Fuel Your Day With These 8 Keto-Friendly Breakfast Ideas

The avocado toast craze is real (still), and we've found a way to transform this trendy breakfast into being keto. To really amp up the protein in this dish, sub out traditional toast for halloumi. Pan fry the halloumi slices to get them nice and crispy, then mash half of an avocado, and add a soft-boiled egg. If you're feeling fancy, top with chili crisp for that umami flavor.

This dish takes your standard breakfast bowl and gives it a keto-friendly twist. The :ratio KETO Friendly Dairy Snack is super creamy and has an assortment of daily essential nutrients. To complement the strawberry flavor, add any berries you have on hand — blackberries, blueberries, and strawberries are all keto-approved. Finish with toasted almond slices for some extra protein.

Ok, this recipe may seem like it came from a magazine from the '70s, but we're here to give cottage cheese the rebrand it deserves. Next time you're at the grocery store, skip the non- or low-fat cottage cheese and reach for the full-fat variety. Cut up a few slices of ripe cantaloupe and place them in a bowl alongside a healthy serving of cottage cheese. Then, chop up a handful of roasted walnuts and sprinkle some cinnamon over the bowl. To round out the flavors, add a pinch of flaky salt on top.

If you're really in a hurry to get out of the door, a simple bar is the way to go. Stock up on these :ratio KETO Friendly Crunchy Bars. They feature a mix of nuts and seeds, such as almonds and pumpkin seeds. Plus, they're gluten-free, which means you can save your carb intake for a later point in the day — dessert, anyone?

This burrito bowl makes for a well-rounded breakfast that's loaded with a variety of keto-friendly food groups. Heat up cauliflower rice in a pan with the ground meat of your choice — chicken, turkey, and chorizo all work — and add a mixture of spices. Our go-tos are cumin, coriander, paprika, and cayenne pepper (if you like a little bit of heat). While that cooks, fry an egg or two. When everything is done, add the meat and cauliflower to a bowl, top with the fried eggs, then finish with fresh slices of avocado, sour cream, pickled red onions, and salsa.

Cereal isn't just for kids, especially when you choose a protein-packed option like the Wonderworks KETO Friendly Chocolate Cereal. After all, breakfast doesn't get easier than adding cereal and milk to a bowl. To make this dish extra flavorful and filling, sprinkle some chia seeds and a variety of mixed nuts on top.

Egg cups should be a staple in everyone's breakfast rotation: they're quick, easy to make, and packed with flavor. For a keto-friendly adaptation, whisk chopped bacon, cheddar cheese, and spinach into the egg batter. While your oven is heating up to 400 degrees, grease a cupcake pan with a nonstick cooking spray, evenly divide the batter among the pan, then pop it in the oven. Before the cups finish baking, sprinkle any leftover toppings over them. Once cooked, remove the cups from the pan and enjoy immediately, or let them cool and store in the fridge to enjoy later.

For a quick breakfast, look no further than a smoothie. The secret to the thick and creamy texture of this one? Avocado. Combine half of an avocado, milk (either plant-based or dairy), spinach, stevia, vanilla extract, and ice in a blender. Surprisingly, the other ingredients in the smoothie mask most of the avocado's flavor, so the distinctive taste isn't overpowering.

*Always consult your physician before starting an eating plan that involves regular consumption of high-fat foods.