Crispy Protein Breakfast Biscuits
Crispy Protein Breakfast Biscuits are the perfect way to start your day. After making these dozens of times, I’ve discovered the secret to getting them just right. The golden, flaky biscuits are irresistible and better than any takeout breakfast. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken and Brown Butter Hazelnut Chunk Cookies.
Why This Crispy Protein Breakfast Biscuits Is Pure Comfort
- Packed with protein for a satisfying breakfast
- Golden and crispy on the outside, soft on the inside
- Easy to make and ready in under 30 minutes
What You'll Need for Crispy Protein Breakfast Biscuits
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika (optional, for color)
- Optional: additional shredded cheese
- Optional: chives or green onions, chopped
📝 Ingredient Notes
- all-purpose flour: You can substitute up to half of the flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier version.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Food Processor — Ensures perfectly cut butter and quick dough preparation → See on Amazon
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How to Make Crispy Protein Breakfast Biscuits
- Prepare the dough: In a food processor, combine flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Add cold cubed butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a separate bowl, whisk together milk and egg. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and pulse until just combined. Stir in shredded cheese and cooked bacon.
- Chill the dough: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Shape the biscuits: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1-inch thickness. Cut out biscuits using a 2.5-inch round cutter and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Press the scraps together and cut out additional biscuits until all the dough is used.
- Bake the biscuits: Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Let the biscuits cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before serving.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Protein Breakfast Biscuits
- Common mistake and fix: Avoid overworking the dough. This can make the biscuits tough. If the dough becomes too warm, refrigerate it for 10-15 minutes before continuing.
- Tip for flaky biscuits: Use cold butter and don't overmix the dough to ensure flaky biscuits.
- Tip for even baking: Place the biscuits close together on the baking sheet to ensure even baking and prevent them from rising too much.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Protein Breakfast Biscuits
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftover biscuits in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: The biscuit dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
Freezing Crispy Protein Breakfast Biscuits
Freeze unbaked biscuits for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat biscuits in a preheated 350°F (180°C) oven for 5-7 minutes or until warmed through. Microwave: Reheat biscuits in the microwave for 15-20 seconds or until warmed through. This may make them soggy, so the oven method is preferred.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon or replace it with cooked vegetables like spinach or bell peppers.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the milk with buttermilk for a tangier flavor.
- Make-ahead: Baked biscuits can be made ahead and reheated as needed.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to suit your needs.
- Troubleshooting: If your biscuits are not rising, make sure your baking powder is fresh and that you're not overworking the dough.
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Crispy Protein Breakfast Biscuits
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
Seasonings
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika (optional, for color)
Optional Toppings
- additional shredded cheese
- chives or green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: In a food processor, combine flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Add cold cubed butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In a separate bowl, whisk together milk and egg. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and pulse until just combined. Stir in shredded cheese and cooked bacon.
- Chill the dough: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight.
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Shape the biscuits: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1-inch thickness. Cut out biscuits using a 2.5-inch round cutter and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Press the scraps together and cut out additional biscuits until all the dough is used.
- Bake the biscuits: Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Let the biscuits cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a vegetarian version, omit the bacon or replace it with cooked vegetables like spinach or bell peppers.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the milk with buttermilk for a tangier flavor.
- Make-ahead: Baked biscuits can be made ahead and reheated as needed.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to suit your needs.
- Troubleshooting: If your biscuits are not rising, make sure your baking powder is fresh and that you're not overworking the dough.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftover biscuits in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze unbaked biscuits for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few minutes to the baking time.
- Oven reheat: Reheat biscuits in a preheated 350°F (180°C) oven for 5-7 minutes or until warmed through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat biscuits in the microwave for 15-20 seconds or until warmed through. This may make them soggy, so the oven method is preferred.
- Make ahead: The biscuit dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 190
- Protein: 8g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Cholesterol: 50mg
- Sat. Fat: 7g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Protein Breakfast Biscuits FAQs
Yes, you can make the biscuit dough ahead and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours. You can also bake the biscuits ahead and reheat them as needed.
Overworking the dough can make biscuits tough. Make sure you're not handling the dough too much and that it's cold enough when you're rolling it out.
Yes, you can make these biscuits in the air fryer. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C), place the biscuits in the basket, and cook for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
The best way to reheat biscuits is in a preheated 350°F (180°C) oven for 5-7 minutes or until warmed through. This will help maintain their texture and prevent them from becoming soggy.
Yes, you can use self-rising flour instead of all-purpose flour. Omit the baking powder and salt if using self-rising flour.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Protein Breakfast Biscuits and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
