Start your day right with 50 Vegan Breakfast Ideas that are perfect for everyday mornings or your next brunch spread! From hearty Tofu Scramble to fluffy Pancakes and vibrant Smoothies, this roundup is packed with easy, plant-based recipes that are simple, delicious, and sure to satisfy. Whether you're meal prepping or hosting, there's something for everyone!
Think beyond avocado toast with these easy breakfast ideas! From crispy, savory skillet favorites like vegan bacon and plant-based sausages to fluffy french toast drizzled with maple syrup, this roundup is packed with plant-based dishes that will win over even the pickiest eaters!
Whether you’re hosting family, entertaining house guests, or sharing a cozy breakfast with loved ones, with a mix of sweet and savory recipes, there’s truly something for everyone to enjoy. These vegan breakfast and brunch recipes make it easy to whip up a spread that’s vibrant, delicious, and sure to impress.
Plant-Based Breakfast & Brunch Tips:
Meal Prep Tip: Make your mornings easier by prepping breakfast recipes in advance! Freeze a batch of healthy pancakes, prep muffins for a quick grab-and-go option, or make granola to always have on hand. Vegan sausage patties can also be made ahead and frozen for a quick protein boost. For an extra time-saver, try my tofu scramble spice mix to effortlessly whip up a scramble on busy mornings.
Brunch Tip: When serving brunch, offer a balance of sweet and savory dishes to please all tastes. Think tofu scrambles, pancakes, fresh fruit, and a bread or muffin. Don’t forget to include vegetables—add a vibrant spinach salad, savory zucchini fritters, or roasted sweet potatoes to round out the meal and keep everyone satisfied.
Don’t Forget Beverages: Complement your brunch spread with a refreshing drink, like freshly squeezed juice, fruit smoothies, or a coffee bar featuring plant-based milk options to satisfy everyone’s preferences.
How to Make a Hearty, Satisfying Vegan Breakfast: To keep your breakfast filling and energizing, focus on balancing protein, fiber, and healthy fats. Add avocado, nuts, or seeds to your pancakes or tofu scramble for extra staying power. Whole grains like oats or quinoa are also great additions to keep you full longer.
Below are over 50 vegan breakfast ideas:
Vegan Egg Yolk: "I absolutely LOVE this recipe! quick, easy, and delicious. my non-vegan partner specifically ASKS me to make it!" -Bobbi
Hearty Tofu Scramble: "This is the best tofu scramble I've ever made. (and I've tried A LOT) Definitely a keeper!!" -Char
Tip: This scramble is packed with veggies including bell pepper, onion, and black beans making it super hearty!
Vegan Fried Egg: "I make this at our bed and breakfast! Guests love it!" -Alison
Tofu Scramble Spice Mix: "A great vegan substitute for scrambled eggs.
A quick delicious meal, especially with the seasoning mix prepared in a large batch ahead of time. Thank you, Sam!" -Diane
Vegan Scrambled Eggs: "Delicious, nutritious, and meal prep friendly! This recipe held its own as a main breakfast dish, but also made for an awesome wrap filling and toast topper." -Grace
Vegan Breakfast Sandwich: "This sandwich was so delicious!!!" -Serena
Quick & Easy Vegan Bacon: "I love this "bacon" so much and it is my "go to" recipe. Just super delicious!" -Denise
Banana Peel Bacon: maybe a a short reader review here or helpful tip
Easy Vegan Breakfast Sausage Patties: "These vegan sausages were perfect with homemade vegan pancakes for breakfast!" -Kai
Tofu Deli Meat: "We have been eating tofu for years, but never this way. It's delicious, fast, easy, yummy from the fridge and can be batched for easy supply during busy days. A new family favorite, thanks, Sam!" -Yulca
Vegan Hashbrown Potatoes: "i never would've thought about putting potatoes in my salad spinner! i love crispy hashbrowns." -Kristin
