High Protein Sourdough Discard Waffles

Sourdough protein waffles are one of those perfect “use your discard” breakfasts—crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and great for busy mornings. If you keep a sourdough starter, this recipe is a delicious way to turn extra discard into a satisfying breakfast your whole family will enjoy.

The goal of this recipe is to boost the protein while keeping that classic waffle texture everyone loves. Whether you're trying to start your day with something more filling or just want another creative way to use sourdough discard, these waffles are a recipe worth keeping in your back pocket.

Delicious Mix-Ins

These make the waffles extra fun:

  • blueberries

  • mini chocolate chips

  • mashed banana

  • cinnamon apples

  • peanut butter swirl

Topping Ideas

  • Greek yogurt + berries

  • maple syrup + butter

  • almond butter + banana

  • honey + crushed pecans

Troubleshooting

Waffles too thick
Add 1–2 tbsp milk.

Rubbery texture
Too much protein powder — keep it around ¼ cup max.

Flat waffles
Your baking powder may be old, or batter sat too long.

Too tangy
Add a little extra maple syrup or vanilla.

 

Quick Protein Boost Options

You can increase protein by adding:

  • 2 tbsp hemp seeds

  • 2 tbsp collagen peptides

  • ¼ cup cottage cheese blended into batter. 

Sourdough Protein Waffles

Courtney Moody

Servings

10

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

Calories

196

Cuisine

American

Category

Courtney Moody

Sourdough protein waffles are one of those perfect “use your discard” breakfasts—crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and great for busy mornings. If you keep a sourdough starter, this recipe is a delicious way to turn extra discard into a satisfying breakfast your whole family will enjoy.

Sourdough Protein Waffles

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1 tsp baking powder

  • 1/2 tsp baking soda

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 1/4 cup sugar

  • ½ cup greek yogurt

  • 3/4 cup sourdough discard

  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder

  • 1 cup milk

  • 4 tbsp melted butter

  • 2 eggs

Directions

  1. In a bowl whisk together sourdough discard, eggs, Greek yogurt, milk, sugar, and melted butter.

  2. Add flour, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

  3. Mix until just combined. The batter should be thick but pourable.

  4. Let the batter rest 5–10 minutes so the protein powder hydrates.

  5. Lightly grease your waffle maker and pour ¼ of the batter into the designated space.

  6. Cook for 3 - 5 minutes (or according to your waffle maker)

  7. Serve warm, topped with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or yogurt.
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Hi, I’m Courtney! 👋 Wild for Jesus, my husband and our 3 babies. We homeschool, hike and have learned to grow food in a tiny backyard. My goal is to help you find joy and be productive wherever you are and make sourdough a little less scary.