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Why You’ll Love This Cottage Cheese Waffles Recipe
If you loved my viral Cottage Cheese Pancakes recipe, then you’ll LOVE these cottage cheese waffles! Here’s why they’re amazing:
- Light & Fluffy – Perfectly crispy on the outside, light, thick, and super fluffy on the inside. I’m OBSESSED.
- 16 g Protein – Cottage cheese gives these waffles an extra boost of protein—no need for protein powder!
- Quick & Easy – Simple ingredients and ready in just 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weekday mornings!
- Meal Prep Friendly – Possibly my favorite thing about these waffles is that they can be prepped and frozen ahead of time. All you have to do is warm them up in the microwave when you’re ready to enjoy them!
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Ingredients in Cottage Cheese Waffles
- Cottage Cheese – Full-fat or low-fat cottage cheese both work great. Blending it makes the batter extra smooth!
- Eggs
- Vanilla Extract
- Maple Syrup (plus more for serving) – Adjust to taste or substitute with honey or agave.
- Flour – All-purpose flour or whole wheat flour works best, but you can sub in a 1:1 gluten-free blend if needed.
- Baking Powder
- Coconut Oil (melted and cooled) – Feel free to swap this out for canola oil or melted butter!
- Milk of Choice – Use any milk you have on hand—dairy or non-dairy options like almond or oat milk work well. Add up to 1/4 cup for thinner pancakes!
Best Waffle Maker
There are so many great options for waffle makers out there! Personally, I think the best waffle maker you can own is just a simple one, with a focus on ease of cleaning. I’ve been using this 3-in-1 Waffle Maker for years and it’s still my favorite!
Homemade Waffle Recipe Topping Ideas
The best part of waffles? The toppings! Here are some ideas to take your waffles to the next level:
- Fresh Fruit: Think strawberries, blueberries, or sliced bananas.
- Nut Butters: Peanut butter, almond butter, or even a drizzle of tahini for something different.
- Greek Yogurt: A dollop of Greek yogurt can add even more protein!
- Syrups: Maple syrup is a classic, but caramel or chocolate syrup is always a fun twist!
- Crunchy Toppings: Chopped nuts, granola, or even crushed pretzels for a salty-sweet combo.
How to Make Protein Waffles
All you’ll need is a waffle iron, a blender, and 20 minutes to make these waffles. You can also make a double batch and freeze them for the week ahead! Here’s how to make cottage cheese waffles:
- Blend the Wet Ingredients: In a blender, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, vanilla, maple syrup, coconut oil, and milk. Blend until smooth.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder.
- Combine: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and gently stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the waffles light!
- Cook: Preheat your waffle iron and lightly grease it with oil or nonstick spray. Pour in the batter and cook according to your waffle iron’s instructions until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Top with your favorite toppings and enjoy warm!
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Tips for making the best Protein Waffle Recipe
- Blend It Smooth: Blending the cottage cheese ensures the batter is smooth and free of curds.
- Don’t Overmix: Stirring too much can make the waffles dense. Mix just until the dry ingredients are incorporated.
- Preheat Your Waffle Iron: A hot waffle iron helps create that signature crispy exterior.
- Grease Between Batches: Lightly grease or spray your waffle iron with oil after each batch to prevent sticking.
Protein Waffles Recipe Variations
Chocolate Chip Waffles: Stir in mini chocolate chips for a sweet breakfast treat.
Berry Waffles: Add fresh blueberries, raspberries, or diced strawberries to the batter for a fruity twist.
Cheddar & Chive Waffles: Skip the maple syrup and vanilla, and mix in shredded cheddar cheese and chopped chives for a savory option.
Gluten-Free Waffles: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend to make these waffles gluten-free without losing their fluffy texture.
Pumpkin Spice Waffles: Add 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice for a cozy, fall-inspired flavor.
How to Store
These waffles are perfect for meal prepping ahead of time! Here’s how to store them:
- Refrigerator: Store cooled waffles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze waffles in a single layer, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag. They’ll keep for up to 2 months.
