By: Jessie ShaferUpdated: 5/28/24
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Whether you have celiac disease or a gluten sensitivity – or maybe you’re serving someone who needs to avoid gluten – then you’ve come to the right place. Our team of dietitians has been developing delicious gluten-free recipes for a long time, and breakfast recipes are one of our favorite things to create. We’ve rounded up our top-rated gluten-free breakfasts that we and our readers make over and over again for nourishing breakfasts we can count on to start the day right.
Our Top Gluten-Free Breakfast Recipes
Did you know that every single recipe we create is either naturally gluten free or can be easily modified to be gluten free? That’s true of all of our breakfast recipes.
5-Ingredient Peanut Butter Granola Bars
Whether you enjoy these gluten-free granola bars as an addition to breakfast or as a healthy snack, you’re going to love them! We’ve been making them for years and our whole team has the recipe memorized.
Dairy Free | Egg Free Option | Gluten Free | Vegetarian
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Healthy Blueberry Baked Oatmeal
Baked oatmeals are one of our go-to healthy breakfast ideas, and we’ve created so many of them over the years. This blueberry baked oatmeal has been loved by thousands and continues to be one of our most popular and delicious gluten free breakfast recipes.
Dairy Free Option | Gluten Free | Nut Free
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Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins
Stacie loves to make these gluten-free muffins with her daughter for easy breakfast meal preps. She has even used this recipe to make a quick gluten banana bread, too, in a loaf pan instead of muffin cups. Make a batch to have easy grab-and-go breakfasts and lunch box options.
Dairy Free Option | Gluten Free Option | Nut Free
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Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats
Jess loves to use certified gluten-free oats to make these delicious overnight oats for a meal prep breakfast that she and her girls happily devour on busy mornings. They’re sweetened just lightly with one tablespoon of maple syrup and include healthy mix-ins like peanut butter, mashed banana, and chia seeds.
Dairy Free Option | Gluten Free | Vegetarian
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Pumpkin Protein Muffins
Jessie developed this recipe to mimic the Starbucks pumpkin bread, which she loves. But she wanted to make it more nutritious, so she added protein powder, reduced the sugar, and gave it a gluten free bread option.
Gluten Free Option | Nut Free | Vegetarian
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Sweet Potato Breakfast Casserole
This is one of our go-to recipes for serving guests. We love that this veggie-filled, low-carb breakfast casserole can be enjoyed by all, plus it comes together with just 20 minutes of prep time.
Dairy Free | Gluten Free | Grain Free | Nut Free | Whole30
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Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal
Jess loves to entertain, and this is one of her favorite gluten free brunch options to serve when her Mom is visiting town. The warm apples and cinnamon smell so good as this fork-eaten oatmeal bakes in the oven.
Dairy Free Option | Gluten Free | Vegetarian
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The Best Gluten-Free Banana Bread
This popular and easy banana bread recipe is only made better by the fact that we stir in chocolate chips. Try a slice warm slathered with butter or peanut butter, or take a slice cold along with yogurt or a piece of fruit or meat stick for an on-the-go breakfast idea.
Gluten Free Option | Nut Free | Vegetarian
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Energy Bites
It could not be easier to make a batch of these no-bake energy balls from just a few simple ingredients. Jessie loves to stash them in her freezer and then grabs one for quick energy as she dashes off to school drop offs.
Dairy Free | Egg Free | Gluten Free | Vegan
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Peanut Butter Protein Muffins
Every one of these delicious muffins boasts 9 grams of high-quality protein from the additions of Greek yogurt, peanut butter, and whey protein powder. Use gluten-free flour (we love the Bob’s Red Mill and King Arthur 1:1 gluten free flours) to make these muffins just how you need them.
Gluten Free Option | Vegetarian
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Mini Peanut Butter Protein Bars
Stacie makes a batch of these simple protein bars almost every week. She loves them as a breakfast option and also a great gluten-free snack right out of her freezer.
Dairy Free | Egg Free | Gluten Free | Vegan
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Mixed Berry Baked Oatmeal
This is one of the first baked oatmeal recipes we ever developed and it’s still a fan favorite. We love to make it with kefir, but it can easily be modified to be dairy free by using a dairy-free milk and non-dairy butter or coconut oil.
Gluten Free | Nut Free | Vegetarian
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Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal
When the craving for all things pumpkin hits, we love to make this easy gluten free breakfast. Stacie loves to top hers with a dollop of yogurt and toasted pecans and enjoy it as a cozy breakfast with a cup of coffee on a crisp fall day!
