We know, we know, getting a hot breakfast on the table is easier said than done, especially when you're rushing to get the kids ready on school days. But on cold fall and winter mornings [1], filling up your favorite little bellies with a hearty, healthy meal is a great way to get the day off to a solid start and set them up for a productive day. Click through to see some of our favorite hot breakfast ideas [2] for the whole family. Some are best reserved for leisurely weekend meals, but others are quick and easy enough for the Monday to Friday grind.
Baked Banana Macadamia French Toast
French toast [4] is the epitome of casual breakfast fare, but everyone knows it takes time to whip up. The beauty of this dish is that it is prepared and refrigerated the night before and then quickly baked in the morning.
Breakfast Pizza
What's one surefire way to lure your little ones into the kitchen to help with the mealtime prep? The promise of breakfast pizza [5]. In less than 20 minutes, you can transform the delivery favorite into a protein-rich breakfast treat.
Cheese, Vegetable, and Egg Muffin
These bite-sized egg muffins [6] are so tasty, your kids won't even notice that their packed with healthy veggies too!
Whole Wheat Greek Yogurt Waffles
The addition of whole wheat flour and Greek yogurt gives these ordinary waffles [7] a healthy and satisfying twist — plus, they're all made in the blender, so they're minimal clean-up.
Overnight Cinnamon Pecan French Toast Casserole
While it's not quite fast enough to whip up on weekday mornings, this Overnight Cinnamon Pecan French Toast Casserole [8] can be made the night before, then tossed in the oven for laid-back weekend brunches.