Sometimes you don’t wake up feeling like preparing a complicated and eccentric breakfast of pancakes with berries and elegant whipped cream, or French toast that takes 45 minutes to prepare. Sometimes you’re more into the frequency of opening the refrigerator or freezer, pulling out a package of prepared breakfast, throwing it in the microwave, and sitting down to enjoy a cup of black coffee.
I sometimes wake up with that same vibe, and the solution I found was in the refrigerators at Dollar Tree. I have a store a few blocks from home and, from time to time, I stock up on various breakfast products that are delicious, cheap and complete, ready to save you time and money. These are my seasonal favorites and are $1.25 at Dollar Tree.
The Dollar Tree Breakfast Burrito That Has It All
One of the favorite brands of Mexican products in the United States is El Monterey, but they are not your typical boring supermarket ones. That’s why there’s always egg, potato, cheese sauce & sausage breakfast wraps in my fridge. It’s the complete breakfast that comes loaded with perfectly cooked scrambled eggs, cubed potatoes, melted cheese sauce, sausage, green peppers, and juicy tomatoes, all wrapped in a soft and delicious tortilla.
In addition to containing all the ingredients for a colorful and nutritious breakfast, it provides 13 grams of protein and only 3.5 grams of saturated fat. Its ingredients also provide calcium and dietary fiber. Each burrito package costs $1.25 at Dollar Tree and can be prepared in the microwave (1:20 min, if frozen) or in a preheated oven at 350°F for 20 to 25 minutes.
Nutri-Grain Blueberry Soft Baked Breakfast Bars
Another quick breakfast option that I always have in my pantry are the Nutri-Grain Blueberry Soft Baked Breakfast Bars, made with a crunchy crust made from whole grains, including oats, whole wheat, vitamin-enriched wheat, minerals, which provides protein and dietary fiber.
Inside, you will find a delicious filling of concentrated cranberry purée that provides that sweet and fruity touch, but without being too heavy in sugar. Additionally, these bars are enriched with vitamins such as B1, B2, B6, D3 and B12 to give an extra boost to their nutritional benefits. The combination of the soft filling and the slightly crunchy crust makes them a delicious option for any time of the day, whether as part of a balanced breakfast or as a snack between meals. The 8-bar box is priced at $3.75 at Dollar Tree.
Frosted Cherry Toast’em Pop-Ups
Although you always want to eat something nutritious for breakfast, because it is one of the most important meals of the day to start with all your energy, sometimes you feel a little sweet and just want something sweet while you watch the sun rise over the horizon.
I’m a Pop-Tarts lover, but since I found the Frosted Cherry Toast’em Pop-Ups, I switched to this brand. They’re exactly the same (well, I guess for legal reasons the recipe is different at some point), but they’re a fraction of the price. The layer of sweet frosting on top makes you feel like you’ve found heaven in one bite, and when you get past the crispy crust and get to the sweet center, it’s pure magic. Throw them in the toaster and, in seconds, you’ll have a warm dessert with a crispy crust on the outside and a juicy filling on the inside, for just $1.25 for a 6-count box.
Jimmy Dean Biscuit Breakfast Sandwiches with Sausage, Egg, and Cheese
Waking up and taking a box of Jimmy Dean Biscuit Breakfast Sandwiches with Sausage, Egg, and Cheese out of the refrigerator is also the preview of a great day. These sandwiches are a real morning treat, and every bite of that soft and fluffy biscuit, along with the filling of juicy sausage, creamy egg and melted cheese, it is a delicious experience. As I finish writing this, I’m heating up some in my toaster oven.
He biscuit It’s so tender it melts in your mouth, while the sausage has just that right touch of spice that wakes you up instantly. The egg is cooked to perfection and the cheese… oh, the cheese… melted and creamy, gives the whole sandwich that touch that makes it incredibly addictive. At Dollar Tree, a two-pack costs $4 (and I already have to buy more because I just ate the last one).
No breakfast is complete without a good coffee
To complete the most satisfying breakfast, I always shop at Dollar Tree for the Harry and David Breakfast Blend ground coffee. The 4-ounce (112-gram) bag is priced at $1.25 and is perfect for making a black coffee every morning or adding your favorite milk to make a latte.
This medium roast coffee has notes of chocolate and spice, and earthy aromas that are reminiscent of higher quality coffees, such as those from Starbucks or Coffee Bros.