The first day of school calls for something special. and what better way to kick off the morning than with a Back to School Breakfast Board? This fun and colorful spread is packed with kid-approved favorites, adorable themed touches, and just the right amount of morning magic to start the school year off right.
Whether you’re celebrating your little one’s very first day or sending them back for another year of learning, these essentials will help you create a breakfast board that’s as picture-perfect as it is delicious.
1. Themed Tray, Plates & Napkins
This bamboo tray that looks like a huge sheet of notebook paper is big enough to hold tons of yummy breakfast foods before the first day of school. School-inspired tableware like our new textbook-shaped plates from the Occasions by Shakira x My Mind’s Eye Collection go perfectly with our adorable calculator napkins that say “Back 2 School.” They add instant charm and tie the whole board together. Use code SHAKIRA20 for a discount sitewide at My Minds’s Eye!
2. Fun Food Shapes
Y’all know how much I love using cutters to make healthy food fun. These ABC and star-shaped cookie cutters are perfect for turning fruit into adorable bite-sized letters and shapes. I used them for watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew, creating a colorful alphabet right on the board.
3. Mini Waffles & Sausage
Apple-shaped waffles are always a hit! A mini waffle maker makes them quick and easy, and pairing them with breakfast sausage rounds gives you a hearty base for the spread.
4. Protein Picks
To keep everyone fueled until lunch, I added hard-boiled eggs and crispy bacon strips. These balance out the sweetness from the fruit and pancakes.
5. Small Extras for Big Smiles
Little details make a big difference like the pencil-shaped syrup tray, colorful sprinkles, and decorative picks for fruit. They make the board more interactive and fun for kids.
Pro Tip: Prep as much as possible the night before. Cut fruit, hard boil eggs, and set out tableware. In the morning, just cook your pancakes, warm your sausage and bacon, and arrange everything on the board for a stress-free start to the day!
For more Back to School ideas to round out your celebration check out our $20 DIY Notebook Paper Back Drop and the most adorable School Themed Pajama Roundup!
