Protein Waffles

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Light, fluffy, and perfectly crispy protein waffles that need just 3 ingredients to make! Ready in minutes, they can pack up to 20 grams of protein per serving!

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Table of Contents
  1. Why you’ll love this protein waffles recipe
  2. Ingredients needed
  3. Dietary swap
  4. Protein powder tip
  5. How to make high protein waffles
  6. Flavor variations
  7. Storage instructions
  8. Recipe tips and tricks
  9. More high protein recipes to try
  10. Frequently Asked Questions
  11. Protein Waffles (Recipe Card)

Why you’ll love this protein waffles recipe

You might remember that I’ve already showed you a few waffle recipes, like keto waffles and almond flour ones, but none are as easy as these.

This protein waffle recipe will be a breakfast staple. It’s all made in one blender, so there is minimal cleaning up, and it tastes like real waffles! 

  • 3 Ingredients. All you need are oats, eggs, and cottage cheese! 
  • Perfect texture. they turn out crispy on the outside and fluffy in the middle every single time.
  • 10+ grams of protein. When made as is, they have around 10 grams of protein each, but if you add a scoop of protein powder, you pack in over 20 grams of protein each.
  • Great for meal prep. You can make a triple batch of these waffles, freeze them up and toast them when you want to enjoy them! 

Oh, and if you like adding protein to your breakfast, try my protein coffee, protein cinnamon rolls, and protein pancakes.

Ingredients needed

This recipe calls for a basic ingredient list that uses pantry and fridge staples. If you don’t have them on hand, they can be found at any grocery store or supermarket. Here is what you’ll need:

  • Rolled oats- also known as old-fashioned oats. Quick-cooking oats can also be used, but the edges won’t be as crispy.

Dietary swap

For gluten-free protein waffles, use certified gluten-free rolled oats or oat flour

  • Cottage cheese- Non-fat or reduced-fat cottage cheese can be used. Give the waffles a deliciously moist and fluffy center, adding no flavor.
  • Eggs- room temperature eggs.
  • Protein powder– Optional, but add 1/4 cup of protein powder and double the protein content. 

Protein powder tip

Plant-based protein powder or casein protein powder is best, as they thicken the batter. Whey protein powder can sometimes cause the batter to thin out, so be careful if you use it. 

  • Sweetener-Optional, but add if you want sweet waffles. I like using maple syrup or some coconut sugar. 
  • Optional add-ins– Vanilla extract, baking powder, and Greek yogurt will all enhance the flavor of the waffles without affecting the texture. 

How to make high protein waffles

Step 1- Blend the ingredients together

Start by adding all your ingredients into a high speed blender or food processor. Blend very well until no clumps remain and the batter is smooth.

Step 2- Cook the waffles

Next, preheat a waffle maker and lightly grease it with coconut oil or butter.  Once hot, add spoonfuls of the batter onto it until covered. Cook the waffle until golden and crispy around the edges. If any waffle batter remains, cook in batches until it is used up.

Serve immediately with sugar-free syrup and/or your favorite toppings!

how to make protein waffles

Flavor variations

While delicious on their own, these waffles are like a blank canvas that can be changed up in a plethora of ways. Here are some of my favorite ideas:

  • Berries. Fresh berries (or frozen ones) are great! Try raspberries, blueberries, or strawberries. 
  • Nut butter. Peanut butter, almond butter, or cashew butter will make the waffles extra hearty and provide healthy fats.
  • Whipped cream. Who can resist a mound of fluffy cream on their waffles?
  • Chocolate. Use chocolate protein powder and add a liberal handful of chocolate chips (or drizzle on some healthy Nutella). 
  • Pumpkin. Swap out the cottage cheese for pumpkin puree (similar to pumpkin protein pancakes!).

Storage instructions

To store: Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to one week.

To freeze: Place cooled waffles in a ziplock bag and store them in the freezer for up to 6 months.

Reheating: Either microwave the waffles for 30 seconds or place them in a toaster oven until crispy.

high protein waffles

Recipe tips and tricks

  • Amp up the protein. For an added protein boost, you can add a scoop of your favorite protein powder.
  • Adjust the timing. Waffle iron makes and models differ. Follow the cooking instructions as per the packaging.
  • Make pancakes. If you don’t own a waffle iron, these work very well as protein pancakes. Simply cook the batter in a preheated non-stick pan coated with cooking spray. Once hot, pour 1/4 cup portions of the batter into it and cook until crispy around the edges.
  • Adapt the batter. If your waffle batter is too thick, add some almond milk or water to thin it out. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are these good for weight loss?

Protein waffles are a fantastic breakfast to enjoy on a weight loss diet. When made correctly, they are full of fiber and protein, two key nutrients to keep you fuller for longer.

How many calories?

This protein waffles recipe has just 125 calories per GIANT waffle.

How do you make waffles less dry?

Do not overcook your waffles. Once they sizzle around the edges and begin to brown, they are ready to be removed from the waffle iron.

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Protein Waffles

5 from 574 votes
These protein waffles are the BEST high protein waffles made with just 3 ingredients! Ready in 2 minutes, they pack in over 20 grams of protein per waffle!
Servings: 4 waffles
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 5 minutes
Total: 10 minutes

Ingredients  

Instructions 

  • Add all your ingredients into a high speed blender. Blend very well, until smooth and no clumps remain.
  • Heat a waffle iron as per the box directions. Once hot, pour spoonfuls of the batter to cover the iron. Cook the waffle until crispy on the edges. Remove from the waffle iron and cook the remaining batter.
  • Serve the waffles immediately with your favorite sweet or savory toppings.

Notes

For over 20 grams of protein per waffle, add the protein powder. 
TO STORE: Waffles can be stored in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 1 week.
TO FREEZE: Place leftovers in a ziplock bag and store them in the freezer for up to 6 months. 
REHEATING WAFFLES: Either microwave the waffles for 30 seconds or place them in a pre-heated non-stick pan and cook until warm. 
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1waffleCalories: 112kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 20gFat: 3gSodium: 151mgPotassium: 95mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 147IUCalcium: 36mgIron: 1mgNET CARBS: 7g
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
    Wanted to find another high protein breakfast and this is perfect no guilt waffles! Easy delicious and most importantly they keep you filled! I double the recipe and make 10 mini waffles serve it with fruit and yummy 😋.

  2. 5 stars
    Just made a big batch of these to freeze some for prep and they turned out great! I added a pinch of salt and some cinnamon, vanilla and almond extract for flavor and swapped the cottage cheese for skyr bc its what we had in the fridge.

    1. 5 stars
      Ready in minutes and absolutely delish und fluffy. Best protein waffles I ever tried. I only used half the recommended amount of eggs and substituted cottage cheese for curd cause that’s what was in the fridge.
      This will become a staple in the freezer. Thank you!

  3. 5 stars
    I subbed nonfat Greek yogurt for the cottage cheese, and it was amazing! Next time I would just add a pinch of salt

  4. 5 stars
    I have been making these for the last year. They taste delicious. I top it off with some Greek yogurt, jam and almonds. This is the easiest meal prep recipe I use with the protein I need.

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