Breakfast for me is easy: I wake up, pop some bread in the toaster and turn on my cordless kettle to make a cup of tea. I’m happy with the basics, but my little one insists on a little more variety in his daily routine. That’s why I’ve come up with a simple rotating schedule of quick and easy breakfast ideas for toddlers and growing kids.
Pancakes – A Sunday staple; it doesn’t matter if you buy from a box or make homemade (though we prefer the latter) — pancakes are always a winner. We love pancake minis and when you do make a batch from scratch, double it and freeze the rest for a quick and easy breakfast any day of the week. For special occasions, I add in miniature chocolate chips 
Waffles – Almost as good as pancakes, waffles are always welcome in our house. There are some adorable waffle makers on the market with Disney characters and other cute designs, giving your children even more reasons to love them. Again, make a double batch and freeze leftovers–you can put them in the toaster to get a nice crunch when ready to serve.
Scrambled eggs – One of the simplest hot meals you can make, scrambled eggs are genuinely loved by most children. Add in a splash of milk or coconut milk and whip to keep eggs nice and fluffy.
Toast – To liven up your child’s morning toast, cut into fun shapes with cookie cutter and top with butter or jelly. If no nut allergies, Nutella and toast is a fun treat!
Cereal with Milk – Cheerios, Chex, Rice Krispies, Kix, Puffed Rice and Corn Flakes are just a few of our favorites. We try to stay away from sugary cereals, but if we are short on time, almost any will do.
Fruit and yogurt – A toddler breakfast that can double as an anytime snack, fruit and yogurt is both delicious and healthy. Buy berries when they are in season and serve with bananas anytime of year. When you serve your little one fruit at a young age, they are more likely to keep loving it throughout their life.
Cereal Bars – When we are on the go and have to be out of the house early, cereal bars with whole grain and real fruit are our best bet. Nutri Grain and Gerber Gradulates Fruit & Cereal are popular choices, but if you have a little extra time one day, these bars can made at home with little effort.
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