Cottage Cheese Waffles

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My cottage cheese waffles are crisp on the outside while fluffy in the middle. They require just three ingredients and are perfect for meal prep or a quick breakfast.

cottage cheese waffles with fresh fruit and maple syrup on top.

I’ve been making these cottage cheese waffles for years, but I never thought to share them with you. But since cottage cheese is in its revival era, here we go!

The waffles themselves are a blank canvas. They are super crisp on the edges and in every cranny and nook. I purposely kept them mild-tasting and sweetener-free, so you can top them with anything you like.

Table of Contents
  1. Why I love this recipe
  2. Key Ingredients
  3. How to make cottage cheese waffles
  4. Arman’s recipe tips
  5. Storage instructions
  6. More healthy breakfasts
  7. Cottage Cheese Waffles (Recipe Card)

Why I love this recipe

  • Quick and easy. From prep to plate, these waffles take less than ten minutes.
  • 3 Ingredients. Just oats, cottage cheese, and eggs.
  • Versatile. I keep the batter plain, so you can add mix-ins or flavors of choice.
  • Meal prep friendly. The waffles reheat really well, so I like to batch-cook them on weekends.

If you’re looking for more cottage cheese breakfast recipes, try my cottage cheese bagels, cottage cheese pancakes, or cottage cheese eggs next.

Key Ingredients

  • Cottage cheese. I prefer using low-fat cottage cheese (2%), but I have also tested it with full-fat (4%) and non-fat (0%) varieties and didn’t notice any difference in texture or flavor. If you need these waffles to be dairy-free, you can use dairy-free cottage cheese.
  • Eggs. Room temperature, please.
  • Rolled oats. Or quick oats.
  • Flavor boosters. Vanilla extract, sugar, maple syrup, etc.

How to make cottage cheese waffles

This is an overview with step-by-step photos. Full ingredients & instructions are in the recipe card below.

oats, cottage cheese, and eggs in a blender.

Step 1- Blend the cottage cheese, eggs, and oats until combined.

crispy cottage cheese waffles on a wire rack.

Step 2- Cook. Grease a waffle iron and, once hot, pour in the batter. Cook until crisp.

Arman’s recipe tips

  • Don’t overblend. If your batter is too smooth, you risk the waffles turning out rubbery and dry. You want the waffle mixture to be combined.
  • Add sweetness. These waffles are NOT sweet. They are designed to be topped with maple syrup or other sweet toppings. If you prefer sweet waffles, add some sugar, maple syrup, or honey.
  • Preheat the waffle iron. Don’t add any batter until the waffle iron is sizzling hot.

Storage instructions

To store: Leftover waffles can be kept in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.

To freeze: Place the cooked and cooled waffles in a ziplock bag and store in the freezer for up to two months.

Reheating: I like to reheat the waffles in a toaster oven, air fryer basket, or oven for maximum crispiness.

cottage cheese waffles with maple syrup with fresh berries.

More healthy breakfasts

If you tried this Cottage Cheese Waffles recipe or any other recipe on The Big Man’s World, please rate the recipe and let me know how it went in the comments below. It really helps others thinking of making the recipe. 

cottage cheese waffles recipe.

Cottage Cheese Waffles

5 from 3 votes
These cottage cheese waffles needs just three ingredients to make and yield crispy and fluffy waffles. They make a healthy and wholesome breakfast.
Servings: 4 servings
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 5 minutes
Total: 10 minutes

Ingredients  

  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 3 large eggs

Instructions 

  • Preheat a waffle iron.
  • In a high-speed blender or food processor, add the cottage cheese, eggs, and rolled oats. Blend until combined.
  • Grease the hot waffle iron and pour portions of the batter onto it. Cook until the edges are crispy and the exterior is golden brown.
  • Repeat the process until all the waffles are cooked up.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 171kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 14gFat: 5gSodium: 284mgPotassium: 174mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 226IUCalcium: 66mgIron: 2mgNET CARBS: 14g
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Author: Arman Liew
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Arman Liew

I’m a two time cookbook author, photographer, and writer, and passionate about creating easy and healthier recipes. I believe you don’t need to be experienced in the kitchen to make good food using simple ingredients that most importantly, taste delicious.

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  1. 5 stars
    Tried this recipe and it turned out great. I separated the egg whites, and took the hand mixer on high until they’re firm. Then I rolled it into the mixed cottage cheese , rolled oats , egg yolks and vanilla extract. It made three large waffles in the waffle maker and it was nice and fluffy. Thank you. Will be making these more often.

  2. 5 stars
    Love these cottage cheese waffles!!!! I did add some honey to the batter but I love sweet waffles.

  3. 5 stars
    I can see what all the fuss is about now! These were so easy and the kids loved them dressed up with some banana. Thank you!