sandwiches are great and take just 35 minutes to make. Whip these up and then freeze for a grab and re-heat style breakfast. Make sure to wrap each sandwich really well in a layer of parchment paper and then place them in a freezer-safe zipper bag for a breakfast freezer meal a la carte.
These egg cups heat up really well, and you can customize to fit your preference. If you want the baked eggs to be lighter, use egg whites instead of a whole egg. Make ahead breakfast ideas like this will help you streamline your mornings and avoid drive-thru food.
This is a great breakfast burrito freezer recipe that contains no meat. If you love meat, add some or make them just as you would like. This simple breakfast idea is both filling and tasty. It's so nice to have variety!
This breakfast casserole is loaded with flavor. If you don't eat it all right away, freeze it up. Then just reheat from frozen for a hearty and filling but easy breakfast meal. Customize this make ahead breakfast to suit your taste.
Skip the pan omelets and make this Western Omelette instead! Freeze it and then heat up straight from frozen. You get the flavors of a western omelet but in a casserole form. Breakfast freezer meals like this one can be frozen as individual servings, or you can freeze a few whole pans to take to friends and family who've had a new baby or surgery. Use disposable pans if you plan to freeze the entire thing whole, so that your potential recipients don't have a dish to return to you.
Bacon Avocado Ranch Egg Muffin Recipe {Paleo, Whole 30 Compliant}
If you are a fan of avocado, these ranch egg muffins will hit the spot. Toss in the freezer then grab and devour one by one. I love this simple breakfast idea because it avocado ups the nutritional value of the dish and the ranch flavor is something new and unexpected with eggs.
Black bean burritos are great and kids and adults can enjoy them. Frozen individually, this breakfast freezer meal can be reheated in the microwave as you head out the door. It's the perfect breakfast to take on the bus too!
Oatmeal Freezer Breakfast Recipes
Do you love oats? One of the great things about freezer breakfast meals that feature oats is that every breakfast on this list is fairly inexpensive. These oatmeal-based easy breakfast recipes are loaded with flavor and hearty oats. That means each one is a simple breakfast idea that will fill you up and keep you or your kiddos satisfied until lunch time.
This is a tasty oatmeal cup that you can make with leftover oatmeal, or make a fresh batch on purpose to freeze for later. This recipe is simple and reheats very easily. It's the perfect make-ahead breakfast! Customize this recipe with the toppings of your choice after it is reheated.
Baked oatmeal cups with banana and chocolate chips are a fun and delicious combination perfect for kids who hesitate to eat oatmeal. They are going to love the sweet fruity combo! Plus there is no need to pack toppings for this simple breakfast idea, it's heat-and-go.
Enjoy steel cut oats? Here is a great freezer-friendly steel cut oat recipe for you to give a try. Top each cup with chocolate chips, toasted nuts, coconut, holiday M&Ms, sliced apples, caramel sauce, preserves, etc. Proof that breakfast freezer meals do not have to be boring!
Fruit Breakfast Freezer Meals
If you enjoy fruit in the morning, here are some fruit-based simple breakfast meal ideas. Each of these meals is perfect for freezer storage. You may even be able to eat these breakfast on-the-go meals partially frozen! You'll get a jump start on fruit servings for the day too.
Here are super affordable breakfast smoothie packs you can make for under $1 each. These are great for you to make yourself then just toss in the blender for a refreshing smoothie. If you buy these at the store they cost so much money! Instead, it's a simple breakfast idea that won't break the bank, which we love.
Green smoothies don't have to cost a lot but pack a huge nutritional punch. Make up your own packets that you toss in the blender for a jumpstart to your day. Take in a carry cup that. It's the perfect make-ahead breakfast trick to get you out the door faster in the mornings. These are perfect for tweens and teens who want to make their own smoothies after school too!
Who doesn't love a poptart? Here you can make fruity pop tarts at home for a fraction of the price. Best of all, they are freezer-friendly! Your kids will think you are amazing when you hand them a homemade poptart. It's one of the most popular easy breakfast meals ever.
More Easy Breakfast Options
Here are even more easy breakfast meal options for you to try out. Stock that freezer and make breakfast time a whole lot easier for you to try. All of these simple breakfast ideas freeze well and work perfectly for busy mornings.
Skip the store-bought waffles and make them for a fraction of the price. It won't take much time at all to make-ahead breakfast with this recipe. These pancakes are so tasty, affordable, and delicious. Throw one or two in the toaster and have a hot breakfast fast. I've known a kid or two who would grab a waffle plain out of the toaster and munch on it on the school bus! You can also spread one with peanutbutter or nutella and fold it in half to make a quick breakfast sandwich.
These waffles are so delicious and loaded with nutrients and sweetness. They are freezer-friendly to make for a quick grab-and-go breakfast. Your kids will love that they get waffles for breakfast and you will love this nutritious version for a simple breakfast idea win-win.
This coconut flour waffles recipe takes just 15 minutes to make. Then you can freeze each one plain, heat them up later and dress it up with fresh fruit, whipped cream, or any other waffle topping. It's not your typical breakfast freezer meal, but these are so yummy!
A tasty ham and cheese pocket you can make in no time, and use for a make-ahead breakfast, lunch or even a snack. Watch for lunch meat on sale and plan to make a bunch of these pockets all at once for a handy breakfast freezer meal that's crazy easy.
Here is a delicious ricotta pancake that literally tastes like dessert. Make these up and then freeze them with wax paper to prevent them from sticking. Who doesn't want dessert for breakfast? I know I do. Freezer meals can be fancy!
These make-ahead waffles taste just like Eggo waffles and cost a fraction of the price to make. Great for kids and adults to enjoy on the go and handy for the toaster too.
Here is a breakfast freezer idea for the meat and potato lover. This recipe is loaded with flavor and you will enjoy how tasty it is reheated. It's a savory waffle so it's also handy to grab on your way out the door (toasted of course) and eat as you travel.
Love bagels? Here is one you have to try out. This is loaded with delicious cheesy filling that just oozes out as you cut into it. I had never tried bagel bombs before but they are the quintessential breakfast freezer meal. You won't miss the prices at the local bakery when you have this cheesy goodness ready in your freezer.
I hope you were able to find some new make ahead breakfast freezer meals that you haven’t tried before!
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These look wonderful! I’m looking ahead and planning freezer meals for my son and daughter-in-law when they have a baby in May. My question is, how long will these stay good in the freezer?
Hi Kristy, since this is a compilation post, I would recommend checking with each recipe individually. I would hate to speak for another creator! I have had the most success with freezer meals double or triple wrapping them to keep them fresh and not having the freezer burn that can often happen if air creeps in! My favorites are foil, Press and Seal and Freezer Zip Lock bags! How sweet you are making freezer meals for your son and daughter-in-law!! They are so blessed to have you doing this for them!!
Thank you for posting this, all look great! I’ve only made the casserole so far but want to make them all! I only usually make a good breakfast on the weekends so looking forward to having this kind of food for my kids and husband to start the weekdays with instead of a pop tart lol
Thank you for listing our pop tart recipe! It is a good one! This is a great list! – Sunny Slide Up Girls
Typically I make extra muffins and freeze them, or make extra mix and freeze that. But I want to try some of these for new tips, esp with my son starting preschool.
Mmm. Chicken smoothies are the bomb! hahahaha
I know! They’re my favorite! 😉
That is a great list of breakfasts! As my kids get older, it’s been harder to get breakfast made “quick” in the mornings so we can get to the other things that needs done. I’ll defiantly be trying more of these!
I hope you try some of these and are able to free up some precious time in the morning! 🙂