Banana Cottage Cheese Waffles
Banana cottage cheese waffles are a terrific fusion of taste and nutrition. They're perfect for busy mornings or a weekend treat, offering a hearty dose of protein from the cottage cheese while still indulging your sweet tooth with ripe bananas.
Equipment
- Waffle iron
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Measuring Cups
Ingredients
- Here's what you need to whip up those scrumptious banana cottage cheese waffles:
- - 2 medium overripe bananas well mashed
- - 1/2 cup cottage cheese preferably low-fat
- - 2 large eggs
- - 1 cup oat flour or gluten-free all-purpose flour
- - 1 teaspoon baking powder
- - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- - 1 teaspoon lemon zest optional
- - 1/2 cup freshly picked blueberries
- - Pinch of sea salt
- - 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup for added sweetness
- - Cooking spray or melted unsalted butter for greasing the waffle iron
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Waffle Iron
- Start by preheating your waffle iron. This ensures your waffles will be crisp on the outside while remaining fluffy on the inside. Lightly grease the iron using cooking spray or a small amount of melted butter. This step is crucial as it prevents sticking!
Step 2: Prepare the Batter
- In a large mixing bowl, combine your mashed bananas, cottage cheese, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk these together until you have a lump-free mixture. Next, add your oat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, lemon zest, and a pinch of sea salt. Stir until everything is well combined and you’ve created a thick batter. If you’re adding honey or maple syrup for extra sweetness, now is the time to add that in.
Step 3: Portion and Add Blueberries
- Pour approximately 1/2 cup of the batter onto your preheated waffle iron—make sure not to overload it! Sprinkle a few blueberries directly on top of the batter. This adds a lovely burst of flavor and a beautiful pop of color.
Step 4: Cook to Perfection
- Close the lid of your waffle iron and cook for about 4 to 5 minutes. Keep an eye on it; you want them to turn a golden brown color. Once ready, carefully remove the waffles and set them aside on a plate.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
- These waffles are best served warm. Top them off with banana slices, a generous drizzle of maple syrup, or even your favorite nut butter for that additional crunch and flavor. You could also add more fresh blueberries on top for a colorful finish!
Notes
- Use Ripe Bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter your waffles will be. Look for bananas with brown spots for optimal flavor.
- Keep Waffles Warm: If making a large batch, place cooked waffles in a warm oven (200°F) on a baking sheet to keep them warm without getting soggy.
- Experiment with Flours: While oat flour works well, feel free to experiment with whole wheat or almond flour for different flavors and nutritional profiles.
- Add Protein: For extra protein, stir in a spoonful of your favorite nut butter or protein powder into the batter.
- Make it a Mix: If you want to add textures, consider mixing in chopped nuts or seeds into the batter!
Nutrition
Carbohydrates: 38gProtein: 11gFat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 86mgSodium: 121mgPotassium: 498mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10g
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