Simon Hayes

Simon Hayes

Quick Breakfasts, Egg Dishes & Make-Ahead Meals

Simon Hayes, breakfast and make-ahead cook – egg bites, pancakes, smoothies and grab-and-go meals.

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Simon Hayes cooks for the hours when time is short: weekday mornings, desk lunches and the stretch before the first meeting. Most of his recipes are breakfasts, from baked spinach and feta egg bites and egg-topped breakfast bowls to fluffy pancakes, French toast muffins and protein shakes that take five minutes. Many use Greek yogurt, eggs, oats, chia seeds and fruit to keep a morning meal filling.

What sets his recipes apart is how well they fit into a routine. Egg bites and muffin-style cups are made in batches and reheated, no-bake oat bars are cut and stored for the week, and mason jar salads and wraps turn into portable lunches. A few sweeter bakes, such as protein banana bread, round out the collection for days when breakfast needs to double as a snack.

Each recipe lists its timing up front and keeps the method short, so you can see at a glance whether it suits a rushed weekday or a slower weekend. Browse his latest recipes below to find a new morning staple or something to prepare on Sunday for the week ahead.

Latest recipes:

Spinach Feta Egg Bites with Cottage Cheese

Spinach Feta Egg Bites for Meal Prep

4.48 (21 Ratings)

Need a protein-rich start? Spinach Feta Egg Bites use blended cottage cheese to create a smooth, airy texture without adding heavy cream.

French Baked Eggs on Toast with Sourdough

French Baked Eggs on Toast

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Sourdough, eggs and Gruyère baked in cream make French Baked Eggs on Toast. Butter-toasting the bread keeps it crisp, and the full dish takes 20 minutes.

Smoked Turkey Club Wrap: Layered for Lunch

Smoked Turkey Club Wrap

4.83 (6 Ratings)

Smoked turkey, bacon, and provolone fill a tortilla in 10 minutes. Simple Turkey Club Wrap Recipe with Smoked Turkey for Busy Afternoons, ideal for lunch.

Turkey Breakfast Burritos: High-Protein Meal Prep

Turkey Breakfast Burritos for Meal Prep

5.00 (6 Ratings)

Ready in 45 min, this Quick Make-Ahead Breakfast Burrito with Turkey is protein-rich. A dedicated section explains how temperature control prevents mushy…

Easy Fluffy Pancakes from Scratch: 25 Minutes

Easy Fluffy Pancakes from Scratch: 25m

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Learn how buttermilk and baking soda create airy pockets in the Why They Get Fluffy section. This Easy Fluffy Pancake from Scratch is for busy mornings.

Simple Overnight Oats with Greek Yogurt and Chia Seeds

Overnight Oats with Greek Yogurt: Creamy

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Busy mornings often lead to skipping breakfast. Simple Overnight Oats with Greek Yogurt provide high protein fuel, and we explain the 5 minute assembly.

Protein Banana Bread: Moist and Fuel-Focused

Protein Banana Bread with Greek Yogurt

4.50 (4 Ratings)

Master Protein Banana Bread with this healthy protein banana bread recipe. Includes a common mistakes checklist for a moist result. Ready in 70 minutes.

Easy No Bake Chocolate Oat Bars: High Energy Fuel

No Bake Chocolate Oat Bars: Meal Prep

4.00 (2 Ratings)

Master easy no bake chocolate oat bars with our guide. These no bake chocolate peanut butter oat bars include a step-by-step timing guide. Ready in 2h 15m.

Homemade Hot Cakes: Fluffy and Golden

Homemade Hot Cakes Recipe for 4 Servings: Fluffy and Golden

4.60 (5 Ratings)

Master our homemade hot cakes recipe with a precise resting period for a velvety interior. Follow our step-by-step timing guide for fluffy, golden results.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Shake

Protein Shake Recipe with Chocolate

4.83 (6 Ratings)

Try this Protein Shake Recipe with Chocolate and peanut butter for a creamy, high-protein snack. Includes a step-by-step timing guide. Ready in 5 minutes.

French Toast Muffins: Crispy Cinnamon Sugar Bites

French Toast Muffins: Caramelized Cinnamon Sugar Breakfast Cups

4.60 (5 Ratings)

These homemade French Toast Muffins offer a crispy cinnamon sugar crust and tender center. Includes a step-by-step timing guide. Ready in 30 minutes.

Sausage Egg and Cream Cheese Hash Brown Casserole

Sausage Egg Cream Cheese Hash Brown Casserole

5.00 (6 Ratings)

Try this Sausage Egg Cream Cheese Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole with Sharp Cheddar. Features a step-by-step timing guide for a perfect, creamy bake.

Pumpkin Pancakes: Fluffy and Spiced

Fluffy Pumpkin Pancakes

4.33 (6 Ratings)

Master homemade Pumpkin Pancakes from scratch with this airy recipe. Includes a step-by-step timing guide for fluffy, spiced results. Ready in 25 minutes.

Savory Breakfast Bowl: Crispy Hash and Jammy Eggs

Savory Breakfast Bowl with Roasted Vegetables

4.80 (5 Ratings)

Fuel your morning with this Savory Breakfast Bowl, a healthy breakfast hash that is perfect for meal prep. Step-by-step timing guide included. Ready in 40m.

French Toast: Creamy and Crispy

French Toast: Creamy and Crispy

4.57 (14 Ratings)

Master this homemade French toast recipe for a creamy, golden breakfast. Includes a step-by-step timing guide for the best results in 19 minutes.

Savory Breakfast Bowls with Crispy Potatoes

Breakfast Bowls with Eggs

4.17 (6 Ratings)

Master savory Breakfast Bowls with our structured recipe featuring shatter-crisp potatoes and creamy eggs.

Strawberry Banana Smoothie Recipe: Frosty and Quick

Strawberry Banana Smoothie Recipe

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Learn the strawberry banana smoothie recipe that prioritizes speed and nutrient density. This simple strawberry banana smoothie recipe uses frozen fruit for a…

Chia Seeds in Fruit Smoothies: Tropical Meal Prep

Chia Seeds in Fruit Smoothies:

4.33 (6 Ratings)

Master chia seeds in fruit smoothies with our quick tutorial focusing on texture and tropical flavor. Includes a common mistakes checklist for perfect blending.

Quick Lemon Coconut Protein Balls

Lemon Coconut Protein Balls: No-Bake Prep

4.44 (9 Ratings)

Make our Lemon Coconut Protein Balls recipe for a zesty, healthy snack. This no-bake recipe includes a common mistakes checklist to ensure perfect texture…

Healthy Mason Jar Salad Recipe

Healthy Mason Jar Salad Recipe for Work Lunch

4.57 (7 Ratings)

Discover our Healthy Mason Jar Salad Recipe for work lunch prep, featuring quinoa and chickpeas. Includes a unique layering method for crisp veggies.