27 High-Protein Breakfasts You Can Prep the Night Before

Reviewed by Dietitian Madeline Peck, RDN, CDN
Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Craig Ruff, Prop Stylist: Prissy Montiel.

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Craig Ruff, Prop Stylist: Prissy Montiel.

These flavorful breakfasts are seriously worth waking up for. Whether you’re in the mood for overnight oats, muffins or savory quiches, these dishes take minimal time to reheat or put together in the morning. Plus, they each offer at least 15 grams of protein per serving to help you stay energized and satisfied until your next meal. Recipes like our Chocolate Banana Peanut Butter Chia Pudding and our Sheet-Pan Ham & Spinach Quiche are easy ways to keep breakfast simple, nourishing and delicious.

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Chocolate Banana Peanut Butter Chia Pudding

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Craig Ruff, Prop Stylist: Prissy Montiel.

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Craig Ruff, Prop Stylist: Prissy Montiel.

These make-ahead-friendly chia puddings taste like dessert for breakfast. A creamy yogurt-peanut butter topping adds nuttiness while cocoa powder lends chocolaty flavor to the pudding. Flaky sea salt balances the rich chocolate shell, creating a salty-sweet combination that you’ll love.

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Parmesan & Vegetable Muffin-Tin Omelets

These simple veggie muffin-tin “omelets” are easy to make in the morning—or mix up the batter the night before. They’re perfect for company or to take for an easy breakfast on the go.

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Raspberry-Banana Yogurt Parfait

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Ward, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong, Food Stylist: Ruth Skipworth.

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Ward, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong, Food Stylist: Ruth Skipworth.

This quick and easy raspberry and yogurt parfait combines creamy strained (Greek-style) yogurt with fiber-rich fruit and crunchy toasted pecans for a gut-friendly start to your day. Layering the ingredients in a jar makes for a portable, pretty and protein-packed meal that’s ready in minutes.

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Sheet-Pan Ham & Spinach Quiche

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Chelesa Zimmer , Prop Stylist: Lindsey Lower.

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Chelesa Zimmer , Prop Stylist: Lindsey Lower.

This sheet-pan quiche delivers all the comforting flavors of a classic quiche in a format that’s perfect for meal prep or feeding a crowd. Slice it into neat squares for make-ahead breakfasts or brunch buffets.

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Strawberry-Peanut Butter Chia Pudding

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle.

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle.

This creamy chia pudding is the ultimate make-ahead breakfast that feels like dessert. Layers of naturally sweet strawberry chia pudding and a peanut butter–yogurt topping deliver fiber, healthy fats and plenty of protein.

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High-Protein Apple & Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood.

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood.

These apple-peanut butter overnight oats make a satisfying breakfast that you can prep ahead of time and enjoy throughout the week. Creamy peanut butter and strained Greek-style yogurt add plenty of protein, while chopped apples bring natural sweetness and crunch.

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Breakfast Stuffed Peppers

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel

Kick-start your morning with these breakfast stuffed peppers filled with eggs, hearty beans, kale and taco seasoning. Keep it plant-based, or add more protein with additions like cooked crumbled sausage or chorizo.

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Lemon-Poppyseed Overnight Oats

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser

Creamy oats are infused with fresh lemon zest and juice, then stirred together with poppy seeds for a make-ahead breakfast that tastes like a lemon-poppyseed muffin in a jar. A touch of maple syrup adds sweetness to balance the tart lemon.

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Get Your Greens Quiche

photographer: Jen Causey, food stylist: Julian Hensarling, prop stylist: Josh Hoggle

photographer: Jen Causey, food stylist: Julian Hensarling, prop stylist: Josh Hoggle

This loaded vegetable quiche packs in the greens and skips the crust, making it easy to pull together while keeping all the savory flavors of a traditional quiche.

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High-Protein Raspberry & Peanut Butter Overnight Oats

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley

Packed with fiber-rich oats, peanut butter and a burst of fruity flavor from fresh raspberries, this breakfast keeps you fueled for hours.

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Sheet-Pan Loaded Quiche

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf

This crustless sheet-pan quiche can easily serve a large group without the fuss of traditional quiche, and cleanup is a breeze. Simply cut the eggs into squares and serve as is, or sandwich each square in an English muffin for easy breakfast sandwiches.

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Cacio e Pepe Quiche

Photographer: Stacy Allen, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley

Photographer: Stacy Allen, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley

This cheesy quiche is a protein-packed twist on the classic Italian pasta dish. Tender cauliflower, combined with a creamy custard and nutty cheese, has the same bold black pepper and salty Pecorino flavor as the original dish and makes the perfect breakfast.

