Good morning, sunshine! Hungry?
So are we!
It’s a comfort to know we have a wide selection of some of the best breakfast recipes, right at our fingertips.
And for those of you searching for gluten-free options, your rumbling tummies will be just as satisfied! We have a long list of both sweet and savory recipes that have no wheat-based products.
Here’s just a small taste of what you can enjoy when the sun rises:
Sip on a fruity and creamy chocolate banana smoothie, savor a potato zucchini frittata, slice into a fluffy buckwheat buttermilk waffle, bake a batch of homemade fig newtons for on the go, or munch on crunchy bites of coconut almond chia granola!
So wipe the sleep from your eyes, early birdies, and read our roundup now.
You’ll find a variety of dishes in the following tasty breakfast categories:
The Best Gluten-Free Breakfast Recipes
Brew the coffee, and let’s eat!
Eggs
As an incredibly versatile and mild-flavored base, eggs are a beloved breakfast ingredient!
Whisk them to make omelets, quiches, and frittatas, crack and fry a few over-easy in olive oil or plopped in a bed of kale, or scramble them with veggies and meats.
Peruse a few of our favorite suggestions below.
1. Asparagus and Mozzarella Omelet
With a filling of melty mozzarella, you’ll be in cheese-pull heaven with every forkful of this easy asparagus omelet!
And for a bright garnish, complete the dish by sprinkling the pillow top with freshly grated lemon zest and chopped chives.
2. Crustless Vegetable Quiche
If you love a good quiche, but want to avoid both the labor and calories of a buttery crust, make this crustless version!
Use your favorite veggies to mix into the eggs. Right now, we’re loving this recipe, with bell peppers, asparagus, spinach, and Monterey jack cheese!
3. Kale and Eggs
Kale and eggs go together like peas and carrots! Peanut butter and jelly! It’s one of our favorite healthy breakfast combos.
Enjoy bites of earthy kale with forkfuls of soft egg and runny yolk. Crumbled fresh goat cheese adds a creamy texture and tangy taste.
Get this easy recipe on Foodal.
4. Mini Green Onion Frittatas
Got a green thumb? You’ll love these mini green onion frittatas!
They’re mixed with vibrant, green veggies like fresh scallions and peas. And for a creamy, salty layer of flavor, a handful of crumbled feta cheese does the trick.
5. Mushroom Gruyere Crustless Quiche
This crustless quiche is meant for the breakfast table, but we think it’s versatile enough to be savored at any time of day!
We combine leeks and fennel with meaty mushrooms, Gruyere, and fontina. Bake the mix in a pie plate, and enjoy big wedges alongside your coffee in the morning… or with your wine for dinner!
6. Overnight Egg Bake
Uh-oh… did you just find out that your family is coming in to visit TOMORROW?!
You still have time to make an amazing breakfast for them, believe it or not.
This egg casserole loaded with veggies, meat, and cheese is your tasty solution for a worry-free meal fit for a crowd. Make it the night before, bake it in the morning.
7. Poached Eggs
There are certain essentials every home chef should know. How to cook rice. How to boil pasta.
And how to poach the perfect egg.
You’ll thank us later, after you’ve impressed the gang with one of the chef-iest techniques you can master.
8. Potato and Beet Green Hash
Your typical breakfast hash can get so heavy and greasy, with tons of carbs and fatty meats.
Lighten it up a little!
In this healthier vegetarian saute, we mix fresh beet greens with potatoes, and top it all with runny eggs.
9. Potato Zucchini Frittata
Thank the food gods that Parmigiano Reggiano is gluten free.
We like to top off our summery potato zucchini frittata with a nice sprinkling of cheese before we broil it in the oven to get it perfectly golden!
Check out the recipe right now.
10. Rice Cooker Frittatas
Here’s a fun cheat for breakfast: make a tasty frittata… in your rice cooker!
We enjoy finding ways to creatively use our kitchen equipment for multiple purposes. Join the fun for breakfast.
Learn how to use this trick here.
11. Roasted Asparagus, Cheese, and Sausage Frittata
Our Italian-inspired frittata dish has it all for an easy and hearty breakfast.
