High Protein Breakfast Ideas to Pair with Our Cereals and Start Your Day

Protein is an essential part of a balanced diet. Including it with your high fibre breakfast cereal can be a delicious way to start the day.

Protein is an essential macronutrient in the diet, alongside carbohydrates — found in Nestlé cereals — and fats. Together, these macronutrients play a role in supporting our everyday needs .
 

Types of protein

Protein comes in many forms, and incorporating a variety of sources into your diet can help you get a well-rounded mix of nutrients. 

Different types of protein sources include:

Protein as part of a balanced diet

Including a variety of foods at breakfast can help create a balanced start to the day, and protein is one of the many components that can be part of this. Whether you're keeping it simple or getting creative, adding protein-containing foods to your morning routine can bring both variety and balance to your plate.

Pairing your favourite cereal with protein-rich foods, alongside a portion of fruit is a simple and delicious way to build a balanced breakfast! Whether you prefer a crunchy, creamy, or nutty addition, here are some easy ideas to add a protein to your morning bowl.

High-protein foods to complement cereal 

• Yoghurt: Greek yoghurt, in particular, is a great source of protein and adds a creamy texture.
• Milk: Dairy milk provides protein, and fortified plant-based milk alternatives can also be good sources.
• Nuts and Seeds: Almonds, walnuts, chia seeds, and flaxseeds offer protein and ‘healthy’ unsaturated fats, adding a satisfying crunch.
• Nut Butters: Peanut butter, almond butter, or other nut butters can be spread on toast or mixed into your cereal.
• Cottage Cheese: Another great creamy and high-protein option that can be added to breakfast bowls with cereal and fruit toppings.

 Combine our high-fibre cereals with these protein toppings and fruit for a balanced and tasty breakfast:
•    Shredded Wheat® – Top with Greek yogurt, blueberries and a little drizzle of honey if you like, for a creamy, delicious start to your day.
•    Cheerios® – Pair with almond butter or chopped nuts for added protein and crunch and sliced banana.
•    Nesquik® – Enjoy with fortified soy milk alternative, a handful of almonds and strawberries for a tasty breakfast.
•    Shreddies® – Add chia seeds and a spoonful of peanut butter for protein and apple slices for texture.
•    Golden Nuggets® – Pair with natural unsweetened yogurt and pumpkin seeds with frozen berries for a delicious twist.
 

Breakfast smoothies with protein additions

For a quick breakfast, try blending your favourite smoothie recipe with high-fibre cereals and protein foods, like those we mentioned above – nuts, seeds, dairy or dairy alternative– for a tasty start to your day
In need of some inspiration? Take a look at our smoothie recipes and pick your favourite. 
 

Savoury cereal toppings 

•    Egg Enhancer - Sprinkle crushed cereal over scrambled eggs for a crunchy twist that adds texture and fibre to your protein-packed favourite. Whether you’re keeping it classic or mixing in veggies and herbs, a handful of Shreddies® or Cheerios® on top gives this breakfast a crunchy upgrade. 
•    Frittata Filler - Stir crushed cereal into omelettes or breakfast bakes for added texture and fibre. Whether you're making a veggie-filled frittata or a simple egg dish, a handful of Shreddies® or Cheerios® adds crunch and helps pack more whole grain fibre into your morning.
 

A bowl of cereal isn’t just quick and convenient — it’s also a simple way to help increase your fibre intake at breakfast. All Nestlé cereals with the green banner are a source of fibre. Fibre is an essential nutrient that plays an important role in supporting digestion.

Whole Grain Cereals: A Source of Carbohydrates, Vitamins, and Minerals

Whole grain cereals are a simple and delicious way to start your day, offering a combination of carbohydrates, fibre, and vitamins and minerals. Unlike refined grains whole grains contain all three parts of the grain — the bran, endosperm and germ. They not only provide the carbohydrates, but also deliver fibre to support digestion, and B vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.