The Best Basic Protein Waffles

Fluffy, delicious and filling- what else could you ask for in a waffle recipe? These protein-packed protein waffles have been on repeat, in our house as of late!

Breakfast is not the easiest meal, in our house. My kids have very different opinions on breakfast- one loves protein-heavy, chicken sausage and eggs, and the other would probably prefer nothing at all- but we can get her to grab a piece of toast or half a bagel and some fruit, but both of those are lacking in that ever-important protein to keep them full and satiated for the school day. I also like to start my day with a hefty dose of protein to balance my blood sugar and fuel me for my busy day. These protein waffles fit the bill for a delicious and filling sweet breakfast- with over 12 grams a protein per waffle!

This is a basic protein waffle recipe- so feel free to add in your favorite mix-ins as you see fit!

This recipe makes about 4 large, belgian-style waffles. For a smaller waffle maker, it will make about 6-8. This is the belgian style waffle maker we have- it works great!

The Best Basic Protein Waffles:
Makes 3-4 large waffles or 6-8 smaller

Ingredients:

Dry:

• 1 3/4 cup rolled oats
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp sea salt

Wet:

• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup egg whites
• 4 tbsp maple syrup or honey
• 1/3 cup plain greek yogurt*
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Cooking spray, as needed to cook
Maple syrup and favorite toppings to serve

Directions:

1. Preheat waffle maker and spray with cooking spray.
2. In a blender, combine all dry ingredients. Blend until oats are a fine meal.
3. Add in wet ingredients and blend until combined. Stir in any mix-ins (see options).
4. Pour 1/3-1/2 cup mixture into large waffle maker or 1/4 cup into smaller waffle makers (do not overfill!). Cook over medium until just firm. Serve with butter, coconut oil or peanut butter and your favorite toppings (maple syrup is a must!).

Options & Add-ins:

• Chocolate chip: stir in 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (we like Lily’s brand, sweetened with stevia)
• Banana blueberry: replace greek yogurt with banana (see notes) and stir in 1/2 cup blueberries
• Cinnamon: add 1/2 tsp cinnamon to dry ingredients
• Apple spice: stir in 1/2 cup shredded apple and 1/2 tsp apple or pumpkin pie spice to dry ingredients

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