31 Hearty Vegan Breakfast Recipes
31 of the best VEGAN breakfast recipes. This roundup has it all; from sweet to savory, these meat-free, egg-free morning recipes are the perfect way to start your day.
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This post was originally published on 10/12/2018.
Many new vegans tend to get stuck in a rut when it comes to breakfast foods. There are only so many tofu scrambles and overnight oats one can eat!
Don’t get me wrong, I love both and eat about 5 tofu scrambles a week.But what about when you’re looking for something new?
Good news! I’ve got you covered.
I’ve rounded up some of my favorite easy vegan breakfast recipes to keep on hand when you are looking for something fresh and new. Take a look through this roundup and find some of the best pancakes, tofu scrambles, oats, smoothies, and pastries to add to your breakfast rotation.
Ready to get started? Let’s get cooking!
Vegan Huevos Rancheros
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Start your day off right with these Vegan Huevos Rancheros. Made with scrambled tofu, refried beans, and spicy rancheros sauce for a hearty and healthy breakfast.
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Biscuits and Gravy
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Vegan biscuits and gravy combine tender, flaky buttermilk biscuits and the best plant-based gravy ever! It's a vegan version of classic biscuits and sausage gravy you’ll absolutely love. Make the biscuits in advance for a quick and satisfying vegan brunch.
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5-Minute Vegan Scrambled Eggs
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Vegan scrambled eggs at last! These easy vegan scrambled eggs are made with crumbled tofu and flavored with nutritional yeast garlic, and onions for a simple, hearty and healthy 5-minute breakfast.
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Mexican Tofu Scramble
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Start your morning off with this vegan and gluten-free Mexica Tofu Scrambled filled with fresh corn, pico de gallo, cilantro, and avocado. Ready in 20 minutes for a quick and satisfying meal.
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Southwest Vegan Breakfast Burrito
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This Southwest Vegan Breakfast Burrito is loaded with protein and vegetables and filled with flavor for a healthy, delicious breakfast. Keep them in the freezer for grab-n-go meals all week long. Made in under 30 minutes!
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Vegan Eggs Benedict
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Start your day off right with this Vegan Eggs Benedict with avocado – made to perfection with seasoned tofu and homemade vegan hollandaise sauce.
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Vegan Quiche Lorraine
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My take on this brunch favorite has all the creamy, smoky and cheesy flavor without any of the guilt. Try my Vegan Quiche Lorraine recipe and see how truly tasty plant based living can be!
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Vegan Zucchini Fritters
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These warm and zesty vegan zucchini fritters! Made in just 20 minutes, they make the perfect breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Top with vegan sour cream and fresh green onions for a simple and delicious meal.
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Homemade Granola with Cherries and Almonds
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The perfect sweet and crunchy super chunky homemade granola filled with cherries, almonds, coconut, and spices for a hearty and healthy quick and easy breakfast. Easy and delicious!
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Strawberry Overnight Oats
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Wake up to this delicious grab-and-go breakfast. These vegan Strawberry Overnight Oats are a hearty, sweet, satisfying, and wholesome meal. Throw them together in just 5 minutes for a quick and easy breakfast all week long.
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Blueberry Overnight Oats
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These Blueberry Overnight Oats are made with a blend of coconut and almond milk for a sweet, refreshing, and creamy grab-n-go breakfast.
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal
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This Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal is made with steel cut oats, raw cacao powder, cacao nibs, and natural peanut butter for a wholesome and delicious breakfast.
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Blueberry Coconut Baked Oatmeal
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Start your day off with this delicious vegan and gluten-free baked oatmeal. Made with bananas, blueberries, and coconut for a sweet and creamy heart-healthy breakfast. Just 10 minutes of prep time!
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Vegan Banana Pancakes
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Wake up to these easy vegan banana pancakes. Light, fluffy, and slightly sweetened with maple syrup, this is a breakfast worth getting out of bed for. Ready in 10 minutes!
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Easy Vegan Pancakes
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Wake up to these easy Vegan Pancakes. Light, fluffy, and slightly sweetened with maple syrup, this is a breakfast worth getting out of bed for. Ready in 10 minutes!
