High Protein Breakfast Recipes

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I’ve been working really hard to make sure I get protein in every meal and it all starts with breakfast! While I love adding protein powder to my recipes, a lot of time you don’t even need it to get a decent amount of protein from other sources.

Here are 20 of our most popular high-protein breakfast recipes from eggs to pancakes to smoothies with at least 20g of protein per serving! LFG.

A collage of high-protein breakfast recipes, featuring protein-packed oatmeal, pancakes, bagels, sandwiches, smoothies, and wraps.
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I’ve always had a thing for breakfast. From the time I was very young, I was always the first one up in the household, cooking breakfast for the family. I remember I was always so excited when it was my sister’s birthday so that I could serve her breakfast in bed (re: banana oatmeal pancakes!).

Today we are chatting all things high protein breakfast foods. While I love me a thick stack of carb-filled pancakes, sometimes I want to get more protein in before I leave for the day so that I stay fuller longer and feel good about my morning eats.

5 Tips to Quickly Add Protein To Your Breakfast

There are so many great high protein breakfast foods out there and sometimes it can be overwhelming. Here are 5 tips to help make it easier to pack in the protein:

  1. When in doubt, make a protein shake. We have a super helpful guide to protein shakes on Fit Foodie Finds with 30+ flavor ideas!
  2. Eggs are your friend! Whether you prefer hard-boiled eggs, baked eggs, scrambled eggs, or frittatas, 1 large egg has 6g protein.
  3. Always have protein powder on hand. You can add protein powder to smoothies, oatmeal, pancakes, etc. and it’s such a great way to get added protein. Check out our guide to protein powder for some recommendations.
  4. Meal prep at the beginning of the week. This will save you time and make breakfast a breeze! Here’s our favorite meal-prep breakfast recipes.
  5. Don’t be so hard on yourself! Remember, eating healthy should be about balance.

Healthy Protein Breakfast Ideas

Here is a list of our favorite high protein breakfast recipes from Fit Foodie Finds that will keep your belly full and heart happy until lunch! Each of these recipes has at least 20g protein/serving or more! ⬇️

a bowl of oatmeal topped with fruit and nuts.

Protein Overnight Oats

5 from 3 votes
These protein overnight oats are made with classic overnight oat ingredients like quick cooking oats, almond milk, chia seeds, and a natural sweetener. Plus, your favorite protein powder making it a high protein breakfast.
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Smoked Salmon Breakfast Burrito Recipe

This smoked salmon breakfast burrito recipe is a delicious new take on a classic breakfast burrito. It's filled with fluffy scrambled eggs, fresh veggies, smoked salmon, and a tangy cream cheese spread.
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A creamy purple smoothie topped with whipped cream and crumbled biscuits, accompanied by a whole biscuit.

Blueberry Cheesecake Protein Smoothie Recipe

4.91 from 10 votes
This super creamy blueberry cheesecake protein smoothie packs 19g of protein per serving thanks to blended cottage cheese, protein powder and chia seeds. It's our go-to smoothie for breakfast and post-workout 👌🏻
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Freezer Breakfast Sandwiches

5 from 10 votes
Need a quick,grab-and-go breakfast? Make these delicious freezer breakfast sandwiches! They’re made with sausage, sun dried tomatoes, and spinach egg patty, cheese, and a whole grain English muffin.
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overnight oats in a jar
4.75 from 12 votes
These peanut butter cookie dough overnight oats pack 15 grams of protein and a ton of fiber! Whip up a big batch of these oats for breakfast this week!
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Close-up of three bagels topped with sesame seeds and other seasonings on a beige plate.

Two-Ingredient Air Fryer Protein Bagels

5 from 4 votes
These air fryer bagels are chewy, delicious and made in under 30 minutes! You're going to love this high-protein recipe.
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breakfast sausage in skillet

Homemade Breakfast Sausage

4.73 from 11 votes
This is simply the best breakfast sausage recipe! This maple breakfast sausage is made with a combination of ground pork and turkey and has a delicious savory breakfast sausage seasoning plus a hint of maple syrup.
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Get festive with your breakfast and make these delicious Paleo Pumpkin Pancakes that are grain-free, packed with pumpkin, and paleo-friendly!

Gluten Free Pumpkin Pancakes

4.86 from 14 votes
These gluten free pumpkin pancakes are made with almond flour and coconut flour to make a super savory and delicious fall breakfast.
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Breakfast quesadillas on a plate.

Make Ahead Freezer Breakfast Quesadillas

4.80 from 5 votes
These make ahead freezer breakfast quesadillas are a delicious breakfast idea to enjoy immediately or freeze for later. Enjoy!
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Sweet Potato Crust Quiche Recipe

4.58 from 14 votes
This sweet potato crust quiche has the most amazing crust that’s made with sweet potatoes and almond flour. The quiche is packed with eggs, veggies, and goat cheese.
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About Lee Funke

Lee is the founder of Fit Foodie Finds and based in Minneapolis, MN. She started this website in 2010 as a way to share her love for real food and wellness. The internet has changed so much since then and so has Fit Foodie Finds. Today we're a female-run recipe website publishing hundreds of tried and true recipes developed and tested by our team.

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CHANDRAGIRI nagendra prasad
January 19, 2021 12:10 am
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Very delicious and this recipe full fill my protein needs easily.Thank you so much.

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January 23, 2017 9:26 am

That’s the best answer by far! Thanks for contributing.

Allan
June 23, 2015 9:32 pm

Thank you for sharing a brilliant array of diverse and delicious recipes to enjoy for breakfast. As protein is an essential nutrient for all day performance having options to mix it up and also keep the flavor and interest levels high is equally important.

Ellen @ My Uncommon Everyday
June 22, 2015 8:25 pm

So many delicious-looking ideas! Breakfast is my favorite <3

Cassie
June 22, 2015 11:11 am

I love this post! Protein is a healthy and delicious macro 😛 would try all of these recipes ASAP!

Pip {Cherries & Chisme}
June 22, 2015 9:39 am

So much goodness here! Now I just want breakfast for dinner tonight…

Fiona @ Get Fit Fiona
June 22, 2015 9:20 am

The protein oatmeal cups look really good! Thanks for sharing all of these recipes.

Cara's Healthy Cravings
June 22, 2015 6:46 am

I try to pack my breakfasts with A LOT of healthy fats and protein, so this is a great resource to look back on.
I was also a huge cereal fan growing up and through university. I could never have enough Shreddies, Bran Flakes and Corn Flakes!
I now regularly eat oats and homemade granola, but sometimes treat myself to a box of Puffins! Yum

Livi @ Eat, Pray, Work It Out
June 22, 2015 6:05 am

these look amazing! can I make more than one for breakfast haha?!

Ann
Ann
June 22, 2015 4:33 am

I’m drooling over all of these recipes especially the savoury ones <3 I'm rather a savoury breakfast girl! I could eat everything first thing in the morning though, not only "breakfast foods". Give me meat, potatoes and veggies and I'll eat that with pleasure too at 8am! 😀