High-Protein Almond Flour Waffles with Cottage Cheese
Protein Waffles
Quick gluten-free, low-carb waffles packed with cottage cheese and protein powder.
Nutrition (per serving)
These waffles are my go-to when I want a fast, satisfying breakfast that’s gluten-free, low-carb and truly protein-forward. Almond flour and whey protein make a tender waffle while cottage cheese and eggs keep the interior moist and packed with muscle-building protein.
They take under 15 minutes from start to finish—perfect for busy mornings. I love them plain, or topped with a few berries and a spoonful of extra cottage cheese; swap spices or add a touch of cinnamon to change the vibe.
Ingredients
- Almond flour:3/4 cup
- Unflavored whey protein powder:1/3 cup
- Cottage cheese:1 cup
- Large eggs:2 pieces
- Ground flaxseed:1 tbsp
- Baking powder:1 tsp
- Erythritol (or preferred low-carb sweetener):1 tbsp
- Vanilla extract:1 tsp
- Cinnamon:1/2 tsp
- Salt:1/4 tsp
- Butter or oil (for waffle iron):1 tbsp
- Sliced almonds (optional garnish):1 tbsp
Instructions
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Preheat your waffle iron according to manufacturer directions and brush or spray lightly with butter or oil.
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In a blender or bowl, combine cottage cheese, eggs, vanilla and erythritol; blend briefly until mostly smooth (a few small curds are fine).
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Add almond flour, whey protein, ground flaxseed, baking powder, cinnamon and salt; pulse or whisk until a thick batter forms. Let sit 1 minute to hydrate.
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Spoon batter onto the preheated waffle iron (about 1/3–1/2 cup per waffle, depending on size) and close. Cook 3–4 minutes, or until golden and crisp to your liking.
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Carefully remove waffles and repeat with remaining batter. If waffles stick, brush the iron again with a little butter.
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Serve warm with a small dollop of cottage cheese, a sprinkle of sliced almonds and a few berries if desired.
Tips & Notes
- If batter seems too thick, stir in 1 tbsp water or almond milk; if too thin, add 1 tbsp almond flour.
- For extra crisp edges, pop cooked waffles in a 350°F oven for 3–4 minutes while finishing the rest.
- Make a double batch and freeze cooked waffles separated by parchment for quick reheating in a toaster.