- Reheating: Pop them in the toaster or air fryer to bring back their crispy texture—just like fresh!
More Healthy Waffle Recipes
- Almond Flour Waffles
- Easy Protein Waffles Recipe
- Gluten-Free Waffles Recipe
- Vegetarian Jalapeño Bacon Waffles
More Cottage Cheese Recipes
- Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Muffins
- Cottage Cheese Ice Cream
- Protein Pasta Recipe
- Cottage Cheese Egg Bites
- Gingerbread Protein Pancakes
- Pumpkin Protein Pancakes
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Homemade Waffle Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full fat is best)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 Tablespoon maple syrup (plus more for serving)
- 1 1/4 cup flour (all-purpose or whole wheat)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 Tablespoons coconut oil (melted and cooled)
- 3 Tablespoons milk of choice (or up to 1/4 cup for thinner pancakes)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients and whisk.
- Add the cottage cheese, eggs, vanilla, maple syrup, and milk to the blender and blend until smooth.
- Add the blended ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir gently.
- Stir in the coconut oil, still until well combined. Batter will be thick.
- Heat a waffle iron.
- Scoop 1/3 cup batter into each waffle cavity.
- Cook 3-6 minutes (mine took 3, but this depends on the waffle iron).
- Top with syrup and enjoy!
Emily says:
I keep making these over and over – they are SO delicious! I throw the wet ingredients in the blender (un-melted oil even!) and mix them then add the dry on top and give it a quick spin to incorporate. Works wonderfully with fresh milled spelt or any other flour I’ve tried. Thank you!
Jar Of Lemons replied:
Thanks, Emily!
Kelly says:
Oh my goodness, these were perfect. Delicious. Thank you!
Jar Of Lemons replied:
Thanks, Kelly. I’m glad you enjoyed them!
Jane says:
This is the first time I have ever made something like this. So I split the recipe in half. I added cinnamon, Chia seeds for more protein, and blueberries. I eliminated the coconut oil only because I did not have any.I will definitely make these again. I love the flavor and they’re so easy to make.
JOL Team replied:
So glad you enjoyed them!
Mariajose says:
Tried with einkorn flour and they came out perfect!
JOL Team replied:
So glad you loved them!
Linda says:
I made these for my grandson and his mom and dad. My grandson is 23 months doesn’t get enough protein. I added grated apples they came out great!! Thank you so much!!!
JOL Team replied:
So glad you all loved them Linda!
K Mar says:
We’ve tried a couple different cottage cheese waffle recipes and always come back to this one! Kid approved!
JOL Team replied:
Thank you so much! Glad you all love it!
Ellen z says:
These are so good and you would have no idea that they’re high-protein. Tasty but way more filling than traditional waffles without any weird protein powders. My family loves them, they’re on our weekly rotation. Perfect for slow weekend mornings!
Jar Of Lemons replied:
Thanks so much, Ellen! I’m glad your family enjoys this recipe.
Ashlee Phillips says:
Perfect every single time!
Jar Of Lemons replied:
Love to hear this. Thank you for the review!
Brooke says:
I have made these waffles 10+ times. Turn out perfect every time! I’ve sent this recipe to multiple people and they’ve loved it too. It’s a hit with kids (just don’t let them see you make it) and I always double the batch and freeze the leftovers for the rest of the week.
Jar Of Lemons replied:
I love to hear this, Brooke. Thanks for the review!
Nancy says:
I made these this morning and my goodness they are the best waffles I have ever had. Shared with a friend.
JOL Team replied:
Thank you so much Nancy! Glad you loved them.
Anonymous says:
I have done this recipe a number of times. I use whole oats instead of flour, olive oil instead of coconut, soymilk, and a single date instead of maple. I also frequently add half a scoop of vanilla protein or unflavored collagen powder. Turns out really awesome as either waffles or pancakes.
Jar Of Lemons replied:
Thanks so much!