Last Updated on January 15, 2022 by Olivia Wyles
I love spending hours researching & learning new things about the Keto diet. There are so many key tips and tricks to keep you on track, and I love it when I find something new. Since you loved my 25 Genius 2-Minute Keto Snacks Ideas and 11 Essential Keto Pantry Staples, I rounded up a few quick & easy ideas for one of the most difficult meals: Breakfast.
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Keto Breakfast Ideas
These Keto breakfast ideas are surprisingly easy to make in under 5 minutes and will help you enjoy your Keto journey even more. They taste great and will definitely fill you up well into the afternoon.
What breakfast ingredients should I keep on hand?
I highly recommend keeping your fridge and pantry stocked with the following essential keto breakfast ingredients: 1) Eggs 2) Bacon 3) Avocado 4) Cheese 5) Cold Cuts 6) Butter 7) Olives 8) And above all else: coffee!
Check out these quick & easy recipes and tell me what you think!
1. Bulletproof coffee: 1 tbsp MCT oil + 2 tablespoon Grass-Fed Butter or Ghee + 12 oz Coffee + Blend on high for 30 seconds [0 net carbs]
2. Flax Muffins: 1 Egg + splash of Heavy Whipping Cream + Monk Fruit Packet + Pinch of Salt + 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract + 4 tablespoon Ground Flax Meal + Mix well + Microwave 1 minute [1 net carb]
3. Cacao Protein Shake: 2 cups Unsweetened Almond milk + Ice Cubes + 1 scoop Chocolate Protein Powder + 1 tbs of Baking Cacao + Blend well [4 net carbs]
4. Keto Cream of Wheat: Warm up ½ cup Ricotta Cheese, then + 1 tablespoon Butter + 1 Monk Fruit Packet [0 net carbs]
5. Scrambled Eggs on-the-go: 2 Eggs + 2 oz Grated Cheese + splash of Heavy Whipping Cream + Salt + Pepper + Chives + Microwave 2-3 minutes [3 net carbs]
6. Keto Yogurt: 100g Plain Greek Yogurt + 1 tablespoon Peanut Butter (one ingredient: peanuts) + Monk Fruit Packet + Vanilla Extract [6 net carbs]
7. Keto Cereal: ¼ cup Shredded Coconut + ¼ cup Sliced Almonds + ¼ cup Crushed Pecans + ⅛ cup Chia Seeds + ⅛ cup Flax Seeds + Monk Fruit Packet + Cinnamon + Vanilla Extract + 1 tablespoon MCT oil + 1 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk + 1 tablespoon Heavy Whipping Cream [8 net carbs]
8. Mountain Man Breakfast: 6 Little Smokies + 2 slices of Cheese + handful of Peanuts + Coffee with Heavy Whipping Cream [7 net carbs]
9. Mexican Breakfast: Cook 2 oz Chorizo in pan + Whisk 2 Eggs + Pour into pan with Chorizo + Fry 1 low carb Tortilla in 1 tablespoon Butter + Fill Tortilla with mixture + Top with 2 oz Cheese + 1 tablespoon Salsa. [6 net carbs]
10. Elegant Breakfast: 1 cup Baby spinach leaves + Simmer in pan until wilted + Add 1 tablespoon Heavy Whipping Cream + Add 1 oz Parmesan Cheese + Set aside + Pan fry 2 oz Prosciutto + Pan fry 2 Eggs over easy + Top with creamed spinach [3 net carbs]
11. Cream Cheese Pancakes: 2 oz Cream Cheese + 2 Eggs + 1 Monk Fruit Packet + ½ teaspoon Cinnamon + Blend well + Rest 2 minutes + Cook 2 minutes in hot greased pan + Flip + Cook 1 minute in pan + Serve with Sugar Free Maple Syrup [5 net carbs]
Here are more Keto Meal Ideas that you can throw together in minutes:
- 25 Genius Quick & Easy Keto Snack Ideas
- 15 Great Quick & Easy Keto Lunch Ideas
- 50 Quick & Easy Keto Recipes You’ll Flip Over
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Mona
Love the recipe s.
Olivia Wyles
Thanks Mona, that means a lot!
