Description
These Cottage Cheese Waffles are a delicious and protein-packed twist on traditional waffles. Made with small curd cottage cheese, they offer a creamy texture and subtle tang, balanced by a hint of brown sugar and vanilla. Perfect for a hearty breakfast or brunch, these waffles are easy to prepare using a waffle iron and come together quickly in just 18 minutes.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ⅓ cups flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- ¼ cup canola oil (or preferred oil)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1¼ cups small curd cottage cheese (2% milkfat preferred)
- 2-3 tablespoons milk (to thin batter, if needed)
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, baking powder, and brown sugar until well combined to form the dry base of the waffle batter.
- Blend Wet Ingredients: In a blender, add the cottage cheese, eggs, vanilla extract, and canola oil. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring a consistent texture for the waffles.
- Mix Batter: Pour the blended cottage cheese mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Gradually add 2-3 tablespoons of milk, a little at a time, to reach the desired batter consistency, mixing only as necessary.
- Preheat Waffle Iron: Heat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions, then grease or oil it well to prevent sticking and ensure golden waffles.
- Cook Waffles: Pour just under ½ cup of batter into each waffle cavity. Cook the waffles until golden brown, typically about 3-5 minutes, adjusting based on the waffle maker and your preferred crispness.
- Serve and Store: Remove the waffles carefully and serve immediately with your favorite toppings such as syrup, fresh fruit, or yogurt. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for later enjoyment.
Notes
- Use 2% milkfat small curd cottage cheese for best flavor and texture.
- Adjust milk quantity to achieve the right batter consistency; it should be pourable but not too thin.
- Greasing the waffle iron thoroughly helps prevent sticking and promotes even browning.
- Cook time can vary depending on your waffle iron model and settings.
- Leftover waffles can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated in a toaster or oven for crispiness.
