From front porch photos to specially selected first day outfits, a new school year brings a combination of excitement and nerves for children and parents alike. Start the school year off on a delicious and energizing note with a healthy breakfast!
Eating a nutritious breakfast helps kids perform better in school, and eggs are packed with high-quality protein that will keep kids full and satisfied until lunch! Additionally, eggs are rich in choline and lutein, nutrients that support brain health and cognitive function. The antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin in eggs also play a crucial role in eye health, helping to protect children’s eyes from the harmful effects of blue light emitted by screens.
Check out six simple back-to-school breakfast ideas.
- Breakfast Pizza Pockets: Fill homemade or pre-made puff pastries with creamy scrambled eggs, pizza sauce, cheese and protein for the perfect on-the-go breakfast for busy mornings. Reheat the pizza pockets easily in the toaster oven.
- Overnight French Toast: Simplify French toast by prepping it the night before using sourdough bread, eggs and a flavorful combination of spices. Pop it in the oven the next morning and top with fresh berries, sprinkled confectioners’ sugar and maple syrup for a stress-free morning!
- Protein Packed Pancakes: Personalized pancakes are fun for the whole family, especially when they’re packed with protein to keep everyone full! Get creative and decorate the pancakes using fruit, syrup and chopped nuts.
- Whole Wheat Chocolate Chip Pancake Poppers: Whether you have many mouths to feed or want to prep for the entire week, make 40 pancake poppers in under half an hour using a cake ball pan. Enjoy them plain or serve with a dipping sauce, like Greek yogurt mixed with unsweetened apple sauce or peanut butter and maple syrup.
- Vegetable and Cheese Frittata Fingers: Sneak in fresh veggies before school with Vegetable and Cheese Frittata Fingers. Fluffy eggs and creamy cheese are combined with veggies for a tasty and healthy quick breakfast.
- Veggie & Egg Crustless Quiche: Look no further for a healthy and freezer-friendly breakfast. Easily whisk together eggs and veggies, spoon into a muffin pan and bake for a poppable breakfast. Switch it up and use your family’s favorite veggies, cheese or even chopped bacon or sausage for a new variation.
Eggs aren’t just for breakfast. Nutrients found in eggs are beneficial at any time of the day. Find egg-themed back-to-school lunch inspiration here or check out our full recipe catalog for simple and delicious recipes.
