4.75 120 Published Jan 26, 2022, Updated Jun 28, 2024
Why You’ll Love These Waffles
They will fill you up! One waffle has about 17 grams of protein, so you will feel full and satisfied for hours. They are so easy to make! Just throw all of the ingredients in the blender, let your waffle iron do its thing and dig in. They’re the perfect recipe for meal prep. Make a double or triple batch of these on the weekend and refrigerate or freeze them for healthy breakfasts all week long.
Ingredients Needed
eggs – helps to bind the waffle ingredients together… and adds extra protein! Greek yogurt – takes place of the liquid and oil you’d typically find in a traditional waffle recipe. It also adds extra protein! To make these dairy-free, you can sub for a dairy-free yogurt. non-dairy milk – I used unsweetened almond milk but any non-dairy milk works! maple syrup – for a hint of natural sweetness in the batter and as a drizzle on top! Make sure you are using real maple syrup, not pancake syrup, which is loaded with corn syrup and a ton of added sugars. Agave, honey or any liquid sweetener would work as a substitute for the maple syrup as well. vanilla extract – a flavor enhancer. vanilla protein powder – Make sure you’re using a plant-based protein powder for this recipe as whey protein powder will soak up less liquid. My go-to protein powder is Nuzest protein powder. It’s plant-based, has a short ingredient list and great nutrition facts! Use my code eatingbirdfood for 15% off your order. rolled oats – in place of flour that you traditionally find in pancake and waffle recipes, I’m using rolled oats. When blended in a high powered blender, it acts just like a flour! Make sure you grab gluten-free oats if needed. I use Bob’s Red Mill gluten-free rolled oats. baking powder and baking soda – helps the waffles rise. cinnamon – the perfect spice pairing for these waffles. sea salt – brings all of the flavors together. cooking spray – I like using coconut or avocado oil spray to coat the waffle iron before cooking.
How to Make Protein Waffles
Making waffles from a box is barely easier than this! Add all ingredients to a high powered blender and blend until smooth. Preheat your waffle iron to medium-high heat and spray with cooking spray, I like to use coconut oil cooking spray. Pour just under ½ cup of the mixture onto the waffle iron, close and cook for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the waffle iron and enjoy!
Mix-in And Topping Variations
I love these waffles plain with a little nut butter and maple syrup on top, but feel free to get creative with your mix-ins and toppings! Here are some ideas:
Berries – mix berries into your batter or top the waffles with fresh berries when serving. They add pop of color and such good flavor! Chocolate chip – mix chocolate chips into your batter for extra sweetness and flavor. I’ve been loving Lily’s dark chocolate chips as they are dairy-free and low sugar! Chocolate – swap the vanilla protein powder for chocolate to make chocolate protein waffles! Nut butter – I love adding a drizzle of almond butter to my waffles along with maple syrup! Coconut butter – sometimes if I’m feeling fancy I’ll add a drizzle of coconut butter to my waffles in addition to nut butter. It adds a delicious flavor! Check out my recipe on how to make homemade coconut butter. Maple syrup – can you have waffles without maple syrup?! I think not. My husband is a big fan of bourbon barrel-aged maple syrup. Chopped nuts – add some crunch by topping your waffles with chopped pecans, walnuts or really any nut. Granola – I love topping my waffles and pancakes with granola for an added crunch. This hemp granola or grain-free granola would both be delicious!
How to Serve Protein Waffles
Since these are protein waffles have about 13 grams of protein per waffle I feel good about eating one on its own for breakfast topped with a little nut butter and drizzle of maple syrup, but if you’re hosting a brunch or want a more filling meal, here’s what I recommend serving with these waffles:
Quiche – get your savory fix with this dairy-free spinach quiche or this kale and feta crustless quiche. Meat – for some added protein serve these waffles with some sort of breakfast sausage and/or bacon. For a vegan option, try my tempeh bacon. Fruit salad – I love this simple fruit salad. Fun drink – you can’t have brunch without a mimosa or bellini am I right?! For a non alcoholic beverage try this grapefruit apple cider vinegar drink.
How to Store Leftovers
Whether you’re meal prepping these waffles, making a double batch or just have leftovers, you can store waffles in the refrigerator or freezer. Allow the waffles to cool completely on a wire rack and then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. To freeze: place waffles in an airtight container or freezer-safe bag (I like to use my Stasher bags) and layer the waffles with pieces of parchment paper between to prevent sticking. The waffles will last in the freezer for up to 3 month. To reheat: I like to pop my waffle into my toaster or toaster oven straight from the fridge or freezer so they reheat and get a little crispy, but you can also reheat them in the microwave for about 60 seconds.
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