Holiday travel, parties, and gatherings can make it difficult to stay on track with your health goals. Luckily, prioritizing protein is the ultimate holiday hack for staying full longer, helping you control your appetite and avoid overindulging in sweets. The best part? It’s incredibly easy to increase your protein intake without giving up your favorite holiday treats. Think protein waffles.
Below are three holiday-inspired protein waffle recipes that are both healthy and delicious.
Why make protein a priority during the holidays?
Protein is essential for several important functions, including muscle repair, immune support, and maintaining stable energy levels. This is especially important during the hustle and bustle of the holiday season.
Including protein sources in every meal will help you maintain a balanced diet, even when there are festivals coming up that make it almost impossible to avoid unhealthy foods.
One of the easiest ways to increase your protein intake is to boost your favorite recipes with protein powder. Protein powders like HUM’s Core Strength are popular choices because they’re easy to digest, don’t give you that post-protein bloat, and are vanilla-flavored and versatile.
For example, vanilla protein powder can easily be added to popular holiday treats like cookies and morning waffles for an extra boost of protein while enjoying your seasonal favorites.
3 protein waffle recipes to try this holiday season
Ready to add some protein to your holiday breakfast? We’ve put together three delicious and festive protein waffle recipes that are easy to plan without giving up on flavor or holiday spirit.
apple cinnamon protein waffles
What you need:
HUM’s Core Strength Vanilla Protein Powder 1 scoop 1/2 cup rolled oats (mixed with flour) 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce 1/2 cup milk of your choice ( (Unsweetened if using unsweetened applesauce) Plant-based milk) 1 large egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Preparation method:
Preheat your waffle iron. Combine protein powder, oat flour, flaxseed, baking powder, and cinnamon in a bowl. In a separate bowl, combine applesauce, milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix wet and dry ingredients until well combined. Bake in a waffle iron until crispy. Serve with sliced apples, cinnamon, and maple syrup.
peppermint mocha protein waffles
What you need:
HUM’s Core Strength Vanilla Protein Powder 1 scoop 1/2 cup whole wheat flour 1 tablespoon chia seeds 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 tablespoon cocoa powder 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules 1/2 cup milk of your choice (unsweetened if using plant-based milk) ) 1 large egg 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
Preparation method:
Preheat your waffle iron. Mix protein powder, flour, chia seeds, baking powder, cocoa powder, and instant coffee. In a separate bowl, combine milk, eggs, peppermint extract, and maple syrup. Mix wet and dry ingredients until smooth. Pour the batter into the waffle iron and bake until crispy. Top with Greek yogurt, crushed peppermint candies, and chocolate chips.
gingerbread protein waffles
What you need:
HUM’s Core Strength Vanilla Protein Powder 1 scoop 1/2 cup oat flour 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg Pinch of salt 1/2 cup milk of your choice (unsweetened) 2 cups (if using plant-based milk) 1 egg (or flaxseed egg) (or flaxseed eggs) 1 tablespoon molasses 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Preparation method:
Preheat your waffle iron. In a bowl, combine protein powder, oat flour, flaxseed, baking powder, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. In a separate bowl, combine milk, eggs, molasses, and vanilla extract. Mix wet and dry ingredients until smooth. Pour the batter into the waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Serve with a little Greek yogurt, a sprinkle of granola, and a drizzle of maple syrup.
Want to try more protein waffle recipes? You can find additional protein waffle and pancake recipes here to help you get a boost of energy in the morning without sacrificing flavor.
