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Mornings can be pretty hectic for moms. There is limited time to accomplish so much, and hence, the food choices can be minimal, especially with no prior preps. With a lot happening around during the early morning hours, it’s no surprise that moms can often skip breakfast.
To help you worry less about mornings and take care of your health and the family’s, we show you how to make breakfast ahead of time. You’ll not only feel fuller but also have more time to engage with your loved ones. The following easy breakfast hacks for busy moms are a lifesaver. Read on to know more.
1. Freeze Bread To Prevent Them From Spoiling
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Your breakfast game can turn around just with this simple hack. Bread is easy to toast and serve in the mornings. If you love bread (or anyone in the family does), but you’ve stopped buying them because the loaf goes bad in a day or two, this should help. You can freeze the half that you don’t finish by wrapping it in a plastic or ziplock bag and keeping it in the freezer. Your bread should last you longer, and you can toast the frozen slices at ease without worrying about wastage. Now, enjoy your favorite toast every day!
2. Make Leftover Dishes Edible With Eggs
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If you’ve got leftover food from last night, you don’t know how to turn it into a tasty breakfast dish; this trick is for you. Simply plop one or two fried eggs over last night’s pasta, rice, or salad. You can also do scrambled eggs or poached as these go very well with just about any dish. Eggs are packed with nutrients, and they fill you up, making them fantastic breakfast options. So, instead of making an entire meal in busy mornings, your family can enjoy this option.
3. Try Overnight Oats
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There are so many ways to make oats because it’s so versatile. You can save plenty of time if you stick to making overnight oats. A few simple steps to follow that involve no cooking, and you’re ready with the perfect serving by the morning. Mix half a cup of milk with one-fourth cup of oats, one-fourth cup of Greek yogurt, one teaspoon of ground cinnamon, one tablespoon of chia seeds, and a teaspoon of honey in a spill-proof mason jar. Cover and shake them. Let them soak overnight. In the morning, just throw in some fresh fruits of your choice. You can also carry them with you to work. Isn’t this simply amazing?
4. Keep The Pancake Batter In A Squeeze Bottle
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Pancakes can be messy to make, given the runny texture of the batter. To make your mornings stress-free, you can transfer pre-made pancake batter into a squeeze bottle, the kind that packs sauces like ketchup or mustard. You’ll be in better control since you can squeeze out the exact amount that you need without the fear of spillovers. And, you’ll make professional pancakes every single time. Guaranteed!
5. Make Perfectly Round Eggs With Jar Lids
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Did you know that jar lids can be a great hack for making round eggs? If you’ve always wanted to make eggs that fit a sandwich perfectly, you can use mason jar lids for the job. In a bowl, whisk the eggs perfectly and keep the insides of the lids greased with your choice of oil or butter. Place the rings on a griddle or pan and pour the egg mixture to the top into the rings. You can remove those lids and flip the eggs when the bottom has set. These eggs will now perfectly set into your breakfast sandwich without much hassle.
6. Blend Coffee And Yogurt To Enjoy Them Together
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If you’re a fan of coffee and yogurt, you’ll love this hack. Coffee gets you going throughout the day and yogurt packs in excellent nutritional properties. To enjoy them simultaneously, add your morning coffee and yogurt together into a smoothie or any other breakfast beverage. You can also throw in a handful of oats, chia or flax seeds, and nuts to make this drink more satisfying. It’s tasty and keeps you fuller for longer.
Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day. And unless you hate starting your day with breakfast, it’s good never to skip it. Skipping breakfast with the stress around during the early morning hours can be a regretful decision as your family gets started for the day ahead. No matter how hard-pressed you are for breakfast, try and grab a fruit or a granola bar instead. These hacks we’ve mentioned above are not just clever; they are also doable. Do you have other breakfast hacks for moms? Do share your thoughts with us in the comments section below.
