Nutritious Strawberry Breakfast Crumble (Gluten-Free)

With all the flavor and satisfaction of your traditional crumble, this delicious and nutrition-packed strawberry breakfast crumble is made with just 9 simple ingredients including fiber-rich oats, almond butter, and antioxidant-rich strawberries to power up your day. Prep ahead for easy weekday lunches or enjoy for a lazy weekend brunch. Gluten-Free and with Vegan option.

I don’t know about you, but around our house, mornings can get a little crazy! Between getting ourselves ready, making sure our toddler is fed, and getting out the door with everything we need, breakfast can sometimes feel like an afterthought!

But you know what makes your day even crazier? Not eating breakfast! Breakfast gets that fuel in the tank so you can start your day feeling energized … not drained before you even get to the office. (The worst!)

If you find yourself short on time in the mornings like we do, I’ve got you covered! One of my absolute FAVE breakfast recipes lately is this nutritious, gluten-free strawberry breakfast crumble! It only takes 10 minutes to prep and uses just 9 simple ingredients, which you most likely already have in your pantry!

This recipe is perfect to prep on the weekend and enjoy all week … and to top it off, we’re satisfied and our bodies are ready for a full morning of work (or daycare! haha) 

If you need a little more breakfast inspo, this dietitian has you covered! I’ve got a hefty, 15+ meal prep breakfast recipe roundup list designed to save you time! (It also provides the most DELISH morning inspo like these breakfast burritos — trust me, you’re gonna want to stock up on them in your freezer!)

Ingredients Needed:

With just 9 simple ingredients, this meal is SO fast and easy to make. All you’ll need to get this nutritious strawberry breakfast crumble on the table is:

• Fresh OR frozen strawberries
• Lemon juice
• Chia seeds
• Quick-cooking oats
• Almond butter
• Honey
• Almonds
• Shredded coconut
• Salt 

Ingredient Swaps:

Not a fan of strawberries? Or, tried it, loved it, but want a modified version for a change in routine? This breakfast crumble can take many forms! Below are some ideas for ingredient swaps to up your crumble game!

Fruit:

• There are so many other fruits that would also be delicious in this crumble! Some I’d love to try include blueberries, raspberries, pears, or apples (I’ve also got this breakfast apple crisp recipe if that combo sounds good to you!) And have you ever tried a peach/blackberry combo? It’s to die for!
• Berries can be fresh or frozen: both take the same 10 minutes of prep time!

Nuts & nut free option: 

• Swap the almonds for pecans or walnuts.
• I haven’t personally tried this, but if you’re looking for a nut-free option, I think pumpkin seeds or hemp hearts would work well! In this case, swap the almond butter for a seed butter like pumpkin butter or sunflower seed butter!

Make it Vegan:

• To make this nutritious breakfast strawberry crumble vegan, simply swap out the honey for maple syrup! Honey is an animal byproduct so if you’re strictly plant-based, maple syrup is a safe bet!

• Noteworthy: If you’re using pure organic, single-origin, or natural maple syrup (vs. artificial or syrup/fructose-based “pancake” maple syrup) use a little more for the same sweetness level! Pure maple syrup can sometimes be less sweet than honey or pancake maple syrup 😉

How to Meal Prep This Crumble:

There are a few ways to store this gluten free breakfast crumble, Here’s how I do it: 

Option 1: After taking it out of the oven, let the crumble cool. Then just keep it right in the baking dish and cover with some sort of wrap! I like those beeswax wraps or reusable silicone covers (they’re more eco friendly than plastic but Saran wrap and tinfoil will also work!) 

Option 2: For a quick grab-n-go option, after it’s cooled, cut the crumble into individual portions and store in an airtight container (tupperware or snap-top glass tupperware)!

Option 3: This strawberry breakfast crumble freezes really well and will last in the freezer for up to 3 months! (And it’s even more delicious when you add yogurt after defrosting/reheating!) Store in full by using a freezer-friendly container or cut and wrap individual portions loosely in parchment paper so they don’t stick, then place in reusable ziploc-style storage bags.

How to Reheat your Breakfast Crumble:

Option 1: Oven or Toaster Oven: Reheat your crumble in the oven at 350F-400F until warm throughout (around 10-15 minutes). Alternatively, use the “toast” cycle in the toaster oven, run through one to two cycles until warm all the way through.

Option 2: Microwave: Cover your serving. I sometimes just place another plate on top of the bowl (both microwavable of course!). Set the microwave to 30 seconds, check on it, then repeat the 30-second interval until desired warmth!

What Makes This Breakfast Crumble Gluten Free?

Oats are naturally gluten free, but some can become cross-contaminated if they’re processed in a facility that also processes wheat. So if you’re celiac or adhere to a GF diet, be sure to check the package labelling: most will say “certified gluten free” or 100% gluten free!

Strawberry Crumble Nutrition Benefits:

This crumble is nutrition-packed!! Each ingredient has its own health benefits so your breakfast is both satisfying and nourishing!! 

• Strawberries: An excellent source of vitamin C and manganese. They contain a fair amount of folate (vitamin B9) and potassium, a mineral that regulates muscle contractions and nerve signals. Strawberries are also rich in antioxidants and maintain heart health and blood sugar control.

• Oats: Oats are a soluble-fiber-rich whole grain and a great source of important vitamins, minerals, fiber and antioxidants (including manganese, phosphorus, magnesium). Studies show that oats can help lower blood sugar levels and provide reduced risk of heart disease and diabetes.

• Chia Seeds: Chia Seeds are high in fiber, protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and micronutrients like manganese, which is also necessary for healthy brain and nerve function. As a bonus, they work to thicken the filling. They are truly a magic ingredient!

• Almond Butter: Almond butter is high in monounsaturated fats, which can help lower LDL (“bad”) cholesterol and raise HDL (“good”) cholesterol. Many other nutrients in almond butter (like omega-3 fatty acids!) can also help improve heart health and lower blood pressure.

I hope this nutritious AND DELISH breakfast makes your mornings easier and helps you feel more confident in getting something to eat before rushing off to work! If you make it, be sure to tag me on Instagram @lindsaypleskot so I can see your beautiful creations!

And if you loved it, make sure to leave a comment and star rating below! It truly makes my day seeing these recipes come to life in your kitchens!! And I’m always here to answer your questions!

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