10 High-Protein Breakfasts That Jumpstart Fat Loss

If you’ve been relying on a quick piece of toast or just a cup of coffee to get you through the morning, it’s time for a total kitchen refresh. Shifting your focus toward high-protein options can be a total game-changer for how you feel as you navigate your busy mom life. These breakfast ideas are centered around real, simple foods that help you maintain steady energy levels so you don't hit a wall before lunch. Let’s find your new favorite morning staple and get your day moving in the right direction!

Low-Carb Carnivore Casserole

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Skyrocket your protein intake and crush your weekly meal prep with this carnivore casserole. With a blend of seasoned eggs, ground beef, and bacon you get all the savory flavors you like with a low-carb, high-protein twist. To learn more: Carnivore Cassserole

Almond Flour Protein Waffles

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Light, fluffy waffles with a fueling boost. These high-protein waffles make for a comforting breakfast. Made with protein powder and almond flour to keep them dairy-free and gluten-free, with 20 grams of protein they’re a breakfast that will keep you full for hours. To learn more: Protein Waffles

Cookie Dough Overnight Oats

A creamy and indulgent high-protein overnight oats recipe made in a jar to make for an easy, healthy breakfast or on-the-go high-protein snack! Swirled with almond hazelnut butter and chocolate chips these cookie dough oats make for a delicious, satisfying breakfast or post-workout meal.

Get the recipe: Cookie Dough Overnight Oats

Slow Cooker Porridge

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Rich in flavor, high in fiber, and with a punch of protein! This slow cooker porridge makes for an easy, healthy morning breakfast. Pop it into the slow cooker the night before and wake up to breakfast ready and waiting.

Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Porridge

Double Chocolate Baked Oats

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Naturally dairy-free, made with protein powder and sweetened with maple syrup this high-protein oatmeal has a gooey chocolate center to curb morning blues and give you some fuel to start your day.

Get the recipe: Double Chocolate Oats

Ground Beef and Eggs Skillet

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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

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

Whole30 Chicken Omelet

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Amp up your daily protein and stay full throughout the morning with this savory chicken omelet recipe. Loaded with vegetables and easy seasonings, this whole omelet recipe is one you’ll make again and again because it’s so simple!

To learn more: Chicken Omelet

Dairy-Free Chocolate 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

Creamy Strawberry Smoothie Bowl

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Start your day with a delicious, nutrient-packed breakfast! This strawberry smoothie bowl is creamy, refreshing, and made in just five minutes. Though the base of the smoothie bowl is simple, top it with the best smoothie bowl toppings to create something new each and every time.

Get the recipe: Strawberry Protein Smoothie Bowl