You’ll find tender roasted asparagus, fresh herbs, seared and crumbled sweet sausage, and generous amounts of cheese.
We like this frittata thick and fluffy in a 10-inch skillet, but you can choose to cook it in a 12-inch pan for a thinner end result.
12. Sausage and Egg Breakfast Heap
For a simple skillet meal – and the perfect solution to a hangover – nothing satisfies quite like a breakfast heap!
The combo of potatoes, mixed vegetables, sausage, and eggs will keep you full and happy well into the afternoon.
13. Super Veggie Breakfast Scramble
Super in both flavor and nutrition!
Our gluten-free and keto recipe, we mix scramble eggs with a colorful medley of vegetables – onions, mushrooms, Brussels sprouts, and bell peppers, to name a few.
14. Sweet Potatoes and Broccoli with Fried Egg
We combine sweet potatoes and broccoli to make a beautiful, delicious bed for eggs fried over-easy in olive oil.
Serve with your favorite salsa, and watch that yolk flow alllllll over everything… so pretty!
15. Sweet Potato Hash
This veggie-studded sweet potato hash recipe is a sight for sore, sleep-crusted eyes!
You’ll wake right up after eating the colorful mix of crunchy bell pepper, tender sweet potato, savory onion and garlic, and smoky paprika.
And for the ultimate fresh finish, we top it off with fresh, fragrant basil.
Give your morning a bright start, and make the hash soon.
Oats, Seeds, and Grains
You won’t have any issues consuming your daily intake of fiber with any of the following hearty dishes!
Get warm and cozy with hot porridge and oatmeal, or grab a container of homemade crisp and crunchy granola when you’re on the run.
You’ll be set, as long as you have healthy pantry staples like oats, quinoa, amaranth, nuts, and seeds in stock at home.
Just make sure you buy gluten-free oats!
16. Amaranth Porridge
Amaranth is a pseudocereal with an earthy and nutty flavor and a chewy texture. And it’s a unique option for making a creamy porridge!
Amaranth porridge is a hot and creamy dish with a hearty texture. You’ll never eat those sugar-laden breakfast cereals again!
We like to top ours with fresh fruits and coconut shreds – feel free to customize.
17. Chocolate Granola
Look, we can hardly blame you. We crave chocolate as soon as we wake up, too. And our mission is to satisfy those cravings as healthfully as possible!
This chocolate granola has helped us out many a morning, with its clusters of oats, cocoa powder, dried cherries, and pistachios.
Find the instructions right here.
18. Coconut Almond Chia Granola
Here’s a secret we want to share with you: you can seriously add any combo of your favorite nuts and seeds to granola, and it will taste amazing!
The proof is in the pudding granola, with this vegan coconut almond chia seed recipe, lightly sweetened with maple syrup.
19. Easy Homemade Granola
Here’s one of the easiest granola recipes you’ll find!
You can bake this crunchy mix with nuts, oats, and dried fruits in big batches, so you can have a healthy and hearty breakfast for the whole week.
This is a true lifesaver for busy mornings – enjoy it on its own, or mix it with milk for a simple cereal, or use it as a garnish over yogurt.
20. Fruit and Chocolate Granola Bars
We can’t help ourselves… we love chocolate. It’s obvious, isn’t it?
Our fruit and chocolate granola bars continue the chocolaty obsession. Crunchy, gooey, and sweet, they make for a satisfying grab-and-go breakfast when you’re in a hurry.
21. Grain-Free Granola with Sorghum Syrup
Avoiding grains altogether?
We have a grain-free granola that will be your new go-to recipe to make all the time.
Mix together pumpkin seeds, pecans, almonds, shredded coconut, and sunflower seeds with a little coconut oil and sorghum syrup.
Get this delicious alternative now.
22. Nutty Cardamom Granola
Imagine how amazing your house will smell when you bake this granola recipe with cardamom and cinnamon! Divine!
Stepping away from the typical dried cranberry or raisin, this recipe uses dried apricots for a chewy balance along with the delectable crunch.
23. Overnight Oats
Don’t have time in the morning to make something completely from scratch?
Overnight oats will come to the rescue!
This style of make-ahead meal allows you to enjoy a healthy breakfast you can take with you on the go.
Our version includes shredded coconut, chia seeds, and mashed banana. Top it with fresh raspberries for bursts of color and juiciness.
24. Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oatmeal
Oatmeal that tastes like candy? We’ll take the biggest bowl, please!
This creamy oatmeal finds inspiration from your favorite peanut butter cups. It’s a decadent, yet nutrient-packed, recipe you’ll feel good about eating.
Chocolate + Peanut Butter + Oatmeal = The best guilt-free indulgent breakfast ever!
25. Pistachio Granola Bars
You’ll never want to buy a prepackaged granola bar ever again when you realize how easy and less expensive it is to make your own!
Our sweet and chewy homemade pistachio granola bars are packed with chopped nuts, dried fruit, and oats.
They are bound together in mouthwatering matrimony by creamy almond butter and floral honey.
26. Pumpkin Quinoa
Bring some warming spice and fall flavors to your morning routine with our pumpkin quinoa.
After cooking quinoa on the stovetop, simply mix in pumpkin puree, assorted spices, and maple syrup. Serve each bowl with a generous handful of slivered almonds or chopped walnuts.
You can use store-bought pumpkin puree, or try making your own from scratch – it’s easy, especially with our tutorial for making pumpkin puree!
Read more now for this quinoa-based autumnal recipe.
27. Quinoa Oatmeal
Trying to find ways to increase your protein intake? Make this tasty alternative oatmeal using quinoa instead of oats.
We combine the quinoa with creamy coconut milk, aromatic vanilla, and sweet honey. Garnish this tasty bowl with almonds and fresh strawberries.
You can find this recipe here.
28. Slow Cooker Overnight Oatmeal
No need to sleepily cook your oatmeal when you wake up!
Bring out your best buddy Mr. Slow Cooker to help you the night before when you want to use up that container of steel-cut oats.
The sweet flavor from a little brown sugar pairs perfectly with the tart cranberries and apples.
Pancakes, Crepes, and Waffles
All of us can really appreciate the relaxed joy of chilling out at home on a weekend off, and leisurely making a homemade brunch to share with family and friends.
Whether you’re crafting pancakes, crepes, or waffles, these classic brunch staples can easily be transformed into gluten-free versions.
29. Almond Flour Crepes
Yup, you can also make crepes totally free of wheat products!
These light and buttery nut flour crepes use almond flour as the base. The delicately thin crepes can then be rolled or rolled with any of your favorite ingredients.
Try our recipe with roasted berries, but we also love the idea of roasted stone fruits like plums or peaches!
30. Buckwheat Buttermilk Waffles
Here it is, the perfect gluten-free version of a waffle: our buckwheat buttermilk waffles!
Forget those frozen versions you stick in a toaster.
Crunchy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, whip up this batch at home for the whole family to enjoy at the table together. They’re great topped with blueberries and bananas.
Here’s the recipe. It’ll blow your mind!
31. Coconut Flour Pancakes
This recipe for coconut flour pancakes should be renamed as “pillows.” The pancakes are so soft and fluffy, and will melt in your mouth.
Dip them in maple syrup, and savor all morning long!
Get the recipe for these pancakes now.
32. Socca
Originating from the Ligurian Coast, this classic chickpea flour flatbread is easy to make in a skillet, first cooking on the stovetop before a final blast from the broiler.
We infuse our batter with fresh rosemary for a floral finish.
Use this as a savory base for fried eggs and oven-cooked bacon, or go the vegetarian route by treating it like avocado toast.
Smoothies and Frozen Treats
You need something you can take with you out the door, something that will give you ample sustenance and fresh flavors without creating a big mess.
Quickly whizzed together in a blender and poured into a cup or travel tumbler, you’ll be an unstoppable force of nature.
In this section, we’ll also throw in other handheld frozen treats when you have some time to enjoy a fun and refreshing sweet treat!
33. Avocado Smoothie
Forgot about that super ripe avocado sitting on your table, didn’t you? We know exactly what to do with it…
Place it in a blender, along with ice, honey, vanilla, and fresh lime juice, and blend it up to make this refreshing smoothie.
We add a little bit of collagen for an extra superfood health boost, but you can leave it out if you would like.
