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Healthy protein waffles topped with fruits and syrup on a plate

Easy Healthy Protein Waffles

Delicious, protein-rich waffles made from oats, banana, and cottage cheese, perfect for a cozy breakfast.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup rolled oats, dry Use old-fashioned oats for best texture.
  • 1 scoop protein powder Vanilla or unflavored works best.
  • 1 large ripe banana Mashed or broken into chunks.
  • 2 large eggs Room temperature eggs blend more smoothly.
  • ½ cup cottage cheese Both full-fat or low-fat work.
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder Helps the waffles puff and stay tender.
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances overall flavor.
  • a pinch salt Balances sweetness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your waffle maker.
  2. In a blender, combine oats, protein powder, banana, eggs, cottage cheese, baking powder, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until smooth.
Cooking
  1. Pour the batter into the preheated waffle maker and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  2. Serve warm, optionally topping with fresh fruit or syrup.

Notes

These waffles can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months. To reheat, toast in a toaster or oven for the best texture.