High-Protein GLP-1 Breakfast: Greek Yogurt with Apple & Cinnamon

August 2, 2026

GLP-1 Nutrition · Recipes

Greek Yoghurt with Apple & Cinnamon

Thick, creamy Greek yoghurt with sweet apple and warming cinnamon. A simple, comforting breakfast that tastes like apple pie but keeps the protein high.

Why this works on GLP-1

Greek yoghurt is a quiet high-protein hero: a good bowl of 0% Greek yoghurt carries most of a breakfast's protein in a small, easy-to-eat portion. That suits GLP-1 medication well, where appetite is lower and protein helps protect lean muscle during weight loss. It is also naturally lower in the sugar found in flavoured yoghurts.

Apple and cinnamon add natural sweetness and a little fibre for very few calories, so it feels like a treat without needing added sugar. Warming the apple briefly makes it taste like an apple pie filling, turning a two-minute bowl into something that feels special.

~26 gProtein
per serving

~250Calories
per serving

5 minBreakfast,
single serving

Ingredients · makes 1 serving

Greek yoghurt0% fat, high-protein · for the most protein 250 g
AppleDiced · any sweet variety 1
CinnamonGround 1 tsp
To boost protein, optionalA scoop of vanilla protein powder stirred in, or a spoon of nuts or seeds to taste
To finish, optionalA drizzle of honey, a few walnuts, or a sprinkle of granola to taste

Method

Prepare the apple. Dice the apple. For a fresh, crunchy bowl, use it raw. For a cosy, apple-pie feel, sauté the diced apple in a dry non-stick pan with the cinnamon and a splash of water for 3 to 4 minutes, until softened and fragrant, then let it cool slightly.
Mix the base. Spoon the Greek yoghurt into a bowl. If using protein powder for a boost, stir it in now with a splash of water until smooth.
Combine and serve. Top the yoghurt with the apple, sprinkle over the cinnamon (if not already cooked in), and add any honey, nuts, or granola. Eat slowly to gauge fullness on a reduced appetite.

Approximate nutrition per serving

~26 gProtein ~250Calories ~4 gFibre ~30 gCarbs ~1 gFat

Makes one serving, using 0% high-protein Greek yoghurt, which gives the most protein. A scoop of protein powder or a spoon of nuts brings it to around 29 to 35 g. Full-fat Greek yoghurt has less protein and more fat. Figures vary with the yoghurt and apple.

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Disclaimer. This content is provided by Evoren for general educational and informational purposes only and reflects the perspective of a Qualified Nutritional Therapist. It is not medical advice and is not a substitute for guidance from your prescribing clinician or other healthcare professional. Nutritional needs, including protein targets, vary from person to person. Always speak with your healthcare professional before making changes to your diet, supplements, or medication while taking GLP-1 treatments, particularly if you experience nausea, digestive symptoms, or other side effects.