It doesn’t have to be your birthday to start your day off right with these healthy gluten free birthday cake protein waffles that are made from scratch and totally easy.
Guys, I’m excited because it’s my birthday in 3 DAYS! Even more exciting, I’m turning 30! It’s a big year and I plan on celebrating loud and proud. To kick off the festivities I plan on whipping up these gluten free birthday cake protein waffles. I FINALLY got myself a waffle iron, and now I want to waffle all day, err day! So get ready for a ton more waffle recipes. For now, let’s focus on one of my fav flavs: birthday cake (insert googley eyes here).
These birthday cake protein waffles are probably the prettiest stack I’ve ever made (or consumed). Not only are they super insta-worthy but also are made without the use of artificial ingredients. On top of that, they pack a protein punch! Each waffle clocks in with a whopping 22 grams of protein and that’s without the use of protein powder! Um.. YES. I always depend on a high protein breaky to get through my day and usually refuel after a long workout.
Want to make this stack of these birthday cake protein waffles ASAP? Here’s how you make em.
How to Make Birthday Cake Protein Waffles
I wanted to develop a recipe that was as easy as pie (or should I say waffle?), so I chose ingredients that you would typically find in your pantry and fridge. Basically, I want you guys to be able to whip up a stack of these bad boys ASAP whenever you need a pick me up. And any day (not just your birthday), can be birthday cake protein waffle day.
To make the batter, I use gluten free oats (pulsed in a food processor), cottage cheese, banana, eggs, cinnamon, and vanilla. Once my waffle iron is fully heated, I add 1 cup of the mixture and MAKE IT RAIN with an assortment of sprinkles.
Once the waffles are cooked, I finish them off with a generous dollop of greek yoghurt, strawberries, bananas, almond butter and obv MORE sprinkles!
There you have it lovelies. All that’s left is to chow down on this stack, but before you do, be sure to snap an insta and tag me in it so I can see your lovely creations!
Guys I am TOTS making this again on my 30th birthday! I legit cannot WAIT to dig in (oh and to celebrate with family and friends, of course).
Now tell me, what breakfast do you want on your birthday?
Have you tried these gluten free birthday cake protein waffles?
Leave me a comment below with your thoughts!
Gluten Free Birthday Cake Protein Waffles
Ingredients
- 2 cups cottage cheese
- 2 cups gluten free oats
- 1 ripe large banana
- 4 whole eggs
- 4 egg whites
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/8 tsp salt
- Rainbow sprinkles
Toppings:
- Rainbow sprinkles
- Greek yogurt
- Sliced strawberries
- Sliced banana
- Natural Almond Butter
Instructions
- In a food processor, puree the oats until they reach a flour like texture. Transfer to a large bowl.
- Add the cottage cheese and banana to the processor and puree until smooth. Add to the bowl.
- Add the eggs and egg whites, vanilla, cinnamon and salt to the bowl and stir until combined.
- Preheat a waffle iron and add 1 cup of mixture to the centre. Sprinkle with assorted sprinkles and cook to desired doneness.
- Top with a dollop of yogurt, a drizzle of almond butter, strawberries, bananas and extra sprinkles. Enjoy!!
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Updated on April 30th, 2020
Abbey Sharp is a Registered Dietitian (RD), regulated by the Ontario College of Dietitians. She is a mom, YouTuber, Blogger, award winning cookbook author, media coach specializing in food and nutrition influencers, and a frequent contributor to national publications like Healthline and on national broadcast TV shows.
Allison says
These are great: just made them the other day. I let the batter sit for 15 min to thicken and added 1/2 tsp baking powder and 1/4 tsp baking soda for the waffle puff factor. These reheat well the next day in the toaster. Perfect, filling breaky for this busy teacher!
Erika says
My husband was doing the egg portion of these and decided we didn’t need to do full eggs and egg whites UGH I hate when he changes stuff!
What’s the reasoning for doing 8 egg whites and 4 yolks? Vs 8 full eggs or 6 eggs?
Abbey Sharp says
I just wanted to keep the cholesterol down a bit, because it can be a lot in one sitting.
Lori says
These look amazing. How would I make them grain-free? Almond and coconut flour? I can never get the proportions right since converting my recipes to grain-free from gluten-free.
Abbey Sharp says
Coconut flour works well!
Jackie says
This recipe looks delicious but I don’t have a waffle maker. Can they be made into pancakes?
Abbey Sharp says
Yes, totally!
Lisa says
I have a dairy allergy, anything I could use in place of cottage cheese?
Abbey Sharp says
A very soft tofu could work, like silken tofu.
dixya @food, pleasure, and health says
i hardly use cottage cheese but using in waffles sounds like a great idea!
Abbey Sharp says
Yeah! Works great
Emily says
oh yes yes yes!! Please let me fast-forward to breakfast tomorrow so I can stuff one of these in my face! haha
Abbey Sharp says
haha right!!!
Kelly says
Now this is how you properly celebrate a bday. Yum!
Abbey Sharp says
Yes!! It should always include rainbow sprinkles 🙂
Rachel says
Super cute! Happy birthday!
Abbey Sharp says
Thanks love!
Chrissy @ Snacking in Sneakers says
I’ve made cottage cheese and oat pancakes that are very similar to this, but never thought about doing a waffle instead. So good!
Abbey Sharp says
I’m so into my waffle maker right now
Annmarie says
Oooh I LOVE protein waffles – these look good!
Abbey Sharp says
Thanks girl!
Kori says
I absolutely need to get a waffle maker! Do you have a brand recommendation that isn’t too pricey and makes consistently good waffles? We just bought cottage cheese, so we have all we need to make these!
Abbey Sharp says
Honestly all of them work great and most of them go for around 40 bucks.
Kori says
It just so happened that I received a $15 Amazon gift card plus had Chase reward points, so Matt and I snagged a waffle maker normally priced for $50 at under $20! I have the recipe printed and ready to go! Thanks so much!
Abbey Sharp says
That’s amazing! What a deal! Enjoy the recipe Kori!
Laura says
I just love the idea that it’s full of protein! 😉
Abbey Sharp says
Yes! And super tasty
Deborah Brooks says
Happy early birthday! Waffles look like the best way to start your celebration
Abbey Sharp says
You got it! Thanks Deborah 🙂