Dairy Free Option | Gluten Free | Nut Free Option | Vegetarian
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Banana Chocolate Chip Baked Oatmeal
Jess can’t resist the combo of bananas and chocolate, and her girls love it, too! That’s why we have several recipes on our site that feature that flavor combination. If you’re like Jess and can’t eat eggs, then we’ve included instructions for how to make it with a flax egg substitute.
Dairy Free | Gluten Free | Vegetarian
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Tex-Mex Sweet Potato Hash
Want something savory? Then this is one of our best gluten free breakfast options that’s high in protein and even includes veggies. Make it quickly with leftover taco meat, and serve it as a breakfast bowl with a fried egg, if you’d like.
Dairy Free | Egg Free | Gluten Free | Grain Free | Nut Free | Whole30
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Gluten-Free Pancakes With Protein
A short two-stack serving of these gluten-free pancakes dishes up 12 grams of protein, which will have you feeling ready to tackle your morning (and your morning workout). Stacie loves to top them with Greek yogurt, fresh berries, and a drizzle of nut butter for a balanced and delicious meal that keeps her satisfied.
Dairy Free Option | Gluten Free Option | Nut Free | Vegetarian
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Easy Egg Bites with Cottage Cheese
Jessie based this recipe on the Starbucks egg bites, but made them even better! They make a high-protein addition to your mornings and are great for meal prep breakfasts, pack and reheat easily, and are super quick to make a whole batch!
Gluten Free | Grain Free | Nut Free | Vegetarian
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Baked Vanilla Protein Oatmeal
People often ask us if they can added protein powder to our baked oatmeal recipes. Yes, you can! And we even created this recipe for a vanilla baked oatmeal that is higher in protein and a blank canvas for any mix-ins you want to add.
Gluten Free | Nut Free | Vegetarian
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Sausage Hash Brown Egg Bake
We love an overnight breakfast casserole, and this one is an easy gluten free recipe we return to again and again to serve our families and guests. Made with a hash brown base and a topping of veggies, scrambled eggs, and breakfast sausage, the ingredients are simple and so good in this cheesy high-protein breakfast.
Dairy Free Option | Gluten Free | Grain Free | Nut Free | Whole30
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Oatmeal Breakfast Bars with Wild Blueberries
Think of these bars like one of those soft baked oat bars you can buy, but this one is homemade and doesn’t contain any unwanted additives or high added sugars. We love these for breakfast meal prep and you can make them with fresh blueberries or wild blueberries.
Gluten Free Option | Vegetarian
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Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins
These tender gluten-free muffins are made nutritious and delicious thanks to the addition of thick and creamy yogurt, blueberries, and whole grain rolled oats. These wholesome muffins make a great addition to a healthy breakfast or snack.
Gluten Free Option | Nut Free | Vegetarian
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Sausage Hash Brown Egg Muffins
Egg muffins are a great make-ahead breakfast. They’re kind of like a portable poached egg with other tasty ingredients, like breakfast sausage and veggies. Jessie makes these often for an simple breakfast to ease the morning rush.
Dairy Free | Gluten Free | Grain Free | Nut Free | Whole30
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Make-Ahead Freezer Breakfast Sandwiches
Jess makes these breakfast sandwiches often as part of her weekend meal prep. The method to make the sheet pan eggs makes it easy to assemble these sandwiches. Use a gluten-free bagel or English muffin to make these freezer sandwiches gluten free.
Gluten Free Option | Nut Free
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Cinnamon Roll Coffee Cake
Jessie created this recipe to have all the delicious flavor of cinnamon rolls, but with a much quicker method than making traditional cinnamon rolls. Plus, you can easily make them gluten free. When it bakes, it looks like one big cinnamon roll in the pan.
Gluten Free Option | Vegetarian
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Raspberry Chocolate Chip Baked Oatmeal
The flavor combo of raspberries and chocolate chips tastes so great together in this baked oatmeal recipe. It’s an easy gluten-free breakfast to make ahead of time and then enjoy with a side of topping of yogurt or whipped cream.
Dairy Free Option | Gluten Free | Nut Free | Vegetarian
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Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole
Think of this as a cross between a tater tot casserole and your favorite breakfast casserole. We’ve also included a make-ahead option so all you need to do is pop the prepared casserole into the oven in the morning.
