Mornings have probably become a lot busier since the school year has commenced. Making breakfast can be a stressful task, but it does not have to be. I am sharing some easy and nutritious breakfast options for kids (and you)! All these recipes can be meal-prepped ahead of time or super quickly in the morning.
Oatmeal:
¼ rolled oats
½ cup heated milk of choice
Add nut butter or protein powder
Top with fruit
Yogurt: Drinks and pouches are easiest on the go.
· ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
· 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
· Topped with fruit of choice and ¼ cup granola
Waffles/pancakes: Meal prepping waffles and pancakes for the week and then freezing them is a great time saver in the mornings.
1 medium ripe banana
2 eggs
2 tablespoons whole wheat flour or gluten-free 1-1 flour
2 tablespoons chia seeds or ground flaxseeds
2 tablespoon milk of choice
= 9 mini pancakes
Eggs: Eggs are one of the most nutritious food options on earth! They can be prepped ahead of time by making egg “muffins.” Or you can quickly cook up some of my favorite egg combos.
Here is the super-fun egg muffin recipe:
Ingredients:
6 large eggs
¾ cup chopped veggie of choice
1/4 cup shredded or crumbled cheese of choice
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 tsp garlic powder
Olive oil (for greasing the muffin tin)
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Lightly grease a 6-cup muffin tin with olive oil or non-stick spray.
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Stir in veggies and cheese.
Pour the mixture evenly into the muffin tin cups.
Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the egg muffins are fully cooked and slightly golden on top.
Let them cool for a few minutes, then remove from the tin. Store leftovers in the fridge for a quick grab-and-go breakfast during the week.
Here are my favorite, easy to whip up egg combos that kiddos love!
Spinach and Feta Scramble:
Sauté a handful of spinach in olive oil, then add 2 eggs, scramble up and add crumbled feta. Serve with whole grain toast for added fiber.
Avocado & Egg Toast:
Toast a slice of whole grain bread, spread half a mashed avocado on top, and add a fried or poached egg.
Egg & Veggie Breakfast Bowl:
Cook two eggs your preferred way (scrambled, fried, or poached), then place them over sautéed spinach, sweet potatoes, and bell peppers. Top with a sprinkle of hemp seeds or chia seeds for a nutritional boost.
Sausage/Bacon:
There are many brands of sausage and bacon that can be prepped or are already cooked. Turkey bacon/sausage is a healthier option and little ones don’t normally notice the difference. These are easy to heat up in the morning and add protein. They are a perfect addition to any of the other recipes listed.
Hopefully these recipes and tips make your mornings this school year a little easier. Fueling your little one with a nutritious breakfast can be simple and quick when done right!
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