Back to School Recipes
That’s exactly why I put together this collection of my favorite back-to-school recipes. Whether you’re looking for quick breakfasts, easy lunches, simple snacks, or family-friendly dinners, you’ll find recipes that are practical, delicious, and made with real life in mind.
Many of these recipes can be prepped ahead, frozen for later, or made with simple ingredients you probably already have on hand. My goal is to help make your school year feel just a little less hectic so you can spend more time making memories and less time wondering what’s for dinner.
I hope these recipes become favorites in your home and help make this school year your easiest (and tastiest!) one yet.
Breakfasts
Breakfast Roll Ups
Skip to recipe These Breakfast Roll-Ups are the perfect combination of hearty, flavorful, and easy-to-make—ideal for busy mornings or weekend brunch gatherings. Packed with fluffy scrambled eggs, savory breakfast sausage, vibrant red bell peppers, earthy mushrooms,...
McGriddle Copy Cat Muffins
Skip to recipe McGriddle Copy Cat Muffins Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups of any complete Pancake mix that just requires water (I used Kodiak for extra protein!) 1 1/3 cups of water 1 lb turkey sausage 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 4 eggs, beaten. 1/2 cup maple syrup 1/2...
Brain Boosting Yogurt Parfaits
Skip to recipe Not only are these delish and easy, they are loaded with incredible nutrients to help your brain and your kiddos brain start firing for the day! Blueberries can help improve brain function within hours of consumption, walnuts are the top nut for brain...
Lunches
Lunches to Get You Through the School Year
There's something about the stretch after spring break that feels extra long, isn't there? Energy is lower, schedules are packed, and honestly - just getting everyone out the door in the morning can feel like an Olympic event. Packing lunches somehow feels even harder...
Pizza Roll Ups
Skip to recipe These are a MUST MAKE!! So simple, so delish and you and your kids are going to love them!!! Pizza Roll Ups Ingredients: 8 8-inch tortillas (I used the sundried tomato and basil) 8 mozzarella string cheeses (I do reduced fat) Turkey pepperonis (I do...
Chicken and Bean Burrito
Skip to recipe Chicken and Bean Burrito Ingredients: 16 ounce can refried beans , pinto or black 2 cups chopped rotisserie chicken 1 bell pepper of choice finely chopped ½ cup salsa 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1 cup...
Snacks
After School Banana Bread
Articles contain affiliate links. For more information on affiliate links, click here. Skip to recipe There’s nothing better than coming home from school to the smell of fresh banana bread baking in the oven. This recipe is naturally sweetened, soft and moist on the...
8 Different Snackle Ideas
With spring activities in full swing, finding quick, easy, and nutritious snacks for the kids can feel like a daunting task - especially when you’re a busy mom juggling practices, games, and on-the-go evenings. That’s why I put together 8 simple “snackle” ideas that...
Peanut Butter Cheerio Bars
Skip to recipe These no-bake Honey Nut Cheerio Bars are a fun and easy treat the whole family will love! With just a handful of simple ingredients—like peanut butter, honey, and cereal—they come together in minutes and offer the perfect balance of chewy, crunchy, and...
School Night Dinners
Sheet Pan Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken Nuggets
Skip to recipe Sheet Pan Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken Nuggets Ingredients: 1.5 lbs chicken breast tenderloins 4 cups cornflakes, crushed (you can use a ziplock bag and mallet or food processor) 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese 1 tsp paprika 1/2 tsp onion powder 1/2 tsp...
Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Nachos
Skip to recipe Sheet Pan BBQ Chicken Nachos Ingredients: 2 large sweet potatoes, thinly sliced 1 rotisserie chicken, shredded 1 cup low fat mozzarella cheese 1 cup low fat cheddar cheese 1/2 red onion, diced 1 tomato, diced 3/4 cup BBQ sauce of choice (pay attention...
Sheet Pan Honey Parmesan Pork Tenderloin
Skip to recipe This meal comes together so effortlessly, and is one that everyone always loves! I like to buy the smaller 2 pack of pork tenderloins- I think the meat is more tender than a larger loin. I also buy the pretrimmed green beans to save time! The baby yukon...