High Protein Breakfast Biscuits: Easy Meal Prep (Print Version)

High Protein Breakfast Biscuits are perfect for easy meal prep. Enjoy fluffy, savory biscuits packed with protein to fuel your morning. Simple to make!

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American

# Ingredients:

→ Protein-Packed Base

01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup unflavored whey protein isolate
03 - 1 tbsp baking powder
04 - 1/2 tsp baking soda
05 - 1/2 tsp fine sea salt

→ Rich & Flaky Essentials

06 - 6 tbsp unsalted butter, very cold and cubed
07 - 3/4 cup buttermilk, cold

→ Savory Flavor Boosters

08 - 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
09 - 1 tbsp dried chives
10 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
11 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
12 - Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)

→ Golden Finish

13 - 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)

# Instructions:

01 - In a large bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup unflavored whey protein isolate, 1 tbsp baking powder, 1/2 tsp baking soda, and 1/2 tsp fine sea salt. This creates the protein-packed base for your biscuits.
02 - Add 6 tbsp very cold, cubed unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry blender or your fingertips to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces. This is key for flaky High Protein Breakfast Biscuits.
03 - Pour in 3/4 cup cold buttermilk. Add 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 1 tbsp dried chives, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and an optional pinch of cayenne pepper. Mix gently with a spoon until just combined; do not overmix.
04 - Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface. Gently knead 3-4 times, then pat or roll to about 3/4-inch thickness. Use a 2.5-inch biscuit cutter to cut out 8 biscuits, arranging them on the prepared baking sheet. This careful handling ensures tender High Protein Breakfast Biscuits: Easy Meal Prep Recipe.
05 - In a small bowl, beat 1 large egg for the egg wash. Brush the tops of each biscuit with the beaten egg. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Enjoy your fresh High Protein Breakfast Biscuits: Easy Meal Prep Recipe!

# Notes:

01 - Storage Tip: Store cooled biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 1 month. Reheat in a toaster oven or microwave.
02 - Buttermilk Substitute: If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 3/4 tbsp lemon juice or white vinegar to 3/4 cup milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
03 - Flakiness Secret: Ensure your butter and buttermilk are very cold. This prevents the butter from fully incorporating, creating steam pockets during baking for a wonderfully flaky texture.
04 - Serving Suggestion: These savory biscuits are delicious on their own, or split and filled with scrambled eggs, bacon, or a slice of avocado for a complete breakfast.

# Tools You'll Need:

01 - Large mixing bowl
02 - Pastry blender or fork
03 - Measuring cups and spoons
04 - Baking sheet
05 - Parchment paper
06 - Rolling pin
07 - Biscuit cutter (2.5-inch)

# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

Calories: 238 kcal
Total Fat: 12 g
Total Carbohydrate: 20 g
Protein: 12 g

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