Today marks one week since I bought my waffle maker from KitchenShop, and what better way to celebrate than with a new waffle recipe? 😂 This time, I made cottage cheese and Greek yogurt waffles with a higher protein content. 💪
I had this waffle maker on my wishlist for about a year, and as luck would have it, I received an email last week announcing that it was on sale. I immediately reserved one at the store to make sure I would find it there, and as soon as the mall opened, I was there to pick it up, very excited. 😁
Since then, not a single day has gone by without me making a new waffle recipe, much to *le husband‘s despair. 😅 I started with the classic Belgian waffle recipe that everyone knows, just to test the waffle maker, and then I started combining ingredients and creating my own recipes.
And that’s how these cottage cheese and Greek yogurt waffles came to be. Besides being delicious and easy to make, the ingredients give these waffles a higher protein content, making them a great option for a more filling breakfast.
Why You’ll Love These Cottage Cheese Waffles
There are a few things that made me put this recipe in the “must make again” category:
- they have a higher protein content thanks to the ingredients used;
- they come together very quickly;
- they are soft and fluffy on the inside;
- cottage cheese and Greek yogurt make them more substantial and filling;
- you don’t need any complicated ingredients;
- they can be served sweet or with your favorite toppings.
Basically, this is the kind of breakfast you can make without too much fuss, while starting your day with a meal that contains more protein.
How to Serve Cottage Cheese and Greek Yogurt Waffles
You really have plenty of options here because the waffles have a fairly neutral base that works well with all kinds of combinations.
For a sweet version, I like serving them with berries, bananas, a little Greek yogurt, peanut butter, or a drizzle of honey.
If you want to keep your breakfast higher in protein, you can top the waffles with Greek yogurt, creamy cottage cheese, or peanut butter, depending on what you like.
And if you enjoy sweet-and-savory combinations, feel free to experiment. After all, that’s one of the best things about waffles: they are so easy to adapt depending on what you have in the fridge.
Tips for Perfect Cottage Cheese Waffles
Don’t overmix the batter. Once all the ingredients are incorporated, that’s enough. We don’t want to lose all the air incorporated into the eggs.
If you’re not using a smart waffle maker that lets you know when the waffles are ready, don’t open the waffle maker too soon. If you lift the lid before the batter is sufficiently cooked, the waffle may break apart or stick to the plates.
If you’re not using a smart waffle maker that lets you know when it has reached the right temperature, make sure the waffle maker is properly preheated. This is one of those little details that can make the difference between beautifully golden waffles and waffles that turn out rather soft and pale.
If your waffle maker needs to be greased, don’t skip this step. Especially with the first few waffles, it’s better to use a little oil or butter than to end up having to pry the batter off with a spatula. 😅
Frequently Asked Questions About Cottage Cheese Waffles
Are these waffles high in protein?
Yes. Cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, and eggs are all sources of protein, and using them together gives these waffles a higher protein content than many traditional waffle recipes.
Can you taste the cottage cheese?
Not in an unpleasant way. The cottage cheese blends in with the other ingredients, resulting in waffles with a mild flavor rather than an obvious cheese taste.
Can I make these waffles ahead of time?
Yes. If you’d like to make them ahead for several days, let them cool completely and store them in an airtight container.
To bring back some of their texture, reheat them before serving, ideally in a toaster or for a few minutes in the oven.
I prefer them freshly made, while they’re still slightly warm, but this is a useful option if you want to have breakfast ready ahead of time.
More Breakfast Recipes
If you enjoy simple and easy breakfast ideas, you can also find these recipes on the blog:
Carrot Oat Pancakes – a simple option that’s great for breakfast or a snack.
English Muffins in a Pan – perfect when you want to make something a little different for a more substantial breakfast.
Ricotta Donuts – for those days when breakfast officially turns into dessert. 😁
Cottage Cheese and Greek Yogurt Waffles Recipe
6
waffles10
minutes20
minutes210
kcal7
gFluffy cottage cheese and Greek yogurt waffles with a higher protein content. A simple and delicious option for a satisfying breakfast.
Ingredients
3 eggs
50 g sugar
20 ml melted coconut oil
100 g all-purpose flour
100 g cottage cheese
150 g Greek yogurt, 2% fat
50 ml milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 g baking powder
Directions
- Beat the eggs and sugar until doubled in volume and the sugar has dissolved.
- Add the coconut oil, cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, milk, and vanilla extract and mix briefly until combined.
- Add the flour and baking powder and mix just until a smooth batter forms. Avoid overmixing to preserve the air incorporated into the eggs.
- Preheat the waffle maker and grease it if necessary.
- Pour the batter into the waffle plates and cook until the waffles are nicely golden brown.
- Repeat until all the batter has been used.
Note
- Nutritional values and calorie counts are estimates based on the ingredients and quantities used in the recipe. They may vary depending on the brands and types of ingredients used, as well as the size of the waffles.
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