It’s the best breakfast deal I’ve found at ALDI.

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My partner and I alternate working out in the mornings.

(Go, us!)

aldi store front

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(Let’s be real, they can’t perform magic.)

Or, I’ll make a dipper out of Greek yogurt (homemade is unrealso delicious!)

and maple syrup or fresh berries to boost the protein even more.

Whole Wheat Protein Pancake box on a color block

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One of our busy weeknight fallback meals is a dinner-for-breakfast situation, where anything is up for grabs.

Waffle sandwiches are always a huge hit, too.

Topped with fried eggs and/or turkey sausage patties, they make great breakfast sandwiches.

Waffle-basedBenedictsare next on my savory waffle list to try.

Think peaches and cream, cherries and chocolate, or blueberries and lemon.