Keto Breakfast Ideas in NZ: Easy, Delicious Ways to Start Your Day Low-Carb

Jun 30, 2025

What Makes a Great Keto Breakfast (and What Keto Kiwis Are Actually Eating)

A good keto breakfast sets the tone for the day, steady energy, no sugar crashes, and no second-guessing your macros. But when you’re eating low carb in New Zealand, it can be hard to know what’s actually keto-friendly and what’s just pretending to be.

If you've ever Googled things like:

What’s a typical keto breakfast?
Can I eat yoghurt on keto?
How many eggs is too many on a keto diet?

...you’re not alone. These are some of the most searched questions around keto breakfasts in NZ, and for good reason. There’s a lot of confusion out there, especially when half the options on supermarket shelves come with hidden carbs or misleading labels.

This guide breaks it all down — from the best keto breakfast foods for weight loss to quick low-carb recipes you can make in under 5 minutes, plus the best grab-and-go options from local brands like Justine’s.

What Makes a Keto Breakfast?

A proper keto breakfast is high in healthy fats, moderate in protein, and very low in carbs — usually under 5–10g net carbs per meal. Think eggs, avocado, cheese, and low-carb veg. But there’s also room for more creative options: smoothies, waffles, parfaits, and even cookies — when they’re keto-approved.

Quick and Easy Keto Breakfast Ideas (No Fuss)

These are your go-to options when time is tight, but you still want something filling and on-plan.

1. Boiled Eggs with Avocado

A classic for a reason. Healthy fats + protein = long-lasting fuel. Top with salt, lemon juice, and chilli flakes.

2. Greek Yoghurt Bowl (Low Carb)

Not all yoghurts are keto — but unsweetened Greek yoghurt (or coconut yoghurt for dairy-free) can work. Add:

A crumbled Justine’s Keto Cookie (Choc Chip or Double Choc are perfect)
Chia seeds
Berries
Nut butter or sugar-free syrup

→ Try this full yoghurt parfait recipe

3. Keto Smoothies

Yes, you can have smoothies on keto — just skip the bananas. Try:

Keto Frozen Berry Smoothie
Keto Strawberry Smoothie

Both are quick to blend and perfect for work mornings.
→ See smoothie recipes here

Classic Keto Cooked Breakfasts

When you’ve got 10–15 minutes, these hot breakfast options feel like a treat without the carb load.

4. Eggs Any Way You Like

Wondering how many eggs you can eat on keto? Most people eat 2–4 at a time — scrambled, fried in butter, or poached with spinach or smoked salmon.

Eggs are a keto staple because they’re:

0.6g carbs each
Packed with protein and choline
Super versatile

5. Low-Carb Pancakes

Made with almond flour or coconut flour, these are a game-changer.
→ Or use Justine’s Chocolate Chip Cookie Pancake Recipe — soft, buttery, and only 2.7g carbs per serve.

→ Make them here

6. Keto Zucchini Choc-Chip Bread

Sweet, satisfying, and sneakily packed with veg. This one tastes like banana bread without the sugar crash.

→ Get the recipe

Grab-and-Go Keto Breakfasts (For the Real World)

Let’s be honest — not every morning is made for frying eggs or blending berries. These are the best keto breakfast options NZ-wide when you’re flat out:

7. Justine’s Keto Protein Cookies

Made right here in NZ, our cookies are keto-certified, gluten-free, and packed with up to 16g of protein — perfect for breakfast on-the-go.

Use them two ways:

Straight out of the packet (throw one in your bag and go)
As a base or topping for parfaits, smoothie bowls, or mini breakfast jars

Available online and in selected NZ Supermarkets.

8. Keto Waffles (With Cookies & Cream Protein)

For a weekend upgrade: try our Cookies & Cream Protein Waffle recipe. Tastes indulgent but still low-carb and high in protein.

→ Grab the recipe here

9. Peanut Butter Protein Cheesecake Jars

Yes, it counts as breakfast. This one’s loaded with healthy fats and protein, and feels like dessert.

→ View the recipe

10. Keto Breakfast Quiche

You can makje your own, portable keto-friendly quiche using a low carb wrap in place of pastry. Just combine eggs, cream, and your favourite mix-ins and bake or airfry until cooked. These can be prepped in advance and refrigerated or frozen.

Where to Buy Keto Breakfast Products in NZ

Wooloworths (formerly Countdown): Look in the health foods aisle, Justine’s Cookies and other keto friendly options now widely stocked.
New World / Pak’nSave: Expanding keto sections include more local options.
Online: Justine’s Cookies website has bundles, flavours, and exclusive deals delivered NZ-wide.

Frequently Asked Keto Breakfast Questions

“What is a typical keto breakfast?”

Eggs, avocado, cheese, nuts, Greek yoghurt, or a keto smoothie. Add bacon or salmon for protein.

“What’s the best keto breakfast for weight loss?”

Look for high protein + high fibre to keep you full. Boiled eggs, chia puddings, and Justine’s Cookies with Greek yoghurt are great options.

“Is yoghurt keto-friendly?”

Some is, some isn’t. Stick to unsweetened Greek, coconut yoghurt, or high-protein low-carb options (5g carbs or less per serve).