High-Protein Cottage Cheese Waffles

These high-protein cottage cheese waffles are crisp outside, soft inside and packed with protein, making them a breakfast that actually keeps you full. Blended cottage cheese gives the batter a smooth, creamy base and a lovely tang, while a dusting of powdered sugar makes them feel like a treat. For more protein-rich mornings, try the Fluffy High-Protein Cottage Cheese Pancakes and the Sugar-Free Crepes (Thin Pancakes).

Ingredients

• 250 g (9 oz) cottage cheese (5-9% fat)
• 2 eggs
• Pinch of salt
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 30-50 g (1/4-1/3 cup) all-purpose flour
• Vanillin or vanilla extract to taste
• Powdered sugar, for serving

Instructions

1. Blend the cottage cheese with the eggs, salt, sugar and vanilla until smooth.
2. Stir in the baking powder and flour, adding the flour gradually until the batter is as thick as sour cream.
3. Bake in a preheated waffle iron until golden and serve dusted with powdered sugar.

Tips

• Blend the batter until completely smooth so the waffles cook evenly and stay tender.
• Preheat the waffle iron well and do not open it too soon, or the waffles may stick or split.
• Keep finished waffles warm in a low oven while you bake the rest. For more waffle technique, see Serious Eats.

Nutrition: per 100 g: 212 kcal, protein 21.5 g, fat 6 g, carbs 17.5 g