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When you are first diagnosed with coeliac disease, one of the most difficult meal occasions is often breakfast. And with so many Brits reaching for a bowl of cereal or a piece of toast in the morning, finding a gluten free breakfast that works for you can be a challenge. But don’t despair! We are here to help. We have some tasty gluten free breakfast ideas, including top tips for increasing your fibre and calcium intake, getting that oh so important five a day fruit and veg, and our top five gluten free breakfast recipes that will have you second guessing whether they actually are gluten free!
The clue is in the name! – Breakfast literally breaks the overnight fasting period after a long period of rest, and provides essential energy to get you back up and running for the day. Evidence has shown that breakfast is important for boosting mental performance and providing key nutrients such as carbohydrate, protein, calcium and B-vitamins. Eating a healthy gluten free breakfast every morning will also help to control hunger during the rest of the day, reducing snacking on unhealthier foods.
Unfortunately, gluten is present in bread and will need to either be replaced with gluten free alternatives or removed from your diet. Don’t despair though, there are lots of gluten free breads available, including our range which is available on prescription, and our sister brand Schar’s products which you can find in the supermarket shopping aisles.
If ready made bread isn’t hitting the spot for you, why not try baking your own with our Select Multipurpose White Mix? Our Warm White Bread recipe will elevate your gluten free breakfast to the next level; large, fluffy slices, suitable for freezing, why not bake a batch and freeze in handy portions, ready to pop in the toaster.
Rather than just the usual butter or jam (which is gluten free by the way), why not get some extra veg in with your toast? It’s a great way to increase the amount of fibre in your diet.
A note about cross-contamination: When preparing gluten free toast, be mindful of cross contamination if you share a kitchen with people who eat gluten-containing food. Sharing a toaster is likely to transfer crumbs, so try to use a separate toaster where possible, or toaster bags to prevent contamination. Keep separate pots of butter, jam and other spreads to prevent toast crumbs from transferring between gluten free and gluten-containing bread.
And talking of toppings to toast, eggs are naturally gluten free, and according to a poll by Currys PC World, they are the nation’s favourite breakfast. Who knew? Whether you have them boiled, scrambled or poached, they are a great gluten free breakfast to start your day.
Gluten is also present in most cereals, so again, if this is your go to breakfast, you will need to seek out gluten free alternatives. Glutafin have gluten free Cornflakes, but there are also lots of gluten free breakfast cereals in the supermarket. Aim to choose one that is fortified with additional vitamins and minerals, including calcium and iron.
If you are a lover of porridge or overnight oats for breakfast just make sure that the label states that the oats you are buying are gluten free. Oats are often contaminated with wheat, rye or barley during production or processing, which is why it’s so important to check the packaging. If you struggle to find uncontaminated oats, quinoa will work as a substitute.
There are lots of fantastic naturally gluten free options for breakfast, such as fruit and yogurt. For a quick, healthy breakfast, invest in some bags of frozen fruit which can work out cheaper than fresh fruit and are very convenient. Why not try quinoa overnight oats? Soak quinoa in milk or water overnight, add a handful of frozen berries (we love blackberries and blueberries), and a few tablespoons of yogurt. If you want to take it to the next level add half an apple, a teaspoon of cinnamon and a handful of chopped walnuts – trust us, it’s delicious…like apple crumble for breakfast!
Croissants, pain au chocolat and cinnamon whirls are made with flour so they are not gluten free. Don’t despair though, if a pastry is your go to breakfast, we have perfected some gluten free versions of your favourites!
If you’re looking for more of a treat at the weekend, you’ll be pleased to hear traditional favourites, such as a full English breakfast, can easily be adapted to make them gluten free. Just make sure you purchase gluten free Sausages (some sausages contain breadcrumbs). And don’t forget to ensure the bread you use for your bacon butty or sausage sandwich is gluten free too. Black pudding usually contains barley and oats, hence isn’t suitable for a gluten free diet.
Another great brunch option is Shakshuka, a delicious middle eastern dish, made in one pan with lots of tomatoes, spices and topped with eggs. Use gluten free toast for dipping and mopping, and why not add in some spinach for extra calcium and fibre. There’s a great recipe from Delicious, here
Our sister brand, Schar, make the most incredible gluten free waffles! These are absolutely delicious for breakfast, topped with some crème fraiche and fruit.
These American style pancakes are delicious topped with maple syrup and fruit, or for a savoury option why not try with bacon? The perfect gluten free breakfast!
Keren had been using her Glutafin Select Multipurpose White Mix for years to create this stunning brioche recipe. Slather thick slices with jam or top with chocolate spread and banana for a weekend treat.
All hail the humble crumpet! There are gluten free versions of this breakfast staple in the supermarkets, but this recipe is really special, and the crumpets can be frozen for a mid week treat.
This gluten free recipe shouldn’t just be saved for Easter! Why not keep some of these delicately spiced fruit buns in the freezer to have on hand all year round for breakfast.
These banana and pecan muffins are perfect for an on the go gluten free breakfast. Super simple to make and quick to disappear, they’re also suitable for freezing.
More Gluten Free Breakfast Ideas
Fruit, yogurt, eggs and baked beans are all gluten free. There are also lots of gluten free alternatives of the usual staples such as bread, cereal and pastries.
Yes, eggs are a naturally gluten free breakfast. Just make sure if you are serving them with toast you use gluten free bread.