Greek Yogurt Waffle Recipe: Fluffy and 10g Protein

This easy Greek yogurt waffle recipe makes three soft and fluffy waffles with lightly golden edges and a cozy hint of cinnamon. They are made with whole wheat flour, naturally sweetened with a little maple syrup, and have about 10 grams of protein per waffle.

Everything comes together in one bowl, there is no butter or oil in the batter, and the whole recipe makes just three waffles.

They are soft rather than super crispy, slightly hearty from the whole wheat flour, and just sweet enough to work with almost any topping. My favorite is Greek yogurt, fresh blackberries, and a little powdered sugar.

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Why You’ll Love These Greek Yogurt Waffles

• Soft and fluffy: Greek yogurt keeps the center tender while sparkling water lightens the batter.
• About 10 g protein per waffle: No protein powder needed.
• No butter or oil in the batter: The yogurt and egg provide plenty of moisture.
• Only lightly sweet: One tablespoon of maple syrup is enough for the whole batch.
• Small batch: Perfect when you are making breakfast for one or two people.

Ingredients You’ll Need

You will find the exact amounts in the recipe card below. Here are the few ingredients worth knowing about.

Greek yogurt: Use a thick, plain Greek yogurt. It keeps this waffle recipe with yogurt soft and adds protein without making the waffles taste noticeably tangy.

Whole wheat flour: This makes the waffles a little more hearty and gives them a subtle nutty flavor. I recommend weighing the flour with a kitchen scale if you can, since too much can make the batter dense. Cups work too, just make sure to measure the flour carefully and avoid packing it too tightly into the cup.

Sparkling water: Just a small amount helps loosen the thick yogurt batter and gives these waffles with Greek yogurt a lighter texture.

Maple syrup and cinnamon: Together they add just enough sweetness and warmth without turning breakfast into dessert.

The egg, milk, baking powder, and pinch of salt take care of the rest.

How to Make Greek Yogurt Waffles

Start by preheating your waffle maker. While it heats, use a whisk to combine the Greek yogurt, egg, sparkling water, milk, and maple syrup.

Add the whole wheat flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Stir just until you no longer see dry flour. The batter should look thick and spoonable rather than runny.

Let it sit for five minutes. Whole wheat flour absorbs quite a bit of liquid, and this short rest gives the batter a much nicer consistency.

Lightly grease the waffle maker if needed, then cook the waffles until golden and easy to release from the plates. Every waffle maker is a little different, so let the color and texture tell you when they are ready.

A Few Tips for the Best Yogurt Waffles

• Use thick yogurt. If yours is unusually thick, add a tiny splash of milk after the batter has rested.
• Do not overmix. Stop once the flour is incorporated.
• Make sure the waffle iron is hot. This helps the outside turn golden and makes the waffles easier to remove.
• Do not open it too soon. The center stays quite soft, so give the waffle enough time to set.
• Use a wire rack if needed. Stacking hot waffles traps steam and makes them softer.

Are These High Protein Waffles?

Each waffle contains approximately 10 g of protein, mainly from the Greek yogurt, egg, milk, and whole wheat flour. That makes them a nice higher protein breakfast without adding protein powder to the batter.

If you want even more, serve them with Greek yogurt or Skyr on top. It is much easier than changing the batter and risking dry waffles.

How I Like to Serve Them

Because these Greek yogurt waffles are only lightly sweet, you can really go in any direction with the toppings.

• Greek yogurt, blackberries, and a little powdered sugar
• Fresh strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries
• Banana with peanut or almond butter
• Warm berries or homemade fruit compote
• Apple slices with cinnamon
• Maple syrup and chopped walnuts

If I am making them for breakfast, yogurt and fruit are usually enough for me. For a slower weekend morning, maple syrup and warm berries are especially good.

