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Here are 5 Budget Friendly Vegan Breakfast Ideas that you can make for under $1 each!
Eating a plant based or vegan diet does not have to be expensive, complicated, or boring. Which is why I’m continuing my “5 Under 5” Series to show you 5 Budget Friendly Vegan Breakfast Ideas that you can make for under $1 per serving!
As always, I go into the full details of this series + all of the ingredients that I purchased in my YouTube video:
If you’re looking for more budget-friendly vegan meal ideas, you’ll also love these Italian-inspired, Mexican-inspired, and Comfort Food recipes!
But now, let’s get to breakfast-ing…
Peanut Butter & Banana Cookies
Cost Per Serving = $0.41
Peanut Butter & Banana Cookies
These Vegan Peanut Butter & Banana Cookies are a perfect way to start your day!
- Prep Time: 3 Minutes
- Cook Time: 14 Minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 6 Cookies 1x
Ingredients
- 1 cup Quick Oats
- 1 ripe Banana
- 2 tbsp Peanut Butter (or Nut/Seed Butter of choice)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F.
- Peel and mash the ripe Banana into a medium bowl, then add in the Peanut Butter and mix well.
- Fold in the Oats until a uniform “dough” forms.
- Slightly wet your hands, and form the “dough” into 6 even cookies.
- Place the cookies on a lined or greased baking tray and bake for 7 minutes on each side.
Notes
- Your banana should be ripe and spotty, otherwise the cookies will not be sweet
Peanut Butter & Banana “Sushi”
Cost Per Serving = $0.43
Peanut Butter & Banana “Sushi”
This Peanut Butter & Banana Sushi is a tasty and affordable breakfast idea!
- Prep Time: 5 Minutes
- Cook Time: 0 Minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 Serving 1x
Ingredients
- 1–2 Tortillas, depending on size
- 1 ripe Banana
- 2 tbsp Peanut Butter (Or Nut/Seed Butter/Jam of Choice)
Instructions
- If you are using 2 smaller Tortillas, place them on a flat surface so they overlap.
- Spread the Peanut Butter evenly across the center of the Tortillas, then peel the Banana and place in the center.
- Roll the Tortillas up to form the “sushi,” then cut into pieces with a knife.
Chocolate “Nice” Cream
Cost Per Serving = $0.49
Chocolate “Nice” Cream
You only need 2 healthy ingredients to make this dairy free “nice” cream! It’s good for you, and the animals 🙂
- Prep Time: 10 Minutes
- Cook Time: 0 Minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 Serving 1x
Ingredients
- 3–5 Bananas, frozen
- 1 tbsp Cacao Powder
- Water, to desired consistency
Instructions
- Add the Bananas to a high speed blender or food processor and pulse until they are in tiny pieces. (Note: it helps to have the Frozen Bananas cut into 1″ chunks)
- Add the Cacao Powder to the blender with a small splash of water (~ 3 tbsp)
- Process this mixture until a smooth, fluffy mixture forms. You will need to stop the blender/food processor every once in a while to scrape down the sides, and may need to add more water in small increments as well.
- Scoop into a bowl and top as desired.
Notes
- Make sure your Bananas are brown and spotty before you freeze them, or the nice cream will not be sweet.
Black Bean Tacos
Cost Per Serving = $0.91
Black Bean Tacos
These Black Bean Tacos are a great budget-friendly breakfast or lunch idea!
- Prep Time: 3 Minutes
- Cook Time: 2 Minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 Serving 1x
Ingredients
- 2 Tortillas
- 1/2 can of Black Beans, drained and rinsed
- Handful of Fresh Spinach (or leafy green of choice)
- 2 tbsp Salsa
Instructions
- Warm you Tortillas and Beans on the stovetop or microwave.
- Divide the Black Beans and Spinach evenly between each Tortilla, and top with Spinach
Notes
If you have larger Tortillas, you can also make a burrito!
Hash Browns
Cost Per Serving = $0.92
Easy Hash Browns
Feeling savory for breakfast? These Hash Browns are delicious AND budget-friendly!
- Prep Time: 3 Minutes
- Cook Time: 24 Minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 1 Serving 1x
Ingredients
- 4 cups Frozen Hash Browns
- Small handful of Fresh Spinach (Optional)
- Salt & Pepper, to taste
- Oil (Optional, and not necessary)
- 2 tbsp Salsa, for serving
Instructions
- Mix the frozen Hash Browns with the Spinach, Salt, and Pepper in a medium bowl.
- If you are using oil, pour the mixture into the bottom of the large pot or pan, with the heat set to low-medium. Bake for 10-12 Minutes on the first side (do NOT touch them!), then use a spatula to cut the potatoes into quarters. Flip over and bake for an additional 10-12 Minutes, adding more oil if necessary.
- If you are not using oil, pour the mixture into the bottom of the large pot or pan, with the heat set to low. Bake for 10-15 Minutes on the first side (do NOT touch them!), then use a spatula to cut the potatoes into quarters. Flip over and bake for an additional 10-15 Minutes.
- Serve with Salsa, and any other toppings you desire.
Notes
- You can also make your own Hash Browns by grating fresh potatoes, but keep in mind that this will significantly alter the cooking time.
- I did not notice much of a difference when cooking the Hash Browns with a small amount of oil versus no oil at all. If you want them to be really crispy, you need to use a large amount of oil (3 tbsp+).
If you make any of these recipes and decide to share on Facebook or Instagram, don’t forget to tag me @FromMyBowl + #FromMyBowl! I love seeing your delicious recreations 🙂
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How is the nice cream 0.50 cents US, the bananas cost some 1 euro here.
Bananas are surprisingly cheap here in the US! I’ve seen a comparison of banana prices compared from around the world, interesting how much it can vary.
I love these ideas and they all taste good and they’re healthy! Thank you…
would love to request more simple/affordable ideas like these for lunch/dinner!!!
Thank you!
Thanks so much!
The breakfast cookies were absolutely delicious! Who knew you could have cookies for breakfast?!?! Love you Caitlin! Big fan of your videos. You’ve helped me transition fully from “plant based” and gluten free, to vegan, gf, and oil free!
That’s amazing! Thank you Kate 🙂 and I wish you all the best on your journey!
How should the breakfast cookies be stored?
You can store them at room temp 🙂
Hi Caitlin! I made your cookies 3 times now and they are awesome! Second time I added 3T of cocoa and they came out all yummy and chocolately! This morning I added almonds and coconut and they taste like an almond joy bar! Thanks for giving us healthy options for snacks!
oooh that sounds so good, Lindsay! I’m glad you are enjoying them!
Nice cream, peanut butter and banana cookies, and black bean tacos always sound amazing, even for lunch or dinner! LOL! I love how easy and cheap these are. Goes to show how much you can do with few ingredients!
The Peanut Butter & Banana Cookies are so good and really filling!
I am going grocery shopping at Aldi tomorrow and I am so excited to try these recipes. Huge fan of your YouTube channel.
Thank you, Jasmine!
Love your recipes! So glad my daughter shared your website with me!! ????
Thank you, Suzanne!
So simple. Love your recipes!