31 High-Protein Breakfast Ideas That Will Keep You Full ’Til Lunchtime

• Time Commitment: 45 minutes
• Why I Love It: beginner-friendly, special occasion-worthy, vegetarian

Sunny-side up eggs have never looked so elegant. In this take on the Tunisian classic, they’re swimming in a harissa-kissed tomato sauce alongside fresh parsley and cilantro. Serve with plenty of crusty bread for dipping.

• Time Commitment: 35 minutes
• Why I Love It: beginner-friendly, <10 ingredients, make ahead

Starting the day with lots of wholesome veggies is a surefire way to energize. Think a poached egg atop Brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes and arugula (because a runny yolk makes everything better). Make the sweet potatoes in advance to save time in the a.m.

• Time Commitment: 25 minutes
• Why I Love It: <30 minutes, make ahead, kid-friendly, crowd-pleaser

Store-bought granola bars are just as convenient on busy mornings as homemade ones, but they’re often made with a ton of excess sugar. These, on the other hand, are sweetened with nothing but honey, almond butter and a bit of brown sugar.

• Time Commitment: 45 minutes
• Why I Love It: keto-friendly, <10 ingredients, beginner-friendly

Baking eggs in a bacon-lined muffin tin means there will be crispy, salty deliciousness in every single bite. Don’t forget to pair this high-protein breakfast idea with toast or fresh fruit.

• Time Commitment: 10 minutes
• Why I Love It: <30 minutes, <10 ingredients, no cook

Between the PB, vanilla whey protein powder and almond milk, this sipper is sure to keep you satiated until your lunch break. Half a frozen banana imparts just enough natural sweetness and keeps the texture silky smooth.

• Time Commitment: 8 hours and 5 minutes
• Why I Love It: make ahead, beginner-friendly, kid-friendly

Simply soak high-fiber oats in lightly sweetened milk overnight, and this high-protein breakfast idea will basically prepare itself. All you’ll have to do in the morning is top it off with antioxidant-rich blueberries, sliced almonds and yogurt.

• Time Commitment: 45 minutes
• Why I Love It: beginner-friendly, <10 ingredients, low carb

Come for the filling eggs, stay for the juicy summer tomatoes and a whole lot of grated Parmesan. Bonus? You'll only have one dirty pan to clean after you eat.

• Time Commitment: 1 hour and 10 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, vegan, make ahead

Whole-grain spelt flour offers a ton of fiber, vitamins and minerals, while almond butter and pistachios make this high-protein breakfast idea even more filling. Pair it with Greek yogurt for even more protein.

• Time Commitment: 35 minutes
• Why I Love It: kid-friendly, beginner-friendly

The bacon, eggs and easy store-bought pizza dough are reason enough to give this pie a try, but the garlicky, cheesy cream sauce puts it wayyyyy over the top. Jarred pesto or Alfredo sauce would be fine shortcuts, too.

• Time Commitment: 30 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser,

Toad in a hole, hen in a nest, one-eyed Jack—call it whatever you want, but this yolky, carby classic never gets old. Throw it together in the oven and make coffee while it bakes. Dunk it in spicy yogurt for a protein boost.

• Time Commitment: 8 hours and 5 minutes (includes chilling time)
• Why I Love It: <10 ingredients, make ahead, beginner-friendly, no cook

We’re betting a dollop of grape jelly on top would taste pretty damn delish and nostalgic, but a drizzle of honey or maple syrup would work, too. This high-protein breakfast idea is pretty flexible, so use non-dairy milk in the oats if you'd prefer.

• Time Commitment: 1 hour
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, make ahead, beginner-friendly

Not only is each muffin stuffed with a whole hard-boiled egg, but they’re also loaded with tangy buttermilk (for an extra moist texture), bacon, chopped scallions and grated cheddar cheese. Make them on a Sunday and reheat the leftovers all week long.

• Time Commitment: 15 minutes
• Why I Love It: <30 minutes, <10 ingredients, vegetarian

We didn’t know a 15-minute, high-protein breakfast this effortless could look so elegant. We’d eat this beauty over a green salad or, dare we say it, even a bowl of pasta. Finish your plate with flaky salt and crushed red pepper flakes.

• Time Commitment: 5 minutes
• Why I Love It: <30 minutes, beginner-friendly, no cook

While it’s totally optional, adding a scoop of powdered collagen peptides to your daily smoothie could potentially help you reduce wrinkles and inflammation. Even if it doesn't though, it's plenty delicious, thanks to fresh fruit, coconut milk and nuts.

• Time Commitment: 30 minutes
• Why I Love It: gluten free, vegetarian, beginner-friendly, special occasion-worthy

This Swiss high-protein breakfast idea is a lot like a latke or potato pancake. The recipe calls for grated sweet potato, but feel free to swap in carrots, white potatoes or winter squash if you feel so inclined.

• Time Commitment: 25 minutes
• Why I Love It: <30 minutes, keto-friendly, low carb, beginner-friendly, <10 ingredients

Just because you’re on keto doesn’t mean you need to kick every day off with a boatload of meat and cheese. Thanks to the zucchini and avocado, this dish will keep you full without weighing you down. Buy pre-spiralized zucchini to save time.

