7 High-Protein Breakfasts to Jumpstart Weight Loss and Control Cravings

Starting your day with protein can make a noticeable difference. It helps you feel more grounded and less distracted by the need to constantly snack or refuel. These high-protein breakfast ideas are built with real food and practical ingredients that help support weight loss and steady energy. Instead of sugary cereals or empty carbs, these options offer real nutrition that helps you move closer to your goals!

Egg White Cinnamon Roll Oatmeal

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Swirled with creamy, buttery, cinnamon sugar and packed with protein, this egg white oatmeal is the perfect way to kick off your day! Whip up a mug of this high-protein oatmeal and enjoy it on a cool day as a lazy brunch. You won’t be disappointed.

Get the recipe: Cinnamon Roll Oatmeal

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

Gluten-Free Fluffy Protein Pancakes

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Skip the time in the kitchen and fuel up your breakfast with these sheet pan protein pancakes. Light, fluffy, and with 25 grams of protein per serving, these gluten-free pancakes can also be made in advance for meal prep! To learn more: Sheet Pan Protein Pancakes

Baked Peanut Butter Protein Oats

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Enjoy the classic peanut butter and chocolate combo with these individual portions of protein-baked oats! With 22 grams of protein, this breakfast is a great way to fuel up in the morning while enjoying something sweet.

Get the recipe: Peanut Butter Baked Protein Oats

Easy Cookie Dough Overnight Oats

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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

Creamy Coffee Chia Pudding

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Indulge in this creamy, coffee chia pudding first thing in the morning or for an afternoon energy boost. This dairy-free chia pudding recipe is easy, make-ahead meal that can satisfy a sweet tooth just as well as it can fuel you up!

Get the recipe: Dairy-Free Coffee Chia Pudding

High-Protein Mug Pancake

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Ready in just 2 minutes this high protein pancake bowl makes for a fueling breakfast on busy mornings. With 34 grams of protein and requires only 4 ingredients, each bite of this mug pancake is soft, sweet, and delicious.To learn more: Mug Protein Pancake