Easy Smashed Potatoes: "TOTALLY delicious! Super Easy! Will definitely make this repeatedly. So yummy and no one would guess how quick and easy they are. Five Stars." -Chava
Vegan Potato Stacks: "The little potato stacks have quickly become one of our favorite sides. They are fast to make, and SO yummy." -Owenna
Vegan Deviled Potatoes: "These are five-star-delicious and quite honestly they have better flavor than making them with eggs! Make them exactly as the recipe says and it's hard to eat just one : - )" -Diane
Vegan Croissants: "I made these croissants for a Sunday morning treat, stuffing them with vegan chocolate chunks!!! My husband and I ate them up! And they really were easy." -Becky
Easy Vegan Lemon Curd: "This recipe came together so fast and was absolutely delicious. I can't wait to find more things to use it with!" -Maggie
Easy Chia Jam: "This recipe has taken all of the doubt out of making jam for me. Thank you soooo much!!" -Susa
3 Ingredient Vegan Nutella: "I just made this with cashews since I couldn't find hazelnuts. delish thanks" -Jan
Easy Vegan Cinnamon Rolls: "The best cinnamon-rolls I ever made. I took them to a party and everyone had the same opinion. They are already asking for new ones for the weekend." -Simone
Vegan Berry Crumb Muffins: "I made these yesterday and they are delicious!" -Rebecca
Easy Vegan Chocolate Chip Muffins: "This is my go to muffin recipe! It always turns out PERFECT. 10/10 i always recommend this recipe specifically to people after they try my delicious treats hehe." -Lori
Vegan Banana Nut Muffins: "Best vegan recipe. Hands down. So glad I found this recipe" -Steve
Tip: These banana muffins (all muffins for that matter) freeze beautifully, so stash them in the freezer for an easy grab-and-go breakfast.
Easy Vegan Carrot Muffins: "A family favourite! Always make two batches, one to eat and one to freeze." -Vanessa
Easy Vegan Banana Bread: "So easy and So good. I've made this so many times. I'm always buying bananas but they don't always get eaten, so I make banana bread... A total winner!" -Judith
Vegan Apple Bread: "Turned out great! Let it cool overnight and had it for breakfast. Will definitely make again." -Kate
Easy Vegan Zucchini Bread: "LOVE this recipe!!! It was sooooo good and everyone at my work gobbled it up! I've made this recipe 3x." -Deserae
Vegan Lemon Loaf: "Easy to make and delicious. Thank you" -Nicola
Vegan French Toast: "This is one of my favorite breakfasts to splurge on. I love it even more than traditional French toast." -Marci
Easy Vegan Pancakes: "It's hard to find a really good vegan Pancake recipe. This one is a keeper! Nice texture. Make extra and keep in the freezer for a quick breakfast." -Sandy
Tip: These vegan banana pancakes are secretly healthy and loaded with good-for-you ingredients.
Vegan Gingerbread Waffles: "Made these vegan waffles this morning. Oh my Goodness they are fabulous. Decision now made that they will be perfect for Chrismas Eve breakfast." -Dawn
Vegan Huevos Rancheros: "People, make this please you won't regret it." -Karen
The Best Vegan Bagels: "I LOVE these bagels! They come delicious every time!" -Amy
Vegan Cashew Cream Cheese: "We made the "regular" cream cheese this morning. Just had it with sliced apples - FABULOUS!! We really like it. Definitely compares with the vegan cheese you buy, but we know we can trust this." -Robin
Vegan Mini Quiche: "Absolutely a winner 🏆 with everyone‼️" -Theresa
Easy Vegan Zucchini Fritters: "Love the Zucchini Fritters! They are so easy to make and simply delicious." -Gerry
Vegan Powdered Donuts: "I never thought I would enjoy baked doughnuts more than deep fried ones but you did it Sam!! These were so soft, fluffy and amazing! Will make over and over, so easy and fast to make!! Delicious!" -Yuri
Vegan Potato Pancakes: "All my family loved them! these are simple and so full of flavor." -Ximena
Tip: I love these with a bit of hot sauce.
