Breakfast Protein Biscuits
These savory biscuits are packed with protein from Greek yogurt, eggs, and ham, providing a delicious and energizing start to your day.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1.75 cups plain 2% Greek yogurt
- 4 pieces eggs
Dry Ingredients
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cups ground flaxseed
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons salt
Mix-ins
- 1.5 cups spinach, chopped
- 0.5 cups chives, finely diced
- 1.5 cups cheddar cheese, shredded divided
- 2 cups cooked ham, diced
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt and eggs until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, ground flaxseed, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, baking powder, and salt.
- Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing well to avoid lumps.
- Add the spinach, chives, 1 cup of the shredded cheese, and the diced ham. Mix until everything is combined.
- Lightly flour your hands and divide the dough into 12 even-sized round biscuit shapes (about ⅓ cup of batter each).
- Place the biscuits on the baking tray and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
Baking
- Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
- Lower the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and bake for another 20 minutes without opening the oven.
- The biscuits are done when the bottom is golden brown and the tops are just beginning to brown.
Notes
These biscuits are best served warm. Enjoy them plain or with butter. They also pair well with fruit or hot sauce. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze for longer storage. Thaw before warming in the oven or microwave.