We've all done it. Grabbed an apple or a banana as we race out the door to catch the 7:18 am train. Or drop the kids at school. Or shop for groceries. Or hit the gym. Or any myriad of other things that seem to need our attention in the morning more than sitting down and eating breakfast.
It's a universal thing. If breakfast is anything to go by, the world has been rushing for a very long time. Some hand-held breakfasts date back generations, maybe even centuries. This is good news for us because once you dig into one of these on-the-go morning meals, you'll never be stuck with a boring old piece of fruit again.

Why wait for the toaster when you can grab one of these fluffy friends instead? Source: Bonnie Savage

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Korean egg toast (gaeran to su tu)

Stuff your medialuna with ham and cheese, or marmalade, or even vegemite. Anything goes. Source: Rachel Tolosa Paz
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Croissants

Wrap a crôque monsieur in greaseproof paper and pretend you're commuting to Paris. Source: SBS Food

This dish combines cheddar and pale beer with a hit of Dijon mustard. Top it with a poached egg and it becomes a 'Welsh Buck'. Source: Alan Benson

Traditionally shaped, these cheese kifle are dotted with butter before baking giving them a lovely tender, rich crumb that makes them completely irresistible. Source: Alan Benson

Let's face it, a bánh mì is a delight at any meal. Source: China Squirrel

This is a famous breakfast dish typically served with chutney or milk tea. Source: SBS Food

As Yiayia Next Door likes to say, "It’s good to eat something different, not always eggs." Source: Mark Roper

In Venezuela, arepas often take the place of bread and are eaten throughout the entire day. Source: Alan Benson
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Chilli jaffle

Kaak are that wonderful combination of crisp on the outside, chewy on the inside. Source: Alan Benson
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Manakish three ways

Pineapple buns, called bolo bao in Cantonese, are a popular sweet bakery treat that are easy to grab for breakfast. Source: One World Kitchen

Danish pastries are possibly Denmark’s most well-recognized food specialty, even though it is Austria that should actually be credited for originally creating them. Source: Alan Benson

These thin pancakes are similar to dosa but made with green mung beans instead of urad dal. Source: Andrew Dorn

At first glance, a rowie looks a bit like an unfortunate croissant that you find in the bottom of your bag. But it is when you taste a rowie that you learn about its appeal. Source: Murdoch Books / Regula Ysewijn

Every taco stand in Mexico will sell quesadillas, most often eaten for breakfast or dinner. Source: Smith Street Books
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Kimchi quesadillas

The tortilla is a healthy, delicious and cheap recipe to prepare. Source: Pablo Tordesillas

Keema chapati is often served in a breakfast banquet and topped with yoghurt or a sweet chutney. Source: SBS Food

The 'Polish bagel' is completely addictive. Source: Alan Benson

For variety in your morning muffin fix, mix this basic recipe up by adding strawberries, passionfruit or even some chocolate and nuts. Source: Savannah van der Niet