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5 High Protein Breakfasts Ideas To Build Muscle

5 High Protein Breakfasts Ideas To Build Muscle

If you're looking to build muscle, getting in good quality protein and calories early on through breakfast can make the process much easier. In this article we will run through some easy breakfast recipes which can take just a few minutes in the mornings. 

Protein Pancakes

Starting your day off with a stack of protein pancakes doesn't get much better. They are easy to make and macro friendly, making it easy and enjoyable to hit your nutritional goals. 

Ingredients:

  • 50g oats
  • 1 Medium Banana 
  • 1 scoop Warrior Whey
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 Egg
  • 0.5 tsp baking powder
  • 175ml almond milk

Directions:

  1. Blend all the ingredients to a thick consistency 
  2. Heat up your pan 
  3. Add pancake mix into the pan - one at a time
  4. Flip regularly until cooked
  5. Stack them together and add topping of choice

Calories and macros:

Calories - 559
Protein - 34g
Carbs - 82g
Fats - 13g

Breakfast Protein Smoothie

A nice cold smoothie is an easy option to throw together in the morning and it is full of nutrients with great macros to match. They are also easy to digest making them a lighter option compared to a big meal. 

Ingredients:

  • 200g Frozen berries
  • 30g oats
  • 1x Medium Banana 
  • 15g Peanut Butter
  • 250ml Almond Milk
  • 1 scoop Warrior Whey
  • Handful of spinach (for nutrients, won't change flavour) 

Directions:

  1. Add all ingredients into blender and blend until smooth
  2. Add more milk / water to change consistency

Calories and macros:

Calories - 584
Protein - 33g
Carbs - 82g
Fats - 16g

Protein Yoghurt Bowl

Yoghurt and Whey are both high in protein and when you combine the two you get a great high protein breakfast option. 

Ingredients:

  • 300g Greek yoghurt
  • 1 scoop Warrior Whey
  • 100g Frozen Fruit
  • 30g Granola
  • 1 tsp honey

Directions:

  • Add Greek Yoghurt to a bowl
  • Add scoop of Warrior Whey on top. 
  • Stir until filly mixed
  • Add fruit and granola
  • Pour honey over everything

Calories and macros:

Calories - 500
Protein - 56g
Carbs - 61g
Fats - 5g

High Protein Omelette

We all know how good of an option eggs are at breakfast and this omelette is packed with high quality protein.

Ingredients: 

  • 3x Eggs
  • 50g Ham
  • Hand full spinach
  • 25g Cheddar cheese
  • Salt / Pepper 

Directions:

  1. Crack 3 eggs into a container
  2. Start sizzling your spinach in a pan
  3. Beat the eggs and pour over the spinach
  4. Add ham, cheese, salt and pepper

Calories and Macros:

Calories - 389
Protein - 39g
Carbs - 2g
Fats - 26g

Protein Oats

Protein oats are a great breakfast option as they are not only high in protein but they are high in fibre too. This makes them slow releasing and a very satiating breakfast choice. They are very simple to make too...

Ingredients:

  • 60g Rolled Oats
  • 1 scoop Warrior Whey
  • Almond Milk 200-300ml 
  • 20g Peanut Butter
  • 75g Berries
  • 1 tsp honey

Directions:

  1. Add oats and liquid to pan (almond milk in this example)
  2. Cook on hob for best results, stir regularly until it bubbles
  3. Once cooked add scoop of whey and mix thoroughly
  4. Add peanut butter, berries and honey 

Calories and Macros:

Calories - 623
Protein - 36g
Carbs - 77g
Fats - 20g

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Posted 13 Jun 2024