These high protein triple berry buns are fluffy, sweet and protein-packed thanks to my go-to high-protein Greek yogurt dough. They make for a yummy breakfast or sweet snack with no protein powder needed. I highly recommend a drizzle of maple syrup when you serve these buns 🥰.
- Tastes like berry pancakes: These buns are so fluffy and taste just like pancakes in bun form.
- Protein-rich: Each “bun” packs 8g of protein with just 185 calories. Can’t beat that!
- Super versatile: You can use literally any berry or combination of berries for these buns. Plus, both fresh and frozen berries will work!
Our friend AJfoodi on Instagram made these go viral, and we knew we had to try a variation of our own. Go check hers out for the OG.
Ingredients You Need
- Mixed berries: I like to use frozen mixed berries, but I’ve also tested this recipe with fresh berries, and that works great, too.
- All-purpose flour: AP flour is the base of this dough. It helps create the perfect crispy and chewy dough when baked. I have not tested this recipe (yet) with gluten-free AP flour or almond flour.
- Baking powder: Because this dough doesn’t have any yeast, it needs baking powder as a leavening agent. Don’t skip it!
- Baking soda: You’ll also need baking soda for perfectly fluffy buns.
- Greek yogurt: I tested this recipe with Skyr yogurt, Greek yogurt, and blended cottage cheese, and all were great at adding both protein and the right amount of moisture. Painterland Sisters skyr yogurt is my jam if you haven’t tried it yet.
- Egg: The egg helps the buns keep their shape.
- Maple syrup: Because these buns are on the sweeter side, you’ll use a little maple syrup in the dough. It complements the berry flavor quite nicely.
It’s All About the High-Protein Dough
My go-to high-protein dough recipe is seriously so good, incredibly easy to make, and super versatile — so much so that I’ve used it as a base for SO many high-protein recipes on Fit Foodie Finds. From my raspberry cottage cheese breakfast cake to my insanely delicious protein bagels to my no-rise protein pizza dough, this dough truly does it all!
What’s the ingredient DL? This high-protein dough uses just a few ingredients, and requires ZERO rise time. It’s a 1:1 ratio of all-purpose flour and Greek yogurt + a few other simple ingredients like baking powder, an egg, and maple syrup.
Greek Yogurt vs. Blended Cottage Cheese
I’ve tested this recipe with Greek yogurt, skyr yogurt and blended cottage cheese and technically they all work, although I do prefer the Greek yogurt or skyr yogurt variation. Why? Greek yogurt makes these buns a bit more fluffy while cottage cheese will make it the buns a bit more dense and savory.
Top Tips for Triple Berry Buns
Brown sugar or maple syrup will work in this recipe. I’ve tested both, and both work flawlessly. The flavor won’t change significantly either way, so choose your own adventure here.
Any variety of berry will work for this recipe. I’ve tested these buns with frozen mixed berries as well as fresh berries. You can also use a single variety of berry if you prefer.
Serving Suggestions
Oh my gooooodness! A cup of coffee or latte with these triple berry buns is a heavenly match. Keep it simple with my pour over coffee, or jazz things up, and make this homemade DIY maple pecan latte or chai tea latte!
Storage Directions
These triple berry buns can be stored in an airtight container for 2-3 days at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
More Breakfast Buns and Cake Recipes
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Preheat the oven to 350℉ and spray a loaf pan with cooking spray. Set aside.
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Place all of the ingredients, except the mixed berries, into a large mixing bowl. Stir to combine, making sure to scrape the sides of the bowl.
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Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and top with the mixed berries.
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Bake at 350℉ for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Drizzle with syrup and serve warm.
- Brown sugar can be used in place of maple syrup in this recipe.
- Any mixture of frozen or fresh berries would work in this recipe.
Calories: 185 kcal, Carbohydrates: 35 g, Protein: 8 g, Fat: 1 g, Fiber: 1 g, Sugar: 14 g
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Photography by: The Wooden Skillet
