10 High-Protein Breakfast Ideas (That Aren't Eggs)

Eating breakfast every morning is important, but what you choose to eat is even more important. If you want to keep satisfied all morning long—without the dreaded 10:30 a.m. hunger pangs—you need to make protein a big part of your meal.

Instead of whipping up your usual scrambled eggs or throwing a dash of protein powder into your smoothie, look to some other delicious foods that can easily add to your breakfast protein count. We rounded up 10 high-protein breakfast ideas. No, seriously: Each good morning recipes contains 13 to 30 grams of protein per serving. (Want more breakfast options? You can make these high-protein, portable recipes in a muffin tin.) 

If you aren't on the carb-loving train yet, this super grain will convince you to hop aboard. Just 1/4 cup of dry barley packs 6g of protein and 8g of fiber, making it a hearty and filling option for your breakfast base. (And that just skims the surface of all the health benefits of barley.)

If barley didn't blow your taste buds, farro—another super grain that's like the love child of oatmeal and brown rice—definitely will. This farro and Greek yogurt parfait is easy to meal prep ahead of time for a grab-and-go high-protein breakfast that hits all your a.m. nutrient needs. 

Instead of your usual banana and berries smoothie, swap out the latter ingredient for peaches. Then add tahini—a spread made from ground sesame seeds—and some soy milk for a 15g protein smoothie that's perfect for starting your day. (Here's how to use the rest of that tahini, too.)

Non-morning people, here's a high-protein breakfast idea you'll love. These overnight oats are prepped the night before (meaning less effort required in the a.m.) and taste like a dessert. Plus, with 13g of protein, this breakfast will have you ready to tackle the day. (Obsessed? Try these other 20 overnight oats recipes.)

The secret ingredient in this hearty baked French toast recipe? High-protein cottage cheese. Make a big batch on Sunday for easier mornings all week, or share your masterpiece with friends for a DIY (healthy!) brunch. (For best results, serve with one of these healthy, creative mimosa recipes.)

In case you haven't caught on, it's totally possible to have dessert for breakfast. (Just look at these healthy breakfast cookies for more proof.) This high-protein cheesecake shake also uses cottage cheese for a serious protein boost, plus bananas, graham cracker, and vanilla to up the delicious factor. 

Ground almonds (one of the healthiest nuts out there) make a hearty base for this high-protein breakfast porridge. The combination of nuts and coconut cream make this dish high in healthy fats, and the warm spices make it the breakfast version of a cozy cup of chai. 

Eggs aren't the only savory option for those in need of high-protein breakfast ideas. These pinto bean tofu breakfast rancheros pack 18g of protein and are totally vegan, proving that you don't need animal products to get the protein you need. (More proof: these high-protein vegetarian breakfast recipes.) 

Take your oatmeal out of the bowl with these healthy oatmeal griddle cakes. They're filled with Greek yogurt and almonds, and topped with a high-protein ricotta spread. For only 350 calories, you'll get 17g of protein and a breakfast worthy of Sunday brunch. (PS: These time-saving oatmeal hacks will totally change your morning.) 

This simple, five-ingredient smoothie is like sipping a high-protein chocolate cake for breakfast—with a sneaky serving of greens inside. (If you're really a chocoholic, you'll die over these other chocolate smoothie recipes too.)