7 High-Protein Breakfasts That Keep You Energized

A good breakfast sets the tone for your whole day, and adding more protein is one of the simplest ways to make it count. With just a few simple swaps, you can create breakfasts that taste great and keep you going for hours. These ideas are quick, satisfying, and perfect for busy mornings. You don’t have to be a fitness expert to enjoy the benefits, just pick a recipe and dig in!

Greek Yogurt Protein Pancakes

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The easiest pancakes you’ll ever make, these 3 ingredient protein pancakes are a flourless pancake recipe that can be adapted to any flavor. Made with vegan protein powder and Greek yogurt they have over 25 grams of protein per serving to ensure you stay full throughout the morning.

Get the recipe: 3-Ingredient Protein Pancakes

Ground Beef and Egg Scramble

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The easiest, high-protein breakfast to feast on. This ground beef and eggs skillet is made with just 3 ingredients and totally healthy. Savory bites of seasoned ground beef mixed with fluffy scrambled eggs and swirled with salsa, this high-protein breakfast scramble is versatile and delicious. To learn more: Ground Beef Scramble

Chocolate Overnight Oats

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Fuel up your breakfast with these delicious high-protein overnight oats without protein powder! Thick and rich, these protein overnight oats are topped with a thick, creamy chocolate ganache for maximum indulgence.

Get the recipe: Overnight Oats Without Protein Powder

Paleo Protein Crepes

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With 22 grams of protein per serving these protein crepes can easily be an everyday thing! They’re light, low-carb, totally paleo, and can be made into a sweet to savory breakfast depending on your mood.

Get the recipe: Protein Crepes

Easy Cinnamon French Toast

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Indulge in your breakfast with this high-protein French toast! Made with gluten-free bread and soaked in a cinnamon maple blend of eggs and collagen powder, this easy French toast recipe is a decadent way to kick off the day!

Get the recipe: High Protein French Toast

Dairy-Free Peanut Butter Chia Pudding

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Creamy, delicious, and easy to make! This protein powder chia pudding is swirled with creamy peanut butter, topped with chocolate chips and packs in 19 grams of protein. Whip it up ahead of time for a make-ahead breakfast (or snack) and gain some fuel from something that tastes like dessert!

Get the recipe: Peanut Butter Chia Pudding

Blended Cinnamon Roll Oats

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Thick, creamy, and smooth these blended overnight oats are the best way to start your day. High in protein (36 grams!) and with a sweet cinnamon flavor this overnight oats recipe is almost like an oatmeal pudding that you’ll keep coming back to.

Get the recipe: Cinnamon Roll Oats