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Breakfast Protein Biscuits


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  • Author: Maya Thornwell
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 Servings

Description

Soft, savory breakfast biscuits packed with protein from Greek yogurt, eggs, cheese, and hearty mix-ins. Ideal for meal prep, grab-and-go mornings, or brunch spreads.


Ingredients

Base Ingredients

  • 1¾ cups plain 2% Greek yogurt
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup ground flaxseed
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Ham & Cheese Chive Add-ins

  • 1½ cups spinach, wilted and squeezed dry
  • ½ cup chives, chopped
  • 1½ cups cheddar cheese (½ cup reserved)
  • 2 cups diced ham

OR Mediterranean Sausage Add-ins

  • 2 cups cooked Italian chicken sausage, crumbled
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1½ cups feta cheese (½ cup reserved)
  • 2 teaspoons dried basil
    • or ¼ cup fresh basil, added after baking


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk Greek yogurt and eggs until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix flour, flaxseed, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.
  4. Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and stir just until combined.
  5. Fold in chosen add-ins and 1 cup of the cheese.
  6. Scoop dough onto baking sheet, forming biscuit-shaped mounds.
  7. Top with remaining cheese.
  8. Bake for 22–26 minutes until golden and set.
  9. Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Avoid overmixing to keep biscuits tender.
  • Squeeze spinach thoroughly to prevent excess moisture.
  • Add 2–3 tablespoons milk if dough feels too thick.
  • Reheat gently for best texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes