Description
These Breakfast Protein Biscuits are a hearty and flavorful option perfect for busy mornings. Made with Greek yogurt, eggs, and a blend of herbs, cheese, and meats, these biscuits offer a satisfying protein boost. Choose from the original Ham, Cheese & Chive variation or a Mediterranean Sausage version to suit your taste. Baked to golden perfection, they provide a delicious, grab-and-go breakfast that’s denser and more filling than traditional flaky biscuits.
Ingredients
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Base Biscuit
- 1 3/4 cups plain 2% Greek yogurt
- 4 eggs
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons salt
Ham, Cheese & Chive Variation
- 1.5 cups spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup chives, finely diced
- 1.5 cups cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
- 2 cups cooked ham, diced
Mediterranean Sausage Variation
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups Italian chicken sausage, cooked and removed from casing
- 1.5 cups feta cheese
- 1.5 cups spinach, chopped
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt and eggs until smooth.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate medium mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, ground flaxseed, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Slowly add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing well to form a dough.
- Add Mix-ins: Incorporate your chosen mix-ins (vegetables, herbs, cooked meat) along with 1 cup of cheese. Mix until fully combined, using your hands if necessary to ensure uniform texture.
- Shape Biscuits: Lightly flour your hands and divide the dough into 12 even-sized, 1-inch thick round discs (about ⅓ cup each). Arrange them spaced evenly on the prepared baking tray(s). Sprinkle the tops with the remaining cheese.
- Bake Biscuits: Bake at 400°F for 5 minutes. Then reduce the oven temperature to 350°F and bake for an additional 20 minutes without opening the oven door.
- Check for Doneness: When the bottoms of the biscuits are golden brown and the tops begin to brown, remove them from the oven. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- These biscuits are denser and heartier than traditional flaky biscuits due to the lack of butter and fat, making them a filling breakfast option.
- Ground flaxseed can be replaced with an additional ¼ cup of all-purpose flour, but this will reduce the protein content.
- Ensure any meat used is fully cooked before adding it to the batter to avoid food safety issues.
- Depending on your baking tray size, you may need two trays to ensure biscuits are evenly spaced and bake evenly.
- The nutrition information provided is an estimate based on the Ham, Cheese & Chive variation and serves as a guide rather than an exact measurement.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
