Easy Toddler Breakfast Ideas for One Year Olds

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Finding healthy and easy toddler breakfast ideas for your one-year-old doesn't have to be hard, and it doesn’t have to lead to highly-processed breakfast items you won’t feel good about serving your little one. As a mom of 5 kids ages 8 and under, I’ve spent many years coming up with ideas for quick, easy, and healthy meals for my toddlers—that they’ll actually eat! I also like to introduce a variety of texturs and flavors (bonus for extra vegetables!) starting at a young age to prevent picky eating later on.

This article offers 40 simple, nutritious breakfast options to help you start your little one’s day on the right foot. From finger foods to spoon-friendly bowls, there’s something here for every tiny palate.

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What Are Toddler Breakfast Ideas for One Year Old?

1. Mini Pancake Stacks with Fruit

Mini pancakes are just the right size for toddlers. Top with blueberries, strawberries, or bananas to add natural sweetness and a dose of vitamins. I recommend skipping the syrup as the sweetness of the berries and pancakes are plenty for a one year old. Personally, I like to use Kodiac Power Cakes mix, which has more protein and fiber than most pancake mixes available in stores.

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2. Yogurt Parfait with Granola

Layer yogurt, soft granola, and fresh fruit in a bowl for a colorful breakfast that’s as fun to eat as it is healthy. I typically use whole fat greek yogurt for this to make it a complete meal with high protein and great nutrition for my toddler. I always top this with my very favorite organic, gluten free, angient grain granola from Purely Elizabeth.

3. Fruit and Cheese Skewers

This is a great one to meal prep ahead of time! Thread chunks of soft fruit and cheese onto toddler-safe skewers or toothpicks and store in your fridge. This makes a fun, easy-to-grab breakfast option for busy mornings and can also double as a healthy snack. Just make sure that any fruit and cheese is cut properly to avoid choking hazards.

4. Avocado Toast with Egg

Spread mashed avocado on whole-grain toast and top with a soft-cooked egg for a breakfast packed with healthy fats and protein. The multiple different textures in this meal are also great for little ones.

5. Oatmeal with Cinnamon and Banana

Mix warm oatmeal with mashed or sliced bananas and sprinkle with a touch of cinnamon for a comforting and nutritious meal. You can also mix in apple sauce or mashedup blueberries if you don’t have bananas on hand.

6. Scrambled Eggs with Spinach

Add finely chopped spinach to scrambled eggs for a quick, protein-rich breakfast that’s easy to eat and nutrient-packed.

7. Smoothie Bowl with Toppings

Blend fruits like bananas, mangoes, and berries with yogurt to create a thick smoothie bowl. Add soft toppings like sliced fruit or crushed cereal. I also like to add some hidden greens such as spinach or kale into the smoothie for added nutrition. I swear by this Magic Bullet blender that is inexpensive and absolutely perfect for making toddler (or adult!) smoothies.

8. Nut Butter Banana Wrap

Spread almond or peanut butter on a soft tortilla, add a banana, and roll it up for a mess-free, satisfying breakfast. One year olds will enjoy holding this in their hand and feeding themselves.

9. Cottage Cheese with Peaches

Top cottage cheese with soft peach slices or puree for a creamy and sweet start to the day. I typically opt for whole fat cottage cheese to make this a complete meal with adequate protein, fats, and carbohydrates.

10. Sweet Potato Muffins

Bake a batch of sweet potato muffins ahead of time for a grab-and-go breakfast filled with vitamins and fiber. The natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes allow you to skip or reduce extra added sugar so that you can feel great about this being a nutritous meal.

11. Quinoa Porridge with Berries

Cook quinoa with milk or water and top with fresh or defrosted berries for a unique and nutrient-dense breakfast. I like to cook quinoa ahead of time and have some on hand for the week to make this meal even quicker.

12. Rice Cakes with Hummus and Veggies

Spread hummus on plain rice cakes and add tiny pieces of soft veggies like cucumber or bell pepper. This is a texture-rich breakfast that makes for great finger foods.

13. Egg and Veggie Mini Frittatas

Make mini frittatas with eggs and diced vegetables. They’re great for breakfast or a mid-morning snack. This is another one that is great to meal prep ahead of time for a quick and easy morning.

14. Berry Chia Seed Pudding

Soak chia seeds overnight in milk or yogurt and mix with mashed berries for a creamy, nutrient-packed pudding. This superfood is a great one to add to your toddler’s diet due to its many nutritional benefits and unique texture.

15. Cereal with Milk and Berries

Choose a low-sugar cereal and serve with milk and soft berries for a quick, toddler-friendly meal. This meal is a great one to help your toddler learn how to use their spoon. To avoid excess mess and spills, I recommend using a small amount of cereal and milk to start and then adding more to the bowl if needed.

16. Whole-Grain Waffles with Applesauce

Toast a whole-grain waffle and serve with unsweetened applesauce for dipping.

17. Banana Oat Cookies

This isn’t your grandma’s cookie! Bake simple, healthy breakfast cookies with mashed bananas, oats, and a sprinkle of cinnamon for a wholesome breakfast treat. This makes for a great finger food for your toddler with very little mess.

18. Scrambled Tofu with Vegetables

Crumble firm tofu and sauté with tiny pieces of vegetables for a plant-based, protein-rich option. Tofu is another great food to introduce to your toddler as they explore different textures and tastes from a young age.

