Savory Cottage Cheese & Everything Waffles with Smoked Salmon Protein Stack

Pinterest's obsession with savory breakfasts meets viral cottage cheese hacks in these crunchy waffles with unexpected protein power. The everything bagel seasoning creates crave-worthy texture, while smoked salmon adds luxury without fuss. Perfect for meal prep or impressing weekend guests.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 35 minutes

Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups low-fat cottage cheese
• 3 large eggs
• 3/4 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup tapioca flour
• 2 tbsp everything bagel seasoning
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 4 oz smoked salmon
• 1/4 cup Greek yogurt cream cheese
• 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• Microgreens for garnish

Instructions

1. Blend cottage cheese and eggs until smooth in food processor.
2. Whisk almond flour, tapioca flour, 1 tbsp everything seasoning, baking powder and garlic powder.
3. Combine wet and dry ingredients without overmixing.
4. Preheat waffle iron to medium-high and lightly grease.
5. Pour 1/3 cup batter per waffle quarter, cooking 4-5 minutes until deeply golden.
6. Mix cream cheese with dill, lemon zest, and 1 tbsp water for drizzly consistency.
7. Stack waffles with smoked salmon layers between.
8. Drizzle with herbed cream cheese and remaining everything seasoning.
9. Top with microgreens and extra lemon zest.
10. Serve immediately with extra salmon on side.

Chef's Note

For ultra-crispy waffles, let batter rest 5 minutes before cooking and don't open iron early!

Make-Ahead Tips

Store cooled waffles in freezer for 2 months. Reheat in toaster. Prepare cream cheese sauce fresh.

Substitutions

Flax eggs for vegan option • Gluten-free flour 1:1 • Turkey bacon instead of salmon