40 Easy Breakfast Recipe Ideas for Kids That Even the Pickiest Eater Will Love

For each 1/2 cup whipped cream cheese, stir in 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill, if you like, then spread on slices of toast. Kids can have fun designing their own edible garden by adding their favorite sliced veggies (such as asparagus, radishes, tomatoes, and carrots) to form colorful blossoms on a lawn of microgreens and other fresh herbs.

Granola bars are an easy and quick breakfast to toss into your kid's lunch box. But making your own homemade batch with nut butter, rolled oats, dried fruit, and nuts takes this breakfast snack to the next level.

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Take vegetables and tater tots to the next level with this decadent casserole.

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Tell your kids first thing in the morning how much you love them with this cute riff on an egg in a hole.

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A breakfast you can make the night before saves lots of time when you accidentally snooze the alarm too many times.

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These little bites pack a major punch of protein, which will keep your kids satisfied for longer and give them more energy to conquer their school day.

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With the eye-catching pink color, this smoothie bowl is just begging to be gobbled up by your little one.

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Quiche can fee a little bit fancy for a kid, but this hash brown crust is a cool way to make it fun and approachable.

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Why choose between their favorite breakfast items when they can have it all? Prepare and freeze a batch of waffles on the weekend to make this iconic breakfast a seamless weekday option.

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Chocolate for breakfast? Yes, please! Any kid — and let's be honest, most adults — will be psyched to indulge in this delicious breakfast.

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Breakfast bars are always a great option, because you can grab and go with them when you don't have time for a sit-down breakfast. Skip the pre-made bars and make your own with this delicious PB&J recipe.

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This one's easy: Heat broiler. Place bread on a baking sheet. Using scissors, cut a sun pattern from aluminum foil and place it directly on the bread. Broil until the bread is golden brown, remove the foil, and watch your kid light up.

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For something on the savory side, this ham and cheese scramble is chock full of protein and takes only 15 minutes to make.

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Kids will love getting to dip their toast into this delicious and zesty stew.

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On the topic of cereal, these bars will quickly become a fan favorite. They may not be the healthiest option on this list, but everyone needs some chocolate now and then.

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These ooey-gooey breakfast buns make for the perfect treat. Loaded with toasted nuts and marmalade, they're sure to hit the sweet spot.

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Frittatas make great leftovers, and you can prepare this dish ahead of time so that your kids can grab and go in the morning.

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This flavorful dish will give the kids an egg-cellent start to their day.

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Pop this in the oven right when you wake up for an easy, delicious breakfast the whole family will enjoy.

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These jelly-filled donuts take just over an hour to make, so whip up a batch on Sunday and it'll feel like a morning treat all week.

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Scrambled eggs can feel boring day after day, but put them in a taco shell and all of a sudden it's a whole new meal.

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These easy-to-whip-up pancakes get a nutritional lift from cottage cheese and blueberries, but sub in whatever fruit your child loves most to really encourage them to chow down.

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Why eat French toast on a plate when you can turn it into a bowl? Topped with syrup and sweet berries, this recipe is sure to be a morning delight.

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These cute jars are perfect for hectic mornings before school. Try them with cheddar, ham, and avocado, or with tomato, mozzarella, and basil for a vegetarian option.

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Drizzle these apple pie-style pancakes with a nutty, walnut-style syrup for a surprisingly simple start to the day.

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This protein-packed breakfast is ready in five minutes thanks to a little help from your trusty microwave.

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Here's a meal you'll feel good about them eating thanks to the array of veggies and that healthy hit of protein.

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Scrambled eggs are a nutritional powerhouse, and now you have the secret to cooking them to creamy perfection.

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Every kid loves a classic PB&J sandwich, but you'll love the fresh grapes and applesauce that are folded into this recipe for extra nutrition.

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Put the ingredients in your slow cooker at night, set it on low, and wake up to the most delicious-smelling oats every family member will want a bowl of.

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