Now that school is back in session, just getting the kids out the door can feel like a marathon – never mind making sure they actually eat a healthy breakfast. To make it trickier, neither of my kids is a big breakfast eater, so finding something they’ll actually eat is always a challenge.
That’s why I rely on a handful of go-to breakfasts that are quick, easy, and packed with nutrients to start the day off right. The best part? They’re so simple that your kids can probably make them on their own!
These recipes include some of my favorite superfoods:
Berries – linked to a reduced risk of heart disease, cancer, and other inflammatory conditions
Eggs – full of high-quality protein and unique antioxidants
Nuts and Seeds – loaded with fiber, plant-based protein, and heart-healthy fats
Yogurt – a source of protein, calcium, B vitamins, potassium, and probiotics
Avocado – packed with fiber, vitamins, minerals, and healthy fats
Each of these recipes is super flexible – you can easily swap in whatever you have on hand to keep things fun and creative.
Overnight Oats
For best results, use a mason jar with a screw top lid. In the mason jar, add:
½ cup quick cook oats
1 tablespoon chia seeds
Dash of cinnamon
Mix together. Add:
¾ cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
2 tablespoons peanut butter
1 tablespoon honey
Stir thoroughly to combine. Add blueberries. Screw the lid on a place in the refrigerator overnight. Eat the next day, hot or cold.
Avocado Toast
In a bowl, mash avocado, a little lemon juice, salt and pepper. Place the mixture on top of a piece of toast (for best results, use your homemade sourdough bread).
Variation: Fry an egg in a skillet and place on top of your avocado toast. Add a sprinkle of mozzarella or provolone cheese and place under the broiler for about a minute, just until the cheese is melted.
Egg Scramble
Preheat a skillet and melt a little butter. Add two eggs and let them cook for a few seconds over medium-low heat without stirring. Mix the eggs with a spatula. As the eggs start to cook, add a handful of cheese (I like monterey jack). When the eggs are nearly cooked, add salt, pepper and chopped green onion. Enjoy!
Smoothie
Add 1 cup fruit, 1 cup almond milk (or your milk of choice), and ice to your blender. Blend! Use less milk and/or frozen fruit if you want a thicker smoothie. Some of my favorite fruits to add are strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and bananas.
Increase the protein by adding Greek yogurt, almond butter, or peanut butter and a sprinkle of almonds on top.
Yogurt Parfait
Put 6 ounces of plain Greek yogurt in a bowl or mason jar. Add your favorite fruit (my favorite are blueberries). Top with ¼ cup granola (by adding granola last it won’t get as mushy if you don’t eat it right away). Enjoy immediately or store in the refrigerator for a grab-and-go breakfast in the morning.
Bonus! Rice Cake with Peanut Butter
In a really big hurry? Take two rice cakes and spread about a tablespoon of peanut butter on top of each. Drizzle honey on top and eat while running out the door. Both of my kids love this quick breakfast option, and it has a punch of protein and natural sugars to regulate that morning blood sugar.
What are your favorite quick and easy breakfasts? Share them in the comments – I’d love to try them out!
