Cottage Cheese Waffles
MACRO-VERIFIED 24G PROTEIN

COTTAGE CHEESE WAFFLES
(MACRO-VERIFIED)

Protein

24G

Calories

295

Prep Time

5M

Bake Time

20M

Cottage cheese waffles are crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and loaded with 24g of protein per serving — a breakfast game-changer for waffle lovers who want to eat smarter. This cottage cheese waffle recipe transforms ordinary waffle batter into something extraordinary by blending in creamy cottage cheese that adds moisture, protein, and a subtle tangy depth. The result is golden, perfectly crisp waffles with those beautiful deep pockets that hold syrup and toppings like a dream. These cottage cheese waffles are just as easy to make as regular waffles — simply blend, pour, and cook in your favorite waffle iron. They come out perfectly every time with a satisfying crunch that gives way to a tender, protein-rich interior. Top them with fresh strawberries and whipped cream for a special brunch, or keep it simple with butter and maple syrup. They also make excellent freezer-friendly meal prep — toast them straight from frozen for a quick high-protein breakfast on busy mornings. If you love cottage cheese recipes and want to elevate your waffle game, this recipe delivers the perfect balance of taste, texture, and nutrition. All nutrition data is verified using USDA FoodData Central for accuracy.

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INGREDIENTS

ingredient(s) swapped

Nutrition Facts

Updated with substitutions

8 servings per recipe

Serving size

1 cottage cheese recipes

Amount per serving

Calories

295

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 10g

13%

Total Carbohydrate 30g

11%

Dietary Fiber 2g

7%

Total Sugars 5g

Protein 24g

48%

*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Verified using USDA FoodData Central

INSTRUCTIONS

1

Preheat your waffle iron according to manufacturer instructions. Lightly grease if needed.

2

Add cottage cheese, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla to a blender. Blend until smooth.

3

Add oat flour, baking powder, and salt. Pulse until just combined.

4

Pour batter into the preheated waffle iron, filling about 2/3 full. Cook according to your waffle iron instructions, typically 4-5 minutes until golden and crisp.

5

Serve immediately with fresh fruit, syrup, or whipped cream. For extra crispiness, place cooked waffles on a wire rack in a 95°C oven while you make the rest.

TROUBLESHOOTING

My cottage cheese recipes are too dry

Try adding 1-2 tablespoons more liquid (milk, yogurt, or egg whites). Also ensure you're not over-measuring the protein powder - use the scoop and level method.

They didn't rise properly

Check your baking powder is fresh (test by adding to hot water - it should bubble vigorously). Also, don't overmix the batter as this can deflate the air bubbles.

The texture is rubbery

This usually means too much protein powder or overbaking. Reduce baking time by 2-3 minutes and check doneness with a toothpick.

SUBSTITUTIONS

Original Substitute Notes
Whey Protein Casein, Plant Blend May need +10ml liquid
Greek Yogurt Cottage Cheese, Skyr Blend smooth first
Egg Whites Flax Egg, Aquafaba For vegan option
Oat Flour Almond Flour, Coconut Flour Coconut: use 1/3 amount

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