Rise & Shine with Back-to-School Smoothies


Can you believe we’re already a month into the school year? The summer days of relaxation feel like a distant memory, and busy mornings are now the norm. Between early wake-ups, packed schedules, and homework, breakfast can sometimes feel like a rush.

To help make mornings a little easier, we’re excited to share five nutritious, kid-approved breakfast smoothies! Quick, delicious, and packed with wholesome ingredients, these smoothies are a simple way to fuel your kids’ bodies and brains—helping them start the day energized and ready to learn.

Even better, these smoothies are so tasty that kids will happily sip them again and again. Scroll down to discover these easy, flavorful recipes and make your mornings smoother, even with the school year in full swing!

You might also enjoy these Round Up Posts: 50 Back To School Breakfast Ideas, Back to School Hot Lunch Ideas and 30+ Lunch Ideas for Picky Eaters.

Blueberry Spinach Smoothie

Our blueberry spinach smoothie is a delicious way to get extra veggies in your day, this spinach smoothie is a great choice! Packed with frozen blueberries, yogurt, and milk the spinach isn't even noticeable. Gluten-free.

Tofu Smoothie

A tofu smoothie perfect for kids packed with banana, peanut butter, and flax seeds. A healthy smoothie kids love.

Protein Fruit Smoothie

This delicious and nutritious protein fruit smoothie is a great way to fuel your kids’ day. Packed with vitamins, minerals, and protein, it’s a delicious and satisfying way to start the morning, recharge after school, and enjoy post workout. Plus, it’s super easy to make!

Peanut Butter Powder Smoothie

Peanut Butter Powder Smoothie is made with bananas, yogurt, and peanut butter powder. It's a simple peanut butter smoothie that cuts calories but not flavor.

Orange Smoothie

A simple orange smoothie that tastes just like an Orange Julius. Fresh oranges are pureed with milk and vanilla - a delicious way to get more fruit into your family!


Are you ready to tackle this week of gluten-free dinners with ease? Feeding kids is hard enough, but add in gluten-free, and it’s even more challenging. Let us help with these simple gluten free recipes. Make homemade meals together as a family that are great tasting, simple and kid-friendly.

5-Day Dinner Meal Plan

Monday: Pan Fried Chicken Tenders

(Make extra chicken then shred & store)

Tuesday: Air Fryer Taquitos

(Use leftover shredded chicken)

Wednesday: Sheet Pan Sausage & Veggies

Thursday: Crockpot Meatloaf

Friday: Homestyle Ground Beef Casserole

Weekend Meals

Round out the weekend by serving leftovers on Saturday and Sunday or enjoying your favorite local restaurants. The goal is for your family to spend less time in the kitchen and more time together on the weekend!

Have a great week!

Jodi and the CKC Team

Create Kids Club - Kid-Friendly Gluten-Free Recipes

At createkidsclub.com we share easy gluten-free recipes that kids love. All recipes have simple ingredients and kid-friendly instructions to encourage kids to cook.

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