24g High Protein Breakfast Sweet Potatoes Will Change Your Life
A super easy power breakfast that hits with big flavor and high-protein energy!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes, baked
- 2–4 eggs (fried, jammy, or poached)
- 1 cup cottage cheese or ricotta (protein boost!)
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
- Red pepper flakes
- Salt & black pepper
- Optional: lime juice, hot sauce, everything bagel seasoning
Instructions
- Bake the Sweet Potatoes: Bake potatoes at 400°F (200°C) for 45–55 minutes until soft. This easy breakfast prep sets you up for a quick nutritious win later.
- Split & Fluff: Slice each sweet potato open and fluff with a fork. Add a pinch of salt and pepper for that simple flavor boost and cozy morning bite.
- Add the Protein: Spoon cottage cheese or ricotta inside each potato. This creates a high-protein base that keeps it a strong breakfast fuel.
- Top with Eggs: Add your perfectly cooked eggs right on top. The runny yolk gives major brunch-goals vibes and a next-level breakfast moment.
- Finish with Toppings: Add avocado, herbs, red pepper flakes, and any extras you love. This final step brings fresh flavor energy and makes it a restaurant-style plate.
Notes
- Adjust egg quantity based on preference.
- Swap cottage cheese with Greek yogurt for a tangy twist.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed sweet potato
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 200mg