After weeks of holiday indulgence, it’s nice to start the day with something lighter and more balanced. High-protein breakfasts are a great way to refuel and keep your energy steady through the morning. These recipes are practical, easy to prepare, and packed with ingredients that help reset after all the heavy meals.
Chocolate Pancakes
Chocolate protein pancakes made with just six ingredients. Sweet enough to feel like a treat but loaded with the protein you need to keep going.
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Bacon Egg Cups
Bacon and eggs baked into portable cups are perfect for on-the-go breakfasts or quick snacks. With basil and parmesan, they pack plenty of flavor in every bite.
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Spinach Frittata
A spinach frittata loaded with parmesan cheese is a versatile dish that works for any meal. It’s light, easy to make, and a great way to sneak in some greens.
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Perfect Protein Pancakes
These pancakes have 30 grams of protein per serving and are a great blank canvas for your favorite toppings. Start your morning off right with this simple recipe.
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Pumpkin Protein Pancakes
Pumpkin and protein come together in these pancakes for a fall breakfast that’s as seasonal as it is filling. Each serving packs 19 grams of protein to keep you going all morning.
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Ground Chicken Sausage Patties
Homemade chicken sausage patties with apples, onions, and spices are a great breakfast option. They’re easy to make and so much better than anything from the store.
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Chicken Sausage Breakfast Tostadas
Scrambled eggs and chicken sausage piled onto tostadas with avocado, tomatoes, and cotija cheese make for a protein-packed breakfast that’s full of flavor and texture.
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Peanut Butter Banana Bread
Start your day with this peanut butter banana bread that’s packed with protein and naturally sweetened by bananas. It’s a perfect breakfast that feels just right after a season of overindulgence.
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Turkish Shakshuka
Poached eggs and a spiced tomato base come together for a dish that’s big on flavor but super easy to make. Pair it with bread for dipping, and you’ve got breakfast sorted without breaking a sweat.
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Salmon Bagel
Smoked salmon, cream cheese, and veggies on a bagel are as simple as it gets for a high-protein breakfast that’s ready in minutes. Perfect when you want something quick but satisfying.
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Crescent Roll Breakfast with Eggs
Crescent rolls stuffed with eggs, bacon, and cheese make a great breakfast casserole. It’s hearty, simple to pull together, and perfect for feeding a crowd.
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High Protein Oatmeal
This oatmeal is packed with protein from powders and mix-ins like chia seeds or nut butter. It’s a great way to power through the morning without any mid-morning hunger pangs.
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Quinoa Breakfast Bowl with Egg, Tomatoes, and Avocado
This bowl layers quinoa, eggs, tomatoes, and avocado for a breakfast that’s fresh and filling. A great pick for those mornings when you need a boost to get through the day.
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Breakfast Burritos
Eggs, cheese, and your favorite fillings wrapped in a tortilla—these burritos are perfect for meal prep or a grab-and-go breakfast. Make a batch, freeze them, and stay ready for busy mornings.
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Protein Rice Pudding
Traditional rice pudding gets a protein upgrade with whey protein and almond butter. It’s like dessert for breakfast, but it packs the protein you need to keep going.
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White Bean Avocado Toast
Mashed white beans on avocado toast add a great protein kick to this quick and easy breakfast. Ready in minutes, it’s perfect for busy mornings or a light snack.
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Smoked Salmon Bagel with Cream Cheese
Smoked salmon and cream cheese on a bagel is a classic breakfast combo that feels just special enough for the holidays but doesn’t require any extra effort.
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Tofu Scramble Sandwich
This tofu scramble sandwich is a grab-and-go breakfast that’s high in protein and perfect for meal prep. A great choice for anyone looking for a quick and easy option.
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Easy Bacon and Cheese Turnovers
Bacon and cheese wrapped in a flaky turnover make for a breakfast that’s as easy as it is satisfying. Just five ingredients and a quick prep time mean you’re not stuck in the kitchen all morning.
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Asian Style Savory Oatmeal
Oatmeal gets a savory spin with bacon, eggs, and mushrooms. Ready in 10 minutes, it’s a quick breakfast that’s packed with protein and flavor.
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Silken Tofu Breakfast Scramble
A quick, protein-packed option, this silken tofu scramble is ready in 10 minutes and makes a great egg-free breakfast. Perfect for those busy mornings when time is tight.
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Peanut Butter Cottage Cheese Toast with Fresh Berries
Cottage cheese and peanut butter spread on toast with fresh berries on top make for a protein-heavy breakfast that’s creamy, crunchy, and just sweet enough.
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Greek Yogurt & Peanut Butter Bowl
Greek yogurt mixed with peanut butter and a scoop of whey protein makes for a quick breakfast or snack. It’s easy to make and keeps you full for hours.
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Savory Cottage Cheese Bowl
This cottage cheese bowl is packed with protein and topped with fresh veggies for a no-cook breakfast that’s ready in minutes. A perfect pick for busy mornings.
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Protein Powder Pancakes
These fluffy pancakes are loaded with protein thanks to cottage cheese and protein powder. They’re ready in 15 minutes and are perfect for a quick and filling start to your day.
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Eggs Benedict Recipe, Homemade Muffins
Eggs Benedict gets an upgrade with homemade English muffins. Once you try these, you’ll never look at store-bought muffins the same way again.
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Easy Keto Porridge Recipe
A protein-packed breakfast porridge that’s creamy, filling, and simple to make. A great choice to keep your energy up all morning long.
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Gina Matsoukas is an AP syndicated writer. She is the founder, photographer and recipe developer of Running to the Kitchen — a food website focused on providing healthy, wholesome recipes using fresh and seasonal ingredients. Her work has been featured in numerous media outlets both digital and print, including MSN, Huffington post, Buzzfeed, Women’s Health and Food Network.
