Description
Delicious and nutritious Chocolate Protein Waffles made with rolled oats, chocolate protein powder, and cocoa for a healthy and satisfying breakfast. These waffles are quick to prepare, gluten-free, and perfect for fueling your day with a protein-packed treat.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chocolate protein powder
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup almond milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Waffle Maker: Preheat your waffle maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions to ensure it is ready to cook the batter evenly.
- Make Oat Flour: Place the rolled oats in a blender or food processor and pulse until they form a fine oat flour.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the oat flour, chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until well blended.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs, almond milk, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and stir until the batter is smooth and homogenous.
- Cook Waffles: Pour the batter into the preheated waffle maker and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the waffles are crisp and cooked through.
- Serve: Carefully remove the waffles and serve immediately with your favorite toppings such as fresh fruit, yogurt, nut butter, or a drizzle of maple syrup.
Notes
- Use gluten-free oats to keep the recipe gluten-free.
- Adjust cooking time based on your waffle maker’s specific heat settings.
- For a vegan version, substitute eggs with flax eggs and almond milk with any plant-based milk.
- Fresh toppings like berries or sliced banana add natural sweetness and extra nutrients.
- This batter can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours for quick waffles the next day.
