This post offers 21 easy and delicious breakfast ideas your teen might actually like.
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. But, when you’re a teenager and you’re running late for school because you stayed up way too late and hit the snooze button 12 times, finding the time to eat breakfast before you dash out the door can be challenging.
Here are a few quick and delicious breakfast ideas that just might make getting out of bed a whole lot easier for your teen… we’re talking easy recipes that even the most finicky teen might actually like!
Berry Protein Pancake Bites
These easy Berry Protein Pancake Bites are perfectly easy and delicious for busy weekday mornings. Dust with powdered sugar or dip in syrup and these tasty on-the-go pancake bites will surely get your teen to slow down for breakfast. Recipe HERE: Butter with a Side of Bread
Eggo Breakfast Pizza
Pop an Eggo Waffle in the toaster, drizzle with honey, add peanut butter and your favorite fruit and you’ll have a quick, healthy, protein-packed breakfast that will make getting out of bed so much easier. Recipe HERE: Nums the Word
Hash Brown Ham and Cheese Egg Cups
This easy on-the-go breakfast is basically an egg and cheese casserole in a tin. What makes it even better is you can change things up a bit by switching out the ham for sausage or bacon depending on what your tastebuds are calling for. Plus, with a quick 5-minute prep time, your kids can make these by themselves and still make it to class on time. Recipe HERE: Today’s Creative Life.
Lemon Blueberry Muffins
These Lemon Blueberry Muffins are the perfect make-ahead breakfast for those busy weekday mornings. The Greek yogurt makes them moist and the streusel topping is irresistibly good! Recipe HERE: OMG Chocolate Desserts
Berry Yogurt Breakfast Parfait
Kickstart the morning with a breakfast that’s easy, healthy and tastes amazing. Toss in yogurt, granola, fruit and pecans, and this breakfast is ready to eat in a few minutes. Recipe HERE: Julies Eats and Treats
Vegan Breakfast Hash
This easy make-ahead Vegan Breakfast Hash recipe is made with russet potatoes and sweet potatoes slow-roasted to delicious crispy perfection. You can prep everything the evening before so all you have to do is pop it in the microwave to heat on those busy weekday mornings. Recipe HERE: Build Your Bite
Pear and Almond Butter Toast with Granola
Whole grain bread topped with almond butter, juicy pear slices, honey, and crunchy granola make the perfect on-the-go healthy breakfast. It doesn’t get much easier than this! Recipe compliments of Kristine’s Kitchen Blog
French Toast in a Mug
This easy recipe could become one of your kid’s favorite go-to breakfast recipes. It takes less than five minutes to make and it comes together in just three easy steps. Recipe HERE: Princess Pinky Girl
Quiche Toast Cups
I love this idea! Seriously, who could resist these adorable and tasty mini quiche cups made with plain old sandwich bread? Plus, the beauty of this recipe is that you can toss in any ingredients you like including bacon, sausage, ham, spinach, onions, cheese or anything else you fancy. Recipe HERE: Recipe Tin Eats
Easy & Healthy Banana Waffles
Getting a jump on the day with a healthy breakfast is very important – especially when you’re a teenager who has a relentlessly busy schedule. These banana waffles are not only easy, they’re healthy, which means they’ll give your teen plenty of energy to make it through the day. Recipe HERE: The Sweetest Journey
Breakfast Apple Cookies
Did someone say cookies? These delicious apple “bites” are a breeze to make in the morning and the best part is, you can top the sliced apples with a variety of toppings including mini chocolate chips, peanut butter, sliced almonds, chopped walnuts or anything else you like! Recipe HERE: Rachel Shultz
Healthy Strawberry Banana Smoothie
Sweet and creamy with a delicious strawberry and banana flavor, this healthy smoothie has only three ingredients and whips up in 5 minutes! Plus, it’s rich in fiber and vitamin C. Recipe HERE: Kristen’s Kitchen Blog
3-Ingredient Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies
These flourless, eggless, gluten-free, vegan breakfast cookies make the perfect healthy breakfast for busy school days. Just three simple ingredients (you can add banana, too if you like) and a few minutes and you’ll have a great on-the-go breakfast that’s perfect for busy teens. Recipe HERE: The Big Man’s World
Fried Egg Avocado Toast
If you’ve never had toast with a fried egg and avocado, you’re definitely missing out! It’s seriously one of the easiest breakfast ideas and it tastes delicious. For even more flavor, try adding a slice of your favorite cheese. Recipe HERE: FannetasticFood
Bacon and Egg Tacos
Just a handful of ingredients is all you need to whip up these easy Bacon and Egg Tacos. Plus, wrap them up and it makes a great take-and-go, no-mess breakfast that teens can eat on the way to the bus. Recipe HERE: All Recipes
Fruit Salad with Honey Lime Dressing
A bowl of fruit is one of the easiest and healthiest grab-and-go breakfast ideas out there. What makes this fruit bowl deliciously different, is that it’s drizzled with a tangy honey-lime dressing that’s irresistible. Just cut up your favorite fruit (or whatever fruit you happen to have on hand) – and you’ll be out the door in no time. Recipe HERE: Joyous Apron
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Banana
Breakfast just got a whole lot easier! This quick and healthy breakfast made with banans, peanut butter, and a few chocolate chips is a match made in heaven. Pair with grapes, a handful of strawberries and milk or juice and breakfast is ready. Recipe compliments of The Pinning Mama
No-Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars
These easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars are an absolute breeze to make! Just five simple ingredients including creamy peanut butter, chocolate chips, oats, vanilla and honey and you’ll have a healthy breakfast or afternoon snack the kids will love. Recipe HERE: Princess Pinky Girl
The Ultimate Bagel Breakfast Sandwich
There’s nothing better than jumpstarting your morning with a bagel sandwich. Start with an everything bagel and toss on a scrambled egg, sliced cheese, sliced tomato, and avocado and your teen will have enough energy to last until lunchtime. Recipe HERE: What’s Gaby Cooking
3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Fruit Dip
If your goal is to get your teen to eat more fruit, this recipe is likely to do the trick. Three ingredients – peanut butter, yogurt, and cool whip – come together to create a creamy, delectable dip that’s perfect for dipping apples, bananas or any other fruit of their choice. Recipe HERE: Mom Creiff
To-Go Baked Oatmeal Muffin Cups
These yummy Oatmeal Muffin Cups are made with a standard oatmeal recipe and topped with whatever toppings you fancy. Serve them up with fruit, chocolate chips, cinnamon, raisins or anything else your tastebuds are calling for. You might want to make a big batch of these on the weekend so you’ll have them ready to grab and go during the week! Recipe HERE: The Wholesome Dish
