Some of the main things I buy from Sam’s Clubs are used for family breakfasts. My 4 kids love to eat as soon as their feet hit the floor in the morning and they love a really simple and healthy lineup.
A couple of years ago, I got into a bad habit of making everyone something different for breakfast. This was bad for our day for a few reasons. First, it caused a huge delay in our routines. I wasn’t making anything until my children were awake and thus it gave way more time for meltdowns to happen or for our day to de-rail. Also, it just isn’t efficient! After a couple months of doing this I went back to my old ways and have breakfast prepared before anyone else wakes up (except maybe my early bird rising 11 month old).
This way I can read to our kids as soon as they start eating and stay one step ahead of them through our homeschooling morning. And if you home school, you know just how very important it is to stay at least one step ahead of your kids to keep thing running smoothly!
Anyways, let me break down exactly what I buy from Sam’s Club and how I use it to feed my family of 6 a healthy and easy breakfast on a budget every single morning.
First up, our family favorite, oatmeal.
Oatmeal For the Win
I love having a breakfast I can throw together in minutes without much thought. One of our favorites is good old Quaker’s Oats, which I grab in bulk at Sam’s Club. At Sam’s, the name brand in bulk is cheaper per ounce than the generic at my local Kroger and Walmart. Paired with milk and frozen blueberries (also from Sam’s), it’s such a simple way to get everyone fed. I always have these basics stocked in my pantry and freezer.
The best part is how quick it all comes together. I just heat up the oats in a pot on the stove with milk instead of water to make them creamy and filling, then toss in a handful of frozen blueberries so that they’re cool enough for all of my little people to eat it immediately after serving. They melt right into the warm oatmeal, so I don’t even have to thaw them ahead of time. The kids love watching the blueberries turn their bowls a pretty purple, and I love that it takes me less than ten minutes to have breakfast ready for all four of them.
It’s also one of those breakfasts that checks all the boxes for nutrition without me really trying. The oats are hearty and keep my kids full until lunch, the milk gives them protein and calcium, and the blueberries add a natural sweetness. Sometimes I’ll throw in a splash of maple syrup (also the absolute best deal at Sam’s Club). It’s colorful, tasty, and satisfying—basically everything I want in a weekday breakfast.
And honestly, buying all of it from Sam’s Club just makes life easier. The big containers of oats last forever, the milk is always the best price, and the giant bags of frozen blueberries stretch into so many breakfasts and snacks. I don’t have to run to the store as often, which saves me time and money. It’s one of those little routines that makes mornings feel smoother—and as a mom, that’s worth so much.
Next up is my favorite breakfast or snack…greek yogurt bowls.
Greek Yogurt Bowls as a Protein Packed Easy Option
One of my favorite breakfasts to pull together for the kids (and honestly for myself too) is Greek yogurt bowls. I grab the big tubs of plain Greek yogurt from Sam’s Club, and then we dress it up at home with a drizzle of honey, some homemade granola, and whatever fruit we have on hand. It feels like something fancy you’d get at a café, but it’s actually quick, easy, and budget-friendly when you keep your fridge and pantry stocked from Sam’s.
The granola is the star here, and I make it myself with Quaker oats I buy in bulk. It’s as simple as tossing oats with a little butter, honey, and cinnamon, then baking until golden and crunchy. Making it at home means I can control how sweet it is, and I love that one big batch lasts us through the week. The kids love sprinkling it over their yogurt bowls, and it gives that perfect crunch on top of the creamy yogurt.
I also love how this breakfast checks the boxes for both health and convenience. The Greek yogurt packs in protein, the oats give fiber and energy, and the fruit adds color, flavor, and nutrients. And because I buy everything in bigger packs at Sam’s Club, I know I’m saving money and saving myself extra grocery trips. It’s one of those meals that feels special without being complicated—and it always starts our day on the right note.
My kids will eat a greek yogurt bowl almost anytime of day. They LOVE it and I love feeding them something really nutritious and packed full of protein.
