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To start your day off right, why not turn to these Easy Breakfast Ideas For One that are definitely worth waking up for. Small batch pancakes, muffins, scones, granola and more, along with single serving egg recipes that won’t leave you with leftovers.ย 

A plate of four strawberry scones with a drizzle of melted white chocolate on a plate next to a small bowl of strawberries

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, right? With that being the case, why not enjoy a healthy breakfast worth waking up for.

If you’re in a cereal rut, you’ll love these tasty single serving easy breakfast ideas. We’ve got small batch muffins and scones, quiche, granola, pancakes, biscuits and more.

The following recipes are ideal for anyone cooking for one or two people and are designed for people who live on their own, a parent who wants to indulge themselves while their kids have their favorites, couples that canโ€™t agree on what they want for breakfast or caregivers providing meals to a parent or friend. Scroll through the list, you’re sure to find a few easy breakfast ideas to love.

Enjoy!

Easy Breakfast Ideas For One

three pancakes on a plate with a fork on the side.

Pancakes For One

4.82 from 327 votes
Make fluffy pancakes for one with this easy recipe! Perfectly portioned, ready in 15 minutes, and made with pantry staples for a quick, delicious breakfast.
Pancakes For One Recipe
a breakfast casserole made with cubed bread in a small baking dish.

Mini French Toast Casserole

4.88 from 33 votes
This delicious French toast casserole features sweet apple pieces and crunchy pecans, making it a perfect choice for breakfast or dessert. Quick and easy to prepare, this breakfast bread pudding serves one to two people.
Mini French Toast Casserole Recipe
four strawberry scones topped with a glaze on a white plate

Small Batch Strawberry Scones

4.95 from 20 votes
These small batch strawberry scones are soft, buttery, and filled with fresh strawberries and white chocolate chips. Baked until golden and topped with a sweet glaze, theyโ€™re perfect for a quick breakfast or treat.
Small Batch Strawberry Scones
a mini quiche lorraine in a small red baking dish next to a glass of red wine

Crustless Quiche Lorraine For One

4.78 from 40 votes
This Crustless Quiche Lorraine features creamy eggs, smoky bacon, and plenty of cheese baked to perfection in a small baking dishโ€”simple and flavorful!
Quiche Lorraine For One Recipe
banana muffin in muffin pan

Small Batch Banana Muffins

4.91 from 434 votes
These moist and flavorful banana muffins are made with just 2 bananas! This easy small batch recipe is perfect for a quick breakfast or snack and bakes in just 20 minutes.
Small Batch of Banana Muffins Recipe
egg, sausage and cheese wrapped up in tortillas on a white dish.

Make Ahead Breakfast Burritos

4.94 from 15 votes
Make Ahead Huevos Rancheros Breakfast Burritos filled with spicy black beans, onions and garlic, eggs, cheese and cilantro.
Breakfast Burritos For One Recipe
three drop biscuits in a basket.

Small Batch Drop Biscuits

4.85 from 44 votes
This small batch drop biscuit recipe is quick, easy, and perfect for one or two people. Ready in just 20 minutes, these buttery, tender biscuits are great for breakfast, dinner, or with soup. No rolling or cutting required!
Small Batch of Drop Biscuits Recipe
Pina Colada Smoothie in a glass with whipped cream on top.

Tropical Smoothie

4.90 from 19 votes
Blend up a refreshing Tropical Smoothie! Experience the burst of exotic fruits for an energizing start or a cool afternoon treat.
Tropical Smoothie For One Recipe
a jar of fresh apple granola on top of a plaid napkin and next to apples and measuring spoons

Small Batch Apple Granola

5 from 13 votes
Fresh apple granolaย made with one apple! Perfectly spiced with touches of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Tastes just like apple pie!
Small Batch of Apple Granola
a mini pumpkin coffee cake in a small round baking dish on a green plate

Pumpkin Coffee Cake For One

5 from 8 votes
Treat yourself to a single serving Pumpkin Coffee Cake topped with a crumbly, buttery streusel. Itโ€™s easy to make, perfectly spiced, and just the right size for one!
Pumpkin Coffee Cake For One
a small maple muffin on a silver tray.

