Description
These Breakfast Protein Biscuits are a hearty, savory treat packed with Greek yogurt, eggs, and a variety of flavorful mix-ins like ham, cheese, spinach, and herbs. Perfect for a protein-rich breakfast on the go, they offer a denser, filling alternative to traditional flaky biscuits and come in two delicious variations: Ham, Cheese & Chive and Mediterranean Sausage.
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 and prepare tray: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking tray with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt and eggs until fully combined and smooth.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, ground flaxseed, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, baking powder, and salt, mixing well.
- Combine wet and dry: Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing thoroughly to form a dough.
- Add mix-ins: Incorporate your chosen variation’s vegetables, herbs, cooked meat, and 1 cup of the shredded cheese into the dough. Mix well—using your hands may help to ensure everything is fully combined.
- Shape biscuits: Lightly flour your hands and divide the dough into 12 even-sized, 1-inch thick round disk-shaped biscuits, roughly 1/3 cup of batter each. Arrange them evenly on the prepared baking tray(s), leaving enough space between each biscuit.
- Add cheese topping: Sprinkle the tops of the biscuits with the remaining shredded cheese for a nice golden finish.
- Bake: Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 5 minutes. Then reduce the temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and bake for an additional 20 minutes without opening the oven door in between.
- Check doneness: Your biscuits are done when the bottoms are golden brown and the tops are just beginning to brown.
- Cool and serve: Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving for a warm and satisfying breakfast.
Notes
- These biscuits are denser and heartier than traditional flaky biscuits due to the lack of butter and fat, making them perfect for a filling breakfast on busy mornings.
- Ground flaxseed can be substituted with an additional ¼ cup of flour if desired, but this will reduce the protein content of the biscuits.
- When substituting meats, always ensure they are fully cooked before adding them to the batter to maintain food safety.
- The nutrition information is an estimation based on the original Ham, Cheese & Chive variation and should be used as a guideline, not a strict rule for dietary choices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
