Cottage Cheese Waffles

These waffles strike a beautiful balance of protein, slow-digesting carbs and healthy fats — perfect for keeping you warm, satisfied and energized on cold winter mornings. The texture is soft yet hearty, with just enough sweetness from the vanilla to pair with all your favorite toppings.

Ingredients

• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 1 cup egg whites
• 1 cup gluten-free oats
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat your waffle iron.
2. Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender.
3. Blend until smooth and the batter is slightly thick.
4. Pour batter into the waffle iron and cook according to your waffle maker’s directions, usually 3–5 minutes or until golden and crisp.
5. Serve warm with toppings such as Greek yogurt, pure maple syrup, natural peanut butter or anything you love.

More Topping Inspiration

• Greek yogurt + a drizzle of maple syrup
• Natural peanut butter + sliced bananas
• Mixed berries + a spoonful of almond butter
• Warm cinnamon apples + a dollop of yogurt

Enjoy these nourishing waffles by the fire, wrapped in blankets or during unhurried winter mornings when something cozy and satisfying is exactly what you need before heading out to play in the snow.