20 Kid-Approved, Grab-and-Go, Low Carb Breakfast Ideas (2024)

Published: Aug 1, 2019 ·Updated: Dec 27, 2019 by Sabra · Leave a Comment

Breakfast is often the most chaotic part of the day for families with school-age children. It can be super tempting to resort to sugary, prepackaged breakfast options. But, with a little bit of planning, you can avoid the sugar and send your family off with their bellies full of food that will give them energy without the dreaded sugar crash!

20 Kid-Approved, Grab-and-Go, Low Carb Breakfast Ideas (1)

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Keto McGriddle Sandwiches

These Keto McGriddle Sandwiches are an entire breakfast all rolled up into one sandwich. They can be prepped ahead of time and stored in the fridge or freezer for a quick breakfast that anyone would love!

Keto French Toast Egg Puffs

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The flavor of french toast in muffin form. Need I say more?

Low Carb Sausage Pancake Muffins

These sausage pancake muffins are a meal prep staple! you won't believe how easy they are to make and they can be stored in the fridge or freezer, then heated up in the morning for a quick (and portable) breakfast.

Catalina Crunch

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Catalina Crunch is my kids' FAVORITE low carb cereal. The taste and texture are so good that they don't realize they aren't eating traditional cereal. I serve it with half & half or even heavy cream to give my kids a healthy dose of fat to keep them full until lunch.

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Raspberry Almond Chia Pudding | Keto, Vegan

This delicious chia pudding can be prepped in a matter of minutes up to FIVE days in advance. So a quick and yummy breakfast is always ready.

Ketologie

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Chocolate milkshake for breakfast? Umm Yes, please!

Sure these shakes have perfect keto macros, but the real story here is the taste which is amazing! Ketologie also comes in vanilla and strawberry flavor varieties, but we highly recommend chocolate!

Almond Butter Mug Cake

One of the early recipe here at This Mom's Menu, this almond butter mug cake is a great dessert or breakfast option. Top it with fresh whipped cream or enjoy it as is!

Chewy Keto Bagels

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These bagels are low carb, nut-free, and take only 5 ingredients to make. Easy and delicious, they will take your healthy breakfast to a whole new level.

Easy Make Ahead Breakfast Scrambles Four Ways

Completely customizable and easy to prep ahead, these egg scrambles only require a few minutes in the microwave before they are ready to eat.

Orange Cherry Muffins | Low Carb, Gluten Free

These muffins have a uniquely delicious flavor that is sure to wake you up! They are also made with protein powder so they are also very filling.

Nush Foods

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These little cakes from Nush are reminiscent of traditional muffins with flavors like blueberry, cherry almond, carrot spice, and banana nut. They are great to have on hand for those days when there really is ZERO time. My favorite flavor is cherry almond, while my kids love blueberry. I like to top them with some softened butter or peanut butter to really put them over the top.

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Cinnamon Roll Fat Bombs Recipe

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Fat bombs are a great way to deliver a lot of energy without a big meal. Two of my kids aren't big breakfast eaters, but if they skip it then they are "starving to death" by lunchtime. These cinnamon roll fat bombs keep them from perishing but don't leave them feeling icky.

Two Good™ Greek Lowfat Yogurt

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Two Good yogurts are one of the first low carb yogurt options to hit the grocery shelves in mass. Top it with nuts, shredded coconut, hemp hearts or nothing at all.

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Easy Low Carb Keto Oatmeal Recipe - 5 Ingredients

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There is nothing more comforting than a warm bowl of oatmeal on a cold morning. Unfortunately traditional oatmeal is far from low carb and the flavored varieties are packed with sugar. This recipe features four flavors, so there will be something for everyone. Mix up the dry ingredients in advance so the morning of they can cook easily in the microwave.

Keto Blueberry Cheesecake Smoothie

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If your missing your fruit smoothies fear not! This blueberry cheesecake smoothie is exactly what you have been looking for. It's great for breakfast and you can even toss in a handful of spinach to increase your veggie intake.

Blueberry Muffin Mix

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If you are new to keto baking or just baking in general, then this keto-friendly blueberry muffin mix is about to be your new BFF!

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Low Carb Bacon Egg and Cheese Muffins

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Anyone who is anyone knows that there is no greater combination than bacon, egg, and cheese and lucky for us these easy to prep muffins have all three!

Protein Bars

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There is a protein bar out there to suit just about any fancy. These Raw Rev Glo peanut butter bars are my personal favorite, but I've linked to some other great options below. Click the "Read More" button to check them out on Amazon.

Low Carb Breakfast Casserole

This is a recipe that I make every Christmas morning. After sharing the recipe here on This Mom's Menu, many readers have said that it's now their go-to breakfast meal prep. It reheats really well and it's easy to adjust the recipe to suit any family size.

Breakfast Burritos

Breakfast burritos are so easy they don't really need their own recipe post. Simply fill a low carb tortilla with the scrambled eggs, meat, cheese, and veggies of your choice. Wrap them in a paper towel and foil then pop them in the freezer. When you are ready to eat them, simply remove the foil and heat them for about 1.5 or 2 minutes and enjoy!