Quick & Healthy Breakfasts
It can be hard to get a nutritious breakfast in the morning, especially during the busy work week. Yogurt and cottage cheese make easy grab-and-go breakfasts, especially if you prep the night before. These foods are protein-packed, but you can also mix in protein powder to beef up the protein content more. Add fruit, seeds, and natural sweeteners like honey to add more flavor. Check out the example recipes below:
Berry Greek Yogurt Parfait (vegetarian)
Blended Raspberry Protein Chia Pudding (vegetarian)
Blueberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats (vegetarian)
Chocolate Cottage Cheese Protein Bowl (vegetarian)
Raspberry Protein Overnight Oats (vegan/vegetarian)
Berry Greek Yogurt Parfait
544 calories | 31g protein per serving | 1 serving (adjust serving number) | Full Nutrition Info | 10 minutes | Vegetarian
Ingredients
1/2 cup Granola
1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
1/2 cup Strawberries (sliced)
1/2 cup Blueberries
Directions
Layer the granola, yogurt, strawberries, and blueberries in a jar. Enjoy!
Notes
Leftovers Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to three days.
Make it Vegan Use plant-based yogurt.
Blended Raspberry Protein Chia Pudding
560 calories | 38g protein per serving | 1 serving (adjust serving number) | Full Nutrition Info | 35 minutes | Vegetarian
Ingredients
3/4 cup Cow's Milk, Reduced Fat
1/4 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
1/4 cup Vanilla Protein Powder
3 tbsps Chia Seeds
2 tbsps Maple Syrup
1 cup Raspberries (divided)
Directions
In a blender, combine the milk, yogurt, protein powder, chia seeds, maple syrup, and half of the raspberries. Blend on high until combined and relatively smooth.
Pour into a container and place in the fridge for 30 minutes to thicken.
When ready to serve, top with remaining raspberries and enjoy!
Notes
Leftovers Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to two days.
Serving Size One serving is equal to approximately 1 3/4 cups, including raspberries.
Additional Toppings Cacao nibs, sliced banana, and/or chopped nuts.
Blueberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats
673 calories | 27g protein per serving | 2 servings (adjust serving number) | Full Nutrition Info | 8 hours 20 minutes | Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 1/3 cups Oats (rolled)
3 tbsps Vanilla Protein Powder
2 tbsps Chia Seeds
1/4 cup Cream Cheese, Regular
1/4 cup Plain Greek Yogurt
1 1/3 cups Cow's Milk, Whole
1 tsp Vanilla Extract
1/4 cup Maple Syrup (divided)
1 1/2 cups Frozen Blueberries
Directions
Add the oats, protein powder, chia seeds, cream cheese, yogurt, milk, vanilla, and half of the maple syrup to a large container. Stir well to combine.
In a saucepan, combine the blueberries and remaining maple syrup. Heat over medium-low and bring to a low simmer. Cook for nine to 10 minutes or until the blueberries have burst, gently pressing on them with the back of a wooden spoon. Allow to cool for five minutes.
Stir the blueberries into the oats. Seal the container and place in the fridge overnight, or for at least eight hours.
Divide the oats evenly between bowls or containers. Enjoy!
Notes
Leftovers Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to four days.
Serving Size One serving is equal to approximately 1 3/4 cups.
Make it Vegan Use vegan cream cheese, yogurt, and milk.
No Protein Powder Omit the protein powder and reduce the milk slightly.
Chocolate Cottage Cheese Protein Bowl
373 calories | 38g protein per serving | 2 servings (adjust serving number) | Full Nutrition Info | 10 minutes
Ingredients
1 cup Cottage Cheese
2 tbsps Cocoa Powder
1/2 cup Vanilla Protein Powder
2 tbsps Almond Butter
1/3 cup Cow's Milk, Whole
2 tbsps Almonds (roasted, chopped)
Directions
In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, cocoa powder, protein powder, almond butter, and milk. Blend on high speed until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
Transfer to small serving dishes or containers. Top with almonds. Enjoy!
Notes
Leftovers Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to four days.
Serving Size One serving equals approximately 3/4 cup.
Likes it Sweet Drizzle honey on top.
Additional Toppings Shredded coconut, berries, chopped dark chocolate, and/or your favorite nuts and seeds.
Protein Powder: Whey protein powder was used in this recipe. Please note, if another type of protein powder is used, results may vary.
Raspberry Protein Overnight Oats
497 calories | 29g protein per serving | 1 serving (adjust serving number) | Full Nutrition Info | 8 hours | Vegan | Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
1/2 cup Oats (rolled)
2 tbsps Chia Seeds
3 tbsps Vanilla Protein Powder
1/4 tsp Cinnamon (plus more for garnish)
1/2 cup Raspberries
2 tbsps Almonds (chopped)
Directions
Add the milk, oats, chia seeds, protein powder, and cinnamon to a bowl or container and stir to combine.
Refrigerate overnight then top with raspberries, chopped almonds, and cinnamon (optional) before eating. Enjoy!
Notes
Leftovers Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to three days.
Serving Size One serving is approximately 1 1/2 cups.
Additional Toppings Unsweetened coconut flakes, flax seeds, and/or hemp seeds.
Protein Powder This recipe was developed and tested using a plant-based protein powder. If using another type of protein powder, note that results may vary.
