Cinnamon Roll Cottage Cheese Waffles

After lots of testing, I’m so excited to share my Cinnamon Roll Waffles recipe with you guys! These are SO good. They’re made with cottage cheese, so the texture is extra-fluffy, soft, and they’re higher in protein (15 grams each). And with a sweet cinnamon sugar swirl and a creamy glaze topping, they taste JUST like classic cinnamon rolls! Make a big batch of these waffles in just 25 minutes or prep them ahead of time for busy mornings. My kids love these, I love these, and they’re the perfect way to get more protein into daily breakfasts!

High-Protein Cinnamon Roll Waffles

My Cinnamon Roll Cottage Cheese Pancakes recipe has been so popular, I knew I had to turn it into waffles, too! Adding cottage cheese helped make the waffles super fluffy while adding lots of protein without the need for protein powder. And personally, I love that 4 waffles cook in just 3 minutes flat. It doesn’t get any better than that!

The batter gets layered with a sweet cinnamon swirl that bakes right into each waffle, giving them a true cinnamon roll flavor. Then the entire things gets topped off with my creamy cottage cheese “icing” that literally tastes like cream cheese goodness. Every bite is so good, you guys are going to love these Cinnamon Roll Cottage Cheese Waffles!

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• 15 Grams Protein – Cottage cheese gives these waffles an extra boost of protein – no complicated ingredients required! 
• Fluffy Texture – Crisp on the outside yet light and fluffy in the center, I’m obsessed! 
• Quick & Easy – With minimal prep time and a quick cooking time, these waffles are ready to eat in just 25 minutes. Plus, the kids love getting to help scoop the batter. 
• Meal-Prep Friendly – Possibly my favorite thing about these waffles is that they can be prepped and frozen ahead of time. All you have to do is warm them up in the microwave when you’re ready to enjoy them!

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Ingredients

Waffle Batter

• Cottage Cheese (opens in a new tab) – Full-fat or low-fat cottage cheese both work great. Blending it makes the batter extra smooth!
• Eggs – I haven’t tested this recipe with egg substitutes like flax eggs and can’t guarantee your results if you do. 
• Milk – Use any dairy or non-dairy milk you have on hand. Non-dairy options like almond or oat milk work well. Personally, whole milk is my favorite option for creating the best texture in waffles and pancakes!
• Coconut Oil (opens in a new tab) – Feel free to swap this out for canola oil or melted butter!
• Maple Syrup – Adjust to taste
• Vanilla Extract
• Flour – I use a combination of all-purpose flour and finely ground almond flour to keep the waffles fluffy while adding fiber and healthy fats. For gluten-free cinnamon roll waffles, substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free all-purpose flour. 
• Baking Powder – Make sure it’s fresh, or your waffles won’t rise (trust me, I’ve been there)! 

Cinnamon Batter

• Cinnamon 
• Milk
• Light Brown Sugar

“Cream Cheese” Drizzle

• Cottage Cheese
• Maple Syrup

(Optional) Brown Sugar Drizzle

• Cream Cheese Glaze
• Brown Sugar – Use either light or dark brown sugar. 
• Cinnamon

Best Waffle Maker

There are so many great options for waffle makers out there! Personally, I think the best waffle maker you can own is just a simple one, with a focus on ease of cleaning. I’ve been using this 3-in-1 Waffle Maker (opens in a new tab) for years, and it’s still my favorite!

How to Make Cinnamon Roll Waffles

All you need is a blender (opens in a new tab), a couple of mixing bowls, a waffle iron (opens in a new tab), and about 25 minutes. Here’s how to make Cottage Cheese Cinnamon Roll Waffles: 

1. Combine the batter – Blend the wet ingredients in a blender. Then, combine them with the dry ingredients in a large bowl. 
2. Create the cinnamon batter – Transfer part of the plain waffle batter to a bowl, and whisk in cinnamon, milk, and brown sugar. 
3. Cook – Scoop a spoonful of plain waffle batter into a heated waffle iron. Then, drizzle the cinnamon batter on top, and quickly swirl it around. Cover and cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Repeat, using all the batter. 
4. Create the topping – Blend all the cream cheese drizzle ingredients until smooth. If you want, transfer half of the drizzle to a bowl, and mix in the brown sugar drizzle ingredients. 
5. Serve – Spoon the drizzles over the cooked cinnamon roll waffles, and enjoy warm!  

Tips

• Blend the cottage cheese – Blending the cottage cheese until it’s super smooth ensures the batter is free from curds. 
• Don’t overmix – Stirring too much can make the waffles dense. I know that many recipes often say this, but it’s actually very true! Mix the batter JUST until the dry ingredients are incorporated.
• Swirl quickly – Swirl the cinnamon batter right away so it incorporates into the batter before it sets. 
• Preheat your waffle iron – A hot waffle iron helps create that signature crispy exterior.
• Grease between batches – Lightly grease or spray your waffle iron with oil after each batch to prevent sticking.
• Watch the cook time – Every waffle maker is different! Start checking for doneness after about 3 minutes. If the waffles cook too long, they will quickly burn because of the sugar in the cinnamon batter. 

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Variations 

• Nuts – Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts into the batter or on top of the waffles before serving.
• Whipped Cream – You can always skip the glazes and use whipped cream instead!
• Chocolate – Add mini chocolate chips to the cinnamon swirl or drizzle melted chocolate with the glaze.
• Frosting-Style Glaze – Mix cream cheese with powdered sugar and a splash of milk for a thicker, more traditional cinnamon roll frosting. Or use store-bought icing!
• Maple Syrup – Even with the glaze, I like to add a little drizzle of maple syrup to these waffles.

How to Store

Before storing these waffles, I like to let them cool on a cooling rack so that they don’t get soggy! This is important for the best storing texture when storing. Here’s how to store this recipe:

Refrigerator: Store cooled waffles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Freezer: Freeze waffles in a single layer (without the drizzle toppings), then transfer to a freezer-safe bag. They’ll keep for up to 2 months.

Reheating: Pop the waffles in the toaster or air fryer to bring back their crispy texture. Then, add fresh toppings before serving. 

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