16 Protein-Packed Breakfasts for a Happier AM

Kate Thorn
Aug 20, 2015

Sunday evening we all have the best intentions. We’ve written out a menu, we’ve done the grocery shopping and we are set for the healthiest week of breakfasts yet. Then Monday morning rolls around and our best intentions get left in the kitchen along with our breakfast.

1. Be Well Smoothie: A smoothie is a great way to grab everything you need for breakfast on the go. This green smoothie combines the perfect amount of fiber, protein and healthy fats to keep you full throughout the day. (via Be Well by Kelly)

2. Breakfast Crepes: These low-carb, high-protein egg crepes are filled with avocados, alfalfa sprouts and turkey for the ultimate combination of protein. Eggs and avocado give you all the essential fats that you need for healthy brain function to get you through those workday blues. (via Avocado Pesto)

3. Skinny Breakfast Frittatas: These look like a fancy meal to be reserved for leisurely weekend brunches, but all you have to do is whip together eggs, veggies like spinach and sun dried tomatoes, a dash of feta cheese and throw ’em in the oven for 20 minutes while you do your makeup. (via Skinny Ms.)

4. Egg White and Pesto Breakfast Pizza: Pizza for breakfast? Yes, please. Especially when it’s as low-calorie and delicious as this flatbread breakfast pizza. (via The Big Man’s World)

5. Banana Pancake Taco: Roll up these gluten-free pancakes with Greek yogurt and bananas. Fun, healthy and simple, this breakfast is high protein and only 100 calories per taco. (via Food Faith Fitness)

6. Protein-rich Berry Smoothie: Made with frozen berries, Greek yogurt, vanilla protein powder, chia seeds and water, this smoothie is a great way to get your protein without any eggs. (via Gourmet Persuasion)

7. Cottage Cheese Fruit Bowl: A bowl filled with fruit and cottage cheese is a low-calorie dish that will definitely keep you satisfied ’til lunch. Cottage cheese for breakfast is a great protein option that’s filled with fiber and will also help boost your immune system. (via Salad Menu)

8. Cinnamon Chocolate Overnight Oats: Craving something dessert-like for breakfast? Skip the donut and go for this decadent chocolate breakfast instead. If you make it the night before, you’ll literally have to do nothing in the morning but scoop it into your mouth. (via Whole Food Real Families)

9. Chocolate Peanut Butter Granola Bars: Some of us just don’t do breakfast, and that’s okay. But it’s still not an excuse for calling coffee “breakfast.” Make a batch of these protein-rich bars and toss a couple in your purse to enjoy at work when you do start to feel hungry. (via The Big Man’s World)

10. Coconut Quinoa Porridge: Think of this breakfast as oatmeal, but on steroids. Combining quinoa and chia seeds makes a sort of supercharged porridge, and quinoa is a complete protein (and anti-inflammatory!), as it contains all nine essential amino acids. (via Heart and Bowl)

11. Fresh Orange Smoothie: It’s time to ditch that gritty protein powder. Adding egg whites to your smoothie not only thickens it, but also makes it more natural and healthy. (via My Organized Chaos)

12. Sweet Potato Breakfast Burrito: If you’re trying out Meatless Mondays, these vegetarian breakfast burritos are for you. They work great as a make-ahead, freezer-friendly meal option. (via Kim’s Cravings)

13. Cocoa Protein Bowl: Smoothie bowls are a great option for fuss-free breakfasts that require zero prep. The secret to this velvety smooth drink is silken tofu and a hefty scoop of cocoa powder. (via Kiran Tarun)

14. Huevos Rancheros: Black beans are a great source of meatless protein. Top a tortilla with black beans, egg and a lot of salsa for a deliciously easy, Mexican-inspired breakfast. (via The Garlic Diaries)

15. Banana Bread Protein Waffles: Add a bit of vanilla protein powder to these tasty waffles for an uber-filling breakfast. Top with fruit or keep things classic with peanut butter and syrup. (via Yeah, Imma Eat That)

16. Jumping Monkey Smoothie: We’d never expect you to ditch coffee completely — that boost of caffeine is what gets us through the roughest mornings. So why not incorporate it right into your healthy breakfast in the form of this caffeinated chocolate-banana smoothie? #Yum (via A Balance of Tastes)

What are your favorite protein-packed breakfasts? Share your tips and thoughts in the comments below!

