23 Best Breakfast Recipes for Kids

Mornings can be torturous enough without a reminder that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But seriously, it is. Take a deep breath and get inspired by the 23 Best Breakfast Recipes for Kids. They might take an extra 30 seconds to make, but the kids will eat them. (Isn't that the goal?) You'll also find tips and suggestions on how to make some ahead of time, and which ones you can freeze or pack for lunch.

All the best breakfast things are tucked into one cute little cup with this yummy bacon and egg bite. It's the perfect way for your cute little muffins to start their day.

Despite what your little ghouls and goblins say, pumpkins aren't just a Halloween accessory. Spice up the school breakfast routine by adding it to yummy baked oatmeal.

Young'uns stick to straws like gum to your shoe. Stick those straws in a healthy and delicious strawberry shake for them to slurp up on their way to school.

Start the school year off right with these easy-to-make blueberry muffins for an on-the-go breakfast or morning snack option.

For some of your star athletes, breakfast time is way before the early bird catches the worm. So pack this power snack as a refuel break between practicing for the winning goal and acing that pop quiz.

Elaborate family breakfasts aren't just for holiday weekends. Double down on your waffle production on Sunday mornings so you have plenty to warm up throughout the week.

Going green isn't just for adults—your little sprouts can get in on the healthy action too. Whip up a batch of this spinach smoothie sweetened with mangoes, and don't forget to pour a glass for you.

Oatmeal is the 'it' cereal these days and baking it is so easy. There's no question why this delicious berry and lentil version is one of our new favourite morning meals.

There's nothing worse than baking up a storm for the fam only to have half the batch go bad before the week is over. With this six-week bran muffin recipe, you won't have to worry if the kids take their time polishing them off.

This crunch-tastic recipe is a perfect on-the-go breakfast option. Just scoop a handful of this granola goodness into a zip-top bag, and then scoop up your little dawdlers into the van.

It's been two months since your little brainiacs have practiced their times tables. But with these 'kid-friendly' Scooby Snacks for breakfast, your Mystery Inc. investigators will be back to solving equations in no time.

Not every kid is in love with the idea of getting up early before school to have breakfast. But when you hide all that brain fuel into a delicious banana smoothie, you won't be hearing 'mom, just 10 more minutes,' anymore.

In an ideal world, getting back to morning routines means making time for a healthy breakfast. But when everyone is running out of the house and looking for something to eat on-the-go, these nutritious cookies are a morning lifesaver.

There are always those special days where you wake up extra early to do something sweet for your little sweeties. And these berry-licious pancakes are perfect for that first day of school, birthday celebration or good-luck-on-the-big-test breaky.

We have it on good authority that every kid loves banana bread. So take it up a notch with this healthier scone version of a tried and tested fam favourite.

Don't let dried fruit and nuts turn the kids off from healthy granola. The coconut and honey in this recipe add sweetness and you can add their fave dried fruits, if desired.

It's hard to find a person who doesn't enjoy a good banana bread. This morning treat has a little extra nutrition to ease your family back into the swing of things.

Yes, scones can have protein! Keep these on hand when your busy bee is looking for a quick snack in-between early-morning practice and school.

A quick and tasty breakfast is as simple as blending, pouring and gulping. Done—that was easy.

Waiting in line at the coffee shop drive-thru for a quick morning muffin is far from being quick. Make these at the start of the week and you'll be ahead of schedule, and the kids' tummies will be full of healthy and delicious fare.

Store-bought frozen pancakes and waffles are an easy breakfast solution that you're kids can make on their own. But why spend the money on the packaged-variety when you can make your own with this yummy recipe?

Tuck a dozen of these homemade muffins into the freezer to help alleviate the stress of the school morning rush. We promise that these will get them out the door.

Every mom knows that it all comes down to presentation. Serve cookie-cutter shaped pancakes and they'll definitely be awake.