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Close-up of fluffy 3 ingredient protein waffles topped with fresh blueberries, a dollop of Greek yogurt, and a drizzle of syrup on a white plate, with extra blueberries in a small bowl in the background.

3-Ingredient Protein Waffles

5 from 1 vote
These 3-ingredient protein waffles are fluffy, golden, and packed with 30g of protein from simple, wholesome ingredients — cottage cheese, oats, and egg whites. Perfect for a healthy breakfast in just 10 minutes, with endless topping possibilities.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings : 2 waffles

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Equipment

Ingredients

3-Ingredient Waffles
  • ½ cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • ½ cup quick oats
  • ⅓ cup liquid egg whites, (about 3 egg whites)
  • Sprinkle of cinnamon or fresh lemon zest, (optional)
Toppings (optional)
  • maple syrup or sugar-free syrup
  • fresh berries
  • dollop of Greek yogurt
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Instructions
 

  1. Preheat the waffle maker
    Lightly spray with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. Blend the batter
    Add ½ cup low-fat cottage cheese, ½ cup quick oats, ⅓ cup liquid egg whites, and any optional cinnamon or lemon zest to a blender. Blend until smooth.
  3. Cook the waffle
    Pour the batter into the waffle maker and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until golden brown.
  4. Serve
    Top with fresh berries, a dollop of Greek yogurt, and a drizzle of maple syrup or sugar-free syrup, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 276kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 588mgPotassium: 226mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 351IUCalcium: 9mgIron: 11mg

Notes

  • For a sweeter waffle, add 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey to the batter.
  • These waffles are freezer-friendly — let cool completely, then freeze in a single layer before storing in a freezer bag. Toast straight from frozen when ready to eat.