20 Kids healthy breakfast ideas for a fab start to the day

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This article about kids healthy breakfast was last updated in 2022.

Breakfast. It’s such an important meal but often has to be made and eaten in the shortest amount of time. A challenge indeed!

For this reason, we have put together a list of yummy breakfasts that are kid-friendly and can be made in a flash or prepared in advance.

Check out our list of kids breakfast ideas for a fab start to the day.

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1. TOASTY EGGS

Make eggs part of your kids healthy breakfast. Italian crusty bread is the yummy foundation for this toasty eggs recipe that takes no time to make.

Toasty Eggs | Beanstalk Single Mums

Recipe source: Taste

2. Breakfast Fruit Skewers

Kids healthy breakfast ideas won’t be complete without fruit. Try these easy peasy skewers with your kids favourite fruits and watch them disappear.

Kids Healthy Breakfast | Breakfast Fruit Skewers | Beanstalk Single Mums

Recipe source: Aggie’s Kitchen

3. Breakfast omelette

Start the day with a delicious and hearty breakfast omelette that comes together in minutes. This is the perfect recipe when everyone’s in a hurry.

Breakfast Omelette | Beanstalk Single Mums

Recipe source: Kid Spot

4. Apple & sultana porridge

Porridge is another super easy kids healthy breakfast idea. This simple recipe gets loads of flavour from apples, sultanas and brown sugar.

Further reading: 10 Amazing porridge recipes from a porridge connoisseur.

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Kids Healthy Breakfast | Apple and Sultana Porridge | Beanstalk Single Mums

Recipe source: BBC Good Food

5. Banana Cream Pie Overnight Oats

Don’t have time to make your kids healthy breakfast in the morning? You can make yummy banana cream pie oats the night before with pantry ingredients.

Banana Cream Pie Overnight Oats | Beanstalk Single Mums

Recipe source: Woman’s Day

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6. Breakfast ham and egg pies

Whip up these tasty ham and egg pies in minutes with ingredients you already have. Make it even healthier by adding spinach or greens and low-fat cheese.

Kids Healthy Breakfast | Breakfast Ham and Egg Pies | Beanstalk Single Mums

Recipe source: Taste

7. Homemade muesli with oats, dates & berries

This tasty and colourful bowl of oats and berries will makes your kids smile at the breakfast table. Plus, it’s packed with fibre, protein and antioxidants to get them through the day.

Homemade Muesli with Oats, Dates and Berries | Beanstalk Single Mums

Recipe source: BBC Good Food

8. Whole Wheat Pancakes

Pancakes just got healthier with whole wheat flour. Don’t be fooled–these are super light and fluffy and might just become your go-to pancake recipe.

Kids Healthy Breakfast | Whole Wheat Pancakes | Beanstalk Single Mums

Recipe source: Super Healthy Kids

9. Raspberry and coconut breakfast smoothie

Kids will love these raspberry and coconut smoothies for breakfast. It only takes five minutes to make…just mix everything in the blender and pour into glasses.

Raspberry and Coconut Breakfast Smoothie | Beanstalk Single Mums

Recipe source: Taste

10. Bacon and egg breakfast burrito

Kids healthy breakfast ideas that you can eat on the go? We’re in! This burrito is packed with healthy avocado, eggs and bacon rashers served with a side of tomato salsa.

Kids Healthy Breakfast | Bacon and Egg Breakfast Burrito | Beanstalk Single Mums

Recipe source: Kid Spot

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11. Ham and Cheese Breakfast Bake

This ham and cheese breakfast bake is perfect when you have time in the morning. Prepare the bake the night before so it’s ready to pop in the oven the next day.

Ham and Cheese Breakfast Bake | Beanstalk Single Mums

Recipe source: Woman’s Day

12. Curly Twirlies

Give gooey curly twirlies a try when your kids want something sweet for breakfast. Use ready to roll croissant dough to cut prep time in half.

Kids Healthy Breakfast | Curly Twirlies | Beanstalk Single Mums

Recipe source: BBC Good Food

13. Toasted Popeye Bread

Jamie Oliver’s toasted Popeeye bread will make your kids eat more spinach. Because spinach tastes sooo good mixed with ham, eggs and cheese.

Toasted Popeye Bread | Beanstalk Single Mums

Recipe source: Jamie Oliver

14. Peanut butter breakfast muffins

These muffins are made from wholemeal flour, oats, bananas, Greek yoghurt and peanut butter for a sweet and filling kids healthy breakfast.

Kids Healthy Breakfast | Peanut Butter Breakfast Muffins | Beanstalk Single Mums

Recipe source: Kid Spot

15. Parmesan French Toast

Try this savoury twist on French toast when your kids crave something quick and comforting. A bit of paprika and Dijon mustard brightens up the cheesy, eggy bread.

Parmesan French Toast | Beanstalk Single Mums

Recipe source: Nigella

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16. 4-Ingredient Granola Bars

Nothing’s easier to make than these 4-ingredient granola bars. Mix granola with fruit, butter and agave/honey and you’re done.

Kids Healthy Breakfast | 4-Ingredient Granola Bars | Beanstalk Single Mums

Recipe source: A Love A Fare

17. Smoothie Bowls

Smoothie bowls are just brilliant if you’re looking for kids healthy breakfast ideas. They’re easy to make, and you can use whatever fruit and toppings you like.

Smoothie Bowls | Beanstalk Single Mums

Recipe source: Woman’s Day

18. No Bake Blueberry Muffin Energy Bites

No time to bake? No problem! Make these delicious no-bake blueberry muffin bites for brekkie or snack time. Blitz all ingredients in a food processor and pop in the fridge until firm.

Kids Healthy Breakfast | No Bake Blueberry Muffin Energy Bites | Beanstalk Single Mums

Recipe source: The Big Man’s World

19. Gluten-Free Banana Bread

Looking for bread recipes for your kids healthy breakfast? Give this gluten-free recipe a try. It uses rice flour and ground almonds instead of regular flour.

Gluten Free Banana Bread | Beanstalk Single Mums

Recipe source: Nigella

20. Sustainable Bread

Treehugger has lots of scrumptious, sustainable bread recipes for your kids healthy breakfast. Put that bread machine to good use and save time!

Kids Healthy Breakfast | Sustainable Bread | Beanstalk Single Mums

Recipe source: Treehugger

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