Gluten-Free cottage cheese waffles

Here’s a recipe for Gluten-Free Cottage Cheese Waffles that’s easy to make, light, and delicious!

1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour (make sure it contains xanthan gum if your blend doesn’t already have it)
1/2 cup cottage cheese (use full-fat or low-fat based on preference)
2 large eggs
1/4 cup milk (or a dairy-free milk substitute like almond or oat milk)
2 tablespoons melted butter or coconut oil
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for sweetness)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking powder
Pinch of salt

Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Mix the dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, and salt.
Blend the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the cottage cheese, eggs, milk, melted butter (or oil), honey (if using), and vanilla extract. Use a hand whisk or blender to mix until the cottage cheese is mostly smooth with a little texture remaining.
Combine wet and dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently to combine until smooth. The batter should be thick, but pourable. If it’s too thick, add a bit more milk to reach the desired consistency.
Cook the waffles: Lightly grease the waffle iron with cooking spray or a little butter. Pour the batter into the waffle iron, spreading it out evenly. Close the waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions, typically about 3-5 minutes, until golden and crispy.
Serve: Carefully remove the waffles and serve immediately with your choice of toppings.

You can make these waffles ahead of time and freeze them. Just reheat them in a toaster or oven.
For extra fluffiness, you can beat the egg whites separately and fold them into the batter.
Add-ins like chocolate chips, cinnamon, or shredded coconut can be added to the batter for extra flavor.

Enjoy your gluten-free cottage cheese waffles! They’re great for breakfast or brunch, or even a healthy snack