10 Ridiculously Easy But Yummy Breakfast Recipes In 10 Minutes

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Ever had one of those days where you just lay in bed for a good hour or two after waking up and you contemplate whether you should just stay there the whole day and skip the whole tedious part of changing out of your pyjamas and actually brushing your hair? Yeah, me too. But of course, chores need to get done, diapers need to be changed, and tummies need to be fed (be it your little one's, or your own). So you whimper as you slowly roll onto the floor and crawl to the bathroom and stand in the shower and sob for a few more minutes and after getting dressed, you go to the kitchen and wonder what the hell you're supposed to cook for your child without reaching for the sugar-coated multicoloured cereal yet again. Nor do you want to hand them a piece of dry toast and call it a day. So here is a tried & tested list of 10 tasty but healthy breakfast ideas you can try out for those days that you just seriously cannot function. They are easy, I promise, and will take less than 10 minutes to prepare, but are completely guilt-free because they are actually nutritious and delicious!

1. MINI BANANA PANCAKES

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This is Gemini Grrl's favourite recipe to make all by herself (under my watchful eye of course) and she eagerly eats it all up once it's fresh out of the oven. 
So if my 2 year old can cook this, so can you ;)

INGREDIENTS:

1 Over-ripe Banana
1 Egg
1 tsp Vanilla Essence
Butter


WHAT TO DO:

a) Slice up the banana into a bowl.

b) Crack in the egg and mash it all up with a fork.

c) Add the vanilla and mix well.

d) Butter up a muffin pan and spoon in the mixture.

e) Bake in the oven for a few minutes until golden brown.

f) Serve with honey, butter or peanut butter.

SERVES: 1 Momma & 1 Tot OR 2 Tots



2. QUICK-BAKED AVOCADO

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I LOVE avocados so much. Not only are they chockful of nutrition, but they taste heavenly and can be a wonderful alternative to cheese for those with dairy restrictions, are vegan, or just watching their diets. I may just write up a whole new blog post on it's own dedicated to my favourite avocado recipes.

INGREDIENTS:

1 Ripe Avocado
1 Egg
Pinch of Sea Salt
Pinch of Black Pepper


WHAT TO DO:

a) Slice the avocado in half and remove the pit.

b) Beat the egg and carefully pour it into the little pit-groove in the avocado halves.

c) Sprinkle the sea salt and black pepper over the egg.

d) Bake it in the oven until your desired consistency, or until the egg cooks.

e) Eat with a spoon and enjoy the goodness.

SERVES: 1 Momma & 1 Tot

3. PEANUT BUTTER & BANANA SANDWICH

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Bananas are so digestible and are a healthy way to start your day. So if you're looking for a fun way to jazz up the way you eat this delicious fruit, why don't you try out one of my favourite toast toppings?

INGREDIENTS:

1 Ripe Banana
4 Pieces of Wholemeal/ Multigrain Bread OR 2 Pieces of Toast (for an open-face sandwich)

Peanut Butter (Chunky for even more nutrition, but I personally prefer Smooth)
Honey (optional)


WHAT TO DO:

a) Slice up your banana.

b) Spread peanut butter onto your bread or toast.

c) Arrange the banana slices onto your bread or toast.

d) Drizzle with a bit of honey, if you prefer (but the sweetness of the bananas should be enough).

e) Fantastic with a glass of milk.

SERVES: 1 Momma or 2 Tots

4. GREEK YOGHURT FRUIT SALAD

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Greek yoghurt is another staple in my house and we love it so much! It's actually healthier than regular yoghurt and you can use it in a lot of different recipes. It's better to get the plain kind and add in any extra toppings yourself to your liking. I always add some honey for a touch of sweetness (because Greek yoghurt is rather tart) and chia seeds for the extra nutrients, as it is a superfood :D

INGREDIENTS:

2 Single Serving Pots of Greek Yoghurt

Any Mixed Fruits & Berries
1 - 2 tsp of Honey
1 tsp of Chia Seeds

WHAT TO DO:

a) Cut up the mixed fruit or berries to bite size pieces.

b) Add in the chia seeds into the yoghurt.

c) Add in the honey into the yoghurt and mix well.

d) Top with the mixed fruits & berries.

e) Serve chilled and pretend you're having ice cream early in the morning :P

SERVES: 1 Momma & 1 Tot

5. PEANUT BUTTER APPLE SLICES

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"An apple a day keeps the doctor away", apparently. I guess what they mean is that it's good to eat some fruit everyday as part of a healthy and balanced diet. This is also a good snack for any other time of day, plus it's super fast to make. I like to add the granola on top for the extra flavour, fibre and crunch.

