Description
These Breakfast Protein Biscuits are a hearty, denser alternative to traditional flaky biscuits, made with Greek yogurt, eggs, and a blend of flour and flaxseed for added protein and fiber. Featuring two delicious variations—the original Ham, Cheese & Chive and a Mediterranean Sausage option—these biscuits are perfect for a quick, grab-and-go breakfast that satisfies and nourishes.
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: Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking tray with parchment paper to prepare for baking the biscuits.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt and eggs until fully combined and smooth.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate medium mixing bowl, combine the all purpose flour, ground flaxseed, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, baking powder, and salt, mixing thoroughly.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing well to form a dough.
- Add Mix-Ins: Incorporate your choice of mix-ins including vegetables, herbs, cooked meats, and 1 cup of cheese into the dough. Mix until fully combined; hands may be needed for thorough mixing.
- Form Biscuits: Lightly flour your hands and divide the dough into 12 even-sized discs about 1 inch thick and ⅓ cup of dough each. Place the biscuits evenly spaced on the prepared baking tray(s).
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle the remaining cheese evenly over the tops of the biscuits.
- Bake: Bake the biscuits at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 5 minutes, then reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and bake for an additional 20 minutes without opening the oven door in between.
- Check for Doneness: When the bottoms are golden brown and the tops are just beginning to brown, remove the biscuits from the oven. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- These biscuits are denser and more filling than traditional flaky biscuits due to the lack of butter and fat, making them ideal for a protein-packed breakfast.
- Ground flaxseed can be replaced with an additional ¼ cup of flour if desired, but this will reduce the protein content.
- Ensure any meat added to the batter is fully cooked before mixing it in to avoid food safety issues.
- You may need two baking trays to ensure biscuits are evenly spaced and bake evenly.
- Nutrition information provided is an estimate for the original Ham, Cheese & Chive variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 biscuit
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
