Breakfast is hailed as one of the most important meals of the day. Along with a big cup of coffee, breakfast gives us the energy to coast through the morning. If you’re plant-curious, it’s also one of the easiest meals to make vegan.
There’s tofu scramble, chickpea omelets, and tofu quiche. There’s vegan bacon, meatless breakfast sausage, and even frozen breakfast burritos. Plant-based milk can also be used the same way that you would use the dairy version.
But there are so many easy vegan breakfast options on store shelves, too. Consistently busy mornings can make skipping breakfast a habit, so these convenient options will help you start your day with ease.
Our favorite vegan cereals
Catalina Crunch
1Dark chocolate, protein-packed cereal from Catalina Crunch
This cereal tastes like “kid” cereal but for adults. It’s sturdy and stands up to any plant milk you use, so while you may have to rush out the door, you don’t have to worry about scarfing down your cereal for fear of it getting soggy. The dark chocolate flavor is a staple in our cupboards. Bonus: just a half cup contains 11 grams of plant-based protein.
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Purely Elizabeth
2Classic granola from Purely Elizabeth
Embrace the vegan hippie stereotype and pour yourself a satisfying bowl of granola. Any brand will do, but before you buy, check the ingredients to ensure the mix is honey-free. We love Purely Elizabeth’s Blueberry Hemp flavor over vegan yogurt or straight from the bag.
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Nature’s Path
3Organic cereal from Nature’s Path
Finding vegan-friendly cereal can be difficult sometimes (watch out for animal-derived ingredients such as milk, whey, honey, and vitamin D3, a lanolin-derived vitamin used by many manufacturers), but luckily, the Nature’s Path website makes it easy. Whether you’re vegan, gluten-free, and/or Kosher, you can easily filter your search by dietary preference. Plant-based offerings include Maple Pecan Crunch, Raisin Bran, and Sunrise Crunchy Cinnamon. For more kid-friendly cereals, reach for the brand’s EnviroKidz line, which includes flavors such as Koala Crisp, Panda Puffs, and Frosted Amazon Flakes.
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The best dairy-free yogurt for your morning granola
Forager Project
4 Creamy, cashew milk yogurt from Forager Project
Former Yoplait lovers, check out Forager’s flavored cashew milk yogurts. The blueberry flavor is outstanding, with vanilla bean not far behind. The brand also offers high-protein and drinkable yogurts.
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Silk
5 Smooth, rich dairy-free yogurt from Silk
The dairy-free giant has mastered the art of yogurt. Choose between soy-, coconut-, and almond-based varieties as you endure back-to-back morning Zoom calls. Top with honey-free granola and your favorite fruit for a quick and easy breakfast. Flavors include peach, strawberry, vanilla, and more.
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Kite Hill
6Thick, velvety Greek yogurt from Kite Hill
Greek yogurt enthusiasts, meet the vegan counterpart. Kite Hill’s decadently thick and creamy, almond milk-based Greek yogurt deserves a spot in your fridge. Both the plain and vanilla varieties are unsweetened—providing a tart canvas for berries, granola, or a drizzle of maple syrup.
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Slather your morning bagel with plant-based cream cheese
Philadelphia
7Philadelphia’s creamy vegan cream cheese
Say it with us: going vegan doesn’t mean having to give up your favorite foods. While dairy-free cream cheese has long been available, in 2023, Philadelphia launched its very first vegan flavor, and it’s still going strong today.
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Miyoko’s Creamery
8 Cultured cashew milk cream cheese from Miyoko’s Creamery
Created from a base of cultured cashew milk, Miyoko’s cream cheese will easily satisfy your cream cheese cravings. It’s churned using traditional creamery methods, so it’s velvety smooth, rich, and perfect for slathering over a morning bagel.
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Tofutti
9Nut-free cream cheese from Tofutti
Tofutti is a vegan OG. This velvety smooth cream cheese is perfect for bagels and crackers. And as a bonus for nut allergy sufferers, this product is not just dairy-free, but it’s nut-free, too.
