Chocolate Fudge Protein Waffles

Chocolate Protein Waffles

Chocolate fudge protein waffles topped with strawberries, whipped cream, and chocolate sauce for a protein packed, good-for-you, and delicious breakfast or dessert!

If you’re looking for a guilt-free yet indulgent breakfast treat, these Chocolate Fudge Protein Waffles are just the ticket. Packed with protein and rich chocolate flavor, they’ll satisfy your sweet tooth while keeping you fueled for the day ahead. Plus, they’re gluten-free and low in sugar, making them a wholesome choice for the whole family.

Serve these waffles with homemade buttermilk syrup instead of chocolate sauce or Strawberry Syrup!

Looking at these waffles, would you think they are good for you? Probably not, but they are, and they taste awesome too. Which I think can be a challenging combination.

I remember growing up my parents would experiment with good for you foods, and sometimes those experiments were a success, and sometimes they went wrong, horribly, horribly, wrong! Today I tried something new, and it went right. Oh so deliciously and totally right!

I have been looking for new ways to increase protein intake in my son’s life. You may remember this Dirty Monkey protein shake that uses tofu in it. He is a picky eater, and tends to stick to carbs. He loves oatmeal, pancakes, waffles, cucumbers, and fresh fruit.

We load up on the good stuff wherever we can, but I have been looking for ways to get protein into the foods he already likes. Hence the protein waffles!

It took me about 4 batches to get the consistency I wanted, and to have them turn out just right, but you guys, they are so amazing. I can’t say it enough. I loved them. My son LOVED them. And everyone else did too. It was a total success story.

FAQs

Can I use whole eggs instead of egg whites? Yes, you can but this will increase the fat content slightly, and you won’t get as fluffy of waffles. So I say stick to the whites.

Can I use a different type of flour? Yes, you can use any flour of your choice, but keep in mind this may alter the texture and taste of the waffles. The oat flour kept these gluten free and easy, since all you have to do is blend up oats. But you can sub other flours as you desire.

Can I freeze the waffles? Yes, these waffles freeze well. Place them in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until firm, then transfer to a freezer bag. Reheat in the toaster or oven.

Substitutions

• Instead of oat flour, you can use almond flour or a gluten-free flour blend.
• Any flavor of protein powder can be used, but chocolate works best for this recipe. Any brand of protein works too. Since making this recipe I have switched to the FlavCity protein powder, and love the chocolate peanut butter variety. Which I also use in these amazing Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls
• You can use any sweetener of your choice in place of stevia.

Serving Suggestions

• Top with fresh berries and a dollop of homemade Greek yogurt for a nutritious and delicious breakfast.
• Drizzle with sugar-free chocolate syrup or nut butter for an extra decadent touch.
• Serve alongside a glass of almond milk or a cup of coffee for a complete meal.

Storage

• Store any leftover waffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. Reheat in the toaster or oven before serving.

Add Protein Easily

The body uses protein in pretty much every function, from building to repairing tissues, to making enzymes, hormones, and other body chemicals. Protein is an important building block for bones, muscles, cartilage, as well as skin and blood.

Kids need protein for proper brain function, and to do well in school, but most traditional breakfast foods are severely lacking in it. So adding protein to breakfast can actually help kick start their brains and get them learning and retaining better.

Protein also helps the body to maintain a healthy weight, which is something I need. The body does not store protein like it does fats and carbohydrates, so it has to come from your daily diet.

In other words, our whole family needed a way to add extra protein, and these waffles are our solution!

Other Breakfast Recipes:

• Cottage Cheese Breakfast Bowl
• Slow Cooker Breakfast Strata
• Pumpkin Pie Waffles
• Keto Waffles
• Homemade Toaster Waffles
• Vanilla Protein Waffles
• Healthy Protein Peanut Butter Cups

Chocolate Fudge Protein Waffles

Chocolate fudge protein waffles topped with strawberries, whipped cream, and chocolate sauce for a protein packed, good-for-you, and delicious breakfast or dessert!

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Course: Breakfast, Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: chocolate fudge, protein, waffles

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 6 minutes minutes

Total Time: 16 minutes minutes

Servings: 3

Calories: 89kcal

Author: Rachael

Ingredients

• 7 egg whites
• 1 tsp Stevia
• 2 scoops Chocolate Fudge Protein Powder
• 1/2 cup oats ground into flour

Toppings

• Fresh strawberries
• Fresh made whipped cream 4 ounces whipping cream, 1/2 tsp Stevia, blend until desired consistency is reached, about 30 seconds
• Chocolate sauce optional

Instructions

• Beat 7 egg whites in a mixer on high for about 45 seconds.
• Grind oats in a blender until they are a flour, then add oat flour, Stevia, and Chocolate Fudge Protein Powder to the blender
• Mix for another 2 minutes or so while you are heating your waffle iron
• Pour approximately 1/2 cup batter into sprayed waffle iron
• Cook 4-6 minutes until puffy and desired crispiness is reached.

Notes

Spray waffle iron between each waffle if they are sticking
*For crunchier waffles, let cook longer
***Only fill iron about 1/2 way so that it does not puff up and spill over.
***Beating your eggs longer will result in airier, lighter, puffier waffles
****You can use as little as 1/4 cup oat flour and achieve great results. I opted for 1/2 cup so they would be more filling, and a thicker, heavier consistency, which is what we like.
***** Top with warmed nut butters for even more protein and a healthier topping alternative.

Nutrition

Calories: 89kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 119mg | Potassium: 162mg | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 0.6mg

Our recipe card software calculates these nutrition facts based on averages for the above ingredients, different brands, and quality of produce/meats may have different nutritional information, always calculate your own based on the specific products you use in order to achieve accurate macros for this recipe.

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