Easy Protein Waffles
These easy protein waffles are a homemade take on Kodiak waffles! They’re made with simple ingredients like eggs, greek yogurt and protein powder for a simple, high protein breakfast recipe!
These protein waffles are quickly becoming my favorite breakfast, after my protein pancakes of course.
In a traditional waffle, there isn’t much protein – mostly just a lot of sugar! These protein waffles are made of greek yogurt, eggs, protein powder and oats fora hearty and healthy breakfast that actually keep you full! Try my peanut butter banana waffles or protein snickerdoodle cookies next.
These waffles are definitely healthier than your average waffle. They have 14 grams of protein per serving and are completely oil free, refined sugar free and made with simple, wholesome ingredients. Try my protein banana bread or classic gluten free waffles next.
Before we get started…
- I don’t recommend adding protein powder to other waffle recipes because it can make them dry. However, this recipe specifically calls for protein powder so the ingredients have been planned around it!
- You can use a dairy free or whey based protein powder here. I used a vanilla pea protein! You can use an unflavored one, but this will change the flavor a bit because we aren’t using any added sugar.
How to make protein waffles
BLEND. Add all ingredients to a blender. Blend until a smooth batter forms. It will thicken up a bit as it sits, but this will help make the waffles fluffier, so you don’t want to thin it out with any milk.
COOK. Add to a heated waffle iron and cook per your waffle iron instructions. I used a mini one, but regular is fine too! Grease with oil if necessary to avoid sticking. Whether or not you need to grease will depend on your waffle iron.
Place on a wire rack while you wait for the others to cook. This will prevent the warm bottoms from getting soggy.
SERVE. Serve with fresh fruit and maple syrup and enjoy!
Key Ingredients
PROTEIN POWDER. Any kind of protein powder will work, but I suggest sticking with vanilla for the best flavor. I used pea protein, but whey works just as well.
OATS. Quick oats will help absorb all of the wet ingredients. If you want a low carb or grain free option, you can sub the oats for 1 cup of almond flour.
EGGS. Three eggs will add a generous amount of protein as well as keep the waffles super fluffy.
BANANA. Since we aren’t adding any sugar, one banana will naturally sweeten these protein waffles.
GREEK YOGURT. Another way to add protein! You can use a dairy free greek style yogurt (like Kite Hill) or regular unsweetened greek yogurt. Works well in my protein yogurt fruit dip as well!
Serving suggestions
BERRIES. I love fresh berries with waffles. Especially with a little drizzle of almond butter and maple syrup on top. You can also cook up some frozen berries and make a compote if you have some extra time!
PEANUT BUTTER & BANANA. A classic you can’t go wrong with. And since these waffles have a very slight banana flavor, these toppings are perfect.
CHOCOLATE CHIPS. You can throw some chocolate chips right into the batter for a dessert for breakfast vibe.
How to store and freeze
These protein waffles will store in the fridge for up to 4 days. I often reheat them in the toaster so they get a bit crispy, but the microwave also works!
To freeze, allow the waffles to cool completely, then transfer to an air tight container or ziplock bag and freeze for up to 2 months.
Ingredient swaps
Banana. If you don’t want any banana flavor, you can sub the banana with apple sauce. Just use about 1/3 cup of apple sauce in place of the one banana.
Eggs. Unfortunately, there is no good sub for eggs here. This recipe calls for 3 eggs and that is too many to safely sub with a vegan alternative. Instead, you can try my vegan protein pancakes and make those into waffles!
Oats. We’re using whole quick oats which will get blended to essentially become oat flour. If you prefer a grain free option, you can sub for equal parts almond flour.
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Fluffy Protein Waffles
by: claire cary
These fluffy protein waffles are a homemade take on Kodiak waffles! They're made with simple ingredients like eggs, greek yogurt and protein powder for a simple, high protein breakfast recipe!
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Instructions
Add all ingredients to a blender.
Blend until a smooth batter forms.
- Add to a heated and greased waffle iron and cook per your waffle iron instructions. I used a mini one, but regular is fine too!
Place on a wire rack while you wait for the others to cook.
Serve with fresh fruit and maple syrup and enjoy!
Notes
If you don’t want any banana flavor, you can sub the banana with apple sauce. Just use about 1/3 cup of apple sauce in place of the one banana.
Be sure to use certified gluten free oats if you are gluten free/celiac!
Serving: 1waffle / Calories: 177kcal / Carbohydrates: 20g / Protein: 14g / Fat: 5g / Fiber: 2g / Sugar: 5g