INGREDIENTS:

1 Red or Green Apple
Peanut Butter
Granola

WHAT TO DO:

a) Slice up your apple. The more PB you want, the thinner the slices.

b) Spread peanut butter onto each apple slice.

c) Sprinkle some granola on top.

d) Eat it as a healthy snack while watching the morning cartoons. Goes well with a tall glass of milk too!

SERVES: 1 Momma or 1 Tot

6. SOFT-BOILED EGG & BREAD DIPPERS

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Eggs are inexpensive, the easiest things to cook, but are so high in nutritional value. That's why our kitchen is always full of them! As soon as your bub is old enough, it's good to let them eat eggs for high quality protein. Most toddlers like to dip their foods, so these toast fingers are a fun way to make them finish up their meal.

INGREDIENTS:

1 Egg
1 Piece of Toast
Butter (optional)


WHAT TO DO: 

a) Boil your egg for about 10 minutes.

b) Toast a piece of bread.

b) Remove from pot and crack open the top OR crack open the whole egg into a bowl.

c) Cut up the toast into strips for easy dipping.

d) You may choose to lightly butter the toast fingers.

e) Let your tot have fun dipping and eating this healthy breakfast.

SERVES: 1 Momma or 1 Tot

8. CUTE FOOD ART

I LOVE YOU BEARY MUCH - My very own food art creation for Gemini Grrl. It is peanut butter on bread with apple slice cut-outs and blueberries.

Ok, you must admit that these cutesy food art creations that you've seen all over Pinterest and the world wide web sometimes makes you feel like a pretty crappy Mom for serving your child a boring piece of toast with some butter slapped on it. Fret not, because seriously, food art is not all that difficult to make and I have attempted a few of my own (with satisfactory results!). Bread is the easiest thing to start off with (and a common breakfast staple) and you can use cookie cutters to make fun shapes. Feel free to experiment with different bread/ toast toppings (peanut butter, kaya, Nutella, jam, honey, marmalade, vegemite, avocado, etc) for a variety of colours, as well as different pieces of fruit and vegetables. Just a simple smiley face will do and your kids will probably happily gobble it all up :)

INGREDIENTS:

Bread or Toast
Fruit
Vegetables
Breakfast Spread

WHAT TO DO:

a) Use a cookie cutter to cut out the shape of your food art base (for example, circle for a face).

b) Spread on any breakfast spread of your choice.

c) Cut out shapes out of fruit or vegetables and use to garnish/ decorate your base.

d) Present your work of art for your child to ooh and aah.

SERVES: 1 Momma or 1 Tot

8. OVERNIGHT OATMEAL CHIA SEED PUDDING

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As I mentioned before, chia seeds are a super food, and not only are they rich in omega 3, calcium, protein, iron, magnesium and anti-oxidants amongst other things, but they can be added to lots of different recipes without altering the taste. These humble looking little seeds will absorb any liquid they're mixed in and will swell up 2 ~ 3x their size and become fun little squishy pops in your drinks of puddings. Pair this with some rolled oats and you have a power couple right there. This is an overnight pudding recipe, which means that you have to prepare it the night before and leave it in the fridge, so you can just grab it in the morning, but to put it together takes up less than 10 minutes of your time.

INGREDIENTS:

1 tbs of Chia Seeds
 1/2 Cup of Milk (can be cow's milk, soy milk, almond milk, etc)

 1 tbs of Rolled Oats
1 tsp of Honey (or to taste)
Mixed Berries

Chocolate Chips (optional)

WHAT TO DO:

a) In a small glass jar, spoon in the rolled oats.

b) Add the chia seeds.

c) Pour in the milk.

d) Add the honey and mix will.

e) Sprinkle in some mixed berries or chocolate chips for a sinful treat.

f) Mix well or close lid and shake jar.

g) Leave in the fridge overnight.

h) Eat it nice and cold the next day straight from the jar.

