10 Quick And Easy Breakfast Recipes For Busy Moms
There’s nothing like a homemade breakfast to start the day off right. But who has the time to cook a gourmet meal first thing in the morning? Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But sometimes, it can be hard to find the time to make a healthy breakfast for our families.
Did you know that there are plenty of quick and easy breakfast recipes that you can make ahead of time? With a little bit of planning, you can whip up a nutritious breakfast in no time. If you’re looking for some quick and easy breakfast recipes, we’ve got you covered. From overnight oats to egg casseroles, these recipes will help you get out the door in no time.
Recipes
Overnight Oats
Ingredients:
– 1/2 cup rolled oats
– 1/2 cup milk of choice
– 1/4 cup yogurt
– 1 tablespoon of chia seeds
– 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
– 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
– toppings of choice (fresh fruit, nuts, seeds, etc.)
Instructions:
1. In a bowl or jar, combine the oats, milk, yogurt, chia seeds, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and honey or maple syrup. (Make sure the chia seeds are well soaked)
2. Mix well and let sit for at least 5 minutes, or overnight for best results.
3. Add toppings of choice and enjoy!
Breakfast Tacos
Ingredients:
-1 tablespoon olive oil
-1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
-1/2 teaspoon chili powder
-1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
-1/4 teaspoon salt
-1/4 teaspoon black pepper
-6 eggs
-6-8 soft taco shells
-1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
-1/4 cup salsa
-1/4 cup sour cream
Instructions:
1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, and stir to combine.
2. Crack the eggs into the pan, and scramble until cooked to your liking.
3. Fill each taco shell with some of the scrambled eggs, cheese, salsa, and sour cream. Serve immediately.
Banana and Almond Butter on Toast
Ingredients:
-1 slice of bread
-1 banana
-1 tablespoon almond butter
Instructions:
1. Toast the bread and spread the almond butter on top.
2. Slice the banana and place it on top of the toast. That’s it!
This breakfast is not only easy to make but it’s also packed with protein and healthy fats. Plus, it’s a great way to start your day with some complex carbohydrates.
Egg and Avocado Toast
Ingredients:
-1 slice of bread
-1/2 an avocado
-1 egg
-Seasonings
Instructions:
1. Toast your bread
2. Top with avocado (Either sliced or mashed)
3. Add fried, scrambled, or poached egg on top of the avocado.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste and enjoy!
Peach and Ricotta Toast
Ingredients:
-1 slice of bread
-1/4 cup ricotta cheese
-1/2 a peach, sliced
-1 tablespoon honey
-1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions:
1. Toast the bread slice and then spread on the ricotta cheese.
2. Top with peach slices and drizzle with honey.
3. Sprinkle with cinnamon and enjoy!
Chicken and Waffle Bites
Ingredients:
-Chicken breasts
-Waffles
-Eggs
-Salt
-Maple syrup
-Vegetable oil/Butter
Instructions:
1. Start by cutting the chicken into small bite-sized pieces.
2. Cook the waffles according to the package directions and cut them into small bite-sized pieces as well.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, salt, and syrup. Then, add the chicken and waffles and toss to coat.
4. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add vegetable oil.
5. Once hot, add the chicken and waffle bites and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5 minutes per side.
Serve hot with additional syrup or sauce, if desired. Enjoy!
Pancake Mini-Muffins
Ingredients:
-Pancake mix ( or mix 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1tbsp baking powder, 3tbsp sugar, and ¾ tsp salt)
-Milk
-Melted butter
-Vanilla extract
-Desired toppings/syrup
Instructions:
1. Just mix together pancake mix, vanilla extract, eggs, milk, and melted butter.
2. Then spoon into a muffin tin and bake at 400 degrees for 12-15 minutes.
3. Top them with fruit, syrup, or even chocolate chips.
That’s it!
These mini-muffins are delicious on their own, but the possibilities are endless!
Sausage, Egg, and Cheese Breakfast Roll-ups
Ingredients:
-1 can of refrigerated crescents (or bread -flattened)
-8 breakfast sausage links
-4 eggs
-4 slices of cheese
-1/2 cup of milk
-1/2 teaspoon of salt
-1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
-1 tablespoon of butter
Instructions:
1. Start by cooking your sausage links according to the package directions.
2. Once they’re cooked, remove them from the pan and set them aside on a plate.
3. In the same pan, scramble your eggs and cook until they’re firm. Add in the milk, salt, and pepper, and give them a good stir.
Assembling:
1. Unroll the crescent dough and cut them into 8 triangles.
2. Lay out a slice of cheese on top of each dough
3. Top with a sausage link, and add a scoop of egg mixture on top.
4. Roll it up, and repeat with the remaining ingredients.
5. Finally, melt some butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Add your roll-ups to the pan and cook until the cheese is melted and the outsides are nice and crispy.
Serve hot and enjoy with sauce!
Egg Casseroles
Ingredients:
-6 eggs
-1/2 cup milk
-1/4 teaspoon salt
-1/8 teaspoon black pepper
-1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
-1/4 cup diced onion
-1/4 cup diced green bell pepper
-1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
-1/2 cup crumbled bacon
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
3. Stir in shredded cheese, diced onion, bell peppers, and bacon.
4. Pour mixture into a 9-inch baking dish.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until eggs are set and casserole is golden brown.
6. Enjoy!
Yogurt Parfait
Ingredients:
-1 cup yogurt
-1/2 cup fruit
-1/4 cup granola
Instructions:
1. Start with a layer of yogurt in the bottom of a glass or bowl.
2. Top with a layer of fruit.
3. Top with a layer of granola.
4. Repeat layers until the glass or bowl is full.
5. Enjoy!
A yogurt parfait is a healthy and delicious breakfast or snack option. It is made with yogurt, fruits, and granola. You can use any type of yogurt, fruit, and granola you like. Some popular combinations include strawberry yogurt with fresh strawberries and honey granola or vanilla yogurt with blueberries and almond granola.
There you have it, 10 quick and easy breakfast recipes for busy moms. They are delicious, nutritious, and can be made ahead of time. I hope you enjoyed this article and found the recipes helpful. Come back for more recipes soon!
