Recipe

3 Healthy Fall Breakfast Bowls You'll Wake Up Craving

By Sophie Bellomy at Wake Forest University

For anyone else who is as breakfast-obsessed as I am, here is some new inspiration for creative, yet easy and healthy, breakfast bowls. They can even be thrown together in under 10 minutes (or even the night before) for those busy fall mornings! They all share some ingredients in common too, which makes them great options if you're on a budget. If you're sick of your basic oatmeal, but can't imagine life without breakfast, keep reading to discover three recipes you'll be dreaming of as you fall asleep. 

Chai-spiced Yogurt with Sautéed Pears

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Servings: 1
Ingredients
  • 1 container vanilla or plain greek yogurt
  • 1/4 -1/2 teaspoon chai spice- see first step
  • 1 pear
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • honey
  • granola if desired

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Step 1

Start by making your chai spice blend. In a small container, combine 1 teaspoon of ground cardamom, 1 teaspoon of ground allspice, 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon of ground cloves, and 3 teaspoons of ground ginger.

Spoon Tip: You won't use all of it, so keep the rest for later to make other yummy breakfasts or drinks.

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Step 2

Next, chop the pear into small chunks.

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Step 3

Heat the coconut oil in a small pan over medium heat, then add the chopped pear and sprinkle the 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon on top. Cook (stirring occasionally) for around 5 minutes or until soft and caramelized.

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Step 4

While the chopped pear is cooling, mix 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of the chai spice (depending on how much spice you like) into the yogurt in a bowl.

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Step 5

Top the yogurt with the pear and honey, then add granola on top if desired.

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Pumpkin Pie Chia Seed Pudding

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 5 mins
  • Servings: 1
Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 1 cup almond milk or other milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup pure pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 2 teaspoons maple syrup
  • desired toppings: apple/pecans/maple syrup/etc.

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Step 1

Mix all ingredients, except toppings, into a small container or mason jar and place into the fridge for at least 2 hours (the longer it sits, the thicker it will get).

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Step 2

When ready, eat as is or top with whatever you want! I went with sliced apple, pecans, and more maple syrup.

Jocelyn Hsu

Carrot Cake Overnight Oats

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 hrs
  • Total Time: 5 hrs 5 mins
  • Servings: 1
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup oats
  • 1 cup almond milk or other milk
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup shredded carrot
  • 1 tablespoon raisins
  • 2 teaspoons maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts
  • 1 tablespoon shredded coconut
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • toppings

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Step 1

Combine all ingredients except toppings in a small container or mason jar. Place in the fridge for at least 5 hours or overnight.

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Step 2

In the morning, eat straight out of the container or add toppings. Greek yogurt, walnuts, raisins, and maple syrup work perfectly but feel free to get creative!

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These healthy breakfast bowls are not only incredibly delicious ways to start your day, but are also balanced meals full of superfoods. The recipes are also super versatile (and a fun way to get creative), so feel free to have fun personalizing them with toppings and ingredients.