Description
These Breakfast Protein Biscuits offer a perfectly delicious start to your day, combining fluffy, savory biscuits with a boost of protein from vanilla protein powder, Greek yogurt, and optional turkey sausage or bacon. Ideal for meal prep, these biscuits bake up golden and tender with a cheesy, flavorful bite, making them a satisfying and nutritious breakfast option.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup cooked and crumbled turkey sausage or bacon (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives (optional)
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, vanilla protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined, forming the base for your biscuits.
- Cut in Butter: Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Using a pastry cutter or fork, cut the butter into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs, which is essential for flaky biscuits.
- Add Cheese and Extras: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, and if using, cooked crumbled turkey sausage or bacon, along with chopped chives to add savory flavor and texture.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the plain Greek yogurt, milk, honey, and large egg until smooth and well incorporated.
- Form Dough: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredient mixture. Stir gently with a spatula just until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing to keep the biscuits tender and light.
- Shape Biscuits: Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently pat it into a 1-inch thick rectangle. Use a round biscuit cutter to cut out individual biscuits and place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake the biscuits in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes or until the tops turn a beautiful golden brown, indicating they are cooked through and fluffy on the inside.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the biscuits from the oven and let them cool slightly on a rack. Serve warm for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a higher protein content, substitute with unflavored whey protein isolate instead of vanilla protein powder.
- These biscuits freeze well; store in an airtight container or freezer bag and reheat in the microwave or oven to enjoy later.
- For additional flavor, feel free to add herbs or spices like garlic powder or black pepper to the dry ingredients before mixing.
