Description

Discover a quick and nutritious way to start your day with these Healthy Protein Waffles. Made with cottage cheese, oats, and eggs, they blend wholesome ingredients into a smooth batter that cooks up golden and crispy in just minutes. Perfectly customizable with your favorite toppings like fresh fruits, nut butter, or Greek yogurt, these waffles are not only delicious but also packed with protein to keep you energized all morning long.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

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)

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare the Waffle Iron: Begin by preheating your waffle iron to medium-high heat and lightly oil the plates to prevent sticking.
Blend the Batter: In a blender, combine 2 large eggs, 1 cup cottage cheese, 1 cup old fashioned oats, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Blend until the mixture becomes a smooth batter.
Cook the Waffles: Pour about 1/2 cup of the batter onto the preheated waffle iron. Close the lid and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the waffle is golden brown and crispy on the outside.
Serve or Store: Serve the waffles immediately while warm, topped with fresh fruits, nut butter, yogurt, or a drizzle of maple syrup. Alternatively, let the waffles cool completely and freeze them for quick reheating and breakfast on busy mornings.

Notes

For a vegan variation, replace eggs with flax eggs and use plant-based cottage cheese alternatives.
Use gluten-free oats to accommodate gluten sensitivities.
Adjust sweetness by choosing to add maple syrup or honey sparingly, or omit entirely for a low sugar option.
These waffles can be stored in the freezer for up to one month; reheat in a toaster or oven for best texture.
Adding Greek yogurt as a topping not only enhances flavor but boosts protein content.