Energize your morning with a power-packed breakfast

Friday, February 28, 2014
Cinnamon Breakfast Squares with Yogurt and Berries

Whether eating together as a family, or enjoying breakfast on-the-go,

it's easy to boost the nutritional value of morning meals by incorporating foods with whole grain, protein and fiber.

Fueling your body and refreshing your brain, a breakfast packed with these nutrients makes for a produc­tive and efficient day. So jump-start your day with a nutritious breakfast that will provide lasting energy and help keep you satisfied. The benefits really stack up -- from lower levels of stress and fatigue, to helping you maintain a healthy weight.

Fuel up the family

Make breakfast a priority by stock­ing up on nutritious foods the whole family will enjoy, such as the new Honey Bunches of Oats Morning Energy cereal. Each serving is loaded with whole grain, 6 grams

of protein and 5 grams of fiber, giving you the energy to help get you going and keep you going!

Make time for it

While many believe their lives are simply too busy to include energy-boosting meals in their day, there

are easy ways to work it into your hectic routine. Need an on-the-go breakfast? This recipe for Morning Energy Mocha Balls features Honey Bunches of Oats Morning Energy Chocolatey Almond Crunch cereal. It is an easy no-bake option and you can whip up a big batch to last you through the week. In the morning, just throw a few Mocha Balls in a baggy and enjoy these bite-sized breakfast treats wherever your morning takes you. Smoothies

are also a breakfast favorite, perfect for blending, grabbing and getting you on your way. Fill up your favorite to-go cup with this Mixed Berry Smoothie to enjoy on your way to work or school. Or, gather the family together and warm up your weekend morning routine with this delicious recipe for Cinnamon Breakfast Squares with Yogurt and Berries.

Cinnamon Breakfast Squares with Yogurt and Berries

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

Makes: 6 breakfast squares

1 cup Honey Bunches of Oats Morning Energy Cinnamon Crunch cereal
1/3 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
3 eggs
1/2 cup nonfat milk
2 tablespoons melted butter, cooled
1 teaspoon vanilla
3/4cup (6 ounces) Greek yogurt
3 cups fresh berries (blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, strawberries) or favorite fruit of choice
Honey, for drizzling
Nutmeg or cinnamon, for sprinkling

Heat oven to 425°F. Lightly butter

and flour 8-inch square pan, or coat lightly with nonstick cooking spray.

In mixing bowl, stir together cereal, flour, baking powder, salt, sugar and cinnamon. While stirring, slightly

crush cereal using back of spoon or rubber scraper; set aside. In another bowl, beat eggs until well blended.

Add milk, melted butter and vanilla;

mix well. Com­bine egg mixture with flour mixture. Pour batter (it will

be thin) into prepared baking pan.

Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until it

is set when lightly touched in middle. Remove from oven and set on wire

rack to cool for 10 min­utes. To serve,

cut into 6 equal-sized bars and place on serving plates. Top each square with a dollop of Greek yogurt, surround with fruit and drizzle with honey. Sprinkle with nutmeg or cinnamon and serve immediately.

Respond to this story

Posting a comment requires free registration: