Every single morning, I drive my teenage daughter to school in the wee hours of the morning. As most sleepy teens do, she loves to wake up just minutes before we have to run out the door. Over the last couple of years, I’ve perfected our breakfast in the car routine with a list of easy to grab breakfasts that won’t slow us down as we head out the door. If you’re planning a family vacation that requires an early start, you could package up several servings of these easy breakfasts. And for those of you who have a daily morning commute like we do, they obviously work great for eating on the way to school or work! You could pair them with your favorite toast or a baggie of raw veggies. I especially love cherry tomatoes. Grab a banana or a baggie of fresh strawberries or even a yogurt pouch for sipping along with your granola. To add a little protein, chopped walnuts or pecans in the mix would be especially tasty. I love the mix of dried fruits and cereals for custom trail mix blends each family member will love. Load them with chopped pecans and butterscotch chips if you want something a little more sweet. As much as we love to dine out for our trip, often breakfast, lunch, or snacks, is a place I’m willing to put in the work to bring something from home. Here are a few of my favorite ideas:
