9 High-Protein Breakfast Recipes That Will Make You Excited to Get Out of Bed in the Morning!

Looking for high-protein breakfasts that actually taste good? I’m sharing nine of my favorite tried-and-true recipes, each containing 30 to 40 grams of protein per serving!

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I’ve been prioritizing protein in my diet for the last few years after tracking my protein for a week and realizing my intake was dismally low! Everyone is different, but I try to eat approximately my body weight in grams of protein per day, and that works out great for me.

Along the way, I’ve figured out some great recipes as well as a few products (most of which can be found in your local grocery store) that make getting in enough protein each day a total breeze. Eating a high-protein breakfast is a great way to start your day off on the right foot, so let’s get started!

A Few Ingredient Notes

Before we get to the delicious recipes, here are a few quick notes about the ingredients you need to know:

High-Protein Breakfast Recipes

✨ All breakfasts below serve one. ✨

Strawberry Cheesecake Smoothie (33g protein)

• 1 cup fat-free high-protein milk
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
• 1 tbsp sugar-free cheesecake pudding mix (dry powder; not prepared)
• 1/2 cup frozen strawberries
• 1/2 cup ice
• Water, if needed to thin out

To make:

• Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. If the smoothie is too thick, add water until you reach your desired consistency (or it can be served as a smoothie bowl).

Peanut Butter Smoothie (40g protein)

• 1 cup high-protein milk
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
• 2 tbsp unsweetened peanut butter
• Natural sweetener (such as stevia) to taste
• 1/2 cup ice, or more if desired
• Water, if needed to thin out
• Optional toppings: peanuts and/or chopped no sugar added chocolate

To make:

• Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. If the smoothie is too thick, add water until you reach your desired consistency (or it can be served as a smoothie bowl).

Greek Yogurt Parfait (35g protein)

• 1 1/2 cups 0% or 2% Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
• 1/2 cup berries of choice
• 2 tbsp Whole Foods 365 Honey Almond Flax Protein & Fiber Crunch or other high-protein granola
• Drizzle of honey (optional)

To make:

• Into a small cup or bow, layer Greek yogurt, berries, and granola in your desired order. Optionally drizzle with honey.

Creamy Scrambled Eggs (32g protein)

• 4 large eggs
• 1/3 cup 2% or 4% milkfat cottage cheese
• 2 tsp softened butter or olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

To make:

• Whisk eggs, cottage cheese, salt, and pepper together.
• Cover the bottom of a cold pan (yes, start with a cold pan!) with your softened butter or olive oil, then turn on the heat to low-medium.
• Cook slowly, moving the eggs around the pan often, until they are fully cooked and fluffy. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste if desired.

Smoked Salmon Avocado Toast (32g protein)

• 1 slice Dave’s Killer Bread Organic 21 Whole Grains and Seeds Bread or other high-protein bread
• 5 oz sliced smoked salmon
• 1/4 cup avocado, mashed
• Lemon juice
• Fresh herbs (optional)

To make:

• Toast bread.
• Spread mashed avocado on toast, then top with smoked salmon and a squeeze of lemon juice. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
• Want to make a high-protein breakfast sandwich? Each slice of Dave’s Killer Bread contains 5g protein, so you can pair two slices with your high-protein fillings of choice (like scrambled eggs or egg whites, or sliced meats and cheese) to make your sandwich. Toast it in a panini press for the ultimate treat!

Protein Granola (33g protein)

• 1 serving Whole Foods 365 Honey Almond Flax Protein & Fiber Crunch or other high-protein granola
• 1 cup high-protein milk mixed with 1/2 scoop protein powder
• Fresh fruit (optional)

To make:

• Add to a bowl and serve.

Chia Seed Pudding (39g protein)

• 3 tbsp chia seeds
• 1 cup high-protein milk
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
• Fresh fruit (optional)

To make:

• To a small bowl or glass jar, add chia seeds and milk. Mix, then stir in protein powder, and refrigerate overnight.
• Optionally serve with fruit. If desired, you can serve in another jar and add the fruit and pudding in a layered effect like shown in the photo above.

Tropical Cottage Cheese Bowl (30g protein)

• 1 1/4 cups 2% or 4% milkfat cottage cheese
• 1/2 cup canned pineapple, drained
• 2 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut

To make:

• Mix cottage cheese with pineapple chunks and shredded coconut.
• Want to make this bowl savory? Skip the fruit and coconut flakes and add your favorite chopped veggies and savory seasonings.

Cheesecake in a Bowl (36g protein)

• 1 1/2 cups cups 0% or 2% Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
• 1 to 2 tbsp sugar-free cheesecake pudding mix (dry powder; not prepared)
• Splash of lemon juice (optional)
• Mixed berries (optional)

To make:

• Whisk all ingredients together until fully combined. Top with fruit if desired.
• This recipe works with any of the sugar-free pudding mix flavors; if you’re using another flavor, just omit the lemon juice.

I hope you found this post helpful! If you have any favorite high-protein breakfast recipes or ideas that you’d like to share, I’d love to hear from you in the comments.