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!
Lindsey Watson says
These waffles are a weekly go to for me! Quick, easy, filling and you can dress them up or down. Looooove!
Jessica Wolpe says
I eat these almost every day! They work great for meal prep. I make a big batch on Sunday then just throw them in the toaster throughout the week!
Liz says
This recipe is so easy and sooo good! I love that there is no protein powder and they aren't dry at all! My kids love it too! New staple for breakfast!
traci says
Does this make only 1 waffle or it makes 3-4 and those 3-4 waffles are one serving?
Jordan Smith says
Hi Traci, the recipe makes 1 serving. The amount of waffles it makes will depend on the size of the waffle maker you use. It's usually 3 larger waffles or 5 mini waffles. Hope that helps!
Joanie says
So yummy and easy to make! Have also tried making them as pancakes and they’re great, too! Sometimes I add a little corn starch for extra crispy waffles!
Courtney says
My go-to easy breakfast! Easy steps and ingredients I always have on hand. I'm never disappointed with any of these recipes!
Amy says
These have been my go-to breakfast lately! So easy and yummy!
Eliza says
I’m obsessed with these… great high protein option without protein powder!!! I’m a trainer and tell everyone about these! I always add chocolate chips and a little pb and banana on top 😤😤😤
Sara says
Could I use Greek yogurt instead of the cottage cheese?
Jordan Smith says
Yes! Though I haven't tried that myself, I've heard from several people that swap will work for the recipe.
Marie says
Ok, wow. At first, I was skeptical but I think it's because of our waffle maker (the pour into the hole at the top kind), wasn't really cooking the waffles all the way through. But, we pushed on and put them in the fridge until we used the. I just warmed one up in the oven on broil for 10 minutes to crisp it up and my goodness. I don't think we'll be going back to boxed pancake or waffle mix any time soon. ❤️❤️❤️
T says
Do you use a mini waffle maker or a regular size?
Rachel says
Easy, delicious & quick. I will not consume cottage cheese so I was apprehensive, but you’d have no clue unless you made them or someone told you. Will be a staple.
Martha says
I make these as pancakes, but I love this recipe. So delicious 😋
Jenn Lundgren says
These waffles are fantastic! Not only because there are so few ingredients and they're so easy but they're delicious as well as loaded with protein. Jordo knocked ot out of the park with this one!!!
Laurel says
I made these for my toddlers, thinking they’d be healthier than Kodiak cakes, and I couldn’t make them as fast as my kids ate them. They taste fantastic, the kids love them, and I don’t feel like I’m filling them with sugar. Love the recipe!