Description
Make delicious, protein-packed waffles perfect for muscle gain or a healthy weight loss breakfast. This recipe uses simple ingredients to deliver great flavor and texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 scoop vanilla or unflavored whey protein powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar substitute (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg white
- 1 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened almond)
- 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil or butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine the dry ingredients: flour, protein powder, baking powder, sugar substitute, and salt in a large bowl. Whisk them together well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg, egg white, milk, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine. This is key for tender waffles.
- Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s directions. Lightly grease the plates if necessary.
- Pour the batter onto the hot waffle iron. Cook until golden brown and crisp, usually 4 to 6 minutes, depending on your iron.
- Serve your high protein waffles immediately with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- For a **no whey protein waffles** option, substitute the whey with 1/2 cup of cottage cheese blended smooth with the milk, or use a plant-based protein powder suitable for baking.
- To make these **high protein low carb waffles**, substitute half the flour with almond flour and use a zero-calorie sweetener.
- For the best texture, let the batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking. This allows the flour to hydrate fully.
- This recipe is excellent for **breakfast recipes meal prep**; cool completely and freeze leftovers. Reheat in a toaster for a quick **easy fitness breakfast**.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Waffle Iron
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 waffle
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 22
- Cholesterol: 85