9 High-Protein Breakfast Foods That Aren't Just Eggs

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9 High-Protein Breakfast Foods That Aren't Just Eggs By Lottë Reford Sept. 8, 2025 11:39 am EST

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Ever get the egg ick? One minute you're practicing the perfect crack for unbroken yolks and looking forward to the same protein-packed breakfast you eat every day. The next, your eggs are just ... too eggy. Whether this sudden disgust is caused by food trauma, mild allergies, or just a lack of variety in your diet, it can seem like a real problem if you're trying to get your macros in at breakfast. But eggs aren't your only option for maximizing protein in the morning. From yogurt to smoothies to cheeky breakfast burritos, you can eat like a king in the morning without constantly cycling through scrambled, poached, and sunny-side-u