Description
Delicious and nutritious protein-packed waffles ready in just 10 minutes, perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack. These waffles combine eggs, cottage cheese, and oats to create a smooth batter that cooks into crispy, golden waffles. Enjoy them topped with fresh fruits, nut butter, yogurt, or a drizzle of maple syrup for a customizable and wholesome meal.
Ingredients
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Waffle Batter
- 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 Waffle Iron: Preheat the waffle iron to medium-high heat and lightly oil it to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Batter: In a blender, combine the eggs, cottage cheese, old fashioned oats, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend the mixture until it becomes smooth and well combined.
- Cook Waffles: Pour about ½ cup of the batter into the preheated waffle iron. Close the waffle iron and cook for 4-5 minutes or until the waffles are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the waffles immediately topped with fresh fruits, yogurt, nut butter, or a drizzle of maple syrup. Alternatively, allow waffles to cool and freeze for later use.
Notes
- You can substitute eggs with flax eggs for a vegan-friendly version.
- Use ricotta cheese instead of cottage cheese if desired for a similar creamy texture.
- For a gluten-free version, replace old fashioned oats with certified gluten-free oats.
- Adjust sweetness by using maple syrup or honey sparingly or leaving them out for a lower sugar option.
- These waffles freeze well; separate with parchment paper when storing to prevent sticking.
- Using Greek yogurt as a topping boosts the protein content even more.