19. Mashed Avocado with Toast Fingers

Spread avocado on toast and cut into 3-4 thin strips for easy toddler handling.

20. Applesauce Pancakes

Mix applesauce into pancake batter for a fruity twist on a classic breakfast. I also often use mashed banana or mashed blueberries when I don’t have applesauce on hand.

21. Baked Apple Slices with Cinnamon

Bake thin apple slices with a sprinkle of cinnamon for a warm, soft breakfast side. I recommend adding a scrambled or hard-boiled egg to your one year old’s plate to make this a more complete meal.

22. Hard-Boiled Egg and Fruit

Slice a soft-boiled or hard-boiled egg and pair with a few pieces of diced fruit for a balanced meal. I like to hard-boil eggs at the beginning of each week to have on hand to avoid time-consuming breakfast preparation throughout the week. These store very nicely in the fridge to make mornings or snack time easier.

23. Veggie-Stuffed Breakfast Quesadilla

Fill a small tortilla with scrambled eggs, grated cheese, and finely chopped vegetables, then cut into wedges. You can add some ground breakfast sausage if you would like to add some meat. This is a great finger food for your toddler to practice their motor skills.

24. Mashed Sweet Potato with Yogurt

Mix mashed sweet potato with plain yogurt for a creamy, nutrient-rich dish. Preparing sweet potatoes in the microwave is extremely quick if you don’t have the time to bake it in the oven.

25. Spinach and Cheese Roll-Ups

Spread cream cheese and finely chopped spinach on a tortilla, then roll and slice into toddler-sized pieces. For added protein and fat, you can add some thin sliced meat such as ham, turkey, or chicken.

26. Mashed Banana on Whole-Grain Toast

Spread mashed banana on toast for a simple, sweet breakfast option. I would recommend pairing this with a side of greek yogurt, cottage cheese, or a hard-boiled egg to make it a more nutritous meal.

27. Blueberry Muffins

Bake soft muffins with fresh or frozen blueberries for a fruity, portable breakfast. For my toddlers, I typically leave out a lot of the added sugar and let the natural sweetness from the fruit be the star of the show (along with a small amount of honey or agave). I use Kodiac Power Cakes mix as the base for my blueberry muffins for an extra punch of protein and fiber. Best of all, there is a great blueberry muffin recipe on the back of the box!

28. Rice Pudding with Milk

Cook rice with milk and a touch of cinnamon for a warm, satisfying bowl. For an even more nutrious meal with a similar texture, use steel cut oats instead of rice. This is a great meal to serve your toddler with a spoon to get them learning how to feed themselves.

29. Zucchini Bread

Serve a slice of soft zucchini bread, which can be made with less sugar for toddlers. This is another great one to meal prep ahead of time and have on hand to make meals easier throughout the week. I would recommend pairing this with a food that is high in protein such as cottage cheese, greek yogurt, or eggs.

30. Carrot and Apple Mini Muffins

Bake muffins with grated carrot and apple for a naturally sweet breakfast option. I love any food option that can mix in both fruit and vegetables, and this is a great one. You can meal prep these ahead of time for easier mornings. I would recommend pairing this with a high-protein option to make it a complete meal.

31. Pear and Oat Porridge

Simmer oats with finely diced or pureed pear for a naturally sweetened breakfast bowl.

32. Soft Cheese Spread on Crackers

Toddlers love crackers! Spread cream cheese, cottage cheese, or ricotta on whole-grain crackers for a quick and easy meal.

33. Eggy Bread (French Toast)

Frech toast will forever be known as “eggy bread” in my house! Dip whole-grain bread in a beaten egg mixture and cook until soft for a toddler-friendly version of French toast. I like to cut these into strips that are easy for toddler hands to handle, and I always skip the syrup.

34. Millet Porridge with Honey

Cook millet until soft and drizzle with a touch of honey for sweetness (for toddlers over one year old). This is another unique toddler breakfast idea that introduces new tastes and textures to your little one.

35. Plain Yogurt with Steamed Fruit

Add steamed apple or pear chunks to plain yogurt for a soft and delicious breakfast.

36. Vegetable Pancakes

Who says you can’t mix vegetables into pancakes? Blend grated carrots, zucchini, and potatoes into pancake batter for a savory twist. This is a great way to encourage your toddlers who may be picky eaters to eat more vegetables. Again, I recommend using my very favorite Kodiack Power Cakes mix for these pancakes to get extra protein and fiber.

37. Chicken and Cheese Breakfast Roll

Roll shredded chicken and cheese in a small tortilla for a protein-packed start to the day. I would serve this with a side of cut up fruit such as bananas or blueberries.

38. Pumpkin Puree with Oats

Combine cooked pumpkin puree with oats and a touch of cinnamon for a fall-inspired breakfast.

39. Mashed Lentils with Toast STrips

Serve soft mashed lentils with strips of toast for dipping. Lentils are a great food to introduce to your toddlers at an early age!

40. Greek Yogurt with Soft Granola

Mix greek yogurt with toddler-friendly granola and a dollop of mashed fruit such as bananas, blueberries or pears for added flavor. Greek yogurt is a star due to its high protein content. I typically purchase whole milk yogurt for my toddlers.

Final THoughts

Breakfast sets the tone for the day, and these 40 toddler-friendly ideas make it easy to serve something healthy and delicious. Focus on a mix of textures, flavors, and nutrients to keep your one-year-old engaged and satisfied. You can mix and match these options for variety, and many of them work as snacks or even lunch options.