We are all busy. We are all running off to do chores, are working around the clock, and so there is simply no extra time or rest, especially, when you are a parent. You have to worry about finances, adulting, and paying attention to your child’s welfare, amongst other things.
Suffice to say, you do not always have the time to serve an extravagant breakfast, especially when you also have to prepare their lunch for school as well.
At the same time, you want to make sure that your child is well-fed. After all, breakfast is the most important meal of the day and you want to ensure that your child’s nutrient needs are met.
Otherwise, the growth and development of your child can be compromised, meriting a visit to the Child specialist in Lahore then.
To help you with this predicament, we have rounded by 7 quick breakfast recipes that you can prepare despite your busy schedule.
Hard boiled eggs
It takes less than 10 minutes to boil an egg, but that should not undermine its goodness. Alongside being low in calories, hard-boiled eggs are full of healthy fats. Moreover, they are also an excellent source of protein, which is especially necessary for growing children.
Other nutrients present in hard-boiled eggs include vitamin A, riboflavin, vitamin B12, selenium, and phosphorous.
Oatmeal
Oatmeal can also be prepared very quickly, depending on the type of oatmeal chosen. Oats are also a good source of fiber. They are also great for the gut.
There are several ways you can make oatmeal so that your kid is not put off by the oatmeal due to the monotony. You can toss in some nuts and fruits. Add honey or use milk for change and added nutrition.
Smoothie
Blender is one great invention, and it helps in making wonderful smoothies. These are essentially made of yogurt blended with some fruit. You can use date or honey for sweetening instead of sugar and making the smoothie extra healthy.
You can make different flavors every day, and since yogurt is great for gut and health, and so is fruit, you cannot go wrong with this one. You can easily make a smoothie in under 5 minutes.
Milk and banana
Every kid loves bananas. It is a full meal, and high up on the nutrient scale. Rich in fiber, potassium, vitamin C, this fruit is also great for boosting energy, thus is the perfect day to start a day.
Since milk is required for stronger bones and teeth, adding it to the breakfast not only helps your child be full but also gets the required nutrients as well.
Cereal
An easy and quick way to serve breakfast is cereals. However, your choice of cereal is crucial; do not use the sugary ones made from refined flours. Use instead the whole meal cereals that are fortified for goodness.
Yogurt
Another quick breakfast meal is yogurt. It’s rich in calcium, which is required by children to keep their bones and teeth healthy. Moreover, yogurt is also rich in probiotics, that keep the gut well-functioning. You should, however, use full-fat yogurt without additive sugar.
Apples and peanut butter
An apple a day keeps the doctor away, so it’s important to feed one to your child every day. Rich in fiber, apples are also a great source of essential vitamins and minerals.
To make it a fuller meal, make sure to serve peanut butter as a dip. Fat causes satiety, and thus helps the child to be full. Peanut butter is also a great source of important fatty acids that help in cognitive functioning.
However, make sure that your child does not have nut allergies before serving them PB. You can seek the help of your Child specialist in Islamabad to ascertain the safety of nuts for your child.