22 Toddler Breakfast Ideas That Are Picky Eater Approved

Fact: No one is immune to the appeal of pancakes, even persnickety toddlers. These require zero flipping—genius.

Slather them in grape jelly and watch them disappear. (Just make sure you have napkins nearby.)

They’re the ideal size for small fingers to hold (and dip). Just don’t be surprised when you start sneaking a few.

Bacon makes any meal irresistible—these portable, mess-free egg cups are proof.

You don’t even have to tell them there’s zucchini snuck in there. They won’t suspect a thing. Genius, Coterie member Maria Lichty.

It’s creamy, dreamy and ever-so-slightly spicy—but if your kid won’t touch ginger, you can reduce the amount or leave it out entirely.

Start ’em on taco Tuesday as early as possible.

You’ll love that it’s packed with nutritious blueberries; he’ll love that it’s crumbly, sweet and topped with streusel.

Unlike most muffin recipes, this one is low on sugar and packed with protein. It also comes together in, like, five minutes, if you weren’t already sold.

These healthy egg muffins can be made the night before and stashed in the fridge, then reheated the next day. Breakfast tantrum, avoided. (Thanks, Coterie member Monique Volz.)

We’re partial to goat cheese, arugula and red peppers, but you can use whatever veggies your kid likes (er, tolerates).

A sneaky way to get your kid to eat vegetables? We’re all in on this easy, healthy meal, courtesy of Coterie member Ali Maffucci.

Aside from the obvious perks (bacon, eggs and cheese in a handy tortilla package), this dish is also surprisingly freezer-friendly—swoon.

It’s official: Put anything in a muffin tin and it’s got instant toddler approval. (Thanks, Coterie member Gaby Dalkin.)

They’ll never ask for Cheerios again.

Prep these quiches ahead of time and store them in the freezer so you have a ready-to-eat breakfast for the little ones during busy mornings.

His two favorite food groups in one fun-to-eat package.

Just think of them as little bite-size grilled cheeses with a runny egg in the center. (Maybe after this French feast, your kiddos will want to try escargot...OK, maybe not.)

Suzy is about to get a good helping of veggies without even realizing it. Make a bunch of these in advance and store in the freezer for easy reheating.

Top with a drizzle of maple syrup and fresh berries to entice your toddler to sit down for breakfast.

Toaster pastries have nothing on you.

They’re basically doughnuts, right?