These high protein breakfast recipes make mornings easy and delicious, with 30+ grams of protein per serving. The list includes simple meal prep options and quick breakfasts. Each recipe is easy to make and designed to keep you full and satisfied.
All of the recipes here have at least 30g protein, up to 62g! We've included options with meat, vegetarian recipes, and some made with protein powder. Many are gluten free.
We'll kick off the list with a delicious copycat recipe that has 45g protein per serving:
1. Healthier CopyCat McGriddle Sandwiches
45g protein. If you love the sweet and savory flavor of a fast food McGriddle you'll love this healthier version to make at home. Start with our popular Cottage Cheese pancakes, add a few simple ingredients and a tasty filling breakfast sandwich is served!
Healthier CopyCat McGriddle Sandwiches Recipe
2. Blueberry Protein Pancakes Recipe (40g Protein, 3 Ingredients)
40g protein. These 3 ingredient blueberry protein pancakes are easy to make and bursting with flavor! Dairy free and gluten free.
Blueberry Protein Pancakes Recipe (40g Protein, 3 Ingredients) Recipe
3. Bacon Spinach & Potato Egg Casserole
31g protein. This Bacon Spinach & Potato Egg Casserole is delicious and hearty, Whole30-compliant, Paleo, gluten-free, and dairy-free. Easy to make ahead!
Bacon Spinach & Potato Egg Casserole Recipe
4. Low Carb Protein Waffles
46g protein. This delicious Belgian protein waffle makes a filling protein breakfast. Top with cashew whipped cream and fresh berries!
Low Carb Protein Waffles Recipe
5. Smoked Salmon Scrambled Eggs
43g protein. These Smoked Salmon Scrambled Eggs are soft, creamy, savory, smoky, and perfect for any breakfast or brunch. Delicious with toasted bread or bagels and some extra chives.
Smoked Salmon Scrambled Eggs Recipe
6. Chocolate Chip Protein Muffins
31g protein. These delicious chocolate chip protein muffins are great for meal prep as a high protein breakfast. Gluten free.
Chocolate Chip Protein Muffins Recipe
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7. Protein French Toast
41g protein. A high-protein twist on classic French toast, packed with protein and ready in just 10 minutes.
Protein French Toast Recipe
8. Protein Churro Waffle Bites
40g protein. Enjoy the flavor and texture of churros in these high-protein, low-carb, gluten-free Protein Churro Waffle Bites!
Protein Churro Waffle Bites Recipe
9. Hamburger Scrambled Eggs
34g protein. These hamburger scrambled eggs are a kid-created recipe that combine a breakfast staple with an American classic. Sizzling beef adds protein and texture to the fluffy scrambled eggs, while a dash of HP sauce or ketchup provides the classic burger flavor.
Hamburger Scrambled Eggs Recipe
10. Lemon Ricotta Protein Pancakes
32g protein. These Lemon Ricotta Protein Pancakes are flavorful, hearty, and just like the lemon ricotta pancakes you'd find at a cute little downtown café.
Lemon Ricotta Protein Pancakes Recipe
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11. High Protein Breakfast Wrap
30g protein. This high protein breakfast wrap is an easy, quick breakfast option and is easily customizable with your favorite veggies!
High Protein Breakfast Wrap Recipe
12. Chocolate Protein Pancakes
62g of protein in this simple recipe for frosted chocolate protein pancakes! Protein powder replaces four, so they are gluten free, too. Makes one serving.
Chocolate Protein Pancakes Recipe
13. Breakfast Casserole with Turkey Sausage and Kale
31g protein. With gooey white cheddar and high-protein cottage cheese, this breakfast casserole with turkey sausage and kale is the ultimate Sunday breakfast or protein-packed meal prep!
Breakfast Casserole with Turkey Sausage and Kale Recipe
14. Banana Berry Protein Pancakes (Healthy, GF, DF)
41g protein. A simple recipe for fluffy, protein-packed banana protein pancakes. Gluten-free, dairy-free and perfect for a high-protein breakfast!
Banana Berry Protein Pancakes (Healthy, GF, DF) Recipe
15. Egg Bites with Sausage and Cheese
30g protein. If you have an Instant Pot at home, you must try this easy and cheesy Instant Pot Egg Bites Recipe with savory breakfast sausage and your choice of shredded cheese. Especially if you are craving Starbucks sous vide egg bites!
Egg Bites with Sausage and Cheese Recipe
16. Fluffy Peanut Butter Protein Pancakes (51g Protein)
51g protein. Only 4 ingredients in this delicious high protein breakfast! These fluffy peanut butter protein pancakes are gluten free and easy to make.
Fluffy Peanut Butter Protein Pancakes (51g Protein) Recipe
17. Boursin Quiche
33g protein. This low-carb crustless boursin quiche is packed with flavor and uses minimal ingredients. It packs in the protein but is quick to whip up, requiring only 15 minutes of hands-on time including making the sweet and tangy caramelized onions.
Boursin Quiche Recipe
18. Pumpkin Protein Pancakes Recipe (Easy, 33g Protein)
33g protein. Easy recipe for delicious pumpkin protein pancakes that are packed with protein! Great high protein breakfast, perfect for meal prep.
Pumpkin Protein Pancakes Recipe (Easy, 33g Protein) Recipe
19. High Protein Egg Bakes
36g protein. These High Protein Egg Bakes with sausage, peppers, and cheese have a light, almost soufflé-like texture. They're filling, flavorful, and perfect for breakfast or lunch on the go!
High Protein Egg Bakes Recipe
20. Savory Cottage Cheese Bowl
33g protein. Made with creamy fresh cheese, vegetables and herbs, these savory cottage cheese bowls are so quick and easy to make for a high protein breakfast or lunch!
Savory Cottage Cheese Bowl Recipe
21. High Protein Pumpkin French Toast Casserole
30g protein. Packed with protein this pumpkin french toast casserole has just 400 calories and is super easy to whip up in one dish.
High Protein Pumpkin French Toast Casserole Recipe
22. Protein Dutch Baby Recipe
30g protein. This protein dutch baby is a decadent, filling, high protein breakfast.
Protein Dutch Baby Recipe Recipe
23. Chicken Breakfast Sausage Patties
32g protein. These homemade chicken breakfast sausages are made with freshly ground meat, real maple syrup( for that classic breakfast sausage taste), and warm spices. Ready in just 20 minutes, they make a delicious protein-packed addition to any breakfast.
Chicken Breakfast Sausage Patties Recipe
24. Cheesy Egg Quesadilla
31g protein. You only need five ingredients to make this 5-minute high-protein breakfast quesadilla with eggs. Easy high protein breakfast!
Cheesy Egg Quesadilla Recipe
25. High Protein Egg Bites
30g protein. These simple and healthy high protein egg bites are perfect for busy mornings!
High Protein Egg Bites Recipe
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