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Convenient ready-made vegan breakfasts for busy mornings
Eat Just
10Quick, effortless Folded Just Egg
These mung bean-based egg patties are a game-changer. Use them to top toast, sandwich between a bagel, or cover with sliced avocado and salsa for a filling yet minimal-effort morning meal.
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Van’s Waffles
11Vegan, gluten-free Van’s Waffles
Not all of Van’s products are vegan, but we can’t get enough of the ones that are. The original, blueberry, and gluten-free apple-cinnamon frozen waffles have satisfied us on many lazy Sunday mornings (especially when topped with nut butter and banana slices).
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Mush
12Super easy overnight oats from Mush
Yes, overnight oats are easy to make, but they involve a level of preparation that doesn’t always happen. These packaged overnight oats are a go-to because they’re simple and easy to eat on the go. They can also be found in a plethora of coffee shops and cafés; it’s comforting to know that you don’t have to settle for a slightly stale plain bagel if you’re famished and on the go.
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Eat Just
13 Protein-packed, ready-made frozen Just Egg burritos
Eat Just’s frozen burritos make for an incredibly easy breakfast. Made with fluffy Just Egg, they’re protein-packed and come in a range of flavors, including Chili Crisp, Southwest, and Skillet. The latter is packed with vegetables, including roasted potatoes, broccoli, caramelized onions, and dill.
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Easy vegan breakfast baked goods
Abe’s Muffins
14Abe’s allergen-free vegan muffins
Fair warning: these allergen-free, vegan mini muffins can be addictive. They’re sweet, moist, and come in a variety of flavors from basic blueberry to sinful Devil’s Food. Pop a few before you dash out the door.
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Dave’s Killer Bread
15Hearty, satisfying Dave’s Killer Bread Epic Everything Bagels
Nothing beats a hearty bagel in the morning (especially when it’s loaded with cream cheese!). These Epic Everything Bagels from Dave’s Killer Bread are not just delicious; they’re also packed with 13 grams of protein and omega-3, too.
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Whole Foods
16Whole Foods vegan croissants
Find these flaky, buttery pastries in Whole Foods’ prepared frozen section. We love to heat one of these in the oven, brew a strong cup of coffee, and pretend we’re sitting outside our favorite vegan-friendly café.
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The best vegan meat alternatives for breakfast
Beyond
17Juicy breakfast links from Beyond
Sometimes, only a hearty, meaty breakfast sandwich will do. Stock up on Beyond’s plant-based links so you’re ready for the next time a craving hits.
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Impossible Foods
18English muffin-ready breakfast sausages from Impossible Foods
The perfect breakfast muffin isn’t complete without a sausage patty, and the good news is that there are plenty of vegan breakfast sausage products on the market to choose from—including this protein-packed option from Impossible Foods.
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Lightlife
19Crispy, umami-packed bacon from Lightlife
The next time someone says “But what about bacon?,” get them to try this crispy, tasty, vegan Smart Bacon from Lightlife. Just make sure to serve with plenty of ketchup.
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Our favorite breakfast potatoes
Strong Roots
20 Fluffy, crispy cauliflower potato hash browns from Strong Roots
These cauliflower-potato hash browns from Strong Roots offer all the crispy deliciousness of a regular hash brown, but with lower levels of saturated fat, especially when they’re cooked in an air fryer.
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Kroger
21Simple, classic hash brown patties from Kroger
If cauliflower for breakfast just isn’t your jam, check out these crispy potato patties from Kroger. They’re simple and delicious, especially when served with a breakfast muffin.
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The best plant-based morning drinks
Pop & Bottle
22Canned oat milk lattes from Pop & Bottle
When you’re dealing with a busy morning, it’s good to have a pre-made latte on hand. And you can’t go wrong with this creamy, plant-powered option from Pop & Bottle.
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Naked Juice
23Nutrient-packed Green Machine Naked Juice
Struggling to eat your greens? Drink them instead. This nutritious and delicious juice drink from Naked contains chlorella, spirulina, spinach powder, and a whole host of fruit extracts, too.
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Tanya Flink is a VegNews writer and runner living in Orange County, CA.
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