10 Plant-Based Sweet Breakfast Foods

First thing in the morning, some folks opt for sweet breakfasts, others for savory ones. Sometimes, they like to chop and change depending on the day. Sometimes a sweet breakfast can feel more like a treat that is reserved for the weekend.

A few of these OGP recipes for sweet breakfasts are so good that they can be used as desserts or enjoyed as snacks any time of the day. If you like to treat yourself to a sweet breakfast in the mornings, look at this list for inspiration.

Not only are these recipes delicious, but many are also a whole lot healthier than their store-bought counterparts and will keep you fueled until lunch.

We also highly recommend downloading the Food Monster App  — with over 20,000 delicious recipes, it is the largest plant-based recipe resource to help you get healthy! 

1. Summer Stone Fruit Waffles

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These Summer Stone Fruit Waffles by Jessica Bose are a fabulous summer treat. Made with oat flour, they can be gluten-free as well as vegan. These waffles are topped with a summery and fruity mixture of red plums, white peaches, and toasted walnuts. The only catch is that you are going to need a waffle iron to make these babies!

2. Cinnamon Crunch Granola

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Try making up a batch of this Cinnamon Crunch Granola by Melanie Jacobs. The great thing is that this granola is made with clean, healthy whole foods and just maple syrup for sweetener. Tahini, dried fruit, oats, almonds, and cinnamon are all that go into this sweet and simple recipe. It would be great on its own as a snack, covered in plant milk, or sprinkled on top of plant-based yogurt.

3. Vegan Lemon Banana Ricotta Pancakes With Dried Blueberry Compote

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There couldn’t be a sweet breakfast list without pancakes, and these Vegan Lemon Banana Ricotta Pancakes With Dried Blueberry Compote by Alison Marras are pretty special. Gluten-free as well as vegan, these pancakes are a step up. Cashew cheese ricotta, lemon, bananas, and blueberry are the perfect combination of sweetness, tang, and luxury.

4. Hazelnut Granola

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Here is another fantastic granola recipe to satisfy a sweet tooth in the morning. This Hazelnut Granola by Lenia & Dimitra is inspired by the famous hazelnut chocolate combo, Nutella.  Though packed with wholesome ingredients, this granola feels like an indulgent snack. It would be amazing sprinkled on vegan ice cream for a special dessert.

5. Hazelnut Kiss Yogurt

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More hazelnuts but this time in a yogurt dish. This Hazelnut Kiss Yogurt by Zuzana Fajkusova and Nikki Lefler feels far more like a naughty dessert than the healthy breakfast it actually is. Medjool dates, cocoa powder, hazelnuts, and coconut combine to make this smooth and creamy yogurt. Probiotics are added to give that extra gut health kick. You have to leave this to ‘brew’ for twenty-four hours, so be sure to make it in advance.

6. Flourless Chocolate Chickpea Waffles

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Get the waffle iron hot and make up a batch of these delicious Flourless Chocolate Chickpea Waffles by Gunjan Dudani. Chickpeas, tahini, dark chocolate chips, bananas, and vanilla extract are all blended together to make a soft, creamy, batter that magically transforms into sweet, fluffy waffles. Top off your pile with maple syrup, fruit, or powdered sugar.

7. Protein Breakfast Bars

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These Protein Breakfast Bars by Vicky Coates can actually be eaten any time you want a bit of an energy boost or to fill a hole in your tummy. Not only are these bars vegan, but they are gluten-free, too. Made mostly from oats, nuts, and seeds, these bars are packed with protein and natural fiber.

8. Cherry Chocolate Yogurt Cups

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Get more yogurt goodness with these Cherry Chocolate Yogurt Cups by Valentina Chiappa. Not only would they make the most luxurious breakfast or brunch, but they would be devoured as a dessert at a dinner party. With lots of fresh herbs and fresh fruit, these cups are filled with vitamins and minerals while the chocolate and creamy yogurt give the sensation of decadence.

9. Chia Seed and Banana Breakfast Cookies

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Who said no cookies for breakfast? With these Chia Seed and Banana Breakfast Cookies by Vicky Coates you will be forgiven for guzzling cookies so early in the morning. All the great ingredients of a deluxe bowl of hearty oatmeal are baked into individual cookies for breakfast on the go. A peanut butter drizzle tops everything off and gives you that extra morning energy boost.

10. Banana Bread Breakfast Muffins

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Bread Breakfast Muffins and your favorite cup of coffee or tea in the morning would make the perfect morning meal. Again, these muffins by Michele Elizabeth are made with the same wholesome and hearty ingredients that would go into a bowl of porridge. Just this way, you can enjoy the fun of muffins and even grab one or two to go when you are in a rush.

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