11 Make-Ahead Breakfast Ideas for Busy Mornings

10. Chia Pudding with Fruit Compote (set overnight)

Chia pudding is an easy, light make-ahead option that’s high in fiber and omega-3s. Stir chia seeds into milk or a milk alternative with a little sweetener and vanilla, then let it sit overnight in the fridge until it thickens. A separate fruit compote — made by simmering chopped fruit with a splash of water and a sweetener — adds brightness and keeps textures pleasant. Chia pudding with compote stores in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Serve cold or allow a short warming period for the fruit compote before spooning it over the chilled pudding. Mango-kesar compote or stewed apple with cinnamon work well as culturally familiar options. Portion pudding into jars and top with compote before heading out, or pack compote separately to keep things fresher. This option suits lighter appetites or anyone wanting a make-ahead breakfast that’s easy to digest and feels refreshing, especially on warmer mornings.