7 delicious freezer meals for busy fall days

The beginning of the school year brings the hopefulness of a fresh start. Then reality sets in and the weight of balancing it all seems overwhelming. We’re here to help you get ahead of it before the school year takes control. While you’re motivated, here are some ideas for freezer meals to stock your freezer for busy fall days.

Freezer Steel Cut Oatmeal

These are great to have in the freezer for busy mornings! It’s always nice to have a quick breakfast on hand. This is also a perfect option to bring to breastfeeding moms since oats are known to increase milk supply.

To make: Prepare exactly as it states on the recipe.

When you are ready to eat: Place 2-3 “pucks” in a microwave-safe dish and microwave for 2-3 minutes. Top with your favorite toppings (nuts, dried fruit, maple syrup, etc.) and enjoy!

Get the recipe at PopSugar. 

Freezer Breakfast Burritos

Another delicious, filling breakfast option to keep in the freezer to have breakfast ready in minutes. These are completely customizable and take about only 30 minutes to prepare.

To make: Prepare exactly as it states on the recipe.

When you are ready to eat: Unwrap and discard plastic wrap, then wrap burrito in a paper towel. Microwave for 1-1/2-2 minutes, or until hot.

Get the recipe at Iowa Girl Eats

Fill Your Freezer Energy Bites

Keep your freezer packed with energy bites to provide your kids with a nutritious, on-the-go snack they are sure to enjoy. With recipes for cake batter, chocolate cherry, peanut butter coconut and more, there is something every kid will love.

To make: Prepare exactly as it states on the recipe.

When you are ready to eat: In the morning, pull a few out into a small container to have them ready for the day. Keep them in the fridge to enjoy cold, or pop into your child’s lunchbox for a delicious snack!

Get the recipe at Meal Plan Addict.

Skinny Chicken Pot Pie

This is a recent favorite dinner that my family makes quite often. It’s delicious, filling but still light.

To make: Prepare as it states in the recipe, stopping before baking. Place in a freezer-friendly plan and freeze for up to 3 months.

When you are ready to eat: Thaw the pot pie. When thawed, bake at 375 degrees for 45 minutes. Serve with biscuits or rolls and a dash of hot sauce for the adults!

Get the recipe at Hello Adams Family

White Chicken Enchiladas with Sour Cream White Sauce

This recipe is a weeknight meal favorite at our house that also freezes very well!

To make: Follow the recipe as it states until the baking step. Place in a freezer-friendly plan and freeze for up to 3 months.

When you are ready to eat: Thaw fully. Once thawed, bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.

Get the recipe at Gonna Want Seconds

Mini BBQ Cheddar Meatloaves

This is another favorite meal in our household that freezes easily.

To make: Follow the recipe as it states but stop before baking. Wrap the meatloaves, raw, in plastic wrap and freeze. Serve alongside a bag of frozen broccoli to complete your meal.

When you are ready to eat: Thaw fully. Once thawed, remove the plastic wrap and place the meatloaves on a baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes at 350 degrees, until no longer pink in the center.

Get the recipe at Iowa Girl Eats. 

Cake Batter Chocolate Chip Cookies

Make busy nights special with cake batter chocolate chip cookies! We won’t tell if you sneak a few for yourself.

To make: Prepare dough and scoop rounded balls onto a baking sheet. Place in the freezer to freeze flat and transfer to a plastic bag or container after completely frozen.

When you are ready to bake: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Bake from frozen from 10-12 minutes, until the edges are slightly brown. When ready the cookies will seem soft in the middle, but will continue to set as they cool. Enjoy!

Get the recipe at Sally’s Baking Addiction.


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