Vegan Strawberry Spinach Salad: "This salad is so refreshing" -Emily
Tip: Add a veggie boost to your brunch—everyone raves about this Strawberry Spinach Salad!
Vegan Strawberry Oat Bars: "This recipe is ridiculous! It's my favorite guilty pleasure in which to indulge, and it's a hit among every group with whom I've shared! I can't stop making it!!!" -Laura
Easy Vegan Sheet Pan Pancakes: "This is a GREAT recipe for guests! Easy, fool-proof, and delicious." -Debbie
Tip: Decorate the pancakes with your favorite toppings including berries, chocolate chips, coconut flakes, a drizzle of nut butter, or even sprinkles!
Vegan Banana Bread Oatmeal: "Great satisfying delicious breakfast! I always double the recipe to eat for a couple of days." -Liza
Tip: Drizzle a little peanut butter on top, yum!
Vegan Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal: "This oatmeal tastes SO good! I don't like dates so I put some berries on top instead (adds a nice bit of sweetness to the oatmeal). SO DELICIOUS!" -Anna
Pumpkin Spice Granola: "Absolutely Wonderful! So easy to make and seasonally perfect." -Vivienne
Tip: Serve this homemade granola with vanilla or plain plant-based yogurt with a drizzle of maple syrup.
Waffle Tofu: "This is such a fun, easy way to cook tofu! It came out amazing! Thank you so much! Another excellent recipe" -Ann
The Best Air Fryer Tofu: "I love this recipe and make it AT LEAST every other week. It's so easy to throw together, and so versatile for using in different meals." -Sheri
Vegan Caesar Cocktail: "I make this recipe of yours for my Canadian friends every New Year's Day" -Melissa
Easy Tropical Smoothie: "So refreshing and incredibly delicious!!" -Adam
My Go-To Green Smoothie: "Excellent blend of sweetness and tartness" -Lesley
Best Vegan Sandwich Bread: "just wanted to say..... this was the easiest and best tasting bread (with the swirly middle, lol) that I have ever made." -Kimberley
Smoky Vegan Beans on Toast: "Winner!! Easy quick meal! I followed it to a "T." Thanks for a good recipe and may I say an inexpensive meal." -Suzanne
Healthy Vegan Breakfast Cookies: "These are delicious, and even my pickiest kids gobble them up! Thanks for the recipe!" -Carrie
Tip: Get creative with the ingredients! Try different nuts and seeds, other dried fruit, or swap peanut butter for almond butter—or any nut or seed butter you love.
Sweet Potato Toast: "These are awesome. I put chickpeas mashed with garlic on them like a spread, and a couple thin slices of avocado." -Laura
Easy Vegan Cheddar Biscuits: "Family loved this recipe, even my daughter’s friend who isn’t vegan." -Laurie
Vegan Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls: "The only problem with these ;)@!$&#%^* rolls is that I can’t stop eating them!!" -Tracy
Vegan Protein Smoothies (with or without protein powder): "I have smoothies just about every day... and you gave me some great ideas for some protein sources I hadn't thought of:" -Brenda
Easy Vegan Glazed Donuts: "These are SO good! With/without the glaze they are awesome! And kid approved! " -Jessica
Craving Even More Vegan Breakfast Recipes?
If you're looking for even more delicious vegan breakfast ideas, check out my cookbooks! They're packed with tons of recipes to make your mornings extra tasty!
Craving Vegan: features an entire chapter dedicated to plant-based eggs, with recipes like omelettes, benedicts, breakfast burritos, and vegan egg cups.
Fuss-Free Vegan: includes classics like waffles, blueberry muffins, scones, crepes, rice paper bacon, and carrot lox.
Fast Easy Cheap Vegan: is all about quick meals with recipes like homemade pancake mix, biscuit mix, smoothie kits, and DIY instant oatmeal packets.
If you try any of these vegan breakfast recipes, let us know by leaving a comment, rating it, and don't forget to tag @itdoesnttastelikechicken on Instagram.
Bon appetegan!
Sam Turnbull.
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