High Protein Savory Corn Waffles
Elevate your breakfast or brunch game with these High Protein Savory Corn Waffles, a delicious and filling twist on a classic favorite! Made with a blend of cornmeal, protein powder, and fresh ingredients like sweet corn kernels, sharp cheddar cheese, and green onions, these waffles strike the perfect balance between hearty flavor and nutritious content. The addition of unflavored or savory protein powder ensures each bite delivers a satisfying boost, making this recipe ideal for active lifestyles or anyone looking to power up their mornings. Quick and easy to prepare, these crisp, golden waffles can be served warm with a dollop of sour cream, extra cheese, or fresh herbs for a truly indulgent experience. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a savory snack, these waffles are sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup protein powder (unflavored or savory)
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1.5 cups buttermilk
- 2 eggs
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen, thawed)
- 0.5 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
- cooking spray or additional melted butter
Instructions
Preheat your waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions.
In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, all-purpose flour, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a separate medium bowl, mix together the buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter until well combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the corn kernels, cheddar cheese, and chopped green onions until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Lightly grease the waffle iron with cooking spray or a brush with additional melted butter.
Scoop about 1/2 cup of batter onto the center of the preheated waffle iron, spreading it slightly. Adjust the batter amount based on the size of your waffle iron.
Close the waffle iron and cook for about 4-6 minutes, or until the waffles are golden brown and crisp. Adjust timing depending on your waffle iron's settings.
Carefully remove the cooked waffles and repeat with the remaining batter.
Serve the high protein savory corn waffles warm, optionally garnished with a dollop of sour cream, additional cheese, or a sprinkle of sliced green onions.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2862 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.1 g | 132% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.0 g | 280% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 601 mg | 200% | |
| Sodium | 4295 mg | 187% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 324.3 g | 118% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.6 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.5 g | ||
| Protein | 172.1 g | 344% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.1 mcg | 36% | |
| Calcium | 1322 mg | 102% | |
| Iron | 18.5 mg | 103% | |
| Potassium | 2290 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
