Light, fluffy, and packed with blueberry flavor, these High-Protein Waffles make a comforting, healthy breakfast. Made with protein powder and almond flour to keep them dairy-free and gluten-free, each serving packs 20 grams of protein to help keep you full.
Delicious! The combination of protein powder and almond flour gives these a nice nutty flavor. Once I swapped the almond flour for coconut flour and they turned out just as tasty. Definitely a breakfast that I'll keep on my go-to list! -Sally
A Quick Look At The Recipe
- ⏲️Ready In: 35 Minutes
- 👪Serves: 3
- 🍽 Calories and Protein: 268 kcals and 20 grams of protein
- 📋Main Ingredients: Vanilla protein powder, egg whites, almond flour, maple syrup, blueberries, and almond butter.
- 📖 Dietary Notes: Dairy-free, gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and can be made grain-free and paleo as well.
- ⭐ Why You'll Love It: These dairy-free protein waffles are light, crispy, and packed with protein for a healthy and energizing breakfast.
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With just a handful of gluten-free pantry staples, these blueberry protein waffles are an easy way to stay full and energized through busy mornings (which is exactly the goal behind my Rise and Chill Breakfast E-Book). While paleo pumpkin waffles are my fall favorite, these fresh blueberry waffles are perfect for spring and summer, and depending on the protein you use, they can double as a grain-free, meal-prep-friendly breakfast too.
One of my biggest goals for clients is helping them actually enjoy their food while still supporting their goals. That’s why I keep options like gluten-free pancakes and this protein powder mug cake in regular rotation, simple upgrades that make healthy eating sustainable.
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💭Why You'll Love This Recipe
High protein: With 20 grams of protein per waffle, this waffle recipe takes the cake on healthy breakfast ideas.
Comfort food texture: everyone loves waffles, and these ones come out with a soft inside but ever-so-slightly crisp shell that's preu comfort.
Make ahead: You can actually make this blueberry gluten-free protein waffles recipe in advance and toast them when you need them. Perfect for busy mornings with kids (check out these other meal prep breakfast ideas).
Ingredients and Substitutions
- Vanilla protein powder: The kind of protein powder you choose will make a difference to the texture and flavor of the protein waffles. Originally, vegan protein powder was used, but lots of proteins can work.
- Almond flour: This helps cut the protein powder and keep the blueberry waffles extra light. Make sure to learn the difference between almond flour and almond meal and grab the flour for a smoother texture.
- Almond butter: Any nut butter will work, just make sure it’s a natural one and a semi-fresh jar so that it mixes easily into the batter. We use no oil peanut butter the most.
- Blueberries: Both fresh and frozen blueberries work for the waffles, so that you can enjoy these beauties all year long.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Flavor Variations
Fruit: Any fruit you choose can be added to the protein waffle recipe without oats. So mix and match for new tastes.
Toppings: Make the high-protein waffles more indulgent by topping them with dairy-free chocolate glaze, Whole30 whipped cream, or coconut milk caramel sauce.
Double chocolate waffles: Use a chocolate-based protein powder and swap the blueberries with chocolate chips.
How To Make The Bluebery Protein Waffles
Step 1: In a small bowl whisk together all the wet ingredients.
Step 2: Mix together the almond flour, protein powder, and baking powder. Add it into the wet ingredients. Stir the waffle batter well until no clumps remain.
Step 3: Stir in your blueberries but do not over mix.
Step 4: Portion the batter into a pre-greased, pre-heated waffle iron.
Step 5: Cook for 15 minutes before turning the waffle maker off and letting them sit for another 10 minutes.
Step 6: Top them with your favorites and enjoy.
Expert Tips
Use a fresh-ish jar of nut butter. The hardened stuff at the bottom of an old jar won’t mix well enough.
I have a cast-iron waffle maker that I love. I grease it with avocado oil before cooking these waffles. So, know your waffle maker and grease as needed.
For crispier waffles, let them cook longer in the waffle iron. Make sure not to open the lid to check them for at least 6 minutes, though, or you'll tear them.
Choosing a protein powder: These high-protein blueberry waffles were originally made with vegan protein powder. Vegan proteins tend to absorb more liquid than most. Both LeanFit protein and Botanica work well.
