These low-carb, high-protein waffles are the BEST healthy breakfast. Made with only 5 ingredients, this easy recipe will give you your new go-to waffles.
Protein waffles
These protein waffles are the easiest healthy breakfast recipe! Made with only 5 ingredients and a blender, this recipe will give you low-carb, high-protein crispy waffles in 10 minutes.
These protein waffles have 33g of protein and 300 calories for the whole serving (picture above!). The recipe doesn't use bananas, special flour, or protein powder—only simple, whole ingredients.
If you know me, you know I LOVE pancakes and waffles. I love to use Kodiak Cakes mixes, but when I don't have any, or I want something with more protein, this protein waffle recipe is the way to go.
It's so easy to make a few batches over the weekend and keep them in the freezer for busy mornings. After toasting, it's perfect topped with fruit, nut butter, syrup, or whatever sounds good on waffles!
What ingredients do I need?
This recipe only requires 5 ingredients! All of these common ingredients can be used in other recipes so nothing will go to waste.
- Oats - Old-fashioned or quick oats will work great for this recipe. The oats will be grounded in the blender which will create a flour texture for the waffles.
- Low-fat cottage cheese - Cottage cheese is one of the two protein ingredients for this recipe. The creamy cottage cheese will add a fluffy texture to the waffles (and I promise you won't taste it!)
- Egg whites - The egg whites are the other main protein source for the waffles. Instead of water, using egg whites will add more protein to the batter.
- Vanilla - I'm a firm believer that most recipes are better with vanilla, so just a teaspoon will work for this recipe.
- Cinnamon - Add some cinnamon to this recipe for some additional flavor! Cinnamon also has health benefits like adding antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties.
What substitutions can I make?
I haven't tried this recipe with any substitutions, other than ratios. I've used more cinnamon, a different kind of cottage cheese, and gluten-free oats, but haven't tested any other ingredients.
If you try any and find that it works, let me know!
Is this recipe healthy?
Each person has their own definition of healthy, and this recipe absolutely is healthy for me! The recipe is packed with protein and has 30 grams per serving. The entire recipe is about 300 calories.
You can add additional toppings like fruit, nut butter, yogurt, whipped cream, or syrup for additional nutritional benefits. I love that I can eat this for breakfast and it will keep me full and fueled until lunch!
How long does this take to make?
This recipe is incredibly quick and easy! It will take 5 minutes for you to gather the ingredients and blend together. There will likely be an additional 5 minutes for cooking the waffles.
What is the process?
- Gather all ingredients and add to a blender.
- Blend well.
- Grease a waffle maker using butter or cooking spray. Add batter.
- Make waffles until you use all of the batter.
- Let cool and enjoy!
When should I make this recipe?
You can make this recipe in the morning right before you need it or at the beginning of the week for a meal prep!
How do I store these?
This recipe is perfect for meal prep! I always make a big batch and store them. You can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
To heat them up, I recommend using a toaster! It will get them crispier then a microwave.
Looking for more recipes?
If you haven’t guessed, I’m a big breakfast fan! Search my breakfast recipes for more easy, healthy breakfast ideas. Here are some additional pancake and waffle recipes:
Can I have the recipe?
If you try this protein waffles recipe and love it, please rate it and me know your thoughts!
Protein Waffles
Equipment
- Waffle Maker
- Blender
Ingredients
- ½ cup oats
- ½ cup low-fat cottage cheese
- ½ cup egg whites
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and add to a blender.
- Blend well.
- Grease a waffle maker using butter or cooking spray. Add batter.
- Make waffles until you use all of the batter.
- Let cool and enjoy!
Sara Snitker says
I was so hesitant to try these but they were delicious! Even my family ate them and enjoyed! Do your self a favor and give these a shot!
Corissa says
So good!! I added a scoop of protein powder and a little less oats & worked great, my son walked downstairs and said yummy cinnamon rolls for breakfast! I’d serve these anyway he asked!!
Erin says
Total game changer for breakfast! Literally tastes like a traditional waffle! So filling and yummy. 10/10 recommend ?
Katy Eckenrode says
Y'all, these are so amazing.
I made a batch this weekend, portioned it out, and froze them. Then reheated in the toaster at work and they were delicious!!! I had my husband heat some up for our picky two year old and he gobbled them up. The recipe is easy to follow, not a lot of ingredients, and so fast to make. I love this blog and these recipes. Being able to know the exact calories I am intaking but still being able to eat something that not only makes me feel full but also tastes good AND is EASY TO MAKE is so rare. No more 12 ingredients to make somethin that may or may not taste good for the sake of being "healthy". This is actually healthy and good for you. Don't let the cottage cheese scare you. You can't taste it!
Brynne says
So So So Delicious!!! Didn’t even miss the “real” thing. Thank you so much for your time & effort in these recipes!
Kerigan says
Protein filled breakfast MVP! I loved making a big batch of these and reheating them in the toaster to have all week long. It's been the perfect post-workout meal - simple, filling, and the cinnamon makes it dessert-like. This will be a regular in my breakfast rotation!!
Amy says
This was a hit with the whole family. So easy to make and things we have on hand normally. My son who is really picky and hates cottage cheese devoured more than his share of these. Will make again for sure!
macytrev says
I was very hesitant to try these based on the ingredient list, but am so glad I did! I am not a huge fan of egg whites or cottage cheese, but these are by far the best “protein waffles” I’ve ever made! Just as good as regular waffles + so much healthier. I usually add a couple drops of stevia liquid sweetener and extra cinnamon 🙂 Best topped with RX butter!!
Cora H Fiechtner says
Wish I could give this a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐/5 stars! I have had these almost every morning for the past couple of months. They do not disappoint, and I love that I can be flexible with toppings since the macros are on point. Thank you, Jordo!
Becky says
Wow! Another great recipe thanks to Jordo! As other reviewers mention, you can't taste the cottage cheese (or feel that texture) in these. I love how they are just made from wholesome ingredients...not any protein powder. I have a couple children who do not like oatmeal, so I wasn't sure if they would like these but everyone loved them. We topped the waffles with peanut butter, bananas, and a little bit of maple syrup. YUM!!!! These will be in our regular rotation for sure.
Liz Collver says
I've been watching these on Instagram throughout 2021 Tighter Together - and I HATE cottage cheese....but was intrigued. Made these over the weekend and fully committed to like 5 batches (because why else would I need more cottage cheese in my fridge) - and OH MY GOODNESS. All 15 are GONE and I am getting ready to prep another quadruple batch.
Some fun I had - made one batch with regular eggs - super yummy with slightly higher fat (put in 2-3 eggs)
Added nutmeg and cinnamon (a tsp each/batch) because I'm in love with nutmeg and it added a wonderful pepper flavor.
I have literally not made a Jordo recipe I don't LOVE!!
Amy says
These are AMAZING. Delicious, filling, store perfectly for meal prep, taste heavenly...I could go on and on. Go make them!
Ashna says
The best waffles! I look forward to mine every morning.
Sarah says
Love these!! Taste like such a treat! I like to mix a little peanut butter and maple syrup together, melt, and pour over. I also added in a little maple flavoring to the batter because normally I use way too much syrup!
Tracy says
These are so good, and so filling! I love to top them light & fit toasted coconut vanilla Greek yogurt and some berries. Need to make a batch when my kids aren’t home to see what I’m putting in them, that way I know they’ll eat them ?.