Protein Waffle Recipe

Name: Protein Waffle Recipe
Prep time: 3 min
Cook time: 3 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 1 scoop protein powder of your choice; 1 egg (or 20 g of egg whites); 1 tsp baking powder; Water to desired consistency (I use 3 tablespoons)

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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 get in 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.

Closeup of Protein Waffle recipe topped with sliced strawberries and bananas drizzled with peanut butter.

When I discovered these 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.

Closeup of Protein Waffle on a white plate topped with sliced strawberries and bananas drizzled with peanut butter.

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 these when we were going to be traveling in April to have on a flight. I dusted off my waffle iron and made a batch of these easy low carb waffles. They were perfect with half a packet of this travel-friendly peanut butter.

Closeup of Protein powder Waffle on a white plate

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.

Water adjusted 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.

egg yolk and protein powder in a white bowl

Pour batter into waffle iron and cook for the recommended time per your manufacturer’s suggestion. (3 minutes for me)

protein waffle batter cooking on a black waffle iron

ENJOY!!

Closeup of low carb Protein Waffles topped with sliced strawberries and bananas drizzled with peanut butter.

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

Flourless Banana Pancakes

Don’t forget to check out our Protein Powder Waffles Web Story!

Protein Waffles recipe on a white plate topped with sliced strawberries and bananas drizzled with peanut butter

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