We’ve compiled over 40 easy and plant-based best vegan breakfast recipes that are not just smoothies! From savory vegan breakfast ideas, such as chickpea omelettes, to muffins and even pancakes, these healthy vegan breakfast recipes are easy, low in sugar, packed with nutrients, and can be made gluten-free, Paleo, and even some Whole30 options!
Tired of your daily breakfast? Try these vegan breakfast recipes instead!
I totally get you- I used to be on a banana bread oatmeal bowl kick for weeks at a time. And avocado toast, while great, is way overdone at this point.
It’s easy to fall into a rut with your breakfast routine, which then leaves you feeling uninspired throughout the day. After all, our breakfasts not only should be nutrient packed, but they should also taste good too.
This is why we decided to round up some of our favorite healthy vegan breakfast recipes from not only The Banana Diaries, but some of our other vegan food blogging friends as well!
These vegan breakfast options below had to meet the following. They had to be:
- Completely vegan and plant-based by nature. They couldn’t give the option of vegan, but had to be vegan as is. This means being completely free from eggs, meat, dairy, and any other animal-based ingredients.
- Low sugar or lower in sugar than their conventional counterparts. We wanted to make sure that even the sweet breakfast options weren’t sending you on a sugar roller coaster first thing!
- Have the option of gluten-free or were naturally gluten-free. You’ll see that each recipe is noted as gluten-free, gluten-free option, or even some Paleo and Whole30 options (which means that it’s definitely okay to eat if you need gluten-free!).
- Easy and accessible to all. This means no superfoods that are hard to find and expensive. We want everyone to be able to enjoy these breakfasts.
As noted above, you’ll also find some Whole30 vegan breakfast options. Since Whole30 is a big January movement, as is Veganuary, we wanted to provide some plant-based options for even the Whole30-ers to enjoy!
My go-to vegan breakfast ideas
Whether you’re embracing the vegan diet for the first time, or you’re a seasoned plant-based eater looking to spruce up their vegan breakfast options, these recipes below are definitely for you.
Personally, I like to stick to meal prepping a few options at the beginning of the week to have on the week days, then I like to go a bit more fun and indulgent on the weekends.
This means maybe some oatmeal or grab-and-go breakfast bars for Monday through Friday, then pancakes and waffles on the weekends.
Of course, I have tons of amazing vegan cinnamon rolls recipes and sweet breads; but since we’re focusing on healthy breakfast recipes, I wanted to focus on some of the lighter breakfasts! However, monkey bread, cinnamon rolls, and babka are amazing for a fun weekend treat.
Maybe you have more time in the morning to enjoy a plate of pancakes (though these pancakes recipes below are super simple and quick!) or you’re really more of a savory breakfast person (we have TONS of vegan breakfast ideas for the savory lovers!). Whatever the need, we have it.
Below, you’ll find not only the classic oatmeal, granola, and oat options, but also the fun twists, like chickpea omelettes, breakfast burritos, chocolate pancakes, and banana bread!
Vegan Pancake Recipes, Crepes, and French toast:
- Best Ever Vegan Buttermilk Pancakes via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free option. These super fluffy and easy one bowl buttermilk pancakes are my absolute favorite for a fun breakfast! Completely vegan, dairy free, and can be gluten free (use oat flour or gluten-free 1:1 baking flour!).
2. Easy Vegan Blender Banana Oatmeal Pancakes via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free option. These blender banana pancakes are perfect for both kids and adults! With a few simple ingredients (think banana, oatmeal, and flaxseed!), this blender batter easily transforms into the fluffiest vegan pancakes that everyone will enjoy.
3. Ultra Rich Vegan Chocolate Pancakes via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free option. I cannot get over how deliciously decadent yet secretly healthy these vegan hot chocolate pancakes are! If you want more of a sweet and decadent healthier breakfast option to kick off the New Year, this recipe is your ticket!
4. Easy Vegan Pumpkin Pancakes via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free option. If you still have a can of pumpkin lying around, then definitely make these super light and tender pumpkin spice pancakes. Top with a drizzle of maple syrup for a completely refined sugar free healthy breakfast option!
5. Healthy Vegan Chocolate Chip Pancakes via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free. Just because there are chocolate chips doesn’t mean they’re not healthy! I like to use stevia-sweetened chocolate chips for Lily’s Sweets for these oat flour-based chocolate chip pancakes for an easy and low sugar gluten free vegan pancake option.
6. Easy Vegan Buckwheat Pancakes via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free. These copy cat Cafe Gratitude buckwheat pancakes are some of Jared and my favorite. Cafe Gratitude was our favorite restaurant to visit when we went to LA, and these pancakes taste just like theirs!
7. Vegan Apple Pie Pancakes via Pink Fortitude
Gluten free. Who says you can’t have pie for breakfast!? With these sweet yet healthy apple pie pancakes, it’s basically dessert for breakfast!
8. Best Ever Vegan Crepes Recipe via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free. These easy one bowl crepes taste just like the classic French breakfast, and we don’t even need to add in a vegan egg replacement! Perfectly thin, light, and delicate, these vegan crepes can easily be made sweet or savory.
9. Amazing Vegan French Toast via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free. This easy vegan French toast recipes uses homemade vegan brioche bread. Perfectly custard-like, sweet, and full of notes of vanilla, you’ll just love this incredible vegan French toast recipe. And you don’t even need chia nor flaxseed!
10. Fluffy Vegan Pumpkin French Toast via The Banana Diaries
If you love classic French toast, then you’ll absolutely need to try this fall-inspired pumpkin spice version. Using pumpkin instead of eggs, this pumpkin French toast is undetectably eggless and dairy free. And so easy!
11. One Bowl Vegan Blueberry Pancakes via The Banana Diaries
These super easy one bowl vegan blueberry pancakes are made with just 7 ingredients and ready in only 5 minutes! Perfect for a quick and easy weekend vegan breakfast or brunch!
Vegan Oatmeal Recipes, Overnight Oats, & Granola
11.. Fruit-Sweetened Oil-Free Banana Bread Granola via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free. I am obsessed with meal prepping this oil free banana bread granola at the beginning of the week. It’s so easy and just sweetened with banana, yet tastes like you’re having a slice of banana bread…only a bit crunchier! Add in a scoop of pea protein for extra nutrients to balance out your new favorite healthy vegan breakfast.
12.. Healthier Chocolate Granola via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free. If you were a fan of cocoa puffs as a kid, then you will love this healthier chocolate granola recipe! Lightly sweetened with stevia-sweetened chocolate chips, this easy granola recipe is a wonderful way to satisfy your chocolate cravings while keeping it low sugar and healthy.
13. Vegan Protein Overnight Oats via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free. Think you can’t get a lot of protein in vegan overnight oats? Think again! Each of these 3 flavors of overnight oats is packed with over 30 grams of protein and makes for the best healthy vegan breakfast to kick off the New Year!
14. Instant Pot Zucchini Bread Oatmeal via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free. If you love your Instant Pot as much as I do, then you definitely want to make this Instant Pot oatmeal recipe. Like a slice of zucchini bread in a bowl, this easy IP oatmeal is full of protein and yummy zucchini bread spices!
15. Mocha Overnight Oats via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free. Have your coffee and your oatmeal all in one! These mocha overnight oats are full of the coffee and cocoa flavor while offering up a lot of nutrients in one breakfast bowl.
16. Whole30 Grain Free Oatmeal via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free, Paleo, Whole30. If you’re doing Whole30 this January (or a Whole30 Veganuary?), then I definitely recommend adding in this grain-free hot cereal bowl to your rotation. I’m personally a big fan of sweet breakfasts, and I think that Whole30 could use a lot more vegan and sweet breakfast options. This is my go-to Whole30 oatmeal bowl for that reason!