SERVES: 1 Momma or 2 Toddlers

9. ABC SMOOTHIE

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ABC, it's easy as 1-2-3! This simple but deliciously creamy smoothie is actually really good for you. A is for Avocado, B is for Banana and C is for Chocolate. Yeah, I came up with that name all by myself, so creative right? LOL! You have to put in minimal effort to cut up the fruits and then toss everything into a blender and press a button. How much easier can it get?

INGREDIENTS:

3 ~ 6 Over-ripe Banana (depending on how banana-y and sweet you like it)
3 tsp Cocoa Powder
1 Cup of Milk (Cow, Goat, Coconut, Almond, Soy - up to you!)
1 Ripe Avocado
Dash of Cinnamon Powder (optional)

WHAT TO DO:

a) Slice up the bananas and put in blender.

b) Scoop out avocado flesh and put in blender.

c) Pour milk in blender.

d) Add cocoa powder in blender.

e) Add a dash of cinnamon powder if you like.

f) Blend the living daylights out of your mix.

g) Pour into tall glass, add straw and any other toppings of your choice.

h) Drink up and don't even strain yourself to chew anything.

*TIP: If you like your smoothies to be cold, then I suggest you peel, slice and freeze your bananas overnight, then blend them up the next day when they're still frozen. This is better than blending in some ice.

SERVES: 2 Mommas or 3 Tots

10. NON-FUSS SAVOURY TOAST

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My Mom used to make us those super tasty prawn toasts growing up, and the Asian side of me actually doesn't mind eating it in the morning. But honestly, who wants to be shelling and mincing up prawns at the crack of dawn, right? (No, seriously, shut up). So here is my own insanely simplified version of savoury toast you can do with your eyes still half-closed.

INGREDIENTS:

1 Egg
3 Pieces of Bread
Five-Spice Powder
Cooking Oil

Chilli Sauce or Ketchup (optional)

WHAT TO DO:

a) In a bowl, whisk up the egg.

b) Add in a small dash of the five-spice powder and mix well.

c) Heat up some cooking oil in a pan.

d) Dip each piece of bread into the eggy mixture until well coated.

e) Fry the eggy bread in the pan until crispy.

f) Cut each fried bread into 4 small squares or triangles.

g) Dip in the chilli sauce or ketchup, whichever you prefer.

SERVES: 1 Momma & 1 Tot

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But seriously though, you should also buy a big box of relatively healthy cereal, some good full cream milk, fresh berries and pour your child a bowl of cereal with fruit on those days that you seriously, honestly, just can not function. Don't feel guilty about it. At least you're trying to feed you child something of nutritional value. We all deserve a break sometimes! ;)

FUN QUIZ: Which Type of Mommy Are You?

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I remember coming up with short quizzes like this back in highschool (because I clearly wasn't paying enough attention in class, haha!) and my friends would fill them out for fun (and because they were obviously not digging the classes either). So fast forward to a decade later and here I am again, coming up with a silly little quiz all in the name of fun. Just go through the questions below, remember your answers (or write them down somewhere) and check out the answers at the end to determine your type! Remember though, this is all in the name of fun and I am not a certified psychologist by any means ;)

QUIZ: WHICH TYPE OF MOMMA ARE YOU?

Q1
At the playground, your toddler is playing in the sandpit and you suddenly spot them putting some sand into their mouth and eating it! How do you react to this?

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A) You quickly clear as much sand out of their mouth as you can, then wipe their face and hands with antibacterial wet-wipes. Then you sit closely by them and help them build sandcastles, not chow down on "sandwiches"!

B) You just laugh it off. It's ok, a little bit of sand won't hurt them. But you keep a closer eye on them so they won't help themselves to another serving!

C) You explain that eating sand might make them feel ill and remind them that sand is for playing and not for eating.

D) You post a question on an online forum to ask the other Mommies for their opinion about what you should do next and whether your tot will be alright.

