Generally, healthy breakfast recipes for children between the ages of 5 to 10 years should contain the following ingredients/foods:

 Generally, healthy breakfast recipes for children between the ages of 5 to 10 years should contain the following ingredients/foods:

In this paper, importance of making sure children take their breakfast in the right manner has been discussed due to its impact in the growth and development of the children as well as their health status. To those parents who are on the look out for some interesting and healthy breakfast foods for the children, these ideas conform to the dietary needs of children in the age group of five to ten years.

1. Fried Whole Grain Pancakes Accompanied with Fresh Fruit
Whole grain pancakes are excellent for increase the fiber content in you child’s diet. Finish them with something as simple as fruit such as berries, bananas, or apples. A tablespoon of Greek yogurt is also nice for extra protein too.

Ingredients:

Whole grain pancake mix
Seasonal fruits (strawberries, blue berries, bananas)
Greek yogurt (optional)
Maple syrup (optional)
Instructions:

Mix the pancake mix as per the instructions given on the pack.
To cook the batter, poor batter over hot griddle and wait for bubbles to appear on the surface of the bread.
Turn on the other side and fry until it browns.
Served fresh fruits on the top and a spoonful of Greek yogurt on it.

2. Whole Wheat Toast with Stuffed Omelet of Vegetables

A veggie omelet is both light and nutritious; it focuses on lean protein and vitamins from the vegetables. Bright colors will entice kids to take the vegetables, and have it served with whole wheat toast for fiber.

Ingredients:

2 eggs
Bell peppers, spinach, tomatoes (such as diced)
Cheese (optional)
Whole wheat bread
Olive oil or butter
Instructions:

In a bowl beat eggs and season with pinch of salt and pepper.
Add the vegetables to a pan and fry them for sometime with a little olive oil or butter.
To the vegetables, pour the eggs and fry until the omelet is done.
A portion can be served with a slice of whole wheat bread toast.

3. The third diet consists of Yogurt parfait with granola and berries.

That is why preparing yogurt parfaits is an excellent idea since they are tasty and contain a lot of calcium and beneficial bacteria. One can layer yogurt with granola on top and put berries on it to give it a neat and delicious look especially in the morning breakfast.

Ingredients:

Greek yogurt
Granola
Strawberry, blueberries, raspberry
Honey (optional)
Instructions:

Start the dessert by taking a glass or a bowl; then put the Greek yogurt, granola, and mixed berries alternatively.
It is completed by repeating the layers until the required filling of the container is achieved.
You could optionally drizzle some honey over it.

4. This is the easiest system/recipe of all and thus, the Banana and Peanut Butter Smoothie.

Smoothies are easy to prepare and very ideal for breakfast. This banana and peanut butter drink is packed with protein and potassium thus an ideal drink in the morning.

Ingredients:

1 banana
1 tablespoon peanut butter
1 cup of milk whether it is cow milk or the one sourced from nuts or seeds.
1 teaspoon honey (optional)
Ice cubes
Instructions:

Put all the ingredients into a blender, blend all till smooth.
It is then beaten till the mixture becomes a smooth and creamy texture.
Serve immediately.

5. Oatmeal can be prepared with nuts such as walnuts and almonds and fruits like bananas, berries, dates and orange.

Oatmeal itself is perhaps one of the most gentle, yet definitely one of the most fiber rich cereals the world has come to associate with the breakfast meal. Strengthen it with nuts and fruits to boost the nutritive value and taste of the cereal.

Ingredients:

1 cup rolled oats
2 cups water or milk.
Sliced almonds or walnuts
Banana slices, berries.
Oil or melted butter (optional), Honey or maple syrup (optional).
Instructions:

Prepare the oats following the instruction on the packet with the use of water or milk.
Nuts and fresh fruits must be served on top.
Optional to add a drizzle of honey / maple syrup over it.