Grab your blender and your waffle maker, because we’re batching 12 kids’ protein waffles for the week. My crew genuinely think it’s a treat brekkie. I like that they’re as quick as toast, only better for ’em.
These live in the freezer, stacked up in a container. Weekday mornings? Pop one straight from the freezer into the toaster for 60 seconds, and you’ve got a proper protein brekkie in the time you’d usually be cooking toast. A high-protein, ready-to-go brekkie.
Why you’ll love these protein waffles
8g of protein per waffle — oats, eggs, milk AND protein powder all pulling their weight
Makes 12 — brekkie for the whole family, or a whole week’s worth for one
Freezer-friendly — stack them up, toast one whenever you need it
60-second reheat — straight from freezer to toaster, no thawing
Kids think they’re a treat — you know it’s brekkie fuel that keeps them full past 10am
~140 calories each — proper brekkie or after-school snack
Can I swap things out?
No protein powder – Sub with skim milk powder, whey, or ground nuts and seeds. Slightly lower protein, still lovely.
Gluten-free – GF oats with a GF flour blend in place of plain flour.
Dairy-free – Almond or oat milk in place of dairy. Choose a DF protein powder.
Egg-free– Chia eggs will work well in this.
Sweetener swap – Honey instead of maple. Or skip both and rely on the protein powder if yours is sweetened.
Chocolate version – Add 2 Tbsp cacao and use a chocolate protein powder. Kid-hero move.
What should I serve with protein waffles?
These waffles are the vehicle. Dress them up different ways depending on the day:
A big dollop of Greek yoghurt and fresh berries (my default)
Maple syrup and a scatter of walnuts
Peanut butter and sliced banana for a post-workout stack
Whipped cream and berries for weekend “treat brekkie” energy
Nutella and strawberries when the kids need a big win
Poached eggs and avocado for a savoury waffle brekkie
Two waffles, a smoothie on the side, and you’re set until lunch.
Ways to power these waffles up
Add any of these into the batter before cooking to squeeze more nutrition in:
2 Tbsp chia or flax seeds for extra fibre and omega-3s
A handful of frozen blueberries — they burst in the waffle iron, dreamy
1 grated apple for natural sweetness and hidden fruit
2 Tbsp cacao nibs for a crunchy chocolate hit
1 peeled, grated zucchini (squeezed dry). In waffles. And no, the kids can’t tell.
Frequently asked questions
Which waffle maker do you use?
I like using this one, its great for quickly cooking a few waffles and its super fun.
I love this one, its bigger but you dont have to worry about the mess.
How do I reheat them from frozen?
Straight from the freezer into the toaster on medium. About 60 seconds and they’re hot, crispy on the edges, ready to eat. No thawing needed.
What if I don’t have a waffle maker?
Same batter cooks as pancakes in a frypan. Not as fun-shaped, but every bit as tasty.
Can toddlers have these?
Absolutely. Cut them into strips for little hands. Great for baby-led weaning too.
Storage & meal prep tips
Fridge for 4 days, freezer for 3 months. Stack them in a container with baking paper between waffles so they don’t fuse together. Straight from freezer to toaster… no thawing needed.
Let me show you how to make some…
Pour a ladle of batter into your waffle maker. Not too much… it’ll spread as it cooks.
Close the lid and cook per your machine. Pull it out when it’s proper golden and crisp on the edges.
Pop them on a wire rack to cool, not a plate. This is what keeps the bottoms crisp and stops them going soggy.
My sons fav way to eat it is with peanut butter, honey, strawberries and cinnamon.
3 Tbsp maple syrup (only if your protein powder has no sugar)
2 tspn baking powder
4 eggs
1 1/2cupsmilk
1 tspn vanilla
Instructions
1. Chuck everything into your blender and blitz for 1 minute, until your oats are completely blended and you’ve got a smooth batter. (Thermomix, speed 8, 1 min)
2. Have a peek at your batter. You want it thick and creamy, but still pourable. If it’s looking a little too chunky, splash in some extra milk and give it another quick blitz. (Thermomix, speed 5, 5 sec)
3. Heat your waffle maker and cook your waffles until golden and crispy. This makes 12 waffles — perfect for popping a stash in the freezer.
4. Let them cool completely before storing in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer. If you’re worried about them freezing together, pop a little baking paper between each one so they don’t become one giant waffle brick.
5. When you’re ready to eat, pop one straight into the toaster for about 1 minute. No defrosting required — because mornings are chaotic enough.
Notes
No waffle maker? Same batter cooks as pancakes in a frypan.
Protein powder tip: If yours is sweetened, skip the maple syrup.
Chocolate version: Add 2 Tbsp cacao and use chocolate protein powder.
Other reheat options: Toaster oven (2-3 min at 180°C), airfryer (3 min at 180°C), microwave 30 sec (loses the crisp).
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