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Grab & Go Breakfasts

By Ethan Boldt

September 16, 2022

It’s another busy morning. Not much time to prepare breakfast, let alone a lunch. After all, you’ve got to catch that train or bus, or get into the car or on your bike before you’re even fully awake!

The solution to these types of mornings? Grab and go! What is a grab and go item? It’s essentially premade meals and snacks that can easily be consumed in transit (not on a bike, however!) or soon after arriving.

Of course, many grocery stores, convenience stores, coffee shops, cafes and bakeries offer grab and go items, catering to the office worker, overworked student, harried parent, etc. who doesn’t have time for a proper sit-down breakfast (or lunch).

But rather than buy a nutritionally bankrupt doughnut or a breakfast sandwich full of processed meat, consider making these grab and go breakfasts at home the night before or just before you head out the door. They will pair perfect with that morning cup of joe, too.

All feature our best Ancient Nutrition products along with healthy ingredients, plus these are carefully selected to feature breakfasts with a balanced macronutrient profile (an almost equal balance of carbohydrates, fat and protein). Why? Because this type of breakfast will provide more sustained energy, helping with satiety as well.

1. Matcha Donut

Matcha donuts are a trendy spin on glazed donut, but in this case, they use a new collagen matcha powder with energizing coconut MCTs and adaptogenic superfoods.

Calories per serving: 317

Macros:

• 48.7g carbs

• 11.1g fat

• 6.8g protein

Secret power ingredient:

Collagen Matcha Energizer, which gives these donuts their fun green color alongside incredible nutrition — including antioxidants from the matcha green tea, 10 types of collagen protein, MCT oil, clinically studied organic ashwagandha and L-theanine, an amino acid generally known for its relaxing qualities.

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2. Breakfast Cookies

Instead of a carb-heavy, low-protein breakfast, opt for a macronutrient (nearly equal amount of protein, fat and carbohydrates, the healthy kind!) breakfast baked good that you can make yourself. 

Calories: 420

Macros:

• 39g carbs

• 26g fat

• 20g protein

Secret power ingredient:

Get 10 types and 20g of collagen, plus clinically studied ingredients like SBO probiotics and Vitamin C from our No. 1 product: Multi Collagen Protein. This groundbreaking formula delivers real results you’ll see and feel, including for the skin, joints and gut.

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3. Pumpkin Spice Muffins

Want a healthy pumpkin muffin? Try this recipe that's relatively low in sugar yet includes healthy fats and plenty of protein. The flavor? It's perfect!

Calories: 190

Macros:

• 23g carbs

• 7g fat

• 6g protein

Secret power ingredient:

Bone Broth Protein Pumpkin Spice is our Fall favorite protein powder. This highly rated and flavorful powder is sourced from non-GMO, grass-fed and pasture-raised cows from Europe. It’s an incredible source of collagen, and provides collagen types I and III to support healthy skin, joints and nails.

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4. Protein Banana Bread

Do you know what is usually missing from a banana bread? Protein! But by adding a scoop of Bone Broth Protein powder, you can take this recipe to the next level. This gluten-free protein banana bread is a recipe that everyone (even gluten eaters!) will enjoy. 

Calories: 317

Macros:

• 24g carbs

• 19g fat

• 10g protein

Secret power ingredient:

Vanilla Bone Broth Protein Powder is a nourishing, concentrated bone broth that is 3x as potent as homemade broth and makes it easy to get healthy gut, joint and inflammation support. And this vanilla flavor is pitch-perfect!

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5. Banana Nut Muffins

These muffins taste just like Grandma’s banana nut muffins — but with a serving of collagen. These are also made without gluten and feature almond flour.

Calories: 103

Macros:

• 18g carbs

• 3g fat

• 3g protein

Secret power ingredient:

Our clinically studied Multi Collagen Protein features fermented eggshell membrane collagen, which delivers real, noticeable results for joints, hair and skin — including improvements for joint discomfort, hair thickness and crow’s feet.

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