Cottage Cheese Waffles

These cottage cheese waffles feature a base of cottage cheese, eggs, and oat flour, creating low-carb, high-protein waffles that are crisp on the outside, fluffy in the center, and so easy to make! Perfect for meal prep, they’re a healthy breakfast option the whole family will look forward to eating. 

What can I expect? 

Standard waffles are made with a base of all-purpose flour and sugar, both of which are digested as starchy carbs, leading to elevated blood sugar levels, a sugar crash, and hunger soon after eating. Not this recipe, though! Instead, we use just a handful of nutritious ingredients and a sugar substitute to create the sweet flavor and crisp exterior you love. 

Even better, all the ingredients combine in a food processor or blender, making prep unbelievably easy. Then, the waffles cook in minutes, and they store well. So, you can make a large batch to keep on hand for quick breakfasts throughout the week. You’ll never go back to frozen store-bought waffles again! 

Enjoy them on their own, or load them up with your favorite toppings. Either way, you’ll have a tasty option that’s guaranteed to keep you satisfied until lunch. 

Are Cottage Cheese Waffles Healthy? 

Let’s take a look at the main ingredients: 

• Cottage Cheese
• Eggs
• Oat Flour

Eggs and oat flour are all natural, nutritious food sources, made with minimal ingredients. Use them as staple ingredients in a wide variety of recipes. 

But what about cottage cheese? Is dairy healthy?

Here’s what we know. Dairy is full of vitamins, minerals, protein, and natural fat energy. But if everyone consumed dairy all of the time, dairy farming would become abusive and unsustainable…

Let’s be mindful of our dairy intake. Buy dairy that comes from pasture-raised cows and limit consumption.

Sugar is what makes food unhealthy. 

Most waffle recipes are made with white flour (refined grains), which digest very similarly to sugar. 

In a single serving, you’re already up to 48g or more of sugar. Next, you’re looking at heartburn with an energy crash. (And you’ll be scouring the pantry for your next sugar snack within the hour.)

Omit the flour, swap added sugar for a sugar substitute (or omit it completely), and this recipe becomes nourishment. The ingredients provide vitamins, minerals, healthy fats, and quality, whole-food energy. 

Enjoy this cottage cheese waffles recipe knowing it supports your well-being. Learn more about eating less sugar here.

Cottage Cheese Waffles Tips

1. Can I substitute almond or coconut flour?

Yes, you can substitute other low-carb flour options. However, keep in mind that texture and flavor might vary slightly.

2. Will the waffles taste like cottage cheese?

No, the cottage cheese flavor is very mild and mostly undetectable once blended. It adds protein and a fluffy texture without overpowering the taste.

3. Can I make these waffles ahead of time?

Absolutely! You can make a batch, and store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat them in a toaster or oven to maintain their crispness.

4. Can I freeze the waffles?

Yes, these waffles freeze well. Let them cool completely. Then, stack them with parchment paper in between each waffle, and place them in a freezer-safe bag. They can be frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat directly from frozen in a toaster or oven.

5. Are these waffles keto-friendly?

Yes, these waffles are low-carb and keto-friendly, thanks to the oat flour, which is low in carbs compared to traditional wheat flour.

6. Can I make these waffles dairy-free?

You can substitute the cottage cheese with dairy-free cottage cheese alternatives or silken tofu. However, the texture may differ slightly.

7. How do I make the waffles crispier?

To achieve extra crispy waffles, cook them for a bit longer in the waffle iron, or place the finished waffles in a preheated oven at 200°F for a few minutes to dry them out further.

8. What size waffle maker?

A standard-size waffle iron, which typically makes waffles around 7-8 inches in diameter or 4 square waffles. If you have a mini waffle maker (about 4 inches), you can adjust by pouring less batter and cooking more waffles. For a 4-inch waffle maker, you should pour about 2-3 tablespoons of batter per waffle. This will help avoid overfilling and ensure that the waffles cook evenly without spilling over the edges.

9. What toppings should I add? 

These waffles are tasty enough to serve all on their own. However, they’re also great with toppings like sugar-free syrup, peanut butter, almond butter, sugar-free chocolate chips, fresh fruit, or even whipped cream! 

10. What should I serve with cottage cheese waffles?

Thanks to their high protein content, these waffles are plenty filling enough on their own. That said, if you’re feeling extra hungry or feeding a crowd, they pair well with other breakfast options like fresh fruit, Starbucks egg bites, or veggie breakfast casserole.

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