13 On-the-Go Breakfasts to Save Time in the Back-to-School Rush

Whether you're ready or not, it's almost time to send the kiddos back to school, whether that means you're distance learning, organizing a pod, or actually going to school. Still, that means hectic mornings of getting kids and yourself ready for the day. If you're heading out or even staying in, these breakfast bars and egg sandwiches make your mornings much easier. For inspiration for fun and healthy recipes that the kids will love, check out these 13 on-the-go breakfasts.

Granola Crunch Apple-Peanut Butter Sandwich Wraps

Chances are, the kids will fight the request to eat fruit for breakfast. That’s why you get to do your motherly duties and hide them in a fun wrap with granola and peanut butter. (via Two Healthy Kitchens)

Chocolate Chip Baked Oatmeal Muffins

When you can take oatmeal with you and it’s disguised as an indulgent chocolate chip muffin, you’re doing something right. You might just reach for these instead of your green smoothie. (via Crazy for Crust)

Blueberry Lemon Curd Pop Tarts

Pop Tarts have come out with a few snazzy flavors over the years, but you certainly won’t find one that’s blueberry and lemon curd. (via Broma Bakery)

Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal Breakfast Bars

These breakfast bars may taste like a slice of cake, but they’re filled with whole grains, shredded carrots, and almond butter for optimum brain power. (via Sweet As Honey)

Cinnamon Vanilla Breakfast Protein Bites

Your tots will love these gluten-free and vegan protein bites so much, they’ll beg for extras to take to school. Lucky for you, they’re no-bake, so you can spend your precious time on other tasks. (via Cotter Crunch)

Denver Omelet Breakfast Muffins

Making omelets on a Tuesday doesn’t exactly sound like a realistic goal. Instead, make these mini omelet muffins ahead of time, and you could be running out the door with a savory hot breakfast in no time. (via The Recipe Critic)

Cinnamon Sugar Donut Muffins

These may look like your favorite donut holes, but they’re actually muffins. Dipped in butter and rolled in cinnamon sugar, no less! (via The Salty Marshmallow)

Make-Ahead Freezer Breakfast Sandwiches

Your McDonald’s stops are about to be a thing of the past. Let your kids help you assemble these freezer breakfast sandwiches to save time and money. (via The Suburban Soapbox)

Zucchini Breakfast Cookies

No one would turn down a cookie for breakfast, even when they’re filled with zucchini. These may look super indulgent, but they won’t leave you with a major sugar crash. (via Life Made Sweeter)

Egg, Ham, and Cheese Breakfast Sliders

When it’s your turn to carpool and you have an SUV full of kids, a tray of breakfast sliders to keep them satisfied is priceless. Assemble them the night before and pop them in the oven in the morning while everyone is getting ready. (via A Mom’s Take)

Hash Brown Breakfast Wraps

Spend one Sunday a month making and freezing a giant batch of these egg-free wraps, and you’ll be so glad you did. All they take is 90 seconds in the microwave to reheat, and you can feel good about nourishing your family on the road. (via Spend With Pennies)

Breakfast Parfaits to Go

For simple parfaits, start with yogurt, follow with berries, and end with cereal, nuts, or granola to keep them crunchy. (via The Chic Site)

Peach Carrot Smoothie

When all else fails, smoothies are the most fuss-free healthy breakfast around. Let the kiddos pick their fruit and then you can sneak in a veggie like spinach or carrots. (via Primavera Kitchen)

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This article has been updated from a previous post.