E) You are glad that there wasn't any cat poop in the sand and hope that your little one won't get sick after this unexpected snack.

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Q2
Whilst on a long flight going for your family holiday, your child starts to get restless and won't sit still. How do you handle this?

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A) Whip out your pre-packed bag of quiet activities for them to occupy themselves, and ask the flight attendant for any free kids toys.

B) Sing some songs with them and then flip through the in-flight magazine, pointing out the colourful pictures. 

C) Give them an assortment of organic snacks you have in your bag and distract them by showing them the funny cloud formations outside the window.

D) Turn on their favourite educational cartoon on their iPad to keep them happy, and hopefully you can also get a quick shut-eye.

E) Try to get your child to have a nap, and feel grateful that there has been no turbulence so far.

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Q3
Your child is complaining of a tummy ache one night after dinner. What do you do?

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A) Noticed that they were not really eating well at dinnertime, so suspect that it could be due to something else they ate earlier on in the day.

B) Give them a warm bath and let them go to bed early. They should be ok in the morning.

C) Make them drink some peppermint tea to help naturally ease their tummy ache.

D) Google their symptoms to see what exactly could be the cause and whether or not you should bring them to see the Doctor immediately.

E) Rub some soothing essential oils on their tummy area and pray they get well soon.

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Q4
Your little one's birthday is coming up! How will you celebrate it?

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A) A fun-filled themed party after careful observation as to what are your child's favourite characters, colours, activities and food. You will be sure to invite all their friends!

B) You're not sure yet. You'll think about it more when it's a little closer to the date. It'll still be a very special day anyway no matter what you decide do or who you celebrate it with.

C) A lovely little party with handmade decorations and a home-cooked buffet spread (mostly inspired by Pinterest!), at your house or the park with a nice outdoor playground.

D) Whatever is the most popular place to hold children's parties this year - it could be an indoor playground, a family-friendly restaurant or a specialised activities studio. Less hassle on your part, but still lots of fun for the little guests!

E) An intimate family gathering with a delectable feast and a few activities to occupy the children, after which you will make a heartfelt speech thanking everyone for attending and express your gratitude for your child's health thus far.

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Q5
You are picking out a new preschool for your child. What will seal the deal for you?

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A) The teacher-student ratio, the safety precautions in the school, the overall standard of hygiene and the general layout of the classrooms.

B) Whether the fees are reasonable, if the location of the school is easily accessible, the quality of the overall curriculum.

C) The various activities offered, whether it is a more play-based approach, if the meals provided are organic and allergy-friendly.

D) Hearing positive feedback from other people you know, reading positive reviews online, whether the teachers regularly update you with your child's weekly progress and how well-maintained the whole school is.

E) If you have a good vibe from the teachers, generally get a positive feeling when you visit the school, and you notice how happy the other current students are.

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Q6
Your kid asks if they could have a pet. What do you feel about this?

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A) You're not sure if they are old enough to be responsible for a pet, so you talk them through all the special duties they would have to be in charge of and make a deal with that if they behave well and show their maturity, you will consider this request.

B) You go out and get them a goldfish and tell them that they have to make sure to feed it every single day, as well as help you change the water every once in a while.

C) You bring them to an animal shelter to adopt a furry friend and remind them that a pet is for life and they have to promise to be responsible for this new addition to the family.

D) You buy them a realistic-looking electronic toy pet instead - no stinky litter trays, no tiring walks, no little accidents on the carpet, no extra mouth to feed, no expensive vet visits, and no sad funerals to think of!

E) You bring your child to borrow a bunch of books from the library about different kinds of pets, their needs and wants, and tell them the great responsibilities of being a pet-owner, before letting them decide once again if they still really want one.

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Q7
While trying to pour themselves a cup of juice, your child accidentally spills it all over the kitchen floor. What is your reaction to this?

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A) You already reminded them that if they made a mess then they would have to clean it up. But you help them and then give them a juice-box instead.

B) You pour them another cup of juice, tell them to go drink it in the living room, and then wipe up the juice puddle with some paper towels.

C) You ask them to help you clean up the spilled juice with a kitchen towel, and then talk them through how to pour themselves another cup without spilling it this time.

