Low Carb Flax Waffle

This was by far one of the best waffles I've ever made. What makes them lower in carbohydrates? I used protein powder and ground flaxseed in place of flour. Flaxseeds are a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids antioxidants, and fiber. What else is amazing about this recipe? I used riced cauliflower. Yes, cauliflower in my waffles. And no, the waffles do NOT taste like cauliflower. They will make them moist. If you've ever tried baking with protein powder before and they've come out super dry, it's because you did not use moisturizing agent. Examples of these include canned pumpkin, yogurt, applesauce, cottage cheese, cooked winter squash (acorn, kabocha, butternut), cooked beets, and more. I usually use two, and one of them is always cauliflower. Read more about why I use cauliflower in my waffles and pancakes here.

Low Carb Flax Waffle

Ingredients:

1/2 cup riced cauliflower
2 tablespoons ground flaxseed

2/3 scoop whey protein powder (I love using Cellucor brand)

1/2 tablespoon psyllium husk 

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

2 tablespoons almond milk
3 tablespoons egg whites

Stevia to taste

Directions:

1. Preheat waffle iron.
2. To rice your cauliflower, place raw florets in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped. I use my Ninja for this. Cook in the microwave for 40 seconds.
3. Meanwhile, add the flaxseed through the stevia to your food processor. Add the cauliflower. Blend until smooth.
4. Coat your waffle iron with cooking spray. Add batter and cook until done!

Peanut Butter Banana Waffles

When I woke up today, my stomach wasn't feeling 100%. I decided to forgo the protein powder that I usually use at breakfast for this reason (just in case it made my stomach worse!). As horrible as it is to have a stomach ache, I'm happy that it forced me to make a protein powder free, and therefore, kid friendly waffle recipe! These waffles are also gluten-free and dairy-free, and packed with protein from the peanut flour I used. These flours may sound foreign, but they are available at great prices from Vitacost (discount off your first order included in the link!).

Peanut Butter Banana Waffles

Ingredients:

1/4 cup peanut flour
2 tablespoons coconut flour
1 small banana (100 grams)
3 tablespoons egg whites
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Stevia to taste
Almond milk if needed

Directions:

1. Preheat waffle maker and spray with cooking spray.
2. Place all ingredients into a food processor or blender (I use my Ninja). Blend until smooth.
3. Pour into waffle pan and cook until done. Top with your favorite toppings (nuts, fruit, yogurt, nut butter, coconut flakes, etc.)

Red Velvet Cake Batter Protein Waffles

Cellucor... I LOVE YOU ❤️ Cellucor is one of my favorite protein powders for baking and making pancakes and waffles. The flavors are amazing. Cinnamon Swirl, Peanut Butter Marshmallow, Cake Batter, and now Red Velvet Cake Batter! I don't know... This one might be a favorite! Went crazy today and took out the waffle maker. You can easily make these into pancakes too.

Tip: I only order my protein powders from Bodybuilding.com. If your order elsewhere, you're spending too much! Plus, they usually give you free samples :)

                                      

                                       

                                  

Red Velvet Protein Waffles

Ingredients:

3/4 scoop Red Velvet Cake Batter protein powder (by Cellucor)

1/3 cup oatmeal ground into flour (I use my food processor)

2 tablespoons coconut flour 

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1 stevia packet

3 tablespoons egg whites

2 T cottage cheese

5 tablespoons almond milk 

Directions:

1. Preheat waffle maker (or pan if making pancakes). 

2. Blend together all dry ingredients in a blender or food processor. 

3. Add egg whites, cottage cheese, and milk. Blend until smooth. Add batter to waffle maker and cook! 

I topped mine with WF sugar-free chocolate syrup, strawberries, and stevia sweetened Greek yogurt. Feels like I just ate cake for breakfast!