Mornings with toddlers can be chaotic, and finding quick yet nutritious breakfast ideas can feel like a challenge but don’t worry! I’ve rounded up five easy and healthy breakfast options that your little one will love. These meals are packed with nutrients to keep your toddler energized and satisfied throughout the morning.
If my toddler could, she would live off of breakfast foods. She eats the most for breakfast & gets excited for it every morning!! Here are the five breakfast meals she had in a week.
Below are are links to the plates and utensils I use! Click the photo for the link 🙂
I also really like this Mushie plate. When I started baby led weaning, I used these Lalo divided plates. If you’re interested, HERE is my blog post of 10 must-have items when your baby is starting solids and baby led weaning!
1. Mashed Avocado and Egg Toast on Whole Grain Bread & Cara Cara Oranges
This meal is full of healthy fats and protein, making it a great way to start the day. I mashed together 1/2 an avocado and 1/2 a hardboiled egg. I added it on toasted whole grain bread with hemp seeds sprinkled on top. I paired it with 1/2 a cara cara orange. I ate the other half!
Instructions:
- Toast the whole wheat bread until crispy.
- In a small bowl, mash the avocado with egg until combined.
- Spread over toasts and lightly sprinkle with hemp seeds, everything bagel seasoning or salt if desired.
2. Chia Seed Pudding Oatmeal with Nut/Seed Butter, Banana & Hemp Seeds
This nutrient-packed breakfast is great for gut health and sustained energy. I make this chia seed oatmeal recipe for my toddler often. I prepare it the night before & it’s so easy! She loves it and typically asks for more.
Chia Seed Pudding Oatmeal
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole rolled oats
- 2 tablespoon chia seeds
- Pinch sea salt
- 1 1/3 cup milk of choice
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients together and store in a sealed jar. Leave in the fridge overnight. In the morning, add to a bowl & warm up for 30 seconds in the microwave if desired. You can also eat it cold! Add fresh fruit and nut/seed butter on top!
3. Whole Wheat Bagel with Organic Cream Cheese & Side of Berries
Bagels are a fun and easy way to get some protein and carbohydrates into your toddler’s breakfast. I sliced and toasted the mini bagel. I gave her One Mighty Mill Mini Whole Wheat Bagels. Since these were the 5 breakfasts she had in a week, she had lots of berries because I needed to use them up!
Instructions:
- Slice and toast the mini bagel.
- Spread cream cheese evenly on both halves.
- Serve as is, or top with fresh fruit for added flavor and nutrients.
4. Apple Pancakes with Nut/Seed Butter, Blueberries & Avocado
This is the apple pancake recipe I make on repeat for my toddler. She loves it and can eat FIVE of them for breakfast. Yes, I said five. I always add sunflower seed butter on top to add some fat to her meal! I paired the pancakes with some blueberries and diced avocado.
Apple Pancakes (Toddler Friendly)
Ingredients
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- pinch of ground cinnamon
- 1 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
- 1 grated small apple
Instructions
- Mix together wet ingredients first – milk, egg and coconut oil. Add in dry ingredients to mix until just combined. Mix in grated apple. Cook in a skillet with coconut oil.
5. Whole Wheat English Muffin with Nut/Seed Butter and Shredded Coconut & Side of Berries
This is a great option for busy mornings when you need something quick yet nutritious. It’s a classic & simple combo I eat myself often – except I use almond butter. My toddler is allergic to all tree nuts and peanuts so I give her Sunbutter Sunflower Seed Butter (unsweetened version). I spread some on an english muffin and sprinkled shredded coconut for more flavor. Paired with some fresh strawberries and blackberries!
Instructions:
- Toast the English muffin until golden brown.
- Spread sunflower seed butter on each half.
- Top with shredded coconut. Other toppings of choice would be sliced bananas or flaxseed meal.
These five easy and healthy breakfast ideas will help keep your mornings stress-free while ensuring your toddler gets a balanced start to the day. Whether you’re in the mood for something warm and hearty like pancakes or a quick and nutritious option like avocado toast, there’s something for every little eater. Try them out and see which one becomes your toddler’s favorite!
