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StoryAugust 21, 2023

5 Back to School Breakfast & Snack Recipes Ideas the Kids Will Love

Fruity PEBBLES banana belgian waffles recipe

As students, parents and teachers prepare for another school year, you can look to Post® cereals for inspiration and enjoy new recipes any time of day. Whether you’re looking for a new breakfast idea, an on-the-go snack for those busy days, or an after-dinner treat, Post cereal has you covered with creative back-to-school recipes.

1. Crunchy Whole Wheat French Toast

Whole wheat french toast Great Grains recipe

Start your day with this French toast recipe featuring our Great Grains® cereal, made with our wholesome trio of ingredients.​ With just six ingredients needed and ready in under 20 minutes, you can top this recipe with your favorite fruit or maple syrup to make it irresistible to the kiddos in your life. Check out the recipe.

2. Cranberry Orange Muffins

Cranberry orange muffins recipe

It’s tough to beat the tasty combination of cranberry and orange. But with the addition of some Honey Bunches of Oats® cereal, this recipe may be your new favorite way to enjoy the flavor. Perfect for those busy mornings, you can make these muffins ahead of time and enjoy them at the breakfast table or on-the-go. Get the recipe here.

3. Fruity PEBBLES Banana Belgian Waffles

Fruity PEBBLES banana belgian waffles recipe

If you didn’t think Belgian waffles could get any better, try Fruity PEBBLES™ Banana Belgian Waffles. The beloved fruity flavor perfectly ironed into these waffles makes for a fun and colorful twist on a breakfast table staple. Ready in under 10 minutes, this breakfast option will easily earn a spot on the top of your kids’ favorite list. Give the recipe a try.

4. Chocolate Popcorn Trail Mix

Shredded Wheat popcorn trail mix recipe

Need a quick snack idea for when the kids are winding down at home after a day of learning and playing? Try this Chocolate Popcorn Trail Mix. It is the perfect combination of sweet-and-salty. Featuring Post Original Shredded Wheat Spoon Size cereal, this recipe only needs three other ingredients and is ready in just five minutes. Get the recipe, here.

5. Berry Colossal Crunch Cereal Crispies

Malt-O-Meal Berry Colossal Crunch® Crispies recipe

Whether the kids prefer to enjoy this as an on-the-go snack or after-dinner treat, these Malt-O-Meal® Berry Colossal Crunch® cereal crispies are crunchy, fruity and of course marshmallow-y​. Calling for just three ingredients and prepped in five minutes, the whole family will ask for this treat again and again. Check out the recipe.

Whether you’re looking for a new breakfast recipe, a simple snack or quick treat, your kids will approve of these five recipes using Post cereals. Give them a try and discover additional recipes featuring your favorite Post cereals.

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