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If you’ve been around here long enough, you know I love a good protein-packed breakfast that fuels your morning without weighing you down. These Cottage Cheese Waffles check every box—fluffy on the inside, crisp on the outside, and made with simple, wholesome ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. Dress them up sweet with berries and maple syrup, or go savory with avocado and eggs. Either way, you’ll love that these waffles come together quickly in the blender for an easy, nutritious start to the day.
I’m back with another cottage cheese breakfast creation that you are absolutely going to love! As a nutritionist, I love adding cottage cheese to my daily meals for additional protein. It’s such an easy and versatile ingredient to use! If you like switching things up, my Cottage Cheese Queso turns cottage cheese into a creamy, savory dip that’s high in protein and perfect for veggies, bowls, or snacks later in the day.
Why You’ll Love these Cottage Cheese Waffles
- High in protein: Just like my Baked Pumpkin Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowls that are perfect for meal prep. Thanks to cottage cheese and eggs, these waffles keep you satisfied.
- Gluten-free option: Use certified gluten-free oats to make them GF.
- Quick & easy: Everything blends in one bowl, making cleanup a breeze.
- Customizable: Sweet or savory—these waffles work for both!
Making these Waffles is such a BREEZE!
Gather up these ingredients:
- Cottage cheese – I recommend small-curd, whole milk for creaminess, but low-fat works too.
- Eggs – Help bind and add structure.
- Rolled oats – Blend into oat flour for a wholesome base.
- Baking powder – Gives the waffles lift.
- Seasonings – Vanilla and cinnamon for sweet, or garlic powder and fresh herbs for savory.
- Optional fat – A tablespoon or two of melted butter or coconut oil makes them extra crisp! I also love parmesan in the savory waffles.
- Preheat your waffle maker.
- Add cottage cheese, eggs, oats, baking powder, salt, and seasonings (depending on sweet or savory) into a blender. Blend until smooth.
- Lightly grease the waffle iron and pour in the batter. Cook until golden and crisp (about 3–5 minutes, depending on your waffle maker).
- Serve immediately with your favorite toppings.
Serving and Tips for Success
- For sweet waffles, top with berries and maple syrup or honey
- For savory waffles, top with avocado, eggs or smoked salmon, and fresh tomatoes
- For extra crisp waffles, add 1–2 tbsp of melted butter or oil into the batter.
- Use a high-powered blender for the smoothest texture. If doing the savory waffles, use fresh parmesan in the batter!
- Freeze extras for quick breakfasts during the week—just pop them in the toaster. So easy for meal prep!
Easy Cottage Cheese Waffles (Sweet or Savory Option!)
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1-2 tbsp maple syrup or honey*
- 1 tsp vanilla extract**
- 1 tsp baking powder
- pinch of salt
For Savory waffles
- 1/4 cup fresh basil or fresh herb of choice
- 1/3 cup shredded parmesan cheese
Toppings
- Fresh berries and maple syrup, (for sweet waffles)
- Eggs (or smoked salmon) and avocado , (for savory waffles)
Instructions
- Preheat the waffle iron
- Add cottage cheese, eggs, oats, baking powder, salt, and optional seasonings (sweet or savory) into a blender. Omit syrup and vanilla extract if making the savory version. Blend until smooth and creamy
- Grease the waffle iron with oil spray or butter. Pour in batter and cook until golden brown and crisp (time depends on your waffle maker, usually 3–5 minutes).
- Remove and serve warm.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
