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3 back-to-school breakfasts

When health is on your mind but time is not on your side, reach for these easy meal options to shake up the ole cereal routine — and in a way that’s equal parts nutritious and quick.

Frozen Yogurt Bark

Like little ice cream bars, only much healthier, this creamy, bar-like breakfast also doubles as a protein-packed snack. Ten minutes before bedtime, whip up a tray for the morning — all it takes is 1 (32-ounce) container of Greek yogurt (any flavor), 1/4 cup of fresh berries, and 1 cup of whole grain cereal. Line a sheet pan with a silicone mat or parchment paper and spread the yogurt into the pan. Sprinkle on the fresh berries and cereal and then freeze the pan overnight. For breakfast, break it into large pieces and serve. Leftovers can be stored in a freezer bag or airtight container in the freezer.

Nutrition note: A batch of frozen yogurt bark serves about 12 and provides around 8 grams of protein per serving.

No-Bake Breakfast Bites

In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats, 1/4 cup almond flour, 2 tbsp ground flaxseed, 2 tbsp honey, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, 1/4 cup almond butter, 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips and 1/4 cup dried cherries. Shape the mixture into 12 balls, placing each one into a paper muffin wrapper. Store, covered, in the refrigerator.

Nutrition note: Old-fashioned oats are a great source of fiber!

Goldie’s Forest Berry Parfait

This 3-ingredient breakfast requires no planning ahead. Just mix 1/2 cup berries with a 5.3-ounce container of Greek yogurt and top with a package of belVita Bites (any flavor) or a package of crushed belVita biscuits.

Nutrition note: One package of belVita Bites provides 20 grams of whole grains per serving, along with a good amount of iron and B vitamins.

This information is not intended as medical advice. Consult a medical professional for individual advice.

 

Rachelle Deutz is a registered dietitian at Hy-Vee in Marshall.

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