Red Lentil Protein Waffles
Justin Sullivan

Photo by Justin Sullivan
- Serves
- 5 Large Protein Waffles
- Prep Time
- 5 Hours
- Cook Time
- 25 Minutes
These waffles are for those who want a sweet start to the morning but also know how important it is to begin the day with a bit of protein.
A lot of protein waffle recipes require using things additives and things like protein powder. These are made using only natural, protein-rich ingredients like red lentils and cottage cheese.
They freeze incredibly well and can be heated up in the toaster oven post-workout. And! If you don't have a waffle maker, you can use the batter to make pancakes.
Ingredients
- 2 cup red lentils
- 2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/3 cup maple syrup, plus more for serving
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Cooking spray, for cooking
- Melted peanut butter, for serving (optional)
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Red Lentil Protein Waffles
Directions
- Step 1
Add lentils to a large bowl and cover with cold water by 2 inches. Let soak at least 4 hours and up to overnight.
- Step 2
Preheat oven to 250 F. Strain lentils then add to a blender, along with the rest of the ingredients, and process until you have a thick batter.
- Step 3
Preheat your waffle maker. When ready, grease with cooking spray then pour in waffle batter. Cook until the waffle is fully set, golden brown and the edges are slightly crispy.
- Step 4
Transfer finished waffles to a sheet tray fit with a cooling rack and keep warm in the oven until ready to serve. Repeat with the remaining batter.
- Step 5
Serve with maple syrup and a drizzle of melted peanut butter.