10 High-Protein Breakfasts That Keep Cravings Away All Day

Tired of the roller-coaster mornings that leave you running on empty by 11 AM? The key to a productive, energetic day is a breakfast that offers long-lasting fuel, not a fast spike and crash. These simple high-protein options are made to keep your engine humming steadily for hours. Stop thinking about snacks and start focusing on your busy, brilliant day!

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

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

Creamy Matcha Banana Smoothie

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The ultimate morning pick me up! This matcha banana smoothie is creamy, refreshing, and packed with 58 grams of protein.

Get the recipe: Matcha Banana Smoothie

High-Protein Yogurt Pancakes

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Light, fluffy, and made with only six ingredients! These almond flour Greek yogurt pancakes are a breakfast staple. With 9 grams of protein per pancake, this recipe is a delicious way to take in some fuel in the morning.

Get the recipe: High Protein Yogurt Pancakes

Easy 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

Dairy-Free Breakfast Casserole

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Skip the chaos in the morning and whip up this gluten-free, dairy-free breakfast casserole! This egg casserole is a protein-packed, make-ahead breakfast for busy days. It’s grain-free, light, and lightly seasoned but with maximum flavor.

Get the recipe: Easy Breakfast Casserole

Papaya Smoothie Bowl

Wake up and feel like you’re on vacation with this papaya smoothie bowl! Made with juicy papaya, fresh lime juice, and creamy coconut milk this smoothie bowl is a breakfast that lifts you up.

Get the recipe: Papaya Smoothie Bowl

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

High-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

3-Ingredient Ground Beef 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