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Bertha Jones

Breakfast Protein Biscuits

Delightful, hearty biscuits packed with protein and flavor, perfect for meal prep or family brunches.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 biscuits
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 1.75 cups Plain 2% Greek Yogurt
  • 4 Large Eggs (room temperature) Use room temperature for better mixing.
Dry Ingredients
  • 2.5 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 0.25 cups Ground Flaxseed
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder
  • 2 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 0.5 tsp Red Pepper Flakes (optional) For a spicy kick.
Mix-ins
  • 1.5 cups Spinach, wilted & squeezed dry Ensure excess moisture is removed.
  • 0.5 cups Chives, chopped Feel free to swap for other herbs.
  • 1.5 cups Cheddar Cheese (½ cup reserved for topping)
  • 2 cups Diced Ham
  • 2 cups Cooked Italian Chicken Sausage, crumbled Can use turkey sausage for a lighter option.
  • 0.5 cups Sun-Dried Tomatoes, chopped
  • 1.5 cups Feta Cheese (½ cup reserved for topping)
  • 2 tsp Dried Basil (or ¼ cup fresh to be added after baking)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking sheet or grease a muffin tin.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk the Greek yogurt and eggs together until smooth.
  3. Add the dry ingredients—flour, flaxseed, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and optional red pepper flakes. Mix until just combined.
  4. Carefully fold in your chosen mix-ins, such as diced ham and cheese or the Mediterranean combination.
Baking
  1. Scoop ⅓ cup of the dough per biscuit. Place them on the baking sheet or fill the muffin wells.
  2. Top each biscuit with reserved cheese or feta.
  3. Bake for about 25 minutes, until the biscuits are golden and firm to the touch.
  4. Allow the biscuits to cool for 10 minutes before serving or storing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage. To reheat, use the oven or microwave until warmed through.

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