These High-Protein Waffles are fluffy, golden, and packed with over 45g of protein per serving! Perfect for fueling your mornings, post-workout recovery, or a healthy snack. They’re made with simple ingredients like protein powder, eggs, and Greek yogurt—so you can enjoy waffles without the sugar crash.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 large waffle
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Waffle Iron
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 scoop (30g) vanilla or unflavored whey protein powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup egg whites (about 4 large)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (non-fat or 2%)
- 1/4 cup rolled oats (blended into oat flour)
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- Cooking spray or butter for greasing
- Optional Toppings (protein boost):
- 2 tbsp peanut butter or almond butter
- 1/4 cup cottage cheese
- Extra scoop protein powder mixed with almond milk for a drizzle
Instructions
- Preheat waffle iron and lightly grease with cooking spray.
- In a blender, combine protein powder, eggs, egg whites, Greek yogurt, oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- Pour batter into the waffle iron, spreading evenly.
- Cook until golden brown and crisp (about 3–5 minutes, depending on your waffle maker).
- Serve warm with high-protein toppings of choice.
Notes
- This recipe makes 1 large Belgian waffle (~45g protein) or 2 smaller waffles (~22g protein each).
- Swap whey for plant-based protein powder to make it dairy-free.
- Add chia seeds or flaxseed for extra fiber.
- Freeze cooked waffles and reheat in a toaster for quick meal prep.
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