Maple Muffin For One

4.91 from 22 votes
This big, bakery-style maple muffin is soft, moist, and filled with sweet maple flavor and crunchy walnuts. Baked in a ramekin and topped with a buttery streusel, itโ€™s perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.
Maple Muffin For One Recipe
smoked salmon and scrambled eggs over a piece of crusty french bread.

Smoked Salmon and Eggs with Pesto

5 from 1 vote
Smoked Salmon and Eggs with Pesto – Slices of smoked salmon topped with scrambled eggs placed over a flavorful layer of pesto and toast. Easy to make and absolutely delicious!
Smoked Salmon and Eggs Recipe
a small cast iron skillet filled with homemade cinnamon rolls

Small Batch Cinnamon Rolls

5 from 31 votes
You wonโ€™t believe how easy it is to make homemade cinnamon rolls! No yeast and ready in 30 minutes. These cinnamon rolls are heavenly, theyโ€™re sweet, gooey, fluffy, and incredibly delicious. Made with refrigerator biscuits.
Small Batch Of Cinnamon Rolls
a jar of granola tipped over on a silver tray with granola all over the pan.

Small Batch Gingerbread Granola

5 from 17 votes
Make Gingerbread Granola, blending classic spices, oats, molasses, and brown sugar for a simple, magical holiday snack. Perfect for breakfast or on-the-go.
Small Batch Of Gingerbread Granola
an apple cinnamon scone topped with a glaze and chopped pecans on a baking sheet

Small Batch Apple Cinnamon Scones

4.79 from 23 votes
Buttery Apple Cinnamon Scones filled with bits of sweet apples and toasted pecans and topped with a delightful maple glaze. This wonderful small batch recipe will yield 4 tender scones.
Small Batch of Apple Scones Recipe
a mini breakfast casserole in a small square baking dish next to a glass of orange juice

Mini Breakfast Casserole

4.77 from 30 votes
Enjoy a hearty make-ahead breakfast casserole filled with crusty bread, flavorful sausage, egg, and melted cheese. This single serving recipe is ideal for a satisfying morning meal at home.
Breakfast Casserole For One Recipe
three toaster pastries on a white plate.

Small Batch Toaster Pastries

5 from 10 votes
If you love pop-tarts, you'll love these homemade Toaster Pastries! Easily made with refrigerated pie crust, filled with Nutella or your favorite jam and baked in the oven. Just like the toaster pastries you can buy at the grocery, only better!
Small Batch of Toaster Pastries
one small banana bread in a ramekin next to a red napkin

Banana Bread For One

4.94 from 130 votes
This one banana banana bread recipe is a single serving treat thatโ€™s soft, moist, and full of flavor. A quick and easy way to use one ripe banana!
Banana Bread For One Recipe
a lemon scone with a glaze on a baking sheet.

Small Batch Lemon Poppy Seed Scones

5 from 6 votes
These lemon poppy seed scones are light, flaky, and full of bright lemon flavor with a subtle crunch from poppy seeds. Topped with a simple lemon glaze, theyโ€™re perfect for a quick breakfast or afternoon treat.
Lemon Poppy Seed Scones Recipe

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22 Comments

  1. Rose says:

    I tried the pancakes for one. They were so delicious. So easy to make and they came out light and fluffy. They made three. I gave away my boxed pancakes. Thank you!

    1. Joanie Zisk says:

      I’m so happy you enjoyed them!!

  2. Darlene says:

    I have enjoyed many of your recipes. I just told my son about your site because he and his wife have no one else at home. My favorites are Upside Down Pineapple cake and Chocolate Chip Cookie deep dish. I have several small pans and baking items to do them in. Other recipes too. Thank You for all you do. Happy Holidays.

  3. Ruth Christopher says:

    Your recipes are so good. I am widowed and love to cook. I order two more for my sister and step-daughter.

  4. Diane Groves says:

    I can’t wait to try most of these recipes. I already made the banana bread….yum!!!! There’s no man to cook for and my little one is super picky. I’m super happy I found your page.

    1. Joanie Zisk says:

      I’m happy you found us too, Diane. I’m so glad you are enjoying the recipes.

      Joanie