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Vegan Chocolate Chip Pancakes
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These decadent vegan Chocolate Chip Pancakes are the best way to start your day! Fluffy, sweet, and filled with chocolate in every bite, this is a breakfast worth getting out of bed. Made in under 20 minutes!
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Classic Vegan French Toast
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This Classic Vegan French Toast is made even better without eggs. Made with chickpea flour and soy milk, this vegan brunch recipe will certainly impress.
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Vanilla Spice Vegan French Toast
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This simple vegan french toast is made with just 4 ingredients. Vanilla spiced flavored and topped with coconut whipped cream and fresh berries, this french toast is a delicious breakfast for all.
Vegan Blueberry Pancakes
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Wake up to these easy Vegan Blueberry Pancakes. Light, fluffy, and slightly sweetened with maple syrup, this is a breakfast worth getting out of bed for. Ready in 10 minutes!
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Blueberry Coconut Smoothie Bowl
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A Blueberry Smoothie Bowl filled with the most delicious superfoods for the perfect way to start your day. Hearty and refreshing, this vegan smoothie bowl can be made in just 5 minutes.
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Chocolate Smoothie Bowl with Hazelnut and Hemp
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This Hazelnut Chocolate Smoothie Bowl is a wholesome, hearty, and delicious way to start your day. Made in just 5 minutes, it’s a smoothie that is packed with fiber, protein, and powerful superfoods for a meal that will fuel you up for hours.
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Tropical Smoothie Bowl
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A Tropical Green Smoothie Bowl filled with mango, banana, and pineapple and topped with the BEST superfoods such as coconut and chia seeds. It's a refreshing and hearty meal that will fuel you up for hours.
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Shake
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A delicious and refreshing chocolate peanut butter protein shake made with just 3 simple, plant-based, protein-rich ingredients. Made in just 5 minutes for a wholesome and hearty breakfast.
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Tropical Smoothie Bowl
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A Tropical Green Smoothie Bowl filled with mango, banana, and pineapple and topped with the BEST superfoods such as coconut and chia seeds. It's a refreshing and hearty meal that will fuel you up for hours.
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Mixed Berry Acai Bowl Recipe
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Start your day off right with this Mixed Berry Acai Bowl filled with fruits, superfoods, and the best vitamins and minerals. Made in just 5 minutes for a quick, wholesome, and delicious breakfast.
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Vegan Mixed Berry Muffins
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Wake up to these delicious Mixed Berry Muffins. Topped with a buttery crumb topping and baked to perfection, these sweet morning pastries are bursting with flavor.
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Blueberry Hemp Muffins
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My Healthy Blueberry Hemp Muffins are the make-ahead vegan breakfast you need in your rotation. These delightfully fluffy and flavorful treats are full of protein and made without any refined sugars. They're also perfectly portable, making them an ideal choice for your morning commute.
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Healthy Vegan Banana Bread
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This healthy vegan banana bread is sweetened naturally with dates and bananas for a delicious, moist, and healthy morning or midday sweet bread. Prepare this easy quick bread recipe in just 10 minutes. Then sit back with a cup of tea and relax while you watch it bake.
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Lemon Blueberry Scones (Vegan)
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You’re going to love these flaky vegan scones. Filled with blueberries and lemon in every bite, this vegan pastry is the ultimate comfort food. Made in just 30 minutes!
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Gluten-Free Vegan Breakfast Cookies
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Start your day off with these superfood-packed gluten free vegan breakfast cookies. Made in just 30 minutes for a breakfast or snack that will fuel you up all morning long.
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More Vegan Recipes
Looking for even more vegan recipes? Here are a few more articles to check out:
- 31 Quick and Easy Dinner Recipes
- 50 Vegan Soup Recipes
- 25 Delicious Tofu Recipes
- Vegan and Gluten-Free Recipes
If you give one of these recipes recipe a try, snap a photo and share it on Instagram. Make sure to tag @mydarlingvegan so I can see your creations!
Hi, I’m Sarah. I’m a 14-year (and counting) vegan, professionally trained photographer, former pastry chef, founder of My Darling Vegan, and author of the 
johanne says
Gee I can’t stop staring at those breakfast cookies! I like to see the progression in your photos. You were good then. You are much better now!
Sarah says
Thanks, Johanne!