Easy Protein-Packed Breakfast Biscuits with Ham and Cheese are the grab-and-go answer to busy mornings. Fluffy homemade buttermilk biscuits cradle smoky ham and gooey cheddar for 24 g of protein per serving. Everything mixes in one bowl, bakes in 20 minutes, and freezes like a dream. Pair it with my Easy Zesty Mexican Coleslaw Recipe for a picnic-worthy brunch spread.
Why You'll Love Easy Protein-Packed Breakfast Biscuits with Ham and Cheese (30-Minute Meal-Prep)
Easy Protein-Packed Breakfast Biscuits with Ham and Cheese deliver 24 g protein in under 30 minutes. One-bowl homemade biscuits perfect for meal-prep & freezer.
- 24 g protein per biscuit keeps you full till lunch
- One-bowl, beginner-friendly dough—no pastry cutter needed
- Freezer-friendly: bake once, eat all week
- Cheaper than drive-thru and ready in 30 minutes
Ingredients for Easy Protein-Packed Breakfast Biscuits with Ham and Cheese (30-Minute Meal-Prep)
Buttermilk: use real for lift; sub ¾ cup milk + ¾ tbsp lemon juiceHam: leftover holiday ham or deli honey ham both workFlour: white whole-wheat swaps 1:1 for extra fiber
- Buttermilk: use real for lift; sub ¾ cup milk + ¾ tbsp lemon juice
- Ham: leftover holiday ham or deli honey ham both work
- Flour: white whole-wheat swaps 1:1 for extra fiber
Ingredient Note: Full measurements for Easy Protein-Packed Breakfast Biscuits with Ham and Cheese (30-Minute Meal-Prep) are listed in the printable recipe card below.
How to Make Easy Protein-Packed Breakfast Biscuits with Ham and Cheese (30-Minute Meal-Prep)
Step 1 — Prep & Preheat
Preheat & Prep: Heat oven to 425 °F. Line a sheet pan with parchment.
Step 2 — Cook and Build Flavor
Mix Dry: In a large bowl whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pepper, paprika.
Step 3 — Finish, Taste, and Adjust
Cut Butter: Add cold butter cubes. Rub with fingertips until pea-size crumbs.
Expert Tips for Easy Protein-Packed Breakfast Biscuits with Ham and Cheese (30-Minute Meal-Prep)
- Keep butter cold for highest rise—pop cubed butter in freezer 10 min before use.
- Don’t twist cutter; press straight down for flaky sides.
- Brush with garlic butter when hot for extra flavor.
Easy Protein-Packed Breakfast Biscuits with Ham and Cheese (30-Minute Meal-Prep)
Easy Protein-Packed Breakfast Biscuits with Ham and Cheese deliver 24 g protein in under 30 minutes. One-bowl homemade biscuits perfect for meal-prep & freezer.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (spoon & leveled)
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¾ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 4 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar, divided
- ¾ cup diced cooked ham (about 3 oz)
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup low-fat buttermilk
Seasonings & Flavor Boosters
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp honey or sugar (balances salt)
Optional Toppings
- Extra cheddar for tops
- Chopped chives or parsley
Instructions
How to Make Easy Protein-Packed Breakfast Biscuits with Ham and Cheese
- Preheat & Prep: Heat oven to 425 °F. Line a sheet pan with parchment.
- Mix Dry: In a large bowl whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pepper, paprika.
- Cut Butter: Add cold butter cubes. Rub with fingertips until pea-size crumbs.
- Add Ins: Stir in ¾ cup cheddar and diced ham.
- Make Well: Beat egg with buttermilk and honey; pour into well. Fold just until shaggy dough forms.
- Shape: Turn onto floured counter; pat ¾-inch thick round. Cut 8 biscuits with 2½-inch cutter, rerolling scraps.
- Top & Bake: Place on pan, brush tops with extra buttermilk, sprinkle remaining cheese. Bake 18–20 min until golden and melty.
Nutrition (per serving)
Storage, Freezing & Reheating
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended (texture changes).
- Serve/Reheat: Best chilled or at room temperature.
Easy Protein-Packed Breakfast Biscuits with Ham and Cheese (30-Minute Meal-Prep) FAQs
Yes—shape and freeze unbaked biscuits; bake from frozen 25 min.
¾ cup milk plus ¾ tbsp white vinegar or plain yogurt thinned with milk.
Cool, refrigerate 4 days or freeze 2 months; reheat in toaster oven for crispy edges.
Over-mixing develops gluten; fold just until dough comes together.
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