Easy Vegan Breakfasts to Make Before School

Tfw you’re running late and you don’t have time to whip up a huge breakfast before school. 😩 Honestly, this can happen pretty often—it’s not our fault that school starts so early! But this doesn’t mean you have to feel hungry as you sit through your morning classes. Fill up on these convenient vegan breakfast foods on your way out the door:

vegan breakfast sandwiches

Breakfast sandwiches are among the easiest, most filling options for busy mornings—try these vegan versions:

field roast classic style sausage, egg & cheese plant-based breakfast sandwich

This delicious vegan sandwich takes only four minutes to heat up and has 23 grams of protein to give you the boost you need to start your day. 💪

waffle breakfast sandwich

The waffle + vegan meat combo is a match made in heaven—make this recipe in three easy steps.

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Waffle Breakfast Sandwich

vegan breakfast burritos

Burritos for breakfast? The ones listed below will make you say, “Yes, please!”

amy’s kitchen gluten free tofu scramble breakfast wrap

We see you, gluten-free squad—this soft tofu scramble wrap has everything you love about breakfast burritos. 🙏

epic breakfast burrito

Before hitting the road, cook this burrito filled with hash browns, sausage, and tofu.

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Epic Breakfast Burrito

just egg breakfast burritos

Enjoy this iconic vegan egg brand’s Chili Crisp Breakfast Burrito with edamame and shiitake mushrooms, Skillet Breakfast Burrito with roasted potatoes and broccoli florets, or Southwest Breakfast Burrito with rice, beans, and poblano peppers.

vegan english muffins

You can make breakfast sandwiches using English muffins! Look for these and other vegan products:

rudi’s rocky mountain bakery english muffins

All of Rudi’s Rocky Mountain Bakery’s English muffins are vegan—just steer clear of the company’s premade breakfast sandwiches (which contain animal-derived ingredients) and make vegan versions instead.

trader joe’s classic or whole wheat english muffins

English muffins from TJ’s are soft, hearty, and ideal for making vegan breakfast sandwiches.

food for life english muffins

With eight varieties of vegan English muffins—including Cinnamon Raisin Sprouted Whole Grain and Gluten-Free Brown Rice—Food For Life is a great brand for compassionate eaters.

dave’s killer bread english muffins

Both of Dave’s Killer Bread’s English muffin varieties are vegan: Killer Classic English Muffins and Rockin’ Grains English Muffins. Most of the brand’s other offerings are also vegan—just watch out for those made with honey.  

vegan eggs

Vegan “egg” products look and taste like chicken eggs without the cruelty. Here are some you can use when you’re making breakfast:

beleaf plant-based sunnyside up egg

Do you beleaf in the power of vegan eggs? 🤷 After trying this egg on your breakfast sandwich, you’ll see what all the hype is about.

just egg

JUST Egg comes in clutch again with ready-to-go folded vegan eggs and an egg base to make omelets, scrambles, French toast, and other eggy meals.  

wundereggs plant based hard boiled eggs

These hard-boiled eggs look just like those from chickens but don’t support an industry that exploits animals and sends them to slaughter when they’re no longer seen as profitable.

simply eggless plant based egg

Whether you like your vegan eggs in patty, bite, or omelet form, this liquid from Simply Eggless can be fried, baked, or scrambled into any of these styles. Try the company’s other vegan egg products, too!

vegan yogurts

You can top off these nondairy yogurts with vegan granola—but be sure to avoid ingredients like honey:

kite hill greek style plant based yogurt

With 15+ grams of protein per serving and no added sugar or artificial sweeteners, these are some of the healthiest yogurts you can find.

Image from Kite Hill's website of a Kite hill greek style yogurt

dairy-free oui by yoplait

This yummy coconut-based yogurt comes in fruity flavors like Strawberry, Raspberry, and Mango. (If you’re vibing w vanilla, keep doing you.) 💁

oatly oatgurt strawberry

Oatly’s Oatgurt Strawberry is made with real strawberries and—you guessed it—oats. This vitamin-rich yogurt is nutritious and delicious.

Image from Oatly website of Oatly strawberry Oatgurt

forager project cashew and coconut yogurt

Made with creamy cashews and rich coconuts, Forager Project’s yogurts come in six delightful flavors, including Vanilla Bean, Blueberry, and Peach.

breakfast parfait

Combine one of the vegan yogurts above or another non-dairy yogurt with berries and granola to make an eye-catching breakfast parfait.

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Breakfast Parfait

vegan breakfast meal prep recipes

Do some meal prep and store these breakfasts in the fridge so they’re ready for you in the a.m.:

matcha overnight oats

Mix oats, flax milk, and a few other ingredients in a jar and chill it in the fridge overnight.

rosewater chia pudding

Combine almond milk, rosewater, and chia seeds in a jar. Let the chia seeds soak up the liquid overnight. Then, top it all off with fresh fruit and walnuts.

peanut butter and chocolate chia pudding

This rich, tasty treat mixes chia seeds, peanut butter, and chocolate almond milk. Stir it all in a jar, seal it tightly, and enjoy it the next morning.

breakfast banana pudding

Mix vegan pudding, vanilla wafers, and banana slices in a bowl or jar and let it refrigerate for two hours before eating.

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Breakfast Banana Pudding

vegan cereals

Pour some non-dairy milk into any of the vegan cereals on our list for a super-quick breakfast in a bowl.

more vegan breakfast ideas

Vegans have endless options for breakfast foods—check these out, and look for more products and recipes that don’t contain animal-derived ingredients on your own:

morningstar farms incogmeato plant-based pancake and sausage on a stick

Ready for the most unique item on this list? It’s a vegan breakfast sausage wrapped in a pancake and served on a stick—and it’s delicious. 😋

trader joe’s tofu scramble with soy chorizo

Enjoy this tofu scramble to help prevent chickens, pigs, and cows from enduring the horrors of the meat industry. It has vegan eggs, spicy soy chorizo, and vegan cheddar-style shreds.

raised gluten free vegan quiche

Serve up major brunch vibes with this tasty spinach quiche—no eggs, dairy, or gluten included.

breakfast scramble tacos

Tofu and soy chorizo pack a powerful protein punch in these tasty tacos.

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Breakfast Scramble Tacos

maple-pecan oatmeal

With just five minutes of cook time, this delicious oatmeal recipe is perfect for fueling up before school.

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Maple-Pecan Oatmeal

easy vegan pancakes

Whether you prefer them with syrup, peanut butter, fruit, or another yummy vegan topping, pancakes will always be a goated breakfast option.

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Easy Vegan Pancakes

strawberry-banana smoothie

Blend nondairy milk, bananas, strawberries, dates, and ice to make this smooth, creamy drink.

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Want to make a stop at Dunkin’ on the way to school? Try out all the chain’s tasty vegan foods to find your new go-to order.

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