Granola “Cereal”
Some mornings call for absolute simplicity, and that’s where our homemade granola cereal comes in. Instead of pouring a box of store-bought cereal, I just scoop some of the granola I made with Quaker oats from Sam’s Club into bowls and add cold milk. It’s crunchy, sweet, and filling—everything the kids expect from cereal, but way more nourishing and much easier on our budget. Plus, since I make the granola in a big batch once a week, breakfast on busy mornings is basically effortless.
The granola itself is super simple to make. I use butter, honey, and cinnamon to coat the oats, then bake it until it’s golden and crunchy. Buying oats in bulk from Sam’s Club means I always have the main ingredient on hand, and I can mix in extras like nuts, seeds, or dried fruit depending on what we’ve got. I love that it’s customizable and that I know exactly what’s going into my kids’ bowls—no mystery ingredients, just wholesome food.
What’s fun is how much the kids love it, even though it’s so basic. They think it feels like a treat to eat “cereal” with cold milk, but I know they’re getting fiber, protein, and long-lasting energy to carry them through the morning. It has that satisfying crunch and just the right amount of sweetness without going overboard. Honestly, I enjoy it just as much as they do—it’s my go-to when I want a no-fuss breakfast for myself.
Eggs: The Ultimate Budget Protein
Eggs are the backbone of some of our weekday breakfasts. I’ll do an egg-bake where it’s just eggs, cheese, milk, and sausage (all from Sam’s Club) baked in a 9×12 pan. We keep it in the refrigerator and heat up however much everyone wants that morning. Honestly, it makes a great lunch or quick dinner too!
Oatmeal Muffins: The Grab-and-Go Favorite
I started baking oatmeal muffins a few years ago, and honestly the possibilities with these are endless. With Sam’s Club oats, milk, eggs, and a couple of other ingredients I can bake a huge batch that lasts our family several mornings. I usually add mashed bananas, applesauce, or pumpkin (depending on what’s we have in the pantry and freezer).
They freeze great too — I let them cool completely, then store them in freezer bags. We just pop them in the microwave for 20–30 seconds, and breakfast is ready to go. We also use these as snacks or picnic options. If I know we’re headed out for the morning I will throw a bag of these that are in the freezer in the diaper bag and then when everyone gets hungry we are good to go!
Oatmeal Waffles: A Freezer-Friendly Twist
If you’ve never tried making waffles with oats instead of flour, you’re in for a treat. I blend Sam’s Club old-fashioned oats into oat flour (just a quick pulse in the blender), then mix in eggs, milk, and a touch of honey or maples syrup for sweetness. They come out fluffy on the inside and crisp on the outside — the perfect make-ahead breakfast.
The best part? They freeze beautifully. I make a double batch, let them cool, and freeze them in a single layer before stacking them in a bag. On busy mornings, we just pop them in the toaster or microwave for a warm, hearty breakfast that feels fresh. Add a little peanut butter or a handful of berries, and it’s so delicious! My kids love to eat them cold when they’re not quite thawed after being in the freezer.
Final Thoughts
Feeding a big family doesn’t have to mean chaotic mornings or endless grocery bills. With a little bit of planning and some smart bulk shopping, breakfast can actually be one of the easiest meals of the day.
For us, keeping a few staples on hand—like eggs, oats, milk, fruit, and greek yogurt—makes all the difference. From oatmeal muffins to egg bake and waffles, these simple, healthy recipes give us flexibility all week long. I can mix and match, prep ahead, and know my kids are starting their day with real food that keeps them full.
What I’ve learned (especially with more kids in the mix!) is that healthy breakfasts don’t have to be fancy—they just need to be doable. Buying in bulk from places like Sam’s Club or Kroger, prepping a couple of items ahead of time, and reusing ingredients in creative ways saves time, money, and stress.
If you’re in that season of life where mornings feel rushed and you’re trying to make your grocery budget stretch, I hope this post gives you a few fresh ideas to make breakfast a little easier and a lot healthier for your family.
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