PaEasy Breakfast Recipes for Your Pantry Challenge
Welcome back! Today, we’re diving into a Pantry Challenge, creating delicious breakfast recipes with ingredients you likely already have on hand. If you’ve been looking for ways to use up pantry staples while still enjoying fresh, homemade meals, this post is for you. In this Pantry Challenge, we’ll make English muffins, waffles, and pancakes, all perfect for freezing and enjoying throughout the week.
When you participate in a Pantry Challenge, meal prep becomes simple and cost-effective. You can take a few basic ingredients—flour, milk, eggs, and a few extras—and turn them into multiple breakfast options without relying on store-bought items. These recipes are also perfect for stocking your freezer with quick, homemade breakfasts for busy mornings.
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Step 1: English Muffin Dough
The first step in our Pantry Challenge breakfast is making English muffin dough. You’ll need flour, powdered milk, yeast, sugar, butter, and eggs. Start by proofing your yeast with sugar and warm milk. Once bubbly, mix in the rest of the ingredients to form a smooth dough.
I like to shape my muffins roughly square so they fit neatly on a griddle or pan. Let them rise once in a covered bowl and again after shaping. Cooking them on medium-low heat ensures they cook evenly without burning. The result is golden, fluffy English muffins with a soft center, perfect for sandwiches or breakfast on the go.
Step 2: Waffles
Next, prepare a simple waffle batter using eggs, flour, yogurt, a bit of coconut oil, maple syrup, and protein powder. Add baking powder and a pinch of salt for flavor. Preheat your waffle maker and lightly spray it with oil. Pour in the batter and cook until golden brown.
These waffles cook quickly and taste amazing with a drizzle of syrup. The protein powder adds extra nutrition, making them perfect for a Pantry Challenge where you want to maximize flavor and nutrients from limited ingredients.
Step 3: Pancakes
While the waffles cook, prepare pancakes with your favorite recipe. Combine flour, eggs, milk, baking powder, baking soda, melted butter, and maple syrup. Mix until smooth and pour onto a preheated pan. Flip carefully to achieve golden brown pancakes.
Pancakes freeze beautifully, making them a perfect companion for your Pantry Challenge breakfast meal prep. You can reheat them in the microwave or toaster for a quick morning meal.
Step 4: Freezer Meal Prep Tips
Once the English muffins, waffles, and pancakes cool, package them individually and freeze. This keeps breakfast quick, homemade, and convenient. A Pantry Challenge is an excellent opportunity to reduce waste and save money by using ingredients you already have.
Additional tips for success:
- Use powdered milk if fresh milk is unavailable.
- Cook waffles and pancakes in batches for efficiency.
- Adjust batter thickness for your pan or waffle maker to avoid overflow.
- Shape English muffins to fit your pan for consistent cooking.
Final Thoughts
This Pantry Challenge proves that breakfast doesn’t need to be complicated or expensive. With a few staples and some prep, you can create multiple options for the week. English muffins, pancakes, and waffles are all versatile, freezer-friendly, and perfect for any household.
Give these recipes a try, and you’ll see how easy it is to combine convenience and homemade goodness. Your next Pantry Challenge breakfast just got a whole lot tastier!
