
Breakfast Does More Than Just Fill Them...
...it fills their potential. And at Carnation Breakfast Essentials®, we believe a strong nutritional foundation is just the beginning. We believe each new day could be the day—the day they make a friend, the day they score the goal, the day they change the world. Because each small step is a catalyst for something big. When kids feel ready to take on the day, there's no telling where they will lead us.

high-quality protein
Packed with essential nutrients like protein to support growth and help build & maintain muscle.
21 ESSENTIAL VITAMINS & MINERALS
Including Calcium to help build strong bones, and Vitamins C & D, key nutrients for immune support.
EACH NUTRIENT-PACKED BREAKFAST DRINK PROVIDES
When prepared as directed with 1 cup of skim milk

Source-USDA FoodData Central: One large egg has 6.3 g protein. One 5.3 oz cup of Greek Yogurt contains 141 mg calcium. One 8 fl oz glass of skim milk contains 2.9 mcg vitamin D. One medium orange has 70 mg vitamin C.

As much
protein
as two
large eggs

As much
calcium
as three
5.3 oz cups of Greek Yogurt

As much
vitamin d
as three
8 fl oz glasses of milk

As much
vitamin c
as one
medium orange
Source-USDA FoodData Central: One large egg has 6.3 g protein. One 5.3 oz cup of Greek Yogurt contains 141 mg calcium. One 8 fl oz glass of skim milk contains 2.9 mcg vitamin D. One medium orange has 70 mg vitamin C.

why parents love
Carnation Breakfast Essentials®
Read what some of our happy customers have to say
Perfect on-the-go breakfast!
My son loves these […] it is a great way to give him some protein to start his day. Delicious chocolate flavor.
My kids love the taste of this shake!
They can be picky eaters […] and this drink really helps fill in the nutritional gaps from their picky diets. And I don't have to fight with them to drink it!
I loved the creaminess!
It was both flavorful and nutritious. It was great for on the go. As a mom who’s always on the go it was the quick fix for skipping breakfast.
Chocolate Glazed Banana Bread Donuts
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Spray a donut pan with oil or non-stick spray and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine dry ingredients: Carnation Breakfast Essentials® Nutritional Powder Drink Mix Rich Milk Chocolate, all purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Whisk until combined.
- In a medium bowl, add mashed banana, egg, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla, and milk of choice. Whisk to combine.
- Fold the wet ingredients into dry ingredients until the batter forms.
- Place a gallon sized Ziploc bag into a cup and spoon batter into the bag. Snip off the corner of the bag and pipe batter into donut molds, filling ¾ full.
- Bake for 10 -12 minutes.
- Remove from oven and let the donuts cool on a wire rack.
- Prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, cocoa powder, milk, and vanilla in a small bowl.
- Once the donuts are cool, dip each donut in the chocolate glaze.
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of Carnation Breakfast Essentials® Nutritional Powder Drink Mix Rich Milk Chocolate
all-purpose flour
whole wheat flour
baking powder
baking soda
salt
ground cinnamon
egg
mashed banana (1 medium ripe)
maple syrup
melted coconut oil
vanilla extract
milk of choice
powdered sugar
cocoa powder
milk of choice
vanilla extract
The Ultimate After-School Strawberry Banana Smoothie Bowl
- Combine the Carnation Breakfast Essentials Fruit & Protein Smoothie Nutritional Drink, frozen banana, frozen strawberries, Greek yogurt, and vanilla in a blender. Process until smooth and thick enough to eat with a spoon.
- Pour the strawberry banana base into a serving bowl and arrange desired toppings over the smoothie. Serve immediately.
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(½ carton) Carnation Breakfast Essentials® Strawberry Banana Fruit & Protein Smoothie
sliced and frozen
frozen strawberries
plain Greek yogurt
vanilla extract
chia seeds
fresh banana and strawberry slices, granola, chocolate chips, peanut butter drizzle
French Vanilla Peaches & Cream Ice Pops
- In a blender, combine the Carnation Breakfast Essentials® Original Nutritional shake, sweetened condensed milk, 1-1/2 cups peaches, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Finely chop the remaining 1/2 cup peaches. Divide the chopped peaches evenly between the ice pops molds.
- Pour the blended vanilla-peach mixture evenly into the molds. Insert ice pops sticks, then gently swirl each mold with the stick to distribute the chopped peaches. Freeze until firm, at least 4 hours or overnight.
Yield: 10 ice pops (about 3 ounces each)
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Freeze Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
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Carnation Breakfast Essentials® Original Nutritional Shake in Classic French Vanilla flavor (12 ounces total)
sweetened condensed milk
frozen sliced peaches, thawed slightly and divided
vanilla extract
High Protein Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bites
- In a large bowl, add peanut butter, honey, and packet of Carnation Instant Breakfast Essentials High Protein Nutritional Drink Mix Classic French Vanilla and stir until well combined.
- Add oats, flaxseed meal, and pinch of salt. Stir to combine.
- Roll into 1-inch balls.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
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Carnation Instant Breakfast Essentials High Protein Nutritional Drink Mix Classic French Vanilla
creamy peanut butter
honey
old fashioned rolled oats
flaxseed meal
salt
mini chocolate chips
Carnation Breakfast Essentials® Nutritional Drink Creamy: Festive Eggnog Soft Serve
- Add the eggnog and Carnation Breakfast Essentials to an ice cream container of choice. Add remaining ingredients and whisk until smooth. Cover and freeze overnight.
- Once the mixture is frozen follow proper directions provided by your choice of mixer/blender.
- Enjoy!
*Recipe is intended for use with ice-cream maker/blender like a Ninja Creamy
of Carnation Breakfast Essentials French Vanilla Ready to Drink
Eggnog
cinnamon
vanilla extract
Pumpkin Spice Smoothie to Help Fuel Your Fall Fun!
- In a blender, combine the milk, Carnation Breakfast Essentials French Vanilla Powder, pumpkin purée, frozen banana, pumpkin pie spice, and ice (if using). Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the smoothie into a bowl or cup.
- Add your favorite fall-inspired toppings such as granola, banana slices, pumpkin seeds, or a dash of cinnamon.
- Enjoy!
of Carnation Breakfast Essentials French Vanilla Powder
pumpkin puree
pumpkin pie spice
milk of preference
banana
cubes (optional)


















