The importance of eating breakfast is drilled into children from a very young ageand for good reason.

Health professionalssaythe morning mealcan provide a plethora of tantalizing benefits, from boosting your energy to reducing brain fog.

Read on for the absolute best breakfast foods you’re free to score at Aldi right now!

Aldi breakfast items

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Aldi version of the productL’Oven Fresh English Muffinsis surprisingly close to popular name brands like Thomas and Bays.

They’re soft, slightly chewy, taste great, and toast to a beautiful golden brown.

The taste and texture of the waffles are also really impressive for a product that prioritizes protein.

L’Oven Fresh English Muffins

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They’re buttery, slightly sweet, crispy on the outside, and soft in the middle.

A pack of 10 waffles costs $3.99 at my local Aldi right now.

The retailer sells bags of frozen pork sausage patties that some swear are identical to McDonald’s breakfast sausage.

Breakfast Best Protein Waffles

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“I’m 100% convinced that thefrozen sausage pattiescome from the same factory as McDonald’s Sausage McMuffins.

The taste, convenience, and value have made these a staple Aldi buy for many fans.

It can pair wonderfully with some simple fruit or granola or make a great addition tosmoothies or protein shakes.

Breakfast Best Pork Sausage Patties

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It’s also incredibly affordable at just $1.95 for a 32-ounce box in my area.

The Season’s Choice brand ended up being the closest match to Mickey D’s Hash Browns.

Haracz said they’re"almost identical” and recommended deep frying them for the best results.

Friendly Farms Whole Milk Greek Yogurt

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“Been buying Season’s Choice at Aldi for years.

Can confirm if done right they’re almost identical,” one TikToker commented.

Shoppers also adore the Biscuit Ham Slices sold under Aldi’s private label Appleton Farms brand.

Millville Buttermilk Pancake & Waffle Mix

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Aldi’s price for the product makes it a particularly tempting buy.

“They are comparable to Jimmy Dean but cheaper,” a Redditornoted.

If so, you might want to consider grabbing a bag of this Millville Cinnamon Granola Crunch.

Season’s Choice Hash Brown Patties

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Meanwhile, the flavor is warm and cinnamon-forward without being overly sweet.

A 16-ounce bag is selling for $3.69 in my area right now.

For those who aren’t big on cinnamon, Aldi also offers an Oats & Honey version.

Appleton Farms Biscuit Ham Slices

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Frosted Strawberry Pop-Tarts

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Breakfast Best Sausage, Egg, & Cheese Croissant Sandwich

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Millville Cinnamon Granola

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