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Smoked Salmon & Goat Cheese Sheet-Pan Eggs

Casey Barber
Casey Barber

Meal-prep breakfast for the week with these easy sheet-pan eggs, which can be served as is or in a sandwich. Smoky salmon, briny capers and creamy goat cheese load these frittata-like slices with flavor.

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Black Bean & Pepper Jack Quiche

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless.

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless.

This savory quiche features a creamy egg filling packed with fiber-rich black beans, sweet peppers and spicy pepper Jack cheese for a flavorful kick. If you want to tame the heat, Monterey Jack cheese can be used in its place.

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High-Protein Peanut Butter & Chocolate Chia Pudding

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Renu Dhar, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong.

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Renu Dhar, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong.

Chia seeds create a thick, creamy texture while delivering fiber and healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Peanut butter adds flavor and plant-based protein and is balanced by the deep cocoa notes.

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Peaches & Cream Overnight Oats

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen.

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen.

These peaches-and-cream overnight oats are a delicious, make-ahead breakfast that combines sweet ripe peaches with creamy oats. The oats soften overnight in the fridge, resulting in a thick, pudding-like texture without any cooking.

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High-Protein Pancakes

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser.

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser.

These protein-rich pancakes are a satisfying way to start the day, made with simple ingredients including protein powder, banana, eggs and oats. Top them with fresh fruit, nut butter or a drizzle of maple syrup. Store in an air-tight container in the freezer for a ready-to-eat breakfast.

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High-Protein PB&J Baked Oats

Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist Hannah Grennwood.

Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist Hannah Grennwood.

These high-protein peanut butter baked oats with jelly are a delicious mash-up that combines the nostalgic flavors of peanut butter and jelly with the hearty texture of baked oats.

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Overnight Quinoa Pudding

This quick and easy breakfast blends quinoa and chia seeds for a protein-packed meal. Kefir adds a probiotic boost, and instead of refined sugar, this pudding relies on maple syrup for its sweetness.

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High-Protein Blueberry & Peanut Butter Chia Pudding

Photographer: Jen Causey; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen.

Photographer: Jen Causey; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen.

This healthy breakfast is loaded with chia seeds that soak up a dreamy blend of almond milk and blueberries as it chills overnight, transforming it into a thick, creamy pudding that will fuel you for the day. A swirl of peanut butter and Greek-style yogurt add more creaminess along with protein.

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High-Protein Mango & Tahini Overnight Oats

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

Rolled oats soak overnight in a mixture of protein-rich Greek yogurt, coconut milk and tahini, creating a thick and satisfying texture. Layers of juicy mango chunks add natural sweetness and a burst of vitamin C in easy-to-grab jars, perfect for busy mornings.

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Vegan Freezer Breakfast Burritos

Having a stash of flavorful bean burritos in your freezer means you’ll always have a satisfying plant-based meal ready for a grab-and-go breakfast on a busy morning. Our vegan breakfast filling—made with tofu and prepared to mimic scrambled eggs—is tossed with beans, veggies and salsa for a delicious and ultra-satisfying meal.

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Berry Crumble Overnight Oats

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Clarie Spollen

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Clarie Spollen

These berry crumble overnight oats will keep you satisfied all morning. The natural sweetness of the berries pairs beautifully with the cinnamon-spiced oat base, while the crumble topping adds crunchy textural contrast.

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Overnight Matcha Oats with Berries

Greg DuPree
Greg DuPree

Blueberries and raspberries top these matcha overnight oats for a quick, meal-prep-friendly breakfast.

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Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Overnight Oats

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Pricilla Montiel, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Pricilla Montiel, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer

Naturally sweetened with dates, this breakfast delivers sweet and creamy flavors that make it feel like dessert. Peanut butter adds plant-based protein and healthy fats, while oats and dates offer fiber to keep you satisfied.

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Breakfast Dal Bowl

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel

Lentil-based dal makes a filling breakfast packed with protein, fiber and essential nutrients, delivering lasting energy throughout your morning. Prepare this dal in advance and store it in the fridge for a convenient option to enjoy throughout the week, or freeze it to have on hand for an easy breakfast in the months ahead.

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York Peppermint Pattie–Inspired Overnight Oats

Photographer: Hannah Hufham, Food Stylist: Nicole Hopper, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong

Photographer: Hannah Hufham, Food Stylist: Nicole Hopper, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong

These minty York Peppermint Pattie–inspired overnight oats come together in just minutes. It’s the perfect recipe for meal prep because you can store it in jars, giving you a grab-and-go breakfast that’s worth waking up for.

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