It's that time of the year again, moms: BACK TO SCHOOL!
When I was younger, I had the terrible habit of never eating breakfast. Even when my mom tried, I would just say I didn't have time or wasn't hungry. Then, of course, I would be tired and starving by the time lunch came around.
You don't want the same for your kids, right? That's why I've found the 5 easiest, quickest breakfasts that your kids will love. From two that you can make overnight (my own super-delicious slow cooker coconut banana oatmeal and dulce de leche French toast) to the geniously simple avocado toast to the classic Mexican breakfast tacos and the tasty eggs with tortilla chips, salsa and cheese. Everyone in the family is sure to enjoy these great pre-school meals!
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What's your favorite breakfast for kids? Which of these recipes are you most excited to try? Share with us in the comments below!
Slow Cooker Coconut Banana Oatmeal
Ingredients: 3 very ripe bananas, 3 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 cup steel cut oats, 1 can (13.5 oz.) of coconut milk, 1 bottle (11.1 oz.) of coconut water, 1 cup water, dash of coconut flakes
Directions:
Combine bananas and sugar in slow cooker, mix thoroughly until bananas are fully mashed. Pour in the oats, coconut milk, coconut water and plain water. Mix well and set the slow cooker for 7 hours on low, overnight. In the morning, enjoy with your whole family!
Recipe courtesy of Irina Gonzalez/Family Circle.
Avodaco Toast
Ingredients: slice of toast, olive oil, half an avocado, salt & pepper
Directions:
Avocado toast is of course the simplest thing to make: Slice and toast a thick, good-quality piece of bread, drizzle it with a bit of olive oil, and smash half an avocado on top. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Devour.
Recipe courtesy of The Kitchn.
Eggs With Tortilla Chips, Salsa, and Cheese
Ingredients: 1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 10 eggs, 2 tablespoons milk or water, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 1 cup shredded Monterey jack cheese, 3/4 cup salsa (drained), 1 cup crushed tortilla chips
Directions:
Heat butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Pour into the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, to desired doneness, 4 to 5 minutes, adding cheese just before they’re set. Fold in salsa and chips.
Recipe courtesy of Real Simple.
Dulce de Leche French Toast
Ingredients: 1 I/2 qt. heavy cream, 10 eggs, 1/4 cup brandy, 1 vanilla bean, 1 tsp. orange zest, 2 cups sugar, 6 thick slices day-old bread, crusts cut off, 1/4 cup butter, 1 jar dulce de leche, 1 pint vanilla ice cream
Directions:
Mix cream, eggs, brandy, vanilla bean, orange zest, and sugar in a large bowl. Add bread and let soak in the fridge overnight. Before serving, heat butter in a large sauté pan. Drain the bread and add to the pan, sautéing until golden on each side and cooked through, about 10 minutes. Drizzlewith dulce de leche and serve with vanilla ice cream.
Recipe courtesy of TasteBook.com.
Mexican Breakfast Tacos
Ingredients: 6 ounces chorizo sausage, 8 (6 inch) corn tortillas, 6 eggs, 1/4 cup milk, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, 1 dash hot pepper sauce, or to taste, 1/2 cup salsa
Directions:
Crumble the sausage into a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir until evenly brown. Set aside. Heat one skillet over medium heat, and heat another skillet over high heat. The skillet over high heat is for warming tortillas. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt and pepper. Spray the medium heat skillet with some cooking spray, and pour in the eggs. Cook and stir until almost firm. Add the sausage, and continue cooking and stirring until firm. Meanwhile, warm tortillas for about 45 seconds per side in the other skillet, so they are hot and crispy on the edges, but still pliable. Sprinkle a little shredded cheese onto each tortilla while it is still hot. Top with some of the scrambled egg and sausage, then add hot pepper sauce and salsa to your liking.
Recipe courtesy of AllRecipes.com.
