Healthy Breakfast Recipes for Kids

Healthy Breakfast Recipes for Kids

Most of the parents need some help understanding what it means to eat healthy.

The good news is that you don't need a degree in nutrition to raise healthy kids. Following some basic guidelines can help you encourage your kids to eat right and maintain a healthy weight.

As A. A. Gill rightly said, "Breakfast is everything. The beginning, the first thing. It is the mouthful that is the commitment to a new day, a continuing life."

Here are some quick breakfast recipes for you to try out:

1) Oatmeal:
After you bake this healthy breakfast of whole grains and fruit, you can eat it throughout the week.
In a bowl, mix:
• 2 cups (208 grams) of rolled oats
• 3 cups (700 ml) of any type of milk
• 2 beaten eggs
• 2 teaspoons (10 ml) of vanilla
• brown sugar to taste
• any type of fresh or frozen fruit

Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and bake at 350°F (180°C) for about 45 minutes or until the oatmeal is set.

2) Blueberry Muffin:
Wild blueberries are packed with antioxidants and make a great addition to your breakfast.

In a microwave-safe mug, mix:
• 1/4 cup (30 grams) of flour
• 1 tablespoon (12.5 grams) of brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon (5 grams) of baking powder
• a pinch of salt and cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of olive oil
• 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of milk
• a small handful of frozen blueberries

Microwave on high for 80–90 seconds.

3) Breakfast Cookies:
Breakfast cookies are cookie-shaped muffins that pack more whole grains into your routine.

To make them, you’ll want:
• 1 cup (104 grams) of quick oats
• 3/4 cup (90 grams) of whole-wheat flour
• a pinch of salt
• 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup (115 grams) of very ripe mashed banana
• 1/4 cup (59 ml) of maple syrup
• 1/4 cup (59 ml) of milk
• 2 tablespoons (32 grams) of smooth peanut butter

Mix the ingredients, preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C), and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Drop the batter into about 12–15 cookies, flattening them lightly with a spatula, then bake for 10–15 minutes or until firm and golden. Cool on a cooling rack before serving or storing in an airtight container.

Many healthy breakfast options can help kids get the nutrients they need for the day.

Breakfast is a great opportunity to load up on protein, fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.

These nutritious dishes can be an important step toward establishing healthy eating habits not only for your kids but also your whole family.