Greek Yogurt Waffles

These easy Greek yogurt waffles are soft and fluffy inside, lightly golden outside, and made with whole wheat flour. Greek yogurt adds moisture and protein, while sparkling water helps create a lighter texture. The small batch recipe makes three waffles and requires no butter or oil in the batter.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook TimeCook Time 10 minutes mins

Resting Time 5 minutes mins

Servings: 3 waffles

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients

• ⅓ cup plus 1 tablespoon (100 g low fat Greek yogurt)
• 1 large egg
• ¾ cup plus 1 tablespoon (100 g whole wheat flour)
• 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons (25 ml sparkling water)
• 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons (25 ml milk)
• 1 tablespoon (20 g maple syrup)
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• 1 pinch of salt

Method

1. Preheat the waffle maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Lightly grease it if necessary.
2. Add the Greek yogurt, egg, sparkling water, milk, and maple syrup to a medium mixing bowl. Whisk until smooth and evenly combined.
3. Add the whole wheat flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
4. Stir gently until the ingredients are just combined. Do not overmix the batter.
5. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes. This gives the whole wheat flour time to absorb the liquid and helps create a more even texture.
6. Divide the batter between the preheated waffle plates. The exact amount needed will depend on the size of your waffle maker.
7. Cook until the waffles are golden, set in the center, and easy to remove from the waffle maker.
8. Serve warm with low fat Greek yogurt, fresh blackberries, a little powdered sugar, or your favorite toppings.

Equipment

• Waffle Maker

Notes

For the most reliable texture, use the gram measurements for the Greek yogurt and whole wheat flour. Measuring these ingredients by volume can vary depending on the brand and how tightly the flour is packed.

Do not skip the 5 minute resting time. Whole wheat flour absorbs more liquid than refined flour, and the short rest helps the batter thicken evenly.

Place the finished waffles on a wire rack instead of stacking them. This allows steam to escape and helps prevent the surface from becoming too soft.

The nutrition information does not include toppings or additional oil used to grease the waffle maker.

NUTRITION

Serving Size: 1 waffle

Calories: approximately 184 kcal

Carbohydrates: approximately 31 g

Protein: approximately 10 g

Fat: approximately 3.2 g

Easy Recipe Variations

This Greek yogurt waffle recipe is easy to adapt with what you already have at home.

Skyr: Use plain Skyr instead of Greek yogurt. Add a splash of milk if the batter feels too thick.

Regular yogurt: This is thinner, so start with less milk and adjust from there.

Plant based milk: Unsweetened oat, soy, or almond milk can replace regular milk.

Vanilla: Add a little vanilla extract if you want a sweeter aroma without adding more sugar.

Chocolate: A small handful of dark chocolate chips turns them into more of a sweet breakfast or snack.

Blueberries: Scatter a few directly over the batter in the waffle maker. Do not add too many since they release moisture as they cook.

Can I Use a Different Flour?

All purpose flour is the easiest alternative and should make the waffles a little lighter. Start with the same weight and check the consistency after the batter rests.

Oat flour may work too, although the waffles will probably be softer and more delicate. Almond flour is not a direct replacement, and I have not tested this recipe with it.

Storage and Reheating

Let leftover yogurt waffles cool completely, then keep them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

For the best texture, reheat them in the toaster, air fryer, toaster oven, or regular oven. The microwave works too, but the waffles will stay softer.

Can You Freeze Greek Yogurt Waffles?

Yes. These waffles made with yogurt freeze really well, so doubling the recipe is worth it if you want an easy breakfast ready for another day.

Cool them completely, freeze until firm, then transfer them to a freezer safe bag or container. They will keep for up to 3 months and can be reheated straight from frozen.

More Healthy Waffle Recipes

If homemade waffles are your kind of breakfast, try one of these next:

• High Protein Porridge
• Healthy Banana Waffles
• Whole Grain Waffle Recipe
• Two Ingredient Egg Waffles

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use regular yogurt instead of Greek yogurt?

Yes. Since regular yogurt is thinner, use a little less milk at first and adjust the batter if needed.

Can I use full fat Greek yogurt?

Yes. It should work well and may give the waffles a slightly richer texture.

Can I prepare the batter the night before?

I would make it fresh. The sparkling water loses carbonation as it sits, so an overnight batter may produce denser waffles.

Why are my Greek yogurt waffles dense?

The most common causes are too much flour, overmixing, or a waffle maker that was not fully heated.

How many calories are in one waffle?

One of the three waffles contains approximately 184 calories and 10 g of protein. Toppings and any oil used for the waffle maker are not included.

Final Thoughts

If you have an open tub of Greek yogurt in the fridge, these waffles are a very good reason to use it. They are soft, lightly sweet, and filling without needing butter, oil, or protein powder in the batter.

Add your favorite fruit and a spoonful of yogurt, eat them while they are still warm, and breakfast is done.