Let’s face it—weekday mornings can feel like a race against the clock. Between getting the kids dressed, packing lunches, and locating that one missing shoe, breakfast often becomes an afterthought. But what if you had a healthy, delicious option ready to grab and go?
Enter: Breakfast Meatballs.
These bite-sized, flavor-packed meatballs are a game-changer for busy families. They’re protein-rich, nutrient-dense, and easy to prep on a Sunday so you’re set for the week. Even better? Kids love them (yes, even with the kale and sweet potato)!
Here’s how to make your new favorite breakfast solution:
Healthy Breakfast Meatballs Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds pork breakfast sausage
- 1 large sweet potato, peeled and grated
- 1½ cups finely chopped, de-stemmed kale
- ⅔ cup blueberries
- 1½ tsp coarse sea salt
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried sage
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Grate the sweet potato and combine in a large bowl with sausage, kale, blueberries, salt, thyme, and sage.
- Mix everything by hand until thoroughly combined—this is a great step to get older kids involved!
- Shape into 1 to 2-inch meatballs and arrange on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until the meatballs are browned and the blueberries have burst.
- Cool, store in an airtight container in the fridge, and enjoy all week long!
These meatballs hit the sweet spot: they’re hearty enough to keep little tummies full until lunch, sneak in veggies and fruit, and are easy to reheat in the microwave or toaster oven. Plus, they freeze well—so consider doubling the batch!
Whether you’re chasing toddlers, driving to sports practice, or tackling your own work-from-home schedule, having a nourishing breakfast on hand can make a big difference.
From our family to yours—here’s to simpler mornings and healthier starts!
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