5 Time-Saving Breakfast Hacks
Jul
29
2020
Hi Hungry Girl,I know breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but I never have time to make it. I'd love to start my day with a healthy, filling breakfast... without having to wake up an hour earlier! Any ideas?
Sleeping-In Sally
Hi Sally,You're right; breakfast is crucial. In fact, studies show that people who skip breakfast weigh more than people who eat a morning meal! But it can be hard to prioritize, especially if you're not a morning person. Try these tricks for a yummy breakfast in no time...
Overnight Oats
Save time in the morning: Make breakfast the night before! It doesn't get much easier than overnight oats. Just mix up old-fashioned oats, almond milk (or fat-free milk), sweetener, seasonings, and fruit. I add chia seeds for texture and protein powder for extra satisfaction. Here’s my go-to recipe! HG tip: Make five individual servings on Sunday, and enjoy one every day of the work week.
Low ‘n Slow
Let your slow cooker do the work for you ahead of time! Steel-cut oatmeal and egg-white/egg-substitute casseroles are surprisingly easy to prepare. Just add your ingredients, set, and forget! Bonus: You get several days’ worth of breakfast with one recipe.
Make It in a Mug
Mugs aren’t just for coffee anymore. They’re perfect for portion-controlled breakfasts with easy morning cleanup! Try a Hungry Girl egg mug: It's a fluffy scramble with no skillet or spatula required! Or get a li'l fancy with French toast in a mug. In the mood for a muffin? This blueberry treat for one is ready in minutes.
Freezy Does It
Is there any better feeling than waking up knowing you have a homemade breakfast in your freezer? Skip the drive thru in favor of DIY breakfast sandwiches. Other make-ahead morning meals that freeze well: muffin-pan pancake poppers and super-hearty oatmeal bakes. Your freezer is your new best friend...New Target Food Finds on the HG Podcast!
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⭑ a 45-calorie canned caramel Starbucks drink
⭑ not one, but TWO Buffalo chicken swaps
⭑ the latest faux-beef burger patties
… and so much more!
CLICK TO LISTEN!
Anytime, anywhere.
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