Description
These Breakfast Protein Biscuits are a delicious and nutritious way to start your day. Packed with whole wheat flour, Greek yogurt, and protein powder, these biscuits are high in protein and flavor, making them a perfect breakfast option.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon coconut sugar or brown sugar
- 1 scoop (about 30g) unflavored or vanilla protein powder
Wet Ingredients:
- ½ cup unsalted butter (cold and cut into cubes)
- ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 large egg (optional for brushing)
- cooking spray or extra flour for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sugar, and protein powder.
- Add butter: Add the cold butter and work it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add wet ingredients: Stir in the Greek yogurt and milk until a soft dough forms.
- Knead and shape: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, knead lightly, pat into a circle, and cut out rounds.
- Bake: Brush with egg, if desired, and bake for 12–14 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool and serve: Let the biscuits cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Add shredded cheese, herbs, or cooked bacon bits for extra flavor.
- These biscuits freeze well and can be reheated in a toaster oven or microwave.
- For additional protein, serve with eggs or nut butter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