17. Healthy Blueberry Overnight Oats via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free. These super creamy and easy blueberry overnight oats are bursting with flavor and packed with not only vegan protein, but nutrients as well for a filling and delicious healthy breakfast!
Vegan Breakfast Breads & Muffin Recipes
18. Easy Vegan Peanut Butter Banana Muffins via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free. The best part about these peanut butter banana muffins is that you can easily make them in a blender!! That’s right! Just meal prep them at the start of the week and you have an easy grab-and-go breakfast option or snack all week long. Great for kids and adults alike!
19. Better Than Starbucks Vegan Gingerbread Loaf Cake via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free option. I kid you not, this gingerbread loaf cake tastes just like the Starbucks version, yet is entirely oil free and contains only 1/3 of the sugar! If you’re not over the holidays, then definitely make this loaf!!
20. Best Ever Vegan Banana Bread Recipe via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free option. Of course, we have to have a classic banana bread option here. This is my go-to banana bread recipe and it brings a smile to my face every time. I highly recommend giving this banana bread a go! We also have an amazing vegan chocolate banana bread– readers just love this one!
21. Healthy Blueberry Muffins via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free. Who doesn’t love a good blueberry muffin?! My brother and his girl friend rave about these easy gluten free blueberry muffins every time I make them. They’re just one bowl and only use oat flour- no expensive gluten free 1:1 baking flour needed!
22. Easy Vegan Banana Muffins via The Banana Diaries
Paleo, gluten free. If you’re following a Paleo or grain free diet, then I definitely recommend trying these coconut flour-based banana muffins. Add in some Paleo-friendly chocolate chips for a fun twist on a classic healthy breakfast option!
23. Vegan Chocolate Zucchini Bread via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free option. I could easily eat zucchini bread any time of year, especially in the form of chocolate zucchini bread. This zucchini bread was definitely the most made out of all of my bread recipes last year, and for a good reason. It tastes like a brownie in loaf form, yet is packed with veggies, lower in sugar than most zucchini bread, and easily made gluten-free!
24. Gluten Free Vegan Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free. The classic lemon poppy seed muffin just got even better! These tea-infused vegan lemon poppy seed muffins are the perfect citrus zing to add to any gloomy winter morning!
25. Healthy Zucchini Banana Bread via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free option. Maybe you love zucchini bread and banana bread- then definitely try this hybrid version, because it is so good, and perfectly pairs with a good cup of coffee 😉
Vegan Breakfast Bars & Cookies
26. Easy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free. I’m totally with you- I’m so grateful we live in a world where breakfast cookies first thing in the morning is acceptable! These oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are a wonderful treat and taste like dessert for breakfast!
27. Chewy Chocolate Chip Granola Bars via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free. If you loved Chewy granola bars as a kid, then you definitely want to make these easy, one bowl, date-sweetened granola bars! They taste just like the classic, only with a bit more added nutrients. The perfect healthy vegan breakfast for the kids at heart 😉
28. Blueberry Crumble Bars via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free, Paleo option. I personally love these blueberry crumble bars; they’re entirely gluten-free and can be made Paleo if you need grain-free as well. It tastes like a slice of blueberry pie in breakfast bar form!
Vegan Chia Pudding Recipes
29. via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free, Paleo option. A classic flavor combo, this is my go-to vegan breakfast chia pudding recipe. It’s SO easy to make the night before, and gets so voluminous in the morning. I add in some pea protein for extra nutrients. Highly recommend!
30. Protein Chia Pudding 3 Ways via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free, Paleo option. I love these chia pudding recipes because not only are they absolutely delicious and so easy, but they’re also packed with protein. Some flavors are completely Paleo too, if that’s needed!
31. Strawberry Chia Pudding via Homemade Lovely
Gluten free, Paleo. This easy strawberry chia pudding is perfect for when the weather starts getting nicer and those strawberries are really in season. Like a refreshing treat first thing in the morning!
32. Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding via Vegan Blueberry
Gluten free. Basically chocolate pudding with a bunch of added nutrients- who wouldn’t want a glass?! Definitely try this vegan chia pudding recipe if you enjoy dessert for breakfast!
Savory Vegan Breakfast Recipes
33. Easy Vegan New York Style Bagels via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free option. If you grew up with New York bagels like I did, then you’ll definitely want to try out this vegan bagel recipe stat. These vegan bagels are so incredibly easy to make, and there’s a wonderful gluten-free option, as well as a yeast-free option for those who don’t want use yeast! Smear on some dairy free cream cheese or peanut butter, and you have a wonderful and hearty vegan breakfast!
34. Vegan Protein Breakfast Burritos 3 Ways via The Banana Diaries
Gluten free. Of course, I love having options, and these vegan breakfast burritos hit the spot. I personally love all 3 flavors (sweet potato and black bean, lentil and avocado, and yogurt and berries), and each burrito has over 15 grams of plant based protein. Use a gluten free wrap, such as Toufayan, for an easy vegan and gluten free breakfast option.
35. Whole30 Stuffed Sweet Potato Breakfast Boats via The Banana Diaries
Paleo, Whole30, Gluten free. If you’re doing Whole30 this January, I definitely recommend making a stuffed sweet potato breakfast boat. You can make it sweet or savory, and they’re so easy to prep at the beginning of the week!
36. Whole30 Sweet Potato Breakfast Bowl via The Banana Diaries
Paleo, Whole30, Gluten free. If you still enjoy eating your breakfast from a bowl, then I definitely recommend this Whole30 sweet potato breakfast bowl. Basically a stuffed sweet potato, but mashed and in bowl form!
37. Vegan Veggie Frittata via Veggie Society
Gluten free. Think that vegans can’t enjoy a veggie frittata? The Veggie Society has us covered! This easy vegan frittata is full of frittata flavor and is the perfect savory vegan breakfast option.
38. Vegan Vegetable Congee (Rice Porridge) via The Work Top
Gluten free. Rice porridge is another wonderful and savory vegan breakfast option to help switch up your daily breakfast routine. The Work Top has a really easy congee recipe that packs in the nutrient-dense veggies first thing in the morning!
39. Savory Vegan Breakfast Bowl via Running on Real Food
Gluten free. If savory is more your style, then definitely give Running on Real Food’s savory vegan breakfast bowl a go. It’s full of nutrients, low in sugar, and a great way to keep you satiated and fueled throughout your busy morning!
40. Vegan Chickpea Omelette via The Hidden Veggies
Gluten free. I used to love omelettes as a kid before I went plant-based. The Hidden Veggie’s vegan omelette recipe tastes just like the classic and is entirely egg-free and easy!
41. Vegan Chickpea Scramble via The Banana Diaries
This chickpea scramble comes together in just 10 minutes, and is so fluffy and soft! Make this super flavorful vegan egg scramble for a quick and easy vegan breakfast throughout the week or serve it alongside breakfast potatoes and toast for a classic weekend brunch spread!
Vegan Breakfast Smoothie
41. Immune Boosting Strawberry Orange Smoothie via The Banana Diaries
Gluten Free. This refreshing and light strawberry orange smoothie is full of immune boosting ingredients, protein packed, and entirely vegan for a creamy and delicious easy healthy breakfast!
42. Easy Vegan Pumpkin Pie Smoothie via The Banana Diaries
Gluten Free. Easy and nutrient packed vegan pumpkin pie smoothie that has over 20 grams of plant based protein! This creamy and sweet breakfast smoothie tastes like pumpkin pie in smoothie form!
I hope you love these vegan breakfast recipes as much as I do! Now you have more than a month’s worth of healthy breakfast recipes to keep your mornings from getting boring and monotonous 😉 Definitely give these recipes a go, and if you do, let us know down below in the comments section which were your favorites!
As always, we love to see your beautiful creations on Instagram and Pinterest, so be sure to tag us there if you tried any!
Happy Breaking the Fast! 😉
