It's no secret that people are skipping breakfast. Our fast-paced lives have made it so that we're spending less time at the table (for any meal!) and more time at work or running errands. Some people drink only a coffee and others pick up just a pastry on the way, but balanced breakfasts have been pushed out the door by our work habits. In 2011, it was discovered that 31 million Americans skip breakfast each day and, as a nation, we haven't slowed down since then. It's a widely-known fact that eating breakfast is extremely important for your health and daily energy levels, but how can a busy person make time to prepare a balanced breakfast every day? The answer lies in make-ahead breakfasts!

Some of these recipes are to be made the night before eating, while others last in the freezer or fridge for days, weeks or months and just require a quick morning reheat. If you can take 10 minutes each morning to eat a hearty meal that's mostly-ready by the time you wake up, you'll find yourself feeling more energetic and all-around happier all morning. Give one of these eight recipes a try.

1. Crockpot Apple Oatmeal from The Gracious Wife

2. Omelet and Potato Breakfast Bites from Ella Claire Inspired

3. Whole-Grain Blueberry Muffins from Real Simple

4. Mushroom, Leek and Fontina Frittata from Bon Appetit

5. Sausage and Potato Pockets from Real Simple

6. PB&J Stuffed Multigrain Pancakes from Cooking Light

7. Tortilla de Patatas from Smitten Kitchen

8. Breakfast Burritos from Iowa Girl Eats