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Breakfast Protein Biscuits

  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

Healthy and packed with protein, these Breakfast Protein Biscuits are perfect for busy mornings, providing a nutritious and delicious start to your day.


Ingredients

  • 1¾ cups Plain 2% Greek Yogurt
  • 4 Large Eggs (room temp)
  • 2½ cups All-Purpose Flour
  • ¼ cup Ground Flaxseed
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder
  • 2 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • ½ tsp Red Pepper Flakes (optional)
  • 1½ cups Spinach, wilted & squeezed dry
  • ½ cup Chives, chopped
  • 1½ cups Cheddar Cheese (½ cup reserved)
  • 2 cups Diced Ham
  • 2 cups Cooked Italian Chicken Sausage, crumbled
  • ½ cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes, chopped
  • 1½ cups Feta (½ cup reserved)
  • 2 tsp Dried Basil (or ¼ cup fresh, added after baking)


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease a muffin tin.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt and eggs until smooth.
  3. Stir in the all-purpose flour, ground flaxseed, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes until just combined.
  4. Fold in your choice of mix-ins such as diced ham and cheese or a Mediterranean version.
  5. Use a ⅓ cup to scoop the dough for each biscuit onto the prepared baking sheet or fill the muffin wells.
  6. Sprinkle the reserved cheese or feta on top of each biscuit.
  7. Bake for about 25 minutes or until golden and firm to the touch.
  8. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving or storing.

Notes

For a vegetarian option, use extra spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and feta. You can also experiment with different cheeses or meats to find your favorite combination.