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This recipe for light and fluffy low carb Protein Waffles makes the perfect easy breakfast or snack. They are freezer friendly too for a make-ahead idea!
It is sometimes really hard to getin the protein we need every day, especially when you are on the go. These high protein waffles are a triple win!! Who knew that just 3 ingredients and could become such a light and fluffy protein packed waffle.
When I discoveredthese waffles made with protein powder from my teammates, I was absolutely astounded!
Combine one with a healthy muffin like these Healthy Blueberry Muffins or these Zucchini Muffins and you have a macro balanced meal or snack.
Important: I made these with Nature’s Best Isopure Unflavored Whey Protein Powder. Be sure to check your own protein powder for its carb amount since they do vary per brand.
Top with your favorite fruit and syrup. Or if you’re like me peanut butter instead of syrup. I usually add a little water to a tablespoon of peanut butter and drizzle it over top. If you are a syrup lover and want a low carb alternative to maple syrup, Walden Farms has a great line to try.
I first made thesewhen we were going to be traveling in April to have on aflight. I dusted off mywaffle ironand made a batch of these easy low carb waffles. They were perfect with half a packet of this travel-friendly peanut butter.
Ingredients
Protein powder of your choice is the main ingredient of protein waffles whether it’s a vegan/ plant-based protein, keto protein or a whey protein. I use the unflavored protein but I know that many people use vanilla, chocolate, and even snickerdoodle flavors to make them all different flavors.
Use one whole egg or 20 grams of egg whites for lower fat if you prefer.
Just a little baking powder gives them the perfect amount of fluff.
Wateradjusted to desired consistency (Just be careful to not make them batter too runny or it will have a tendency to run over the side of the waffle iron. (I use 2-3 tablespoons)
How to Make Protein Powder Waffles From Scratch
Preheat waffle iron.
Add protein powder, egg and baking powder to a small bowl.
Add enough water to get to desired consistency.
Pour batter into waffle iron and cook for the recommended time per your manufacturer’s suggestion. (3 minutes for me)
ENJOY!!
How do I keep waffles crispy?
If you are making waffles for a crowd and need for them to stay warm and crispy until serving them all, preheat you oven to 175 and place them on a baking sheet with a cooking rack set inside it as you are making the waffles.
Can I freeze waffles?
Yes!Waffles freeze extremely well too. So make a few to have on hand for whenever you are in a rush on busy mornings. Freeze them in an air tight storage bags for up to 2 months.
Try these other healthy breakfast recipes too.
Spinach Quiche Muffins
Asparagus Quiche
Yogurt Parfaits
Egg White Scramble
Pumpkin Waffles
Flourless Banana Pancakes
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Protein Waffle Recipe
These light and fluffy low carb Protein Waffles make the perfect easy breakfast or snack. Freezer friendly too for make ahead!
4.81 from 211 votes
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Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 3 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 3 minutes minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 105kcal
Author: Sherri Hagymas
Ingredients
- 1 scoop protein powder of your choice
- 1 egg or 20 g of egg whites
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Water to desired consistency I use 3 tablespoons
Instructions
Preheat waffle iron
Add protein powder, egg and baking powder to a small bowl.
Add enough water to get to desired consistency.
Spray waffle maker with spray cooking oil on both sides
Pour batter into waffle iron and cook for recommended time per your manufacturer’s suggestion. (3 minutes for me)
ENJOY!!
Notes
nutritional information includes one scoop of Nature’s Best Isopure Unflavored protein powder and 20 grams of liquid egg whites. Adjust the protein and carb calculation for the exact protein you use.
Nutrition
Serving: 1waffle | Calories: 105kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 25g | Sodium: 266mg | Potassium: 505mg | Calcium: 217mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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There was nothing for me to eat. They just burned on the pan with no substance in between the burnt part.Reply
M Williams
I see other people commenting it might depend on the protein powder used. But I used a scoop of the Nothing Naughty Vanilla Protein powder and it tasted like plastic eggs 🙁
I’d suggest the recipe be updated to a gram amount of protein powder and maybe some brand suggestions.Reply
Kat
I used Orgain Chocolate. I don’t know if it’s the Orgain or just the recipe but they were barely edible. The texture is strange.Reply
Tracy
Taste absolutely terrible.
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Katie
I just made these for a snack and the texture was great! Not dry at all for me. I did add some Sugar Free French Vanilla syrup in the batter.Reply
Konnie
I made this with Orgain peanut butter protein powder and I used only the white in my egg and about 3/4 of a teaspoon of baking powder. I then made a peanut butter drizzle with pb2. Omg so good!Reply
TJ
I could not tell they were protein waffles! I really think the protein powder makes all the difference in how these turn out. I use Lean1 Vanilla and it was great! I added a little vanilla flavor in addition. They were not super fluffy but the taste was a winner. Thank you for sharing! This will be my go to!Reply
KJ
I found that this recipe tasted a bit salty like. I am thinking the baking powder was very prominent. How can I adjust to reduce that taste? I found it very unappealing. Took a bunch of sugar free syrup to try to disguisee it a little.
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Claritza
Too dry, texture feels like I’m chewing on paper towels, if this has anything to do with the type of protein powder I had to use I need a recommendation. I used whey protein.Reply
TJ
I just used Lean1 Vanilla protein and added a little vanilla flavor with it and it was pretty good. We’ve tried a lot of protein pancake and waffle recipes. This has been a hit.
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Dana
Devotion protein powder is nest—-Premier Protein powder is good tooReply
Isaiah
I highly recommend staying away from this recipe if you’re planning on using strawberry protein powder. Peanut butter would probably be best, but please for the love of God do not use strawberryReply
Brian
Tried these this morning. I used Naked brand whey protein powder. I halved the baking powder. It took some work to get it mixed up. They were delicious with almond butter and a bit of maple syrup. My wife liked them too.
However, I was over zealous and put too much in the waffle iron. It overflowed and made a mess. My advice- go easy with the mix in the waffle iron until you figure out what works. YMMV.
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Roxanne
I was told once if it taste good then you need to spit it out. These are…hands down….the best tasting healthy waffles I have ever made and I have made a lot. Thank you for sharing!!
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Monica
I made these with Dymatize ISO 100 Vanilla protein powder. My protein powder has one of the larger scoops that’s equal to a 1/4 cup. I only used 2 T of egg beaters (the equivalent of 1/2 egg) because it seemed like they’d be too eggy with a whole egg. I also added a few blueberries & a squeeze of lemon because I wanted those flavors. I used a mini waffle iron and it filled all 4 molds, overflowing slightly, but not out of the waffle iron. I give them 4 stars because they came out pretty dry and a bit too sweet for me, but that’s the protein powder I used. Next time I will use my quest multipurpose protein powder which is unsweetened so I can adjust myself plus 1-2 tablespoons of apple sauce as another person suggested because they really need some moisture. Otherwise, they were pretty good. Thanks for this awesome base recipe.Reply
Sherri
You are so welcome! It definitely seems to be protein powder specific 😉
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