Teresa
Mountain Man Bfst…I did not think peanuts were on the Keto list?
Diane taber
I ve been doing the keto diet and lost a stone in weight.and am that pleased.to have lost this weight.that I want to lose another stone to in wieght.as I’ve got gotta speak as I find.it and I say it’s a brilliant diet you never feel hungry.and you can eat most things in reason.and personally I wouldn’t go back as my normal foods plan was very basic and very boring.and not much nutritional value at all.till now and I just think it’s the best diet I’ve ever tried and just feel really good great.and if I’ve gotta mark from 1to-10. I’d give it-10.stars.its just fabulous.
Olivia Wyles
Very glad to hear you are enjoying the Keto Diet! I love it too.
Akira
Can you use stevia instead of Truvia
Olivia Wyles
Absolutely! Truvia is just a brand name of a sweetener that contains stevia.
Carol Wannamaker
How many teaspoons would be on the sweetener packet if I just have the loose kind
Janis Ferra
Loved the cream of wheat recipe! Delicious!
Olivia Wyles
Nice!!! Glad to hear it!
D Fellers
Can I sub sweet n low. And, for the mountain man one, do you mix all the ingredients together and nuke it?
Michael
Keto is more about the state of being in ketosis. Peanuts, being legumes, are typically not considered Paleo, but often ‘ok in small quantities’ for Keto.
Lyn
Hi Olivia, loved the recipes, but I am out in the bush in Australia. What is Truvia? I have never heard of it. Merry Christmas. Lyn
Olivia Wyles
Hi Lyn, it’s a brand of sweetener that is Keto approved. You can also use Stevia, or any other Keto approved sweetener. 🙂
Beth
I’m going to try your pancake recipe… but normally don’t care for cinnamon flavor- can I omit the cinnamon?
Olivia Wyles
Of course! I’m just a dork who loves to put cinnamon on everything!
Janis Ferra
Tried the breakfast recipes! Wonderful!
lisa
I’ve lost 65 lbs so far on keto! I feel so much better! I took a break during the holidays to treat myself, but will now be back on my regular limits. Thank you for the new recipes! I’m so excited to try them!! I have 50 more lbs to go..
Olivia Wyles
Hi Lisa, 65 pounds, wow! Good for you for giving yourself a little break. Everyone deserves one every now and then especially when they hit an amazing goal like you. Let me know how everything goes with the recipes. 🙂
Debbie
Does the truvia have carbs in each pack?
Olivia Wyles
Hi Debbie, yes there is 1.5 carbs in each packet of Truvia. I now recommend Lakanto monk fruit sweetener instead.
Carole Lipps
I want to make the Keto Muffins I have questions I don’t see the link to the recipe so I am writing it down
How many muffins does this recipe make and should I microwave in custard cups ?
Olivia Wyles
Hi Carole, that recipe is like a microwave mug cake recipe. Just combine the ingredients in a mug then microwave.
Jamie
Try Monkfruit!! We have been Keto for years and never warmed to any of the “fake” sugars until Monkfruit!!
Olivia Wyles
Hi Jamie, Monk Fruit is the best invention ever!! I am just now introducing it into my Keto Diet, and I love it. I can’t wait to bake with it 🙂
Tricia
Olivia thank you for the great recipes. I’ve lost 40lbs with 50 to go. I miss lox and bagels therefore I started making chaffles with diced smoked salmon, cream cheese and a sprinkle of dill. I can hardly wait to try there flax muffins.
Olivia Wyles
That is an awesome idea, Tricia! Congratulations on your weight loss. You totally got this.
Scott
Swerve is better, it doesn’t have that bitter after taste. Also you can bake with it and It also comes in brown .
Olivia Wyles
Absolutely, don’t get me wrong, Swerve is amazing for baking. I just like Truvia packets (and now Monk Fruit packets) because it’s quick, easy, and great for 1-2 servings. P.S. Brown Swerve is amazing too!
queencafe
I use swerve products and we like it since it does not have aftertaste. I tried making bundt cake with it since it calls for a lot of sugar. It came out dense and dry so you need to adjust your liquids and fat ingredients. But it was delicious. We have swerve granulated, brown sugar . I will buy swerve powdered sugar to try it next time. Thanks
Reetika
Hi Olivia , I just started my keto 3 days ago very new but I really like your breakfast recipes . Can I put blueberries in shake ?