- If you're using a fermented vegan protein powder, you'll need to add more liquid to the batter. Start with 2 tablespoons of non-dairy hemp milk and go from there.
- Beef isolate protein powder can be used in this protein waffle recipe as well, since it creates a sticky texture that binds the ingredients. It also has the most delicious flavor. This is what I have recently switched to for health reasons.
- Collagen powder and whey protein cannot be used in these waffles unless you add a traditional flour, as there's nothing to hold the waffles together.
To make low-carb protein waffles, use a beef protein powder like Paleo Pro or Equip Protein. This swap makes them grain-free and paleo-friendly as well.
Meal Prepping and Storing
Cooking: If you know you’re making these in advance, only cook the waffles until they’re soft, not crispy.
Storing: Let them cool fully and store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Freeze: Layer the waffles between pieces of parchment paper so that they don’t stick together and store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. Let them thaw in the fridge overnight when you need them.
Reheat: Pop the waffles into the toaster to reheat them on busy mornings!
High Protein Waffles FAQs
These high-protein waffles make a great, healthy breakfast any day of the week. Because they have 20 grams of protein, they help give you energy while keeping you ful,l which means eating them 3 times per week can definitely be part of a healthy diet.
Yes, you can use frozen blueberries to make protein waffles. However, know that if you overmix the batter, they will start to thaw and turn the waffles a light blue/purple color.
Protein waffles can be reheated in the oven over low heat (250F) while lying flat on a tray. Or, you can pop them in the toaster to reheat them quickly, and this way they'll remain crispy.
Dry protein waffles are often a result of the protein powder itself as they tend to absorb so much liquid. In the batter, you need a mix of healthy fats to keep them light. For these protein waffles, almond flour, nut butter, and avocado oil are used.
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High Protein Blueberry Waffles Recipe (Gluten-Free)
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Equipment
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup Vegan vanilla protein powder
- ¼ cup Almond flour
- ¾ cup Egg whites
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 tablespoon Avocado oil
- 1.5 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Blueberries fresh or frozen
- 2 tablespoons Almond butter
Instructions
- Grease and preheat your waffle iron to medium-high heat.
- In a small bowl whisk together all the wet ingredients.
- One by one add in the almond flour, protein powder, and baking powder. Stir well until no clumps remain.
- Stir in your blueberries but do not overmix.
- Portion the waffle batter into the waffle maker taking care to smooth it out. Close the lid.
- Cook for 15 minutes before turning the waffle maker off and letting them sit with the lid closed for another 10 minutes.
- When done as per your preference, carefully use a silicone spatula to remove them. Top with maple syrup and your favorite toppings and enjoy.
Notes
Disclaimer:
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"
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Raquel says
I love how easy these are to make!
Kara says
This was great!
Shashi says
Breakfast is my favorite meal of the day and with this recipe, I had a tasty and protein packed one this morning! Thank you! Making these again this weekend!
fitasamamabear says
It's a nice one because you can make it as indulgent as you wish or not1
Nancy says
These are the perfect guilt-free breakfast indulgence!
fitasamamabear says
Haha definitely!
Elaine says
Thank you for sharing this recipe
Sally says
Delicious! The combination of protein powder and almond flour gives these a nice nutty flavor. Once I swapped the almond flour for coconut flour and they turned out just as tasty. Definitely a breakfast that I'll keep on my go-to list!
fitasamamabear says
Happy you enjoyed them!
Elaine says
I’ve been dabbling with using almond flour and this is perfect! Possibly one of my newest favorite ways to cook with it! Adult and kid approved from us!
fitasamamabear says
So happy kiddos approved!!
Marie says
I froze a batch of these waffles and they thawed beautifully. They were just as good as when freshly made. The parchment paper trick worked well to keep them from sticking.
fitasamamabear says
Makes for easy breakfasts!
Dorothy says
Just made these and they are yummy! I think it will definitely depend on the protein powder you use. I will make with chocolate protein next!
fitasamamabear says
Yea protein powder can change it a lot so find one you love!
chhavi vashisht says
These were so good! Thankyou for sharing this recipe! It's really helping me eat a high protein breakfast everyday!
fitasamamabear says
Glad you enjoyed them!