Cheddar Protein Biscuits
These healthier biscuits are a game-changer! They deliver that carb satisfaction along with protein-rich goodness in every delicious bite.
Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1 ¼ cups whole wheat-white flour*
- ¼ cup unflavored protein powder**
- ½ tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¾ cup finely chopped fresh spinach
- ¾ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
- Optional: ¼ to ½ cup chopped red bell pepper
- Optional: 2 pre-cooked poultry sausage links, finely diced
- Optional minced fresh herbs, like chives, basil, dill, rosemary, etc.
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400℉. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and blend in the Greek yogurt until smooth. (This will take a bit, but it will all blend together)
- In a separate bowl combine the dry ingredients by whisking together the flour, protein powder, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir until fully incorporated—no streaks of flour should remain. The dough will be very sticky, and that’s totally normal! Fold in the spinach, ½ cup cheddar cheese, and any optional add-ins (red bell pepper and/or diced sausage).
- Shape the biscuits by misting a ⅓ cup measuring cup with nonstick spray and use it to scoop and portion out the dough on the lined baking sheet. You will have 9 fluffy biscuits, each should look like an oversized meatball. Note: If you have extra dough, divide it evenly among your biscuits to make them larger. The more mix-ins you add, the larger your batter volume will become. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar over the tops and press gently to slightly flatten each.
- Bake in the oven for 20 minutes, or until the tops and bottoms are golden brown.
Notes
Storage Tips:
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Or you can freeze in a sealed bag or container for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven or microwave for a quick breakfast or snack! Gluten-free flour:
This recipe can be made gluten-free by swapping in a 1:1 gluten-free flour. I recommend a brand like Bob’s Red Mill 1-to-1 or King Arthur Measure for Measure. Note the texture may be slightly different (a bit more crumbly or dense) than with standard flour. And take care not to overmix; doing so can make the dough gummy or tough.
Flavor Variations:
• Try swapping the cheese with Parmesan, Monterey jack, or pepper jack for a flavor twist. • Vary the veggies by swapping in finely chopped kale or broccoli florets, grated zucchini (squeezed dry), or diced sun-dried tomatoes. • Switch up the protein with chopped turkey bacon, ham, or plant-based sausage. If you incorporated sausage (or a similar protein) into your biscuits, calories increase to ~170 calories per biscuit.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Or you can freeze in a sealed bag or container for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven or microwave for a quick breakfast or snack! Gluten-free flour:
This recipe can be made gluten-free by swapping in a 1:1 gluten-free flour. I recommend a brand like Bob’s Red Mill 1-to-1 or King Arthur Measure for Measure. Note the texture may be slightly different (a bit more crumbly or dense) than with standard flour. And take care not to overmix; doing so can make the dough gummy or tough.
Flavor Variations:
• Try swapping the cheese with Parmesan, Monterey jack, or pepper jack for a flavor twist. • Vary the veggies by swapping in finely chopped kale or broccoli florets, grated zucchini (squeezed dry), or diced sun-dried tomatoes. • Switch up the protein with chopped turkey bacon, ham, or plant-based sausage. If you incorporated sausage (or a similar protein) into your biscuits, calories increase to ~170 calories per biscuit.
Nutrition Information per serving
Serving Size: 1 biscuitCalories: 140Carbohydrates: 16gProtein: 11gTotal Fat: 5g— Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g— Saturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 330mgFiber: 2gTotal Sugar: 1g— Natural Sugar: 1g— Added Sugar: 0g
Nutrition information is calculated using a leading industry software. That being said, brands can vary, and there may be slight fluctuations in the numbers.