High Protein Breakfast Recipes Ideas
Why Eat a High Protein Breakfast?
Hey guys, I did it. My wife is back to her pre-baby weight! After having our twins 18 months ago, she wanted to lose weight quickly, and she knew she had to start with eating right.
Now that she’s reached her goal, she wants to help others who are struggling with their post-pregnancy weight loss.
While it wasn’t extremely difficult, it did take about six weeks of dedication and commitment.
Besides fitness, the most important change she made was her diet, and adding high protein breakfast foods made a huge difference!
My Plan for Fast Weight Loss
My wife wanted to incorporate exercise into her weekly routine to speed up the weight loss process, so she joined Orange Theory in September 2024.
By late February 2025, she hadn’t lost much weight, but that didn’t worry her too much. Muscle is denser than fat — while they weigh the same, muscle takes up much less space — and she saw incredible changes in her muscle tone.
After six months of getting her body fit and toned, she turned her attention to her diet.
Following a High Protein Diet for Weight Loss
During the time she was breastfeeding, she was eating an entire pack of OREOs every two to three days (she wasn’t sharing either!).
She needed the calories, but the sugar and fat were definitely not helping. She was only ten pounds above her pre-pregnancy weight, so she decided it was time to take the plunge and get rid of the remaining weight.
Beach season was rapidly approaching and she wanted to look her best in a bikini!
Counting calories is a huge no-no for her, but she made a point to eat less and in moderation.
Her most important meals were breakfast and lunch, which she made sure were packed with protein and nutrient-dense.
Usually, she would have a protein shake or a protein bar to make it a quick, easy, nutritious meal replacement. She didn’t snack in between meals (getting Invisalign during this time helped with that), and then she ate the same dinner our family had.
If we had fajitas, she traded the tortilla for lettuce for a healthy, low-calorie meal. If we ate pulled pork sandwiches, she tossed her pork over salad or only took half a bun to cut back on carbs without sacrificing protein.
My Quick Weight Loss Diet
By being strict on her diet plan to lose weight, she was able to do it quickly and effectively. She drank a lot of Bubly, which has zero calories and zero sweeteners, but the fizz and taste helped curb her cravings!
Focusing on eating a healthy protein breakfast helped her the most because it was the easiest way to get off on the right foot and maintain her cravings during the day.
Best Weight Loss Protein Products
Her favorite morning protein powder for healthy protein shakes is BSN SYNTHA-6 Edge Protein Powder in Vanilla Milkshake. Vanilla seems to be the most versatile.
She always throws in a very large handful of spinach when she adds it to smoothies because you can’t taste it, and your body loves it! Another good shake blend is Chocolate Milkshake Protein Powder.
If you add a small touch of peppermint extract, it tastes just like mint chocolate chip! Protein bars are by no means a five-star dessert, but they fill you up and get the job done. This Birthday Cake Thin bar was her favorite.
What is a High Protein Breakfast?
To start your day off right, curb cravings, and prevent that dreaded midday crash, you’re going to need lots of protein in your breakfast.
If you’re looking for breakfast foods high in protein, make sure your kitchen is stocked with foods like Greek yogurt, turkey sausage, eggs, and crunchy peanut butter, which all have 8-20 grams of protein per serving.
Having plain yogurt every morning can get pretty tiresome, so I’ve put together a list of the best, quick high protein breakfast recipes for weight loss.
These High Protein Breakfast Ideas are here to give you a jump start to the day. Whether looking for more energy or wanting to drop a few pounds, these are some tasty (and super easy) recipes for you to accomplish your goal. Enjoy!
Energy Bites
Energy bites are so easy and flavorful — anyone can make them! These perfect No Bake Energy Bites {Cheerful Choices} pack so much flavor in one bite. Plus, they’re full of protein and fiber to keep snacking at bay.
Turkey Sausage Spinach Cups
These Turkey Sausage Spinach Cups {Haute and Healthy Living} are a great way to pack protein into your day. They’re an easy, portable, and healthy protein breakfast or snack option, and you can even make them ahead of time for hectic days! If you prefer a high protein veggie breakfast without the meat, you can totally leave out the sausage.
Soft or Hard Boiled Eggs
If you’re looking for high protein breakfasts for weight loss, perfecting your Soft or Hard Boiled Egg {Wanderings in My Kitchen} is a must. You can make a batch ahead of time and keep them in your fridge for a quick bite. I love this recipe because it shows exactly how many minutes for a delicious soft boiled egg or for the perfect hard boiled egg, no matter what your preference is. They’re my absolute favorite with a sprinkling of some Lawry’s Seasoning Salt on top!
