Whether you’re enjoying a relaxing weekend morning with the family or savoring those last moments before rushing out the door, a nutritious, healthy breakfast is the perfect way to start the day. Easy recipes that take less than 30 minutes (and can even be prepared the night before) make busy mornings a breeze.
Puff pastry pancakes are easy to prepare any day of the week – no turning required – while healthy sausage breakfast muffins put protein on the menu in a kid-friendly package. When shopping for this delicious breakfast, look for the Healthy Family Project and Produce for Kids logos to choose healthier foods and make a difference locally.
“Breakfast doesn’t have to be complicated to be powerful — a quick, well-balanced meal can help kids stay full, focused and energized for the day ahead,” says Tony Castillo, registered dietitian at Healthy Family Project. “For growing children, a high-protein breakfast can help support the energy, satiety and building blocks they need as they develop. The best breakfast is one that is simple, satisfying and realistic for busy mornings, because consistency is more important than perfection.”
The versatility of these pancakes allows endless customization and experimentation with different toppings, from fresh fruit and nuts to savory options like cheese and spinach, making them ideal for the whole family. They also freeze well, so you can pop them in the toaster to have breakfast ready in no time when hectic schedules disrupt your morning routine.
For another on-the-go solution, these breakfast muffins are made with just five ingredients, including a protein pancake mix to fuel the day. The savory combination of turkey sausage and cheddar cheese is complemented by the sweetness of onion, giving them the flavor your family craves.
For more ways to put a nutritious breakfast on the table, visit HealthyFamilyProject.com.
How to make sheet pan pancakes
Recipe courtesy of Healthy family project
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 5 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 3 ½ teaspoons of baking powder
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 ¼ cups of milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup sliced strawberries
- ¼ cup blueberries
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
Directions
- Preheat oven to 425 F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper and spray with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
- Mix the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt in a large bowl. Add milk, egg and melted butter; mix until smooth.
- Pour the batter onto the prepared baking sheet and smooth it into an even layer that covers the pan. Finish with strawberries, blueberries and chocolate chips.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown. Let cool slightly before cutting into squares.
How to make Healthy sausage breakfast muffins
Recipe courtesy of Healthy family project
Preparation time: 3 minutes
Cooking time: 23 minutes
Servings: 12
Ingredients
- Nonstick cooking spray
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 pound turkey sausage
- 4 eggs
- ½ cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1 cup egg white pancake mix
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350 F.
- Spray a 12-cup muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.
- Spray the large skillet with nonstick cooking spray.
- In the prepared skillet over medium heat, cook the onion until translucent. Add the turkey sausage and cook until no longer pink. Remove from heat.
- Lightly beat the eggs in a large mixing bowl. Add shredded cheese, pancake mix, and sausage-onion mixture; mix well.
- Fill the prepared muffin cups about 3/4 full with the mixture.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
SOURCE: Healthy family project
