These portable breakfast ideas make eating a healthy breakfast on the go both possible and delicious! Each recipe can be made ahead, transported well, and is easy to enjoy from the car, office, or bus.
Pick one (or a few) to make with minimal effort on a busy weekday or prep it ahead over the weekend.
Portable Breakfast Recipes
With sweet and savory options, there’s something for everyone in this collection of portable breakfasts, and no matter what you make, it will keep everyone satiated until lunchtime.
Grab and Go Breakfast You Can Make in a Cup
And for breakfasts that you would typically sit down to eat like warm oatmeal, scrambled eggs, and parfaits, in this video I show you how to prep them ahead and transport them in a coffee cup!
It’s one of my favorite on-the-go breakfast hacks for when you need a hot breakfast to enjoy, mess-free.
Tips for a Healthy Portable Breakfast
Here are some factors to keep in mind when choosing a portable breakfast that’s right for you:
- Includes lean protein
- Contains a source of healthy fats
- Made with complex carbs
- Ability to be prepped ahead
- Can be enjoyed cold or at room temperature
- Easy to reheat in the microwave, if needed
- Fits inside a meal prep or to-go container
My Favorite Portable Breakfast Containers
In order to pack a variety of portable breakfasts, it’s a good idea to have a few containers on hand.
Meal prep containers like these have enough room to fit the breakfast item of choice, along with some fresh fruit. Plus they’re microwave-safe in case you want to give your breakfast a quick warm before heading out.
A thermos container is also a great idea for options like overnight oats and mini quiches since it can keep cold foods chilled, or hot foods hot (think scrambled eggs and mini quiches).
In case you’re wondering how to transport a smoothie, those insulated coffee cups with a straw would be perfect for kids, and these smoothie jars for adults!
Beth says
If we are running late, I usually make smoothies and add a side of almonds or cashews. Or homemade muffins warmed up in the microwave. Sometimes my kids have come up with some pretty creative breakfasts to go like homemade guacamole on toast with a side of cherry tomatoes.
Erika Elbert says
I love these ideas! We do a combo of 2-3 cereals(dry) and throw in fresh or dried fruit. The kids think it’s fun because they can throw it all together themselves. I like using cups for portable breakfast.
Ali says
Smoothies…our favorite is banana, pear, coconut flakes with coconut water. So yummylishous!!
Abbi says
I have done smoothies or yogurt parfaits when we’re in a rush, but my kids also love grabbing a few energy balls when we have them on hand (mix peanut butter, oats or granola, dried fruit, coconut flakes, and a bit of honey and roll into balls. Throw in the fridge and they are easy to eat on the run!).
Kate says
We do lots of muffins on-the-go at our house. Or homemade granola bars. But I love your ideas and will definitely try them! School starts next week for us.