Olivia Wyles
Hi Reetika, thank you! Yes, you can put blueberries in the shake, but only a few as there are 9 carbs in 1/2 cup of blueberries. Berries are the best fruits on the Keto diet as long as they are eaten in moderation. The lowest carb count fruit I have found is raspberries at 3 carbs per half cup and blackberries at 4 carbs per half cup.
Debbie
Very good to know. I haven’t started keto yet. My husband andI both have decided to do this together so all the help ya can recommend I would be totally grateful to you. I’ve been researching and trying to find a starting point with food.
Suzanne
How much exactly is truvia pk??
emmajune brown
Just finished my Bulletproof coffee, heading out for morning walk and plan to make the Elegant Breakfast when we return home. Happen to have all ingredients at hand. Can’t wait to eat ! Thanks for all inspirational recipes.
Olivia Wyles
Emmajune! That sounds like a perfect morning. 🙂
Joni
Mountain Man Breakfast? Must have never been around a “mountain man’ or even a working man… my husband would go about an hour before is hungry again…
Olivia Wyles
That’s hilarious!! ?
Jill
You have a great layout here and I love your presentation! It is refreshing light and easy to understand. I really appreciate it! I’m off keto due to some health issues but will be returning soon. This makes me more excited for my return..
Keto works well for me and after looking at your beautiful layout here..I’m excited! keto has come a long ways!
Thank you keep up the good work!
Olivia Wyles
Hi Jill, thank you so much for your kind words! It’s always good to hear when you’re doing something right. I’m glad you are excited about starting back on Keto. Please feel free to email me if you have any questions!
Angie
I use Lankanto monk fruit/erythritol blend. Is Swerve similar?
Olivia Wyles
Hi Angie, Swerve is just erythritol. What I like about this brand is the versatility. There is a powdered, brown, and granulated version. I also bake with Pyure which is a Stevia/Erythritol blend. I find my baked goods come out better with this sweetener and Swerve versus the Lankanto products. I need to do more experimenting though!
Penny
How long have you been on keto
Olivia Wyles
Hi Penny, I have been on Keto since November 2017. Yep, I started during the Holidays 🙂 I took a break from it during my pregnancy last year and now I’m back and down 15 pounds.
TLC
Quick question, is the bulletproof coffee a substitute for breakfast? I’m not a big egg eater and having difficulty eating eggs daily.
Olivia Wyles
Hi there, yes! Bulletproof coffee is great for a high fat, energy filled breakfast. It’s a popular Keto meal replacement and great for intermittent fasting because it will keep you full and energized.
Sandie
I am new Keto what is MLT?
Your recipes look delicious and I can’t wait to try them!
Thank you,
Sandie
Olivia Wyles
Thank you Sandie! Do you mean MCT oil? If so, it’s a healthy clean fat that is great for helping you get into and stay in ketosis!
Susan
I’m allergic to eggs. Is there a protein sub for them that is meatless?
Trixie
Your keto recipes have been so much help, since I really struggle with finding desirable keto meals! Thanks so much for sharing them 🥰
Olivia Wyles
Trixie! I am so glad you love the recipes. Thank you for your kind words.
Lauri
Re: cream of wheat recipe. Is cream of wheat used at all? Also can you suggest measurements for ricotta & cream. Thank you.
Ronda
Wow!!!!! 65 lbs?? I am just starting my Keto journey for the 5th time!!! I fall off as it is hard to stick to it!! How did you do it?? Ronda
Linda Faust
Love your creative and tasty Keto food options! Thank you for sharing!
L C
I’ll try your recipes. I’ve been on Keto for 20 days, dark pink ketosis on the test strips the entire time, averaging 1800 calories or less, and have list and regained the same 4 lbs. I’m staying under the 18 net carbs on my macro app every day and don’t understand why I’m not losing weight! I am still hungry at the end of the day most of the time too!