Cinnamon Vanilla Protein Waffles
Fluffy, golden waffles with a warm vanilla cinnamon hum and quiet protein boost. The breakfast that pulls you out of bed.
Prep: 10 min · Cook: 15 min · Total: 25 min · Serves: 4 waffles · Difficulty: Easy
Ingredients
- 1 cup flour
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 cup milk (oat or dairy)
- 2 eggs
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla
Method
- Whisk dry ingredients in one bowl, wet in another.
- Combine just until streaky — don’t overmix.
- Cook in a preheated Belgian waffle maker until golden and crisp.
- Serve warm with banana, syrup, or a dusting of cinnamon.
Allergen-aware substitutions
- Dairy-free: use oat milk and plant-based protein.
- Gluten-free: swap with a 1:1 GF flour blend.
- Egg-free: try a flax egg.
Storage, reheating & freezer
Storage: Refrigerate up to 4 days.
Reheating: Re-crisp in a toaster — way better than microwaving.
Freezer: Freeze with parchment between waffles up to 2 months.
Frequently asked
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes — prep the ingredients up to 24 hours in advance and store in airtight containers. Cook just before serving for the cozyest texture.
What if I don’t have one of the ingredients?
See the substitutions section above. Most pantry swaps work beautifully here — this recipe was designed to be forgiving.
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Photo note: Stacked waffles, syrup drizzle, banana, warm morning light.