Breakfast Ideas For On The Go
Studies have argued that breakfast is the most important meal of the day.
Breakfast comes from the "break" in "fast," meaning the day's first meal after sleeping. While the actual time of day when this takes place originated in the morning, currently, the first meal of the day can be eaten at any time based on personal preference or schedule.
It is essential to fuel your body with a balanced meal before beginning too much physical and mental activity. One small problem with this idea; we tend to start our "activities" before getting out of bed. Most people wake up scrolling through their phones, answering emails, and checking their calendars. Because we tend to fill our day with tasks instantly, we constantly struggle to consume a quality, nutrient-rich meal first thing in the morning. Don't get me wrong; donuts are a personal favorite and easy to run out the door with; however, our body will perform more efficiently throughout the day if adequately fueled. How do we balance this with the demanding morning schedule of school buses, commutes, morning meetings, coffee, and other "get out the door" activities? Grab and Go! To help you get on your way to crushing the day, here are two grab-and-go breakfast options that are quick and good for you. Both items can be made in bulk, last about a week, are delicious, and can be frozen if necessary.
Protein Banana Chip Muffins
These are a staple in the house!
Ingredients
2 large brown bananas
1 cup creamy natural low sodium peanut butter
2 eggs
1/4 cup honey
4 tablespoons protein powder* (your preferred brand is fine)
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (any flavor will do)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400 F
Place all ingredients except the chocolate chips in a blender. Blend mixture approximately 30-45 seconds or until completely smooth.
Using a spatula or spoon lightly stir in the chocolate chips (you can also sprinkle them on top once they are in the muffin tray)
Spray a standard muffin tin with cooking spray and lightly powder if desired (I prefer not to use muffin paper cups)
Scoop batter into muffin tin (I use an ice cream scoop)
Bake 12-14 minutes or until muffins have set. Test with a toothpick.
Egg Bite Muffins
Add your favorite veggies, meat, and seasonings!
Ingredients
8 Large Eggs (can sub with Egg Whites or Mix Together)
1 cup Shredded Fat-Free Mozzarella Cheese
1 cup Fresh Spinach (chopped)
1/4 tsp Sea Salt
1/8 tsp Ground Pepper
1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
1/4 tsp Dried Italian Seasoning
**you can also add some ground turkey or ground chicken for additional protein
**Any additional veggies you enjoy
INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat oven to 350°F
Spray muffin tins with nonstick spray. Set aside.
Combine all ingredients and transfer to muffin tins (you can use mini or regular size)
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until browned.
Immediately transfer to a cooling rack.
**Can be individually packaged into sandwich bags for up to a week. To freeze, wrap individually in foil and place in a Ziploc bag. To thaw, leave in the refrigerator overnight.
Another Option/Variation can be found here:
Breakfast Bite Option
