Description
Enjoy a quick and nutritious breakfast with these healthy protein waffles made in just 10 minutes. Packed with eggs, cottage cheese, and oats, these waffles offer a perfect balance of protein and whole grains. Customize them with your favorite toppings like fresh berries, nut butter, or a drizzle of maple syrup for a delicious and wholesome start to your day.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 large eggs (substitute with flax eggs for vegan option)
- 1 cup cottage cheese (use ricotta cheese for a similar effect)
- 1 cup old fashioned oats (substitute with gluten-free oats for gluten-free option)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (replace with almond extract for different flavor)
- 1/2 tsp salt (use kosher salt or omit for sodium-free)
Toppings (optional)
- Fresh fruits (berries are especially delightful)
- Nut butter (almond or peanut butter work beautifully)
- Yogurt (choose Greek yogurt for extra protein)
- Maple syrup or honey (use sparingly for a lower sugar option)
Instructions
- Preheat the waffle iron: Set your waffle iron to medium-high heat and lightly oil the surface to prevent sticking, ensuring your waffles cook evenly and have a crisp exterior.
- Prepare the batter: In a blender, combine the eggs, cottage cheese, old fashioned oats, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend the mixture until it forms a smooth batter with no large oat pieces for the best texture.
- Cook the waffles: Pour about ½ cup of batter onto the preheated waffle iron. Close the lid and cook for 4-5 minutes or until the waffles are golden brown and crisp on the outside.
- Serve or store: Serve the waffles immediately topped with your preferred fresh fruits, yogurt, nut butter, or maple syrup. Alternatively, allow them to cool completely and freeze for convenient future breakfasts.
Notes
- For vegan waffles, substitute eggs with flax eggs (1 tablespoon flaxseed meal mixed with 3 tablespoons water per egg).
- Use gluten-free oats if you need the recipe to be gluten-free.
- Adjust sweetness by controlling the amount of maple syrup or honey added on top.
- These waffles freeze well—reheat in a toaster or oven for a quick meal.
- Try different toppings like chopped nuts, seeds, or a dollop of almond butter for variety.
