Your Ultimate Guide to the Breakfast Protein Biscuit: The Savory, Freezer-Friendly Morning Savior
Start your mornings with warm, fluffy, protein-packed biscuits! These versatile biscuits can be filled with classic ham, cheddar, and chives—or Mediterranean-style sausage, feta, and sun-dried tomatoes. Perfect for on-the-go breakfasts, meal prep, or a cozy morning at home, they’re flavorful, filling, and freezer-friendly.
Ingredients
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1¾ cups plain 2% Greek yogurt
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4 large eggs (room temperature)
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2½ cups all-purpose flour
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¼ cup ground flaxseed
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1 tbsp baking powder
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2 tsp salt
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1 tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Ham & Cheese Chive Add-ins:
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1½ cups spinach, wilted and squeezed dry
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½ cup chives, chopped
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1½ cups cheddar cheese (reserve ½ cup for topping)
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2 cups diced ham
OR Mediterranean Sausage Add-ins:
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2 cups cooked Italian chicken sausage, crumbled
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½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
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1½ cups feta cheese (reserve ½ cup for topping)
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2 tsp dried basil (or ¼ cup fresh, added after baking)
Instructions
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Preheat Oven:
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Set oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or grease a muffin tin.
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Mix Wet Ingredients:
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Whisk Greek yogurt and eggs together until smooth.
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Add Dry Ingredients:
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Stir in flour, flaxseed, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes until just combined.
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Fold in Add-ins:
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Gently fold in your chosen mix-ins (ham & cheese or Mediterranean sausage mix).
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Scoop Dough:
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Use ⅓ cup of dough per biscuit. Place on baking sheet or fill muffin wells.
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Top & Bake:
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Sprinkle reserved cheese or feta on top.
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Bake 25 minutes until golden and firm.
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Cool & Serve:
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Let cool 10 minutes before serving or storing.
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Notes
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Make Ahead: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
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Mix-ins: Swap fillings to your taste—bacon, mushrooms, or roasted peppers work great.
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Cheese: Use freshly shredded cheese for best melting results.