4 High-Protein Dessert Waffles That You Should Definitely Try


Waffles have many variations and they are based on the type of waffle iron and recipe used. They are usually categorized as a breakfast food, but they are generally not a healthy meal to eat for breakfast, based on the recipes used in some waffle dish variations. Waffles are delicious, and is something that most people feel a craving for when they are hungry. However, if you must eat them no matter what, you should first prepare them in the right way. They can be much more than butter-soaked and syrup-laden dishes of what is basically refined flour. You can top them off with some tasty and nutritious toppings and ingredients such as cottage cheese, fresh berries and banana slices to make it an ideal healthy meal for you.

Below are some high-protein containing waffle variations that you should try.

1. Pumpkin Waffles with Salted Caramel

These waffles are made of high-fiber ingredients such as whole-wheat flour and flaxseeds and coconut oil to make them crispy on the outside. They are also topped off with vegan whipped cream and salted caramel, which makes them even more tasty and delicious. Other ingredients include; cloves, eggs, unsweetened almond milk, cinnamon, ginger, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, vanilla extract and nutmeg. A single serving contains about 12 grams of protein.

2. Cinnamon Roll Waffles

Cinnamon roll waffles contain high-fiber coconut flour (or almond flour) and vanilla protein powder. They are also made with coconut oil, which gives them a rich and buttery frosting. Other ingredients include; egg whites, whey + vanilla proteins, baking soda and milk to thin it out. A single serving contains about 37 grams of proteins.

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3. Whole Wheat Sweet Potato Waffles

This is a great treat for sweet potato lovers. Whole wheat potato waffles are made with whole wheat flour for more robust flavors and vitamins, which also increases their satiety and has a lower impact on blood sugar levels. Other ingredients used include; ground cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, plain nonfat Greek yogurt, canola oil, skim milk, eggs and maple syrup. A single serving contains about 8 grams of proteins.

4. Chicken & Biscuit Waffles

Chicken and biscuit waffles are an awesome combination of chicken and waffles, which makes them not only delicious, but also a sandwich for easy and convenient eating. Ingredients for this dish are; a chicken, large chicken breasts, vegetable oil, low-fat buttermilk and all-purpose flour. For the biscuit part, you will need; self-rising flour, salt, freshly ground black pepper, cold unsalted butter and low-fat buttermilk. For the Arugula Salad with Lemon-Honey Dressing: extra virgin oil, honey, salt and pepper and arugula. A single serving contains about 30 grams of protein.

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