Gluten Free | Nut Free
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5-Ingredient Green Smoothie
This recipe is our go-to smoothie and it contains so many good-for-you nutrients. You can also enjoy it as a smoothie bowl with a topping of fresh fruit and granola for a well rounded breakfast.
Dairy Free Option | Gluten Free | Vegan Option
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Lemon Blueberry Baked Oatmeal
Jess wanted to create a baked oatmeal that is 100% plant based, and she nailed it. This one calls for a plant-based yogurt and flax egg to make it a delicious gluten free and vegan breakfast. The pop of lemon is out of this world!
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Chai Spice Protein Breakfast Cookies
Enjoy those warming and delicious spices of a favorite hot chai tea, now in breakfast cookie form. These make-ahead cookies are high in protein, boasting 15 grams of high-quality protein in every cookie. Add nutrition and new flavors to your healthy morning routine.
Gluten Free | Vegetarian
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Paleo Granola with Honey and Cinnamon
Made from a mix of nuts and seeds, this grain-free granola is lightly sweetened with honey and has delicious additions, such as dried cranberries, cinnamon, and coconut flakes.
Dairy Free | Egg Free | Gluten Free | Grain Free | Vegan | Whole30
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Butternut Squash, Apple, And Sausage Hash
Wondering how you can get more veggies in your day? Start with this delicious hash and you’ll be well on your way! It features a flavorful combination of hearty veg, ground meat, and everyday spices. Enjoy it as is, or top it with a fried egg.
Dairy Free | Egg Free | Gluten Free | Grain Free | Nut Free | Whole30
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Ham And Cheese Breakfast Casserole
This breakfast casserole has a pancake-like base layer that gets topped with veggies, ham, and cheese. It’s like a marriage between a baked pancake and an omelet, and it’s so dreamy good for breakfast, brunch, and meal preps, too!
Gluten Free Option | Nut Free
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Mixed Berry Protein Chia Pudding
Stacie says this chia pudding is creamy, dairy-free, quick-to-make, and meal prep friendly. It’s a satisfying and tasty gluten-free breakfast or snack. She gives it a boost of protein from collagen, plus a boost of fiber from chia seeds and berries.
Dairy Free | Egg Free | Gluten Free | Grain Free | Nut Free | Vegan
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Banana Berry Smoothie
Made with skin-nourishing ingredients, like antioxidant-rich berries, avocado, spinach, and almond milk, plus collagen peptides, this easy smoothie recipe is both good for you and delicious.
Dairy Free Option | Egg Free | Gluten Free | Grain Free | Nut Free | Vegan
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Buffalo Chicken Egg Muffins
This one is for the buffalo chicken lovers! Get the savory flavors you crave at breakfast in these protein-packed make-ahead egg muffins. They’re a great option for mornings on the go.
Dairy Free | Gluten Free | Grain Free | Nut Free | Whole30
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Don’t see the gluten-free breakfast you’re looking for? We have so many more, including gluten free waffles that are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. And delicious Instant Pot oatmeal made with steel-cut oats. And even a crustless quiche.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do oats contain gluten?
Oats are a naturally gluten-free whole grain. Oats are often processed in facilities that have gluten-containing grains, however, so cross contamination can happen. If you have celiac disease or a gluten sensitivity, look for certified GF oats that are processed in a gluten-free facility.
What are some gluten-free breakfast ideas that don’t include eggs?
Oatmeals, overnight oats, and baked oatmeals made with a flax egg are great gluten-free breakfasts that don’t contain eggs. Smoothies, hashes, and vegan granola bars are other good options. Plus, we have many more gluten-free breakfasts that don’t contain eggs.
What are some gluten-free breakfast ideas for meal prep?
You can’t go wrong with a baked oatmeal recipe for an easy meal prep. We also like to meal prep egg muffins and egg bites, chia pudding or overnight oats, and gluten-free muffins and quick breads.
Jessie Shafer
Jessie is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist living near Denver, CO where she splits her time among nearby playgrounds, typing away at her trusty laptop, and heating up her home kitchen with delicious experiments. Her best taste tester is her husband, a Denver firefighter with a well-trained palate. A former magazine editor-in-chief, Jessie has a long career in food publishing and health writing. While she once played centerfield for the Northwestern University softball team, Jessie now prefers her fitness in the way of biking up mountain passes and chasing three little kiddos (the latter proving to be the more exhausting activity).
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