• Time Commitment: 1 hour and 20 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, special occasion-worthy, vegetarian, <10 ingredients

This main is destined for every spring brunch you ever host (and it just might be destined for your Easter table). The prep is a breeze—most of the work is just waiting for the eight-ingredient quiche to bake through.

• Time Commitment: 8 hours and 5 minutes (includes chilling time)
• Why I Love It: make ahead, beginner-friendly, no cook

Spicy, nutty, sweet and oh-so creamy, this modest mason jar of overnight oats packs serious flavor. The key to this high-protein breakfast idea is doubling down on the ginger with the ground kind in the oats and the candied kind on top.

• Time Commitment: 45 minutes
• Why I Love It: vegetarian, beginner-friendly, gluten free

Hi there, fall. Long time no see. Might we suggest finishing each plate with a flourish of toasted pumpkin seeds?

• Time Commitment: 3 hours and 15 minutes
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, slow cooker recipe, <10 ingredients, beginner-friendly

Come the weekend, we’re off the clock. Instead, we let the Crockpot execute our high-protein breakfast ideas. Just pack in a layer of cheesy (frozen!) hash browns for the crust, top it with the rest of the ingredients and let the appliance work its magic.

• Time Commitment: 30 minutes (plus soaking time)
• Why I Love It: beginner-friendly, special occasion-worthy, <10 ingredients

Traditionally a Chinese breakfast dish, congee has become a staple in Japan, Indonesia and other Asian countries, as well as in parts of Europe. Top the soul-nourishing, three-ingredient porridge with anything from kimchi to julienned ginger to fresh herbs.

• Time Commitment: 1 hour
• Why I Love It: crowd-pleaser, kid-friendly, <10 ingredients

Breakfast sausage + cheddar cheese + egg = a filling combination that we'll definitely never tire of. Top this high-protein breakfast idea off with lemony arugula or spicy mayo if you're feeling ambitious.

• Time Commitment: 40 minutes
• Why I Love It: vegan, gluten free, beginner-friendly

How is it possible without real eggs, you ask? Chickpea flour combined with water makes for a pretty uncanny (and protein-rich) substitute. Quinoa and plenty of vegetables make it doubly satiating.

• Time Commitment: 1 hour
• Why I Love It: <10 ingredients, crowd-pleaser, make ahead

Just spruce up the basics with buttermilk, melted butter and cheddar cheese to make this super versatile meal. Turn each waffle half into a sandwich or serve them with a side salad. (P.S.: You can make a big batch ahead, chill or freeze them and reheat as needed.)

• Time Commitment: 30 minutes
• Why I Love It: special occasion-worthy, sheet pan recipe, beginner-friendly

A cornmeal-dusted crust. Grated Gruyère. Thick-cut bacon. Smoked sea salt. Yeah, it's the fanciest morning pizza you'll ever eat—and the most drool-worthy high-protein breakfast idea of all time, if you ask us.

• Time Commitment: 50 minutes
• Why I Love It: <10 ingredients, beginner-friendly, vegetarian

Just because you’re only making breakfast for one doesn’t mean you need to settle for a bowl of cereal. All this beauty takes is 50 minutes and six ingredients, including grated Manchego cheese and paper-thin zucchini slices.

• Time Commitment: 8 hours and 5 minutes (includes chilling time)
• Why I Love It: no cook, kid-friendly, make ahead

It’s as close to dessert as a healthy, high-protein breakfast idea can get, especially if you use super sweet, in-season strawberries. If you're trying to get your kids to eat oats, feel free to top the jar with a dollop of whipped cream and a drizzle of chocolate syrup.

• Time Commitment: 1 hour and 50 minutes
• Why I Love It: special occasion-worthy, high protein, kid-friendly

What do you get when you crown a cheese-laced waffle with a piece of crispy, buttermilk fried chicken? Heaven on a plate, of course. Now, the tough part: maple syrup or hot sauce? (We'll take both, please.)

• Time Commitment: 1 hour and 15 minutes
• Why I Love It: beginner-friendly, special occasion-worthy, vegetarian

Unlike the tomato- or herb-based shakshuka you’ve had before, this version stars dairy. The citrusy, herby yogurt base gets almost ricotta-like in the oven, while the eggplant turns crouton-level crispy.

• Time Commitment: 15 minutes
• Why I Love It: <30 minutes, beginner-friendly, kid-friendly

Last night's noodles add bulk to this already satiating egg dish. The high-protein breakfast idea only calls for seven ingredients, but you can toss in whatever less-than-stellar produce or spare meat and cheese you'd like as well.

• Time Commitment: 1 hour and 55 minutes
• Why I Love It: make ahead, beginner-friendly, special occasion-worthy

The store-bought stuff won't compare, thanks to six different cereals, grains, seeds and nuts. Chewy dates and golden raisins offer sweetness to the crunchy mix, but a flurry of warm spices and lush brown butter really take this high-protein breakfast idea over the top.