They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day and I believe them. I feel light headed and cranky if I don’t start my day with a good breakfast. I like to always try and have a high protein breakfast because I find it keeps me fuller longer. Here are some wonderfully delicious High Protein Breakfasts are sure to satisfy. Some will work on a low carb or Keto diet as is, and others with modifications. If you are not on a high protein diet, but are just looking to get more protein in your diet, these are some tasty ways to do it. You might also enjoy these Healthy Breakfast Options to get the day started right!
Start the day out right, with a healthy high protein breakfast that will keep your sugar in check, boost your metabolism, and help you feel great! Click on the links below to grab these high protein breakfast recipes! Don’t forget to let my friends know you found them at Mess for Less!
22 High Protein Breakfasts
Chocolate Protein Overnight Oats by Strength and Sunshine – This healthy, gluten free recipe is one of my favorite high protein breakfasts because you can prepare it the night before and just grab and go in the morning.
Cheesy Vegetarian Overnight Breakfast Casserole by Crayons and Cravings – I often make meaty breakfast casseroles, but this is great option for vegetarians. All of the flavor with none of the meat.
Tomato & Cheese Omelette Muffins + Tuttorosso by The Little Kitchen – Making these in a muffin pan really helps to control portion size.
Banana Bread Pancakes with Caramelized Walnut Syrup by We’re Parents – These are not your traditional pancakes. They contain so much filling protein!
Ham, Cheese & Veggie Omelet Casserole by Mama to 6 Blessings – This breakfast recipe is a great way to use leftover ham.
Spinach and Sausage Quiche with Potato Crust by Midlife Healthy Eating – This quiche is packed with good for you spinach.
Mexican Bean Breakfast Skillet by The Kitchen Magpie – This makes a wonderful weekend breakfast and I love the addition of the beans and tomatoes.
Chocolate Chip Protein Pancakes by Everyday Shortcuts – These yummy pancakes are made with a protein shake and are just delicious.
Low Carb Egg Muffins with Cauliflower and Parmesan by April Golightly – I love the idea of making these ahead of time and having an easy breakfast for the rest of the week.
Microwavable Egg Omelet in a Mug by Walking on Sunshine – Have you ever made breakfast in a mug before? This simple egg breakfast cannot be easier.
Healthy Spinach Egg White Muffins by Whisk Affair – Egg whites have never looked or tasted so good!
Overnight Oatmeal Pumpkin Pie Oatmeal by Creative Green Living – During the Fall, pumpkin is everywhere. Join in the pumpkin craze with this yummy oatmeal.
Corned Beef Hash Breakfast Skillet by Peace Love and Low Carb – I don’t find a lot of breakfast recipes that use corned beef, so when I do, I take notice. This is a great one!
Peanut Butter Banana Protein Pancakes by Creative Green Living – This pancake breakfast contains 22 grams of protein. What a filling way to start the day.
Instant Pot Egg Bites by Penny Pincher Jenny – I love these eggs at Starbucks, and now you can learn how to make your own at home for a fraction of the cost.
Breakfast Roll-Ups by Hustle Mom Repeat – These are so easy, even kids can help to make them. In the mornings I need all the help I can get.
Protein Granola by Gluten Free on a Shoestring – If you are on the Weight Watchers plan, this granola is just 8 points per serving.
Vegan Chickpea Scramble by Strength and Sunshine – Chickpeas provide the protein in this meal which is perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Layered Rainbow Chia Pudding by Creative Green Living – Chia seeds contain high quality protein. Combine that with the fresh fruit in this pudding and you have one heck of a breakfast.
Homemade Potato Breakfast Bake by That Guy Who Grills – This is a great breakfast to make to feed a crowd.
Peanut Butter Cheesecake Overnight Oats by We’re Parents -The peanut butter packs a protein punch in this breakfast made for cheesecake lovers.
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camila says
What an awesome round up, Vicky. Thanks for gathering all of these amazing hight protein breakfasts together!! q
Danielle says
This is the perfect roundup post for me! I’ve been looking for some more breakfast ideas, and I get hungry by 10 am if my breakfast doesn’t have enough protein.
Rae says
That Mexican Bean skillet recipe is right up my alley! I’m usually a muffin and coffee in the morning kind of girl, but these recipes might make me change my ways.