You must've heard it a thousand times: the most essential meal of the day is breakfast. When you're a child spending six hours in school, it's even more crucial to remember this age-old adage. Weekdays with children are hectic. There is not enough time to accomplish everything, from getting ready and getting dressed to preparing lunches and backpacks. Amidst the hustle, you can still make time for a good breakfast for kids that will leave them energized, satisfied, and happy throughout the morning with a bit of forethought and imagination. Adults also need to have breakfast: According to new research, having breakfast may lower the risk of heart disease.
Even the smallest hands can assist in the kitchen, and including your child in food preparation teaches them responsibility and self-sufficiency. These easy ideas allow your kids to create a nutritious breakfast on their own with only a little preparation from you - ideal for those hectic school mornings when every minute counts. Hopefully, these fantastic, easy breakfast options for kids will make your mornings smooth and easy, allowing you to focus on things like ensuring everyone grabs a face mask on their way out of the door.
TIP
Whether or not it's a school morning, it's always great to be interacting with your children in the kitchen to show them the ropes on how to prepare some food. Breakfast foods are one of the best options for kids to start learning when it comes to cooking. You may choose to work with your child by using a desk that can be adjusted to their height and has the adjustability function for you to change later on. If you are a standing desk user and have one that has a glass tabletop like FlexiSpot's Comhar All-in-One Standing Desk Glass Top, you can bet that this desk can be used in the kitchen for simple food prep surfaces, such as putting together breakfast. While I mentioned that it's protected with a glass top, making it safe and protected from spills and can easily be wiped clean, you can add a layer of protection such as a cling film or Saran wrap. This desk can be lowered for your child's comfort while they're busy helping you out making breakfast on their own "chef station." Don't forget to use a cushioned anti-fatigue mat to keep your feet comfy while preparing with your child.
Overnight Oats
This no-cook oatmeal approach yields a thick, velvety, and healthful breakfast for children that lends itself to many recipe variants. Anything from almond butter and strawberries to tropical fruit and Greek yogurt can be included. You'll save time while sleeping if you prepare this dish and leave it to sit overnight. In a pinch, you may soak the oats in the fridge for a few hours. This recipe has the texture of pudding or porridge, so it's sure to please fussy eaters.
Hard-Boiled Eggs
This compact meal is not only great for a light breakfast on the run, but it also makes an excellent after-school treat. Hard-boiled eggs are easy make-ahead food that may be stored in the fridge for up to a week. Eggs are a terrific protein-filled way of starting the day when coupled with a piece of fruit or bread, and they are easy for your child to grip and peel.
Breakfast Smoothie
Breakfast smoothies are a terrific choice that may be partially prepared the night prior if the kids are skilled enough to be using a blender. Chopped away pieces of fruit and freeze in sandwich baggies, so kids only have to add their favorite milk and a touch of nut butter for extra protein.
Fruit Kebabs With Yogurt Dip
This nutritious breakfast contains only four ingredients: Greek yogurt, honey, fruit, and vanilla bean. Blueberries (used on the kebabs and combined into the yogurt dip) are high in antioxidants and have numerous health advantages.
Breakfast Tacos
Breakfast tacos are an enjoyable and straightforward way to start the day. They can be made in less than 30 minutes. Fill whole wheat tortillas with protein-rich scrambled eggs, as well as chopped onions, peppers, and tomatoes. Rewarm these in the oven or microwave until they're toasty warm. Breakfast tacos are also excellent for lunch, dinner, or as a nibble at any time of day if you've any leftovers.
French Toast
Choose a high-fiber, whole-grain bread and a 2:1 ratio of whole eggs to egg whites. Cook on a griddle or in a frying pan as usual. Garnish with fresh fruit and a drizzle of authentic maple syrup.
Instant Oatmeal
Instant oatmeal is a full breakfast and is an excellent first dish to encourage your child to make while using the microwave on their own. They can put in some peanut butter, almonds, dried fruit, or seeds for a little extra texture. Always go through microwave safety with your child before letting them use it on their own.
Waffles
Have you ever woken up to discover that the last frozen waffle had been devoured? Not a problem! You may still give your children's favorite breakfast by using most recipes that take less than 20 minutes to make. You can prepare extras and store them in your freezer if you have a few minutes.
Avocado Toast
Even if they are not millennials, kids can enjoy avocado toast. For children who aren't yet ready to slice up their avocado, most stores provide avocado spreads that work well too.
Bagel With Cream Cheese and Fruit
Pre-sliced bagels or English muffins smeared with peanut butter, cream cheese, or even a chopped-up hard-boiled egg for a protein boost are yet another easy options for toaster-age youngsters. For an antioxidant boost, add fruit which you can cut up the night ahead.
Egg in a Hole
If you're bored of the same old omelets in the morning, egg in a hole is a terrific way to spice it up and infuse some amusement into the cooking process. Cut a circle from the wheat bread with a cookie cutter, then spread coconut butter or drizzle olive oil on top to fry the bread and egg. Allow your children to select the cookie-cutter shape and witness as they fall in love with this creative and out-of-the-box idea.
Muffins
If you have some free time over the weekend, make a large batch of homemade muffins and store them in a sealed container in an easily accessible location. It's worth the additional work if it means your child can take one, pour herself a glass of fresh fruit juice, and eat a full breakfast without your assistance.
Chia Pudding
Chia seeds add omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and fiber to a morning pudding made with fruit, almond milk, and even some nuts for texture. Both white and black chia seeds have the same flavor, nutrient content, and thickening profile. Thus they can be used interchangeably. If you have a color-picky child, choose the one that best suits them.
Greek Yogurt and Honey Toast
Greek yogurt on whole-grain bread with a honey drizzle. It's a given that children will like eating yogurt in a non-traditional style.
Cereal
Cold cereal with milk is simple to make for your child. Just store the milk in an easy-to-reach place in the fridge and train pouring together and avoid spills.
Yogurt Parfait
A wide array of flavors, as well as an assortment of toppings they may carry with them on the go, will keep kids intrigued. Opt for Greek yogurt that does not contain added low-calorie sweeteners like stevia, aspartame, or the like. Parfaits are an excellent and wholesome breakfast for children that may be quickly created using your child's favorite fruit or switch up when a combo gets old.
Nut Butter Sandwich
Sandwiches with peanut butter and jelly are a popular option. Still, you can also pair your fav nut butter with bananas, cinnamon, apple raisins, granola, almonds, dried fruit, strawberries, and other jams. If you don't have any bread, take a box of crackers and make mini bite-sized snacks perfect for breakfast all through the day.
Homemade Pancakes
Make your own pancakes instead of buying store-bought. Kids enjoy getting their hands messy with pancakes, and after all the excitement and cleaning, there's a delicious and yummy breakfast to eat. Top with maple syrup, butter, or even peanut butter, but be careful not to burn yourself on the hot griddle or frying pan.
With these simple but healthy breakfast options for children, your family can handle busy mornings. Make use of healthy store-bought breakfast items and spend a weekend preparing several make-ahead breakfasts with your little helpers.
