While I am still trying to get used to our summer morning routine… I do love the extra time I get with my sweet boy. During the school year we try to be out the door by 7:30, but now we can leave closer to 9. So we have been stepping up our normally boring breakfasts with some fun options.
Hudson’s favorite new morning treat is breakfast popsicles. I came up with the idea after finding some customizable push pops at the craft store. Hudson thought they were so cool… so he is always excited to use them. (You don’t need them to make breakfast popsicles, you can use a regular popsicle mold, too!)
Here’s how we make our breakfast popsicles:
Greek yogurt in your favorite flavors (you can use regular yogurt, but I like the extra protein in greek yogurt)
Fruit mix-ins (fresh or frozen)
Honey Bunches of Oats Breakfast Biscuits (smashed up into little bits)
All you have to do is layer the ingredients. Hudson likes to make his own the night before and put it in the freezer to eat in the morning. (you can also make and eat it right away like a parfait) These are SO easy to make, and your kids can customize them with their favorite ingredients.
My kids feel like they are getting a treat for breakfast, but I know they are getting a healthy start with a good mix of protein and whole grains. The Honey Bunches of Oats Breakfast Biscuits add a nice crunch to the popsicle and my kids call them breakfast cookies! Little do they know, these ‘cookies’ have over 55% of their daily recommendation of whole grains. I know it will keep them full with all the energy they need for summer camp fun!
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They have 3 flavors: Honey Roasted, Strawberry and Chocolate Chip. Hudson’s favorite is chocolate chip… and I love the honey roasted. On the days when we wake up late and are rushing out the door… we can all just grab a package to go with a drink. (milk for the kids… coffee for me!)
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What are your favorite ways to make breakfast fun for the kids?
Ooh, these sound like a fun way to start the day! I've been basically eating something similar for breakfast most days except in a bowl instead of in a pop form 😉
You should freeze it! Makes it WAY more fun! 😉
Such a great idea! I'll have to give the biscuits a try-I love the idea of making Popsicles!
They are really good, especially with coffee!! (for the adults!)
Those look delicious! Our kids would love them (and I would too!)
They are really good, and there are so many ways to customize it. 🙂 Have a wonderful week!
Um, I LOVE these!! What an awesome idea. Totally trying these for my picky eaters! (But one quick Q: where did you get those cool popsicle holder things?? i need those!)
I got them at Michael's craft store! I had a coupon so they were like 2 bucks! We use them all the time too!
My younger one loves frozen go-gurts….so I think this will be right up his alley!! YUMMY!! LOVE this idea!!!
Yes.. its like a go-gurt upgrade! 😉
What a great idea! Love that you can make the yogurt pops and take them on the go. Where did you find those push-pops?
They work for ice cream too.. if you want a dessert! I got them at Michael's craft store.. so cheap too!
This is such a great idea. We're always running late in the morning, so I love the idea of making them the night before. Then we can grab and go.
Yes they can totally eat these in the car, especially since the pop doesnt drip or leak. 🙂
What a great idea. I bet the kids really like these breakfast popsicles. They will think it's a treat when it's actually a healthier version of a popsicle.
It is funny since if I made them a regular parfait using the SAME ingredients they would be like, "no thanks" but freezing it= treat. haha
These look sooooo good! Recently, we've been a little busier and so the kids have had McDonalds a couple of times (don't tell anyone). I have been freezing the yogurt tubes and giving them as freezies in the morning. These one-up mine big time!!! Can't wait to try!
Thats how I kind of got the idea, since my kids love those frozen yogurt tubes too!
Oh my goodness, these look absolutely delicious!!
They are!! I love getting a treat for breakfast! 🙂
That is SUCH a neat idea. I mean what kid wouldn't love those!? You are so smart mama!
It has become a daily breakfast request.. Hudson loves making his at night.. then popping it in the freezer for the morning!
How fun are these!? I think I might have to make them for myself to eat for breakfast, because I find it really hard to get enough protein in the morning! Thanks!
They are really good! (and the little pop things actually keep things pretty neat.. since there is no yogurt dripping!)
Love this idea! I'm sure these are a hit with the kiddos for summer!
yes, my kids are obsessed with them! (and I love how they are getting so much protein and whole grains.. wish I would have thought of this sooner!)
Oh gosh these look so yummy! Thanks for sharing. I'll have to keep them in mind when my little guy gets a little older!
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Lee Anne
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They are good for grown ups too! 😉
What a great breakfast idea. Popsicles in the morning make mornings so special!
they kids really get a kick out of it! Thanks for stopping by and have a great week!
What an awesome idea! I'm going to have to try those!
they are really so good.. and healthy too!
Ok, I would never have thought about doing that! I love that idea and I love those Popsicle holders! I'll have to get some!
they are really cool! the best part is they dont leak.. so the kids dont make (as big) of a mess!
Such a great idea!!! I love this! So helpful for picky eaters!
Yes, esp since I struggle to get my kids a lot of protein during breakfast.. so this has been working really well!
I'm always looking for new food ideas for my kids. These are perfect
thank you! I hope your kids enjoy it and have a wonderful week!! 🙂
good going lady! this is a fabulous idea as i'm sure you've heard from everyone. may have to try my own version (i'd sub regular granola for the bar – healthier!)!!!
That sounds good too! 🙂
Omg… my girls will love this, I love this. Whenever I am having a lazy/ rushed morning I usually give my kids cereal. My youngest ends up spilling most of her milk on herself and the floor, so it really doesn’t make my mornings any easier. Sometimes they want to eat on the balcony but bring everything out there can be so much of a hassle so I usually wait until they are done. These pops will be so much easier for both. It’ll be nice and cool for warm summer mornings on the balcony, great way to start the day. Thank you so much for this idea!
yes and the pops help keep the yogurt from dripping all over the place. I hope your girls like it! 🙂
What a great idea! My girls will be all over this! Thanks for linking up to the Bloggers Brags Pinterest Party. I have pinned to the Bloggers Brags Broad.
My kids would think this is an awesome way to eat their breakfast!