'The Last of Us' Season 2 Is Coming Sooner Than Expected

I've been anxiously awaiting news on The Last of Us season 2 release date ever since that crazy season 1 finale in March of 2023. ICYMI, Joel (Pedro Pascal) and Ellie (Bella Ramsey) have returned to Jackson but unfortunately, all's not well that ends well, because Joel is hiding a huge secret — and it's totally shaken Ellie's trust in him. I love this reluctant duo so much and I'm already making plans to visit my best friend so we can watch (and rewatch) the premiere together.

Here's everything we know about The Last of Us season 2 release date, plus the new The Last of Us trailer.

'The Last of Us' season 2 trailer teases lots of terror.

We've already gotten our first look at Kaitlyn Dever's Abby (a character fans of the game love to hate), but this is the first time we've gotten to hear her — or see her Firefly pendant. We also catch a glimpse of Ellie and Dina (Isabela Merced) dancing during what appears to be an iconic game scene and Tommy (Gabriel Luna) helping defend Jackson from the infected.

While season 1 was full of earthy tones and tons of light vs. dark imagery, The Last of Us season 2 is already showing off a much more aggressive color palette with blacks and reds that underscore just how explosive things are this season (and judging by the flares, I mean that quite literally).

When can I watch The Last of Us season 2?

Yes, The Last of Us season 2 release date is coming sooner rather than later and the show will hit Max in April 2025. We're still awaiting confirmation on whether we'll get all the episodes at once, but I'm guessing it'll be another weekly release schedule to bring us from the spring through the summer.

Is Last of Us season 2 coming?

Yes, The Last of Us season 2 is on its way! The show was renewed in January of 2023 after the pilot aired. The game sequel opens five years after the events of the first game, and Joel and Ellie's relationship has splintered because of Joel's secret: his promise that Ellie's immunity couldn't be used for a cure is actually a lie — and he murdered an entire hospital of Firefly rebels to save her life.

When Ellie finds out Joel lied to her — and when a certain someone finds out Joel's responsible for the massacre — their worlds implode.

Bella Ramsey told Vanity Fair "it’s really a story about revenge and a continuation from the first season about the dangers of unconditional love."

Meanwhile, Pedro Pascal teased to Deadline that The Last of Us team “are always going to find ways to build on the incredible source material that they have, and surprise us with how they can use that material in a different format like a television show."

Check back here for the latest The Last of Us season 2 release date news! And read up on the other most-anticipated TV shows coming in 2025.

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The 2025 Girl Scout Cookie Season Just Started – And These 2 Flavors Won’t Return Next Year

The next best thing after Christmasis not New Year’s – it’s Girl Scout cookie season! We just can’t resist stocking up on Thin Mints and Tagalongs every year. In the spirit of getting a taste as early as possible in 2025, we’ve got our eye on everything related to this year's season.

Get your cravings ready, because we’ve gathered everything you need to know about the 2025 Girl Scout cookie season.

When will Girl Scout Cookie season be in 2025?

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Girl Scouts of the USA just announced that cookie season kicked off on January 7, 2025! Girl Scout cookie season typically runs from January to March, though the exact dates depend on the region you live in.

Several Girl Scout regions announced the dates for their season ahead of the "official" start. You can likely anticipate similar dates for other parts of the country:

Last year, in-person cookie sales started as early as January 9 while online sales began on February 16.

Where do I buy Girl Scout cookies?

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You can buy Girl Scout cookies in-person or online. Oftentimes, troops will set up shop in front of grocery stores or malls. Once the season starts, you can search for in-person booths here. Many troops also offer online ordering, so you don't even have to leave the house.

How much will Girl Scout Cookies be in 2025?

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The cost of Girl Scout cookies will vary based on the region you buy them in. In 2024, the price per box ranged from $5 to $7, amidreported price raisesdue to inflation.

Several regions have already addressed pricing ahead of the 2025 Girl Scout cookie season.

Girl Scouts of Arizona Cactus-Pine announced their first cost-per-box price bump in nearly a decade, citing rising production costs. All of their boxes will cost $6, but specialty cookie flavors like Girl Scout S'mores and Toffee-tastic will go for $7.

Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois have all of their boxes priced at $6.

