Finger Food Recipes For Breakfast

1. Egg and Cheese Quesadilla

Ingredients

• 2-3 eggs
• 1/4 cup of shredded cheese
• 1 tortilla
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

In a small skillet, scramble the eggs over medium heat until they are cooked through. Meanwhile, heat a separate skillet over medium-high heat. Place the tortilla in the skillet and sprinkle the cheese on top. Once the eggs are cooked, add them to the tortilla. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste. Flip the tortilla over and cook until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is lightly browned. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

This recipe makes 1 serving. Each serving has 254 calories, 11.7g fat, 5.1g saturated fat, 230mg cholesterol, 4.7g carbohydrates, 1.3g fiber, 4.3g sugar, and 19.6g protein.

2. French Toast Sticks

Ingredients

• 2 slices of bread
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup of milk
• 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon of sugar
• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon of butter

Instructions

In a shallow bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, cinnamon, sugar, and vanilla extract. Cut the bread slices into strips. Dip the bread strips into the egg mixture, making sure to coat both sides. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the butter. Once the butter is melted, add the bread strips and cook until both sides are golden brown. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

This recipe makes 1 serving. Each serving has 286 calories, 13.6g fat, 7.1g saturated fat, 103mg cholesterol, 33.2g carbohydrates, 1.4g fiber, 11.2g sugar, and 8.6g protein.

3. Fruit and Yogurt Parfait

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup of granola
• 1/4 cup of fresh berries
• Optional: honey or agave nectar for sweetness

Instructions

In a bowl, layer the yogurt, granola, and berries. Repeat the layers until the bowl is full. Drizzle with honey or agave nectar if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

This recipe makes 1 serving. Each serving has 280 calories, 7.3g fat, 0.7g saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 46.9g carbohydrates, 4.1g fiber, 22.8g sugar, and 13.6g protein.

4. Mini Pancakes

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon of baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 cup of milk
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon of butter, melted
• Optional: fresh fruit or syrup for topping

Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and melted butter. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Heat a skillet over medium heat and drop the batter by the tablespoon onto the skillet. Cook until the pancakes are golden brown and the edges are set. Flip and cook until the other side is golden brown. Serve with fresh fruit or syrup if desired.

Nutrition

This recipe makes 6 servings. Each serving has 107 calories, 4.2g fat, 2.3g saturated fat, 40mg cholesterol, 14.3g carbohydrates, 0.3g fiber, 0.9g sugar, and 3.5g protein.

5. Breakfast Burrito

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup of diced bell pepper
• 1/4 cup of diced onion
• 1/4 cup of diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons of shredded cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon of chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder
• 1 tortilla
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

In a small skillet, scramble the eggs over medium heat until they are cooked through. Meanwhile, heat a separate skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bell pepper, onion, tomatoes, and spices. Cook until the vegetables are softened. Add the scrambled eggs to the vegetables. Add the cheese and mix until it is melted. Place the egg and vegetable mixture in the center of the tortilla and fold in the sides. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

This recipe makes 1 serving. Each serving has 165 calories, 9.4g fat, 3.7g saturated fat, 186mg cholesterol, 11.5g carbohydrates, 2.1g fiber, 2.4g sugar, and 11.4g protein.