Breakfast can be a busy time of day. Whether you’re getting children ready for school, heading to work or simply trying to get everyone fed and out of the door, it can be tempting to reach for a quick bowl of cereal.
Breakfast cereals can be a convenient option, but some can also contain quite a lot of added sugar. Having a few different breakfast ideas up your sleeve can help you enjoy a wider variety of foods and keep breakfast interesting for the whole family.
Try something different for breakfast
Making small changes to your breakfast routine doesn’t have to mean spending lots of money or lots of time in the kitchen. Many healthy and filling breakfasts can be made using simple ingredients you may already have at home.
Making your own breakfast also means you know exactly what has gone into it. For example, you could try making your own homemade granola, or prepare mini frittatas the night before for an easy breakfast that’s ready to go in the morning.
Here are some ideas to try throughout the week:
- Soft-boiled eggs with wholemeal Marmite soldiers – a simple, tasty combination that’s great for dipping.
- Mini frittatas – make these ahead of time for a quick breakfast or snack. Try the Cooking Good mini frittata recipe.
- Porridge with your favourite toppings – oats are a versatile breakfast option. Add fresh or frozen fruit, seeds, yoghurt or a little peanut butter. Try Cooking Good’s perfect porridge recipe for inspiration.
- Mushroom and cheese omelette – a tasty way to add vegetables to your breakfast.
- Greek yoghurt with berries and seeds – combine yoghurt with fresh or frozen berries and a sprinkle of seeds for a quick breakfast.
- Peanut butter, wholemeal toast and fresh raspberries – a simple combination that brings together wholegrains, fruit and protein.
- Scrambled eggs and avocado on wholemeal toast – an easy savoury breakfast that can be prepared in just a few minutes.
- Breakfast smoothies – blend frozen fruit with oats and milk or yoghurt for a quick breakfast. Using oats can help make your smoothie more filling.
- Easy banana pancakes – a great way to use up ripe bananas. Try the Cooking Good banana pancake recipe.
- Banana and blueberry muffins – make a batch ahead of time for an easy breakfast or snack during the week. Try the Cooking Good banana and blueberry wholemeal muffin recipe.
Keep breakfast simple
A healthy breakfast doesn’t need to be complicated. Using affordable ingredients, planning ahead and making the most of what you already have can make mornings easier while helping you introduce more variety into your diet.
Why not choose one or two new breakfast ideas to try this week? You might even find a new family favourite.
Looking for more healthy and affordable food inspiration? Explore more recipes and resources from Cooking Good and discover the food projects and resources available through Good Food West Northants.