If you’re working towards a specific weight-loss goal, or just function better in the morning with a lighter breakfast sitting in your stomach – these delicious recipes are just the thing.
Every single one of them is packed full of flavour, essential nutrients, and is under 350 calories per serving. Talk about getting your day off to a good start.
Get scrolling to find your next super-tasty reason to get out of bed in the morning.
1. 4-Ingredient Foolproof Banana Protein Pancakes
This ridiculously easy, foolproof recipe will be your go-to banana protein pancakes recipe for breakfast (and maybe even lunch and dinner).
Nutritional info per serving:
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- Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat
- 115 | 15g | 14g | 1g
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2. Toffee Apple Protein Overnight Oats
Toffee apple is a flavour combination that deserves to be enjoyed all year round. I said what I said.
Nutritional info per serving:
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- Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat
- 320 | 29g | 42g | 3g
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3. High-Protein Cinnamon Baked Oat Cakes
Who can say no to cake for breakfast? This is the perfect choice to put a smile on your face.
Nutritional info per serving:
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- Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat
- 332 | 33g | 35g | 8g
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Cinnamon Roll Baked Oats Cake
4. Coffee & Chocolate Breakfast Smoothie
Quick, simple, and will definitely do the job of waking you up with a hit of caffeine - not to mention a healthy dose of protein too.
Nutritional info per serving:
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- Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat
- 346 | 26.7g | 49g | 6.3g
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5. Vegan Protein Smoothie
It doesn’t matter if you’re not plant-based all the time, this vegan smoothie is a big hitter that everyone can enjoy. I mean, those macros speak for themselves.
Nutritional info per serving:
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- Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat
- 228 | 22g | 28g | 4g
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6. Low-Calorie Raspberry Cheesecake Cups
Bet you didn’t think you’d see ‘cheesecake’ on a low-calorie menu, right? Well, maybe dreams really do come true.
Nutritional info per serving:
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- Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat
- 104 | 14g | 7g | 2g
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7. Air Fryer Baked Oat Apples
Yep, you can use your air fryer for a quick and healthy breakfast solution. There’s no end to the possibilities.
Nutritional info per serving:
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- Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat
- 327 | 3.7g | 50g | 14g
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Air-Fryer Baked Oat Apples
8. High-Protein Oat Breakfast Bars
These nut & berry bars are ideal for any time of the day — whether you’re after a quick breakfast fix, a tasty treat for your mid-morning coffee break, or something sweet to see you through the afternoon.
Nutritional info per serving:
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- Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat
- 129 | 4.2g | 17.9g | 4g
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9. High-Protein Blueberry Muffins
Always tempted by the muffins right by the till at your local coffee shop? Yep, me too.
With this recipe, you get to satisfy that sweet-tooth cravings, only with way more protein and probably fewer calories too.
Nutritional info per serving:
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- Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat
- 197 | 11g | 25g | 5g
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10. Carrot Cake Baked Oat Squares
Talk about saving the best until last… carrot cake for breakfast. Gets my vote every single time.
Nutritional info per serving:
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- Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat
- 135 | 6.7g | 20g | 2.5g
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Take home message
Whether you’re in calorie deficit or just health conscious, breakfast is an easy way to start your day on the right foot. The recipes above are packed with flavour and the macros are on point too. Get ‘em into your routine.
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Lauren is a recipe writer and English Literature graduate who firmly believes in a balanced approach to fitness. She has always been a keen swimmer and, in recent years, has discovered the benefits of weight training and hot yoga. When she's not in the gym, you'll find her cooking up new recipes or enjoying brunch with her friends, having moved on from her student days of living on pasta.
