Description
Breakfast Protein Biscuits are fluffy, savory biscuits packed with protein to keep you energized throughout the morning. These warm biscuits combine hearty ingredients like Greek yogurt, cheese, and eggs for a nutritious and delicious start to your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: chopped herbs like chives or parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in Greek yogurt, eggs, and cheese until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Turn dough onto a floured surface and gently knead a few times. Pat dough to about 1-inch thickness.
- Use a biscuit cutter or glass to cut out biscuits and place on baking sheet.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Serve warm, optionally with butter or jam.
Notes
- For extra protein, add cooked bacon or sausage bits.
- Use low-fat Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- These biscuits freeze well—reheat in toaster oven for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: protein biscuits, breakfast biscuits, Greek yogurt biscuits, savory biscuits, high protein breakfast