D) You tell them it's ok, it was a good try, but they should be more careful the next time. Then you help them pour a new cup of juice.

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Q8
You are just not in the mood to cook today, but it's almost lunchtime. What will you feed your child?

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A) You already have some lovely home-cooked frozen meals especially for days like these, so just pick one out of the freezer to heat up in time for lunch.

B) There are plenty of yummy leftovers in the fridge from last night's dinner and will still taste good today. No big deal.

C) You pick an easy recipe from your cookbook and get your child to help prepare a quick but delicious meal which requires only a few ingredients and minimal effort.    

D) You call for a hot and tasty meal to be delivered to your house within the hour.

E) You muster up the strength to cook a very simple but nutritious and hearty pot of chicken and vegetable soup.

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Q9
Someone gives you unwanted advice about your parenting technique. How do you feel about this?

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A) You listen to them for a while, and then politely but firmly explain why you do the things you do and remind them what works for you may not work for others, and only you would know your own child well.

B) Shrug it off. Everyone has their own beliefs and methods. They probably don't mean any harm and just wanted to give some advice. But to each their own, right?

C) Tell them why you subscribe to this method, give them more details about the pros, and highlight the fact that this is has been going well for you and your child thus far.

D) Start a friendly discussion about the different parenting techniques out there, then conclude it by saying that you're just doing whatever feels right for you, your child and your current situation.

E) Just smile and thank them for express their concerns, but reassure them you know what's best for your child and so far things have being going well, and if you need any more advice from them in future, you will be sure to ask.

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Q10
There is a power black-out in your whole neighbourhood and your house is also affected. What do you do in this situation?

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A) You have prepared a box of quiet activities for such emergencies to keep your little one happy and occupied including little flashlights to make the dark less scary, then go to your fuse box to see if you can fix the problem yourself.

B) You open all the windows to let some air in and just wait it out with your child right by your side, and sing them a lullaby to get them to go back to sleep.

C) You explain your child what exactly is happening and how you can still survive without electricity, then put up a tent indoors and pretend that you are all camping.

D) You call the power company up on your phone to see what the problem is and to ask how long it will take until everything is back to normal.

E) You wander outside to ask your neighbours if they know what the cause is, then go back inside and tell your child a few nice stories to soothe them until the power is back up again.

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RESULTS

MOSTLY A's:
 ALL-SEEING MUMMY

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You are quite the knowledgeable one and stand firm with your own beliefs. You are very intuitive to your child's wants and needs and know exactly what to do at all times. You have good foresight and are always prepared for anything! You most likely have a well-stocked diaper bag filled to the brim with essential supplies, various toys, an assortment of snacks and a long list of emergency numbers. You know how to take charge, are a strong woman and have a thirst for knowledge.


MOSTLY B's:

CHILLAX MOM

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Nothing really fazes you and you just don't let anything get to you. You are calm, collected and certainly will not break under pressure. You know what you're doing and just go with the flow most of the time. You try not to get so worked up or stressed out over things you can't control and will even let your child take the lead while you are there to guide them along the way. You are pleasant to be around and easy to talk to. Your motto is probably, "No worries, be happy!".

MOSTLY C's:

GREEN MOMMA

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You prefer organic food and natural products as you feel it is better for your family. You are a sensitive soul and responsive to your children's needs. You are very kind, patient and understanding. You also take the holistic approach, are naturally gentle and nurturing by nature. You strongly feel that kids should just be kids and don't want them to grow up too soon, but at the same time you encourage their independence and give them lots of freedom.

MOSTLY D's:

MODERN MUM

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You are up to date with all the current trends and latest gadgets. You feel that the children of today's generation should embrace technology because that is the way of the future. You are ambitious, determined, and would gladly spend every single penny on your child just to make them happy. You want your child to succeed and will push them to be the best that they can be.

MOSTLY E's:

SPIRITUAL MOTHER

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You have traditional values and love to impart your wisdom to your children. You have a wonderful positive attitude and always know how to look on the bright side of things. You are also a very grateful person and thankful for each passing day. You see your children as a blessing and vow to teach them to be kind and generous to all those around them, and that they may grow up to be caring, compassionate and respectful adults.