Five quick and warm breakfast recipes - Chatelaine (2024)

They say the most important meal of the day is breakfast.However, for many of us, it is also the most elusive meal of the day. Whether it be time or habit, it is the one that we most often skip. So let's get back on track andwarm up with one of our five hot and speedy breakfast ideas!

1. Steel cut oats on the goSteel cut oats are the new It breakfast food. Loaded with carbohydrates and protein, they are exactly what your body needs in the morning. The downside? They take about 20 minutes on the stovetop. Here is a quicker way to cook them, with almost zero effort. Right before bedtime, pour 1/3 cup steel cut oats into a thermos. Add 1 tbsp brown sugar (or to taste), 2 tbsp raisins and 1 cup boiling water. Stir together, seal the thermos and let them sit overnight. In the morning, grab a spoon and your thermos and you're ready to go.

2. Portable egg and ham cupThe best thing about this dish is that you can put them in the oven 20 minutes before you leave and you've got eggs to go. Preheat your oven to 400F. Spray a muffing tin withcooking spray.Line the muffin tin with a good-quality sliced ham, making sure you don't leave any holes. Crack an egg into each ham cup. Sprinkle with salt and freshly ground pepper. Bake for 15 minutes (medium hard). Remove from oven and let cool long enough that you can pick one up. Either have it on toast, or take it to go on a napkin.

3. Warmberries and yogurtWe are so lucky in the summer when berries are bountiful and can easily be added to yogurt. However, with cooler temps, try making a warm berry mixture by stewing a big batch of berries that you can spoon over yogurt oroatmeal throughout the week. Directions: Heat a large pan over medium heat. Add 3 cups frozen mixed berries, 1/4 cup water and one cinnamon stick. Cook, stirring occasionally until berries have all defrosted. Reduce heat to medium. Add 1 tbsp sugar (or to taste) and 1 tbsp fresh lemonjuice. Cook until liquid has reduced and berries and sauce are desired thickness, 2 to 3 more minutes. Spoon over your favourite yogurt. And if you have an extra 10 minutes to spare, top off your stewed berries and yogurt with our quick and tastypecan cranberry granola.

4. Morning maple mochaAre you one of those people who makes coffee your only morning priority? (I'm guilty as charged.) Try a quick, yet caffeinated, switch-up to your morning bevvie that will also give you some added protein and fibre. Heat 2 1/2 cups soy or dairy milk in a pot over medium heat. Whisk in2 tbsp maple syrup and2 tbsp cocoa powder. Cook, whisking occasionally until milk barely begins to simmer. Add 1/4 cup oat bran andcook, stirring for 2 more min. Pour contents of pot into a blender. Blend on high for 30 seconds. Pour into mugs and top with a shot of espresso or strong coffee. Makes 2 mugs.

*The blending stage is optional but it does help to smooth out the oat bran.

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5. Citrus brûléeWinter is when citrus is at its peak. Here is a way to make it slightly more indulgent and cozy for a cool-morning breakfast. Preheat your oven broiler. Cut the ends off a grapefruit or orange, making a solid baseso it won't wobble. Cut thefruit in half. Place cut-side down on a few layers of paper towel to absorb excess juice for about 5 minutes. Turn over and sprinkle 1 tbsp sugar onto the flesh of each grapefruit half and place on a foil-lined baking sheet. Broil until sugar begins to turn amber, 6 to 8 min. Remove from oven and enjoy.

More breakfast ideas!If you have 10 minutes or more, the best way to be prepared for busy mornings is to have things made in advance. If you have the time, whip up a batch of our streusel-crunch blueberry muffins and then freeze them. Then pull out a couple (as needed) the night before and your breakfast will be waiting for you. If you prefer a savoury morning start, try this method with our flaky cornmeal and cheddar scones. Finally, if you're looking for cozy, and not worried about the clock, then you must try our homemade pancake and waffle recipes.

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