Waffles

Anyone else love waffles? Anