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My Crispy, Fluffy Protein Waffle Recipe Has No Flour At All
These protein waffles are one of my favorite ways to enjoy a protein-packed, healthy breakfast that tastes sweet. I love eggs and crispy bacon, but some days you want a little treat, you know? And this is the perfect sweet way to start your day with plenty of protein. Here’s why I love them:
- Crispy and fluffy, with a nutty vanilla flavor – These waffles are fluffy and a little chewy, with a crispy, golden crust. I love the hint of peanut butter and vanilla flavors, but they’re mild, so they go with any toppings you love.
- Clean ingredients with no added sugar – Many high protein waffle recipes rely on sweetened protein powder (often with artificial ingredients) and white flour, so they’re actually a sugar bomb first thing in the morning. Mine is gluten-free, flourless, and naturally sweetened.
- Quick and easy – You need just 7 ingredients, plus salt, and you can be enjoying your breakfast in under 10 minutes.
- Super high protein – 34 grams of protein per serving! If you want an extra punch, add on my protein coffee to go with your waffles.
This protein waffle recipe is also very filling — it keeps me so full until lunch, or even later. Make it with me in minutes!
Ingredients & Substitutions
Here I explain the best ingredients for my protein waffles recipe, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card.
- Protein Powder – I recommend whey protein isolate, because it doesn’t have unnecessary fillers and more importantly, gives your waffles the best texture. (You can also use it to make my protein cookies, protein pizza, and protein ice cream.) Some other types of protein powder (like egg white protein) can make your waffles dense. Flavored powders do work, but usually have sugar.
- Peanut Butter – This is actually the base, and allows my protein waffles to be flourless! I like this thick, creamy one with no added sugar. Almond butter or another nut butter (or even sunflower seed butter or tahini for a nut-free option) works, too.
- Coconut Oil – Prevents dryness. I use this one. If you don’t like the taste of coconut, you can choose a refined one, or swap in butter or avocado oil. Or for extra protein, replace this with Greek yogurt.
- Eggs – The whites add structure and extra protein, and the yolks help with leavening. Egg substitutes will probably work, but will change the texture.
- Besti Monk Fruit Allulose Blend – My go-to natural sweetener because it dissolves easily, for no gritty texture. Regular sugar works if you don’t need a sugar substitute. I don’t recommend liquid sweeteners, as they’ll make your batter too runny.
- Pantry Essentials – Baking powder (not to be confused with baking soda!) for lift, vanilla extract for flavor, and sea salt for balance.
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How To Make Protein Waffles
I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card.
- Blend the wet ingredients. Combine the peanut butter, melted coconut oil, eggs, and vanilla in a blender and blend until smooth.
- Add the dry ingredients. Add the protein powder, Besti, baking powder, and sea salt. Blend again until smooth.
- Cook until golden. Preheat your waffle maker (I use this Belgian waffle maker, spray it with cooking spray, and pour in the waffle batter. Cook according to your waffle maker’s instructions.
Enjoy your protein waffles with your favorite toppings! I love mine with sliced strawberries and sugar-free maple syrup, pictured below. If you’re feeling fancy, add chia jam, sliced bananas with a drizzle of honey (or sugar free honey), a little of my Wholesome Yum Strawberry Syrup for extra fruity flavor, or even whipped cream.
My Recipe Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients. If some (like the eggs) are cold, the coconut oil can solidify. My shortcut is to place the eggs in a bowl of warm water to come to room temp quickly.
- Don’t have a blender? You can also mix the ingredients with a hand mixer. I do recommend something electric over mixing by hand, because this creates more air bubbles to get you fluffy results.
- How do you know when they are done? Your protein waffles are ready when no more steam is coming out of the sides of the waffle maker. Sometimes they are done when there’s just a little left, so check on them at that point.
- Cool a few minutes for the best texture. They’ll get more crispy as they cool from hot to warm, plus the texture inside will improve.
- Do they taste a lot like peanut butter? Nope! Something about this ingredient combo takes away most of its flavor, so they’re just a hint of nutty.
- Can you make the batter ahead? Yes, but wait to add the baking powder until right before cooking, and blend in fresh. Otherwise, the baking powder will react and no longer be effective.
- Note on waffle makers and nutrition info: You might notice a serving is half a protein waffle. That’s because they’re huge in my favorite Belgian waffle maker, and super filling! You’ll get more waffles if you use a regular one, or sometimes I like using this mini one for better portion control.
Protein Waffles (Crispy With No Flour)
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Fuel your day with these protein waffles! This recipe uses peanut butter & protein powder, and no flour or sugar. A healthy, sweet breakfast!
Instructions
[ See step photos See my tips ]Tap on the times in the instructions to start a kitchen timer.
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In a blender, blend the peanut butter, melted coconut oil, eggs, and vanilla, until smooth.
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Add the protein powder, Besti, baking powder, and sea salt. Blend again, until smooth.
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Preheat your Belgian waffle maker and spray with cooking spray. Transfer the batter into the waffle iron and distribute evenly.
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Cook according to the manufacturer's instructions. Typically the waffle cooks for 2-3 minutes, and is done when there is almost no steam coming out of the waffle maker.
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Let the protein waffles cool for a few minutes. They come out of the waffle maker soft, but as they cool from hot to warm, they will crisp up on the outside AND the inner texture will improve.
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Maya’s Recipe Notes
Serving size: 1/2 large Belgian waffle
- Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you get the best texture in your protein waffles, alternatives if you don’t have a blender, how to know they are done, and notes on waffle size.
- Flavors: See my flavor variations above to make chocolate, berry, pumkin, or cinnamon flavors.
- Store: Let protein waffles cool, then keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Meal prep: Triple the batter, make waffles, and stash in the fridge or freezer.
- Freeze: Cool, layer with parchment in a freezer bag, and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheat: Pop them in a toaster, toaster oven, or oven at 350 degrees F—even straight from the freezer!
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Flavor Variations
I love this basic version the most, but I’ve also made these different flavors and all are delicious:
- Chocolate – Mix in 1/2 cup chocolate chips (I use these sugar-free ones), or swap in chocolate protein powder.
- Berries – 1/2 cup is a good amount here, too. I love fresh or frozen blueberries in these protein waffles, but you can also use chopped strawberries, blackberries, or raspberries.
- Pumpkin – For cozy fall vibes, cut the peanut butter to 3 tablespoons, and add 3 tablespoons pumpkin puree and 1/2 tablespoon of pumpkin pie spice.
- Cinnamon – Mix a teaspoon of ground cinnamon into the batter. Simple, but so good!
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109 Comments
Tami
0What can I use in place of the bone broth protein? I have to eat gluten free. Can I simply add the same amount of 1:1 Gluten Free Flour in it’s place?
Maya | Wholesome Yum
0Hi Tami, I recommend whey protein powder like this for this recipe and it’s gluten-free. I don’t recommend gluten-free flour.
Ed
0Awesome waffles. I’m new to the keto diet and find it hard to find food that I can make that tastes good. Thank you so much.
Joey
0These waffles are amazing and have the best structure of any low carb waffle recipe I have tried! Thank you for this recipe! I love how much protein is in them, as my kids are young and growing 🙂 Is there any way to adapt this to be a Pumpkin Waffle recipe? I’m dying for a pumpkin waffle but have to keep it low carb as I am T1D. Thanks!
Maya | Wholesome Yum
0I’m so glad you liked them, Joey! Yes, I have instructions to make a pumpkin flavor above.
Moop Brown
0I love the way that these waffles both look tasty but are also full of protein as well.
Hayley Dhanecha
0These protein-packed waffles made with protein powder were hit with my friends, so easy and filling. Thanks for the recipe.
Amy B.
0This is a new favorite in my house! I love that it’s high protein, high fiber, AND it’s delicious!
Chenée
0These waffles were delicious! So satisfying and fluffy. I can’t wait to make them again!
Cathleen
0I am always looking for more waffle recipes, and this one looks like my new favourite. I can tell it will be made on repeat in my kitchen!!
Leslie
0I’m so excited for this protein waffle recipe! I’m so intrigued by your use of bone broth protein powder!
Liz
0Love the idea of adding protein powder to waffles!
Heather
0I haven’t tried cooking with protein powder before and cannot wait to try these waffles! Thanks for all of the great tips for getting just the right texture 🙂
aya
0These protein waffles are quick to make and tastes amazing! I loved how light these are.
Michele
0This Protein Waffles were delicious! Highly Recommended!
Anaiah
0Love these protein waffles! They were so flavorful and quick to whip up for the family.
Adriana
0These are the perfect protein waffles. A complete breakfast in few minutes and the taste is lovely.
Amy L Huntley
0These low carb protein waffles are such a simple protein packed breakfast. My kids love them and don’t even know that they are healthy! Win, Win!
Jennifer
0These are the most delicious waffles ever and I love that they’re low carb and full of protein! Couldn’t have asked for a better recipe!
Natalie
0What a delicious option!! So light & fluffy & the flavor is so good!
Samantha
0Oh I loved the inclusion of peanut butter in these! I’m a big fan of protein waffles since it helps boost my energy in the morning.
Cindy
0These were so delicious! Thanks for the great recipe!