Description

These Breakfast Protein Biscuits are fluffy, savory, and packed with protein, making them an ideal start to your day. Combining Greek yogurt, eggs, cheddar cheese, ham, and nutrient-rich spinach, these biscuits are easy to prepare and bake to golden perfection. Thanks to the combination of high-quality ingredients like Greek yogurt and ground flaxseed, these biscuits deliver a satisfying texture while providing 14 grams of protein per serving. Whether enjoyed warm right out of the oven or packed for a nutritious on-the-go meal, they offer a delicious, hearty alternative to traditional breakfast pastries.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

1¾ cups Plain 2% Greek Yogurt
4 Large Eggs, room temperature

Dry Ingredients

2½ cups All-Purpose Flour
¼ cup Ground Flaxseed
1 tablespoon Baking Powder
2 teaspoons Salt
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
½ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (optional)

Mix-Ins

1½ cups Spinach, wilted & squeezed dry
½ cup Chives, chopped
1½ cups Cheddar Cheese (½ cup reserved for topping)
2 cups Diced Ham

Instructions

Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare your baking equipment by either lining a baking sheet with parchment paper or greasing a muffin tin to prevent sticking.
Combine wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt and room temperature eggs until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
Add dry ingredients: Gradually stir in the all-purpose flour, ground flaxseed, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir just until combined; it’s important not to overmix so the dough remains airy with some lumps.
Incorporate mix-ins: Fold in the wilted spinach, chopped chives, diced ham, and the majority of the cheddar cheese using a spatula with gentle cutting motions to maintain the dough’s light texture.
Portion the dough: Use a ⅓ cup measuring cup or ice cream scoop to portion the biscuit dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing each about two inches apart. Alternatively, fill muffin tin wells nearly to the top with dough for a uniform shape.
Add cheese topping: Sprinkle the reserved ½ cup of cheddar cheese evenly on top of each biscuit to create a golden, flavorful crust as they bake.
Bake: Place the biscuits in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and are firm to the touch when gently pressed.
Cool and serve: Let the biscuits cool for 10 minutes before serving or storing to allow them to set for perfect texture and easy handling.

Notes

Use thick Greek yogurt for the right dough consistency; if using regular yogurt, strain it to remove excess moisture or reduce the quantity.
Wet your hands before shaping the dough to handle sticky texture without mess.
Wilt and thoroughly squeeze the spinach dry to avoid soggy biscuits.
Check your baking powder’s freshness to ensure a good rise.
Using room temperature eggs helps them blend more smoothly with the yogurt for a consistent batter.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

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