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This Breakfast Bento Box feels like a treat while still being balanced. Learn how to keep everything looking (and tasting) as good as it did when you packed it!
Breakfast Bento Box with Scones
Some of my favorite childhood memories are of breakfast for dinner, so I love surprising my kids with breakfast for lunch. This breakfast Bento box with vanilla scones and mixed berries is a sweet, kid-approved combo that wins every time! You can send it in their lunchbox as a special treat, or pack them to be eaten on the way to school.
If your kids can’t get enough fruit in their lunchbox, try packing a berry yogurt parfait or these decadent chocolate-covered banana bites next. Delish!
What You Need
This scone breakfast bento box is simple to assemble but feels special. There are only two items you need:
- Vanilla scones: customize my Vanilla Scone recipe or use a store-bought mix for convenience.
- Mixed berries: a medley of blueberries and blackberries adds natural sweetness, vibrant color, and a dose of fiber and antioxidants. Raspberries and strawberries also work great in this bento box.
- More sides: you can include extras to make this box more filling and balanced. Think hard-boiled eggs for protein, yogurt for creaminess, or granola for a crunch!
How to Pack a Scone Breakfast Bento
Making this Scone Breakfast Bento Box is as simple as it is satisfying.
- Pack for school
Keep this breakfast bento box refrigerated until ready to leave for school. Then pack it in an insulated lunch bag. - Bake your scones
Start by baking your scones the day before or using store-bought for extra ease. For younger kiddos, shape your dough smaller than usual before baking—mini scones are easier for little hands to grab and perfect for a bento. - Cool
Make sure you cool the scones fully before you pack them. - Pack them up!
Place your cooled scones in the main compartment of your bento box. Fill a smaller compartment with a mix of fresh berries, and add any optional sides your child enjoys. Close the lid, and voilà—a balanced breakfast on the go is ready!
Breakfast Bento Packing Tips
This scone breakfast bento box strikes the perfect balance of flavor, texture, and fun! Follow these packing tips to keep it looking and tasting great:
Choose the right container
A sturdy bento box lunch container with separate compartments prevents the berries from softening the scones or the scone from crumbling in a lunch bag.
Keep scones soft
Cool your scones completely before packing so they don’t create condensation and get soggy. You can also line the compartment with parchment paper or a napkin to absorb any moisture and maintain their texture.
Customize your bento
You can include a hard-boiled egg or a cheese stick to make this box more filling and balanced. Switch it up with chocolate chip or cinnamon scones, or swap berries for diced melon or apple slices.
More Breakfast Bento Ideas
If you’re looking for more breakfast bento ideas, this fruit and pancake bento and waffle breakfast bento always make into my kids’ lunchboxes! And to switch things up, a taco egg cup bento always brings a little extra fun into the mix.
Scones Snack Box for Kids
Ingredients
- Vanilla Scones
- Mixed Berries
Instructions
- Prepare your favorite scone recipe
- Place the scones in the main compartment of a bento box.
- In a separate compartment place the berries and any other sides you may like to include in the breakfast bento.
- Close the lid and pack for breakfast on the go or a snack at school.
Jenny says
This is definitely a 5 star!
Jenny says
I just made it, and it is delicious ! I added a tablespoon of apple cranberry chutney to the scone, and put the dough in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes before baking. I had to bake an extra few minutes due to the extra moisture from the addition of the chutney. Thank you so much for the recipe.