Coffee Protein Smoothie
Get your caffeine and protein in one by leveling up your smoothie with protein powder and frozen coffee! Turn on the blender and mix up this Coffee Protein Smoothie {Diethood} for a cool breakfast drink. This smoothie is packed with protein — you’ll be surprised at how filling it really is. I’ve made it my go-to choice for breakfast since there’s no prep involved!
Berry Pancake Protein Bites
Protein bites are my favorite way to get nutrients fast in the morning, and Jessica’s pancake twist is irresistible. Make these Berry Pancake Protein Bites {Butter with a Side of Bread} for an easy and delicious burst of energy in your morning!
Peanut Butter Overnight Oatmeal
You’ll want to wake up early just to dig into these easy overnight oats. This Quick and Easy Peanut Butter Overnight Oatmeal {Baking You Happier} is a delicious high protein oatmeal recipe, plus it saves you from having to boil oats in the morning. Make it with PB2 Peanut Powder for all the peanut buttery goodness without all the calories.
4-Ingredient Protein Pancakes
Who has time to bake pancakes during the week? Good news: you can make these 4-Ingredient Protein Pancakes {Skinny Ms} ahead of time and stick them in the freezer. When you need them, zap them in the microwave for 30-60 seconds for a quick and healthy protein breakfast that feels fancy!
Hummus Avocado Toast
Avocado toast is all the rage for a good reason. Hummus Avocado Toast {Eating Bird Food} gets topped with red onion, cilantro, and hemp seeds for a healthy, high protein, low-calorie breakfast. Use store-bought hummus to save major time.
Blueberry Sweet Potato Breakfast Meatballs
Meatballs for breakfast? Sounds weird, tastes amazing! These Blueberry Sweet Potato Breakfast Meatballs {Fed and Fit} are full of healthy carbs, protein, and greens — I’d call that a win! Plus, they’re super easy to grab on the go.
Peanut Butter Banana Protein Baked Oatmeal Bars
Make these on Sunday and enjoy them all week long. Peanut Butter Banana Protein Baked Oatmeal Bars {Nutrition Starring You} deliver fiber and protein in a delicious package.
Latte Overnight Oats with Greek Yogurt
These Latte Overnight Oats with Greek Yogurt {Food Faith Fitness} have only 5 ingredients and combine protein-packed yogurt and oats for the ultimate healthy protein breakfast.
Pumpkin Oatmeal Bake
This Pumpkin Oatmeal Bake {Peanut Butter and Fitness} has a whopping 15 grams protein per piece! It’s perfect for chilly mornings and can feed the whole family.
Greek Yogurt Oat Mango Muffins
These Greek Yogurt Oat Mango Muffins {Hello Veggie} are an unexpected twist on your typical muffin. They’re the best protein breakfast for when you’re tired of the usual suspects.
Variety of Egg Muffin Cup Recipes
Shake up your everyday egg muffin recipe with a Variety of Egg Muffin Cup Recipes {Life Made Sweeter}. The sky’s the limit with these, so your protein egg breakfasts will never get boring.
Blueberry Chocolate Chip Breakfast Cookies
No, you’re not dreaming. Cookies for breakfast are a thing! These Blueberry Chocolate Chip Breakfast Cookies {The Tolerant Tummy} have protein-packed ingredients like oats, bananas, and nut butter, so it’s a healthy protein breakfast in disguise.
Cinnamon Apple Smoothie
I make this Cinnamon Apple Smoothie {The Gracious Pantry} a few days a week. I tweak it by throwing in half a Granny Smith apple, a good amount of spinach, and a scoop of Vanilla Milkshake Protein Powder (this is a MUST!).
Chocolate Mint Protein Shake
Another smoothie I love for mornings is this Chocolate Mint Protein Shake {Nutritionist Reviews}. When I’m cutting back on extra sugar, I leave out the banana. If you don’t have fresh mint on hand, peppermint extract works in a pinch!
Mixed Berry Oatmeal Muffins
Move over, boring muffins — these Mixed Berry Oatmeal Muffins {Peanut Butter and Fitness} have 12 grams of protein per muffin, are gluten-free and dairy-free, and are as delicious as they are wholesome!
Smoked Salmon, Spinach and Egg White Wraps
These 10-minute Smoked Salmon, Spinach and Egg White Wraps {Haute and Healthy Living} take a healthy protein breakfast to a whole new level.
Final Words
By working more high protein breakfast foods into your diet, you’ll start to see some amazing changes happening. I love having more energy, a clearer mind, and feeling just the right amount of full when I start my days. With 5 kids, it’s totally necessary!
