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20 Delicious Protein Breakfast Recipes

ByAmee Livingston Updated:

I love starting out my morning with a hearty protein-packed breakfast. I’ve rounded up 20 delicious protein breakfast recipes to inspire your morning meal planning. Breakfast should be energizing, delicious and uncomplicated!

Delicious Protein Breakfast Recipes

Are you a breakfast eater? If not, try eating a mix of lean protein with a healthy carbohydrate source like whole grains, vegetables, or fresh fruit and a healthy source of fat and see how you feel. Recent research showed positive benefits in the health markers for type 2 diabetics that started their day with a high-energy breakfast.1  

Study participants showed an improvement in glucose control and weight loss. The study group ate three meals a day consisting of a big breakfast, average size lunch, and small dinner. They reported a better feeling of satiety with this eating plan. as opposed to six smaller meals throughout the day.

The best diet for you is the one that works with your individual physiology and this also applies to meal timing and frequency. Test and adjust, as needed. Be your own health advocate by listening to your body and go with what works for you!

If you don’t usually eat breakfast, your body may respond favorably to a change in your routine.

Delicious Protein Breakfast Recipes To Fuel Your Morning!

Blueberry Chocolate Smoothie Bowl

close up of a blueberry smoothie bowl topped with almonds, chocolate, blueberries, and chia seeds

Customizable Baked Ham and Egg Cups from Mind Full Mom

Sunrise Breakfast Protein Smoothie from It’s Yummi

Berry Oatmeal Breakfast Cake from Sugar-Free Mom

Blueberry Quinoa Breakfast Bars from Well Plated

Quinoa Breakfast Bars with Blueberry

Southwest Beef and Egg Muffins

Smoked Salmon Cream Cheese Breakfast Wraps from Diabetes Strong

Spinach Avocado Breakfast Quesadilla from Cookin’ Canuck

Spinach Avocado Breakfast Quesadilla-Cookin-Canuck

Cheesy Socca Breakfast Pizza from Cotter Crunch

Pumpkin Protein Muffins from To Simply Inspire

Vegan Chickpea Flour Omelet from Strength and Sunshine

Whole Wheat Protein Blender Waffles from It’s Yummi

Cherry Chocolate Protein Pancakes from A Magical Mess

Cherry chocolate pancakes

Paleo Breakfast Cups from Gym Craft Laundry

Peanut Butter Cheesecake Overnight Oats from We’re Parents

Ham and Cheese Breakfast Bars from Mom on Timeout

Avocado Toast with Eggs, Spinach, and Tomatoes from Two Peas and Their Pod

Quinoa Frittata Muffins from Aggie’s Kitchen

Quinoa Frittata Muffins- Aggie's Kitchen

Peanut Butter Banana White Chocolate Breakfast Cookies from Love from the Oven

Green Smoothie Granola Parfait from Oh Sweet Basil

References:
The Endocrine Society. “High-energy breakfast promotes weight loss: Diet helps reduce total daily insulin dose for type 2 diabetes.” ScienceDaily. ScienceDaily, 18 March 2018. <www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/03/180318144831.htm>.
 
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Hi, I'm Amee and I'm completely obsessed with all things fitness, recipe makeovers, and creating tasty, time-saving, recipes. Born and raised in South Carolina, I have a deep love for southern food culture. I am a Certified Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach, Cancer Exercise Specialist, recipe developer, and freelance content creator. I believe that anyone can be an amazing home cook, and there's nothing better than family time around the table!

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  1. Let”s take the debate a step further. Is bacon a “breakfast food or not? I mean it”s popular with every meal but it”s a breakfast staple so

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