Meet The 2025 Girl Scout Cookie Flavors

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There are currently 12 Girl Scout cookie flavors, according to Girl Scouts. Their list includes the same cookies that were available in 2024. From Thin Mints to Samoas, we are so excited. Here’s the full list of cookies:

  • Adventurefuls
  • Caramel Chocolate Chips
  • Samoas (AKA Caramel deLites)
  • Do-si-dos (AKA Peanut Butter Sandwich)
  • Girl Scout S’mores
  • Lemonades
  • Lemon-Ups
  • Tagalongs (AKA Peanut Butter Patties)
  • Thin Mints
  • Toast-Yay!
  • Toffee-tastic
  • Trefoils

We’re also holding out hope that a new flavor will be announced ahead of the 2025 season (a la the famous Raspberry Rally)!

Are there any Girl Scout cookie flavors leaving the lineup?

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Yes, sadly, there are two Girl Scout cookie flavors that won't be coming back after the 2025 season. Girl Scouts of the USA announced that the Girl Scout S’mores and Toast-Yay! cookies will be retired after this year, so now's the time to stock up if you're a fiend for those flavors.

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Blake Lively's Team Just Responded To Justin Baldoni's Lawyer Calling Her Claims "Outrageous"

It Ends With Us might have premiered in August 2024, but Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni's behind the scenes conflict continues to unfold in the new year. What started out as rumored drama escalated into legal issues when Blake filed a lawsuit against Justin on December 20, claiming his behavior on set was “disturbing" and “unprofessional," adding "improvised gratuitous sexual content" after the actress had already signed onto the film — all in all facilitating a "hostile work environment."

Here's why Justin Baldoni's lawyer called the claims "outrageous" — and what Blake Lively's team had to say.


Blake Lively & Justin Baldoni's conflict is reportedly more than a "feud."

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After Blake filed the suit, and the New York Times published messages between Justin Baldoni and his team, reporting they were behind a smear campaign against the actress, Justin responded with his own $250 million lawsuit against the NYT. Justin's lawyer Bryan Freedman told People the claims are "false, outrageous and intentionally salacious with an intent to publicly hurt."

But on January 6, Blake's legal team came back with another statement, holding firm that "this is not a ‘feud’ arising from ‘creative differences’ or a ‘he said/she said’ situation,” they said in a statement to People.

“As alleged in Ms. Lively’s complaint, and as we will prove in litigation, Wayfarer [Studios] and its associates engaged in unlawful, retaliatory astroturfing against Ms. Lively for simply trying to protect herself and others on a film set. And their response to the lawsuit has been to launch more attacks against Ms. Lively since her filing.”

“Sexual harassment and retaliation are illegal in every workplace and in every industry," the team wrote. “A classic tactic to distract from allegations of this type of misconduct is to ‘blame the victim’ by suggesting that they invited the conduct, brought it on themselves, misunderstood the intentions, or even lied. Another classic tactic is to reverse the victim and offender, and suggest that the offender is actually the victim. These concepts normalize and trivialize allegations of serious misconduct."

“Most importantly, media statements are not a defense to Ms. Lively’s legal claims," the statement continues. "We will continue to prosecute her claims in federal court, where the rule of law determines who prevails, not hyperbole and threats."

And their costars are speaking out.

Both Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni have found support from previous costars. Amber Tamblyn, America Ferrera, and Alexis Bledel, who starred with Blake in The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, released a statement in which they "stand with her in solidarity as she fights back against the reported campaign waged to destroy her reputation."

"Throughout the filming of It Ends With Us, we saw her summon the courage to ask for a safe workplace for herself and colleagues on set, and we are appalled to read the evidence of a premeditated and vindictive effort that ensued to discredit her voice," the statement reads. "Most upsetting is the unabashed exploitation of domestic violence survivors' stories to silence a woman who asked for safety. The hypocrisy is astounding."

They continue that, "We are struck by the reality that even if a woman is as strong, celebrated, and resourced as our friend Blake, she can still face forceful retaliation for daring to ask for a safe work environment. We are inspired by our sister's courage to stand up for herself and others."

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Brandon Sklenar, who stars in It Ends With Us as Atlas, also supported Blake, linking to the NYT story on Instagram with a heart emoji. "For the love of god read this," he said.

Meanwhile, Justin's Jane the Virgin costar Gina Rodriguez told People in September that "sweet, sweet soul" Justin is "my brother forever. Forever and ever."

Stay tuned for the latest It Ends With Us (and Justin Baldoni & Blake Lively) news.

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