Description
Start your day with these high-protein waffles packed with 45 grams of protein per serving. Made with oat flour, vanilla protein powder, Greek yogurt, and egg whites, these waffles are a delicious and nutritious breakfast option that fuels epic mornings. They’re easy to prepare and perfect for those looking to boost their protein intake while enjoying a tasty treat.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 cup oat flour
- 1 scoop (30g) vanilla protein powder
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt for vegan option)
- 2 large egg whites (or flax eggs for vegan option)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tbsp peanut butter or almond butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: 1 tbsp maple syrup or sweetener of choice
Instructions
- Preheat the waffle iron: Begin by preheating your waffle iron and lightly grease it if your model requires it to prevent sticking.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together oat flour, vanilla protein powder, baking powder, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until well incorporated.
- Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, blend the plain Greek yogurt, egg whites, unsweetened almond milk, peanut or almond butter, vanilla extract, and optional sweetener until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix to keep waffles tender.
- Rest the batter: Allow the batter to sit for 2-3 minutes. This rest time helps the batter thicken for better waffle texture.
- Cook the waffles: Pour the batter into the preheated waffle iron and cook for 4-5 minutes or until the waffles turn golden brown and crisp on the outside.
- Serve: Serve immediately with your favorite toppings like fresh berries, additional nut butter, or sugar-free syrup for an energizing breakfast.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute egg whites with flax eggs and use dairy-free yogurt.
- Do not overmix the batter to ensure waffles remain light and fluffy.
- Resting the batter before cooking helps improve the texture and crispness.
- Use a non-stick waffle iron or lightly grease to prevent sticking.
- Add toppings like nuts, seeds, or low-sugar fruit for additional nutrition.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
