Healthy Breakfast Ideas for the Family
It’s always said that breakfast is the most important meal of the day but, sometimes after a short night of sleep it can be hard to have the energy to make healthy breakfasts for our kiddos (and ourselves).
We’ve found five easy and healthy breakfast ideas to make your mornings a little bit easier and yummier. Check them out below!
Toast
A very simple breakfast but, here are some ways we found to spice it up!
Greek Yogurt Toast: Try a different topping for toast like some delicious greek yogurt and a drizzle of honey. Might be a little bit messy but such an easy way to change up the usual!
Peanut Butter Toast: Another easy way to “dress up” toast is to add some peanut butter on top with some fruits such as bananas or strawberries. For those kiddos allergic to nuts, honey could be another great option to have with different types of fruit.
Banana Pancakes
Check out this easy recipe! Just combine two eggs, one banana, a splash of vanilla, and 1/4 a teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice (optional). Cook on a griddle or non-stick skillet for 1 or 2 minutes per side; just like normal pancakes. So easy, and healthy, your kiddos are guaranteed to love this breakfast.
Oatmeal
Just like toast, oatmeal is a simple/easy breakfast and we’ve found some ways to include fruits and other proteins along with it!
Applesauce Oatmeal - Make a simple oatmeal and stir in some applesauce to get that natural sweetness and a serving of fruit.
Chocolate Oatmeal - Once the oatmeal is made stir in a teaspoon of cocoa powder and some nut butter or bananas and strawberries.
PB&J Oatmeal - Stir in some peanut butter with the oatmeal and top with your kiddos favorite jelly for a yummy, fruity flavor!
Oatmeal for Babies - Even babies can enjoy an oatmeal breakfast. Add oats to the blender and grind till they turn into a fine powder. Add hot water or even breastmilk to make the oatmeal. You can change the consistency of the oatmeal depending on your baby's age by adding more or less water as they get used to thicker, more solid food. For some extra flavor/nutrients consider adding fruit or veggie purees to the oatmeal.
Apple Granola Snackers
A yummy way to get some fruit and protein into your kiddos diet!
Core your apple(s) and slice it crosswise. Spread the apple slices with your choice of nut butter and then sprinkle granola and/or cinnamon sugar over the nut butter.
Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to eat. Then enjoy some tasty apple snackers!
Banana Oatmeal Muffins
This breakfast idea may be a little more time consuming than the others, but it is also a great way to have your kids help make breakfast with you!
Ingredients:
2 cups rolled oats
2 cups sliced bananas (about 2 medium, very ripe bananas)
6 ounces milk (or plain whole-milk Greek yogurt)
1/3 cup maple syrup
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and grease 10 cups of a standard-size muffin tin.
Grind the oats in a food processor or blender for about 30 seconds or until they resemble a coarse flour.
Add the rest of the ingredients except the chocolate chips (if using).
Blend until very smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides of the blender if needed.
Divide among 10 muffin cups. You want each cup to be about ¾ full. Top with chocolate chips if using.
Bake for 20-22 minutes or until firm to the touch and lightly golden brown around the edges. Let cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack (or just tilt a bit in the pan to let air flow underneath) to cool.
Enjoy!
More details on the recipe found here.
There you have it, some yummy, easy, and healthy breakfast ideas! Did you try any of these suggestions? We’d love to hear about it; send us a DM here!
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