34. Baked Apple Smoothie
This recipe is inspired by one of the best winter holiday desserts: pie!
This wintry spiced baked apple smoothie is a creamy spin on a baked apple pie, without all the carbs, gluten, and calories. And you can make it with just five simple ingredients.
Spread the holiday cheer with Foodal’s recipe.
35. Banana Avocado
We always have frozen bananas in stock in our freezer just to make tons of this simple, creamy smoothie!
It makes for a quick breakfast with a fun green color to brighten your day.
Use the recipe to make for the whole family.
36. Blueberry Orange Banana Smoothie
If you want a fresh and fruity start to the day, give this blueberry orange banana smoothie a whirl.
Packed with healthy ingredients and amazing flavors, your morning will taste so refreshing and revitalizing.
37. Chocolate Banana Smoothie
Fool everyone with this chocolate banana beverage – they’ll think they’re drinking a heavy, decadent milkshake!
Little do they know that it’s all healthy ingredients blended together: kefir, milk, cocoa powder, flax or chia seeds, and bananas.
Carry on the indulgence with our recipe.
38. Coconut Chocolate Coffee Smoothie
Need caffeine? Instead of the same ol’ cup of coffee, make this creamy beverage idea instead.
This healthy shake is made with coconut milk and bananas to provide you with the natural energy you need to power through your morning.
39. Creamsicle Smoothie
Do you love reminiscing on all the fun childhood memories of enjoying an orange Creamsicle on a hot, sunny summer day?
You can blend a bit of nostalgia with healthier ingredients in this sweet sipper!
Our version consists of two sections, an orange base topped with a creamy vanilla layer.
Learn how to make this fun frozen treat now.
40. Frozen Yogurt Popsicles with Oats and Blueberry Jam
Made with homemade berry jam, fresh blueberries, granola, and yogurt, these fro-yo popsicles are a handheld delight for breakfast.
We think the kids will really have fun with these – they’ll love the combo of fruity flavors, bites of granola, and creamy yogurt.
41. Get Well Green Smoothie
Uh-oh. Do you have the sniffles?
When you feel the first sign of sickness, it’s time to make this get well green drink. Filled with fruits and veggies load with vitamins, this will help to boost your immunity.
Get well soon!
Learn how to make it on Foodal.
42. Orange Ginger Sunshine Smoothie
You might not have a smile on your face first thing in the morning, but after a few sips of this orange ginger sunshine smoothie, you’ll be grinning from ear to ear!
With fresh oranges, ginger, and bananas, it’s a bright delight that will keep you smiling all day long.
43. Papaya Ginger Smoothie
Have fun all summer long with each tangy slurp of this tropical papaya ginger beverage.
Blend all of the ingredients together for a healthy beverage that packs a punch of flavor.
44. Peaches and Greens Smoothie
Peaches and cream? We have something better: peaches and greens!
If you have trouble squeezing in those veggies every day, or if you have a picky eater in the family, try this smoothie. We blend kale with the other ingredients until everything is sweet and creamy.
Enjoy a nutrient-rich, tasty, and satisfying breakfast in minutes. No salad required.
45. Pineapple Coconut Smoothie
This pineapple coconut smoothie is filled to the brim with healthy ingredients.
This plant-based beverage is a good choice for those looking to go non-dairy or with allergy concerns, and it’s naturally healthy with vitamin-rich citrus fruits.
And what’s even cooler – haha – is that we mix in stimulating spices like turmeric, ginger, and black pepper for an amazing contrast to the chilly, creamy base.
46. Pomegranate Banana Smoothie
Creamy, tangy, and rich, this pomegranate banana smoothie has a beautiful balance between fruity and milky flavors.
Anyone would be happy waking up to a big cup of this gorgeous ruby-colored treat in the morning. Healthy eating never tasted and looked so good!
Get the easy recipe on Foodal now.
47. Strawberry Mango Smoothie
Strawberries and mangos are so sweet and juicy on their own, but when combined in a dreamy smoothie, they are magical together!
Be sure to study up on how to prep mango, if you’re using fresh whole fruit.
Perfect any time of year, feel free to use pre-frozen strawberries and mangoes if you don’t have the fresh fruit on hand.
48. Tahini Banana Smoothie
Craving peanut butter in your smoothie? While tasty, it’s not the healthiest option if you’re choosing to use peanut butter with added sugar!
Use tahini instead in our rich and creamy banana drink, naturally sweetened with dates and thickened with hemp seeds.
We think you’ll really like the flavor of the sesame seed paste paired with cinnamon, vanilla, and cashew milk.
Read the article now to get the recipe.
49. Tahini Fig Banana Popsicles
Yes, you can totally have popsicles for breakfast!
They are an ideal on-the-go treat that are particularly refreshing during the hot summer months.
Make these sweet and savory ones, with banana, tahini, and honey-roasted fig. You deserve a little treat in the morning, especially if it has healthy ingredients that will keep you full during the first part of the day.
Sweets
If you prefer something sweet over something savory, we have a fun lineup of baked goodies for you to sink your teeth into!
In this section, seek the sweeter side of life with breads, cookies, doughnuts, and more.
50. Banana Bread
Classic banana bread gets a wheat-free makeover!
Instead of wheat flour, we use a combination of almond flour and quinoa flour for the dry base.
With three mashed bananas and yogurt, it turns out super moist and lovely. Cut into thick slices and enjoy with a hefty smear of butter.
51. Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies
Breakfast cookies, like these banana chocolate chip cookies, are a smart make-ahead breakfast choice for anyone with a sweet tooth.
The portions are sized perfectly for an individual serving, and the chocolate chips are sweet little presents everyone will love to bite into.
Go one step further in the made-from-scratch territory by making your own baking chocolate chips!
52. Boston Cream Doughnuts
What would this round up be of gluten-free breakfast foods without DOUGHNUTS?!
We have a fun recipe for you to try: a baked doughnut inspired by a Boston cream cake! We cut our cake-like doughnuts in half and fill them with vanilla cream, and glaze the top with a chocolate ganache.
So so so sooooo good!
Get the step-by-step recipe here.
53. Chewy and Fruity Breakfast Bars
With a moist and dense texture, these homemade breakfast bars with a fruity jam filling taste so much like cake that you’ll think you’re cheating on your diet!
They’re actually made with tons of healthy ingredients – so you can keep on indulging without that looming guilt over your head!
54. Fig Newtons
Were you ever a fan of Fig Newtons?
We have a grown-up homemade version right here! We add in whole oats, oat flour, flax seeds, bananas and other nutritious ingredients.
55. Honey Lemon Muffins
Brighten up your morning muffins by adding some honey and lemon!
Our gluten-free honey lemon muffins are moist and light, with a subtle tang and lovely sweetness.
Our recipe also includes options to craft dairy-free and vegan versions.
Foodal shares the muffins here.
Good Gluten-Free Morning!
With Foodal’s round up of the best gluten-free breakfast recipes, you can eat all of your favorite breakfast foods without any wheat-based products.
Wheat can sleep in a little. We’re fine without it in the kitchen!
You can still enjoy a tall stack of pancakes, a cool and refreshing smoothie, or a warm and fluffy frittata. We’ve given you plenty of recipes you can use to brighten up all of your mornings from now on.
If you liked this round up, we recommend that you take a look at all of our gluten-free recipes for every meal of the day, from breakfast to dessert!
Which recipe will you try first? We’d love to know how you’ll be enjoying the first meal of the day, sans gluten! Leave a comment below for us.
Craving more gluten-free roundups? We dish up some fun collections with zero wheat! Enjoy every recipe among these three roundups next:
- From Savory to Sweet, Get Creative with 7 Gourmet Hummus Recipes
- 21 of the Best Gluten-Free Cookies for Worry-Free Baking
- 3 Chilled Soups to Help Keep You Cool During the Summertime
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About Nikki Cervone
Nikki Cervone is an ACS Certified Cheese Professional and cheesemonger living in Pittsburgh. Nikki holds an AAS in baking/pastry from Westmoreland County Community College, a BA in Communications from Duquesne University, and an MLA in Gastronomy from Boston University. When she's not nibbling on her favorite cheeses or testing a batch of cupcakes, Nikki enjoys a healthy dose of yoga, wine, hiking, singing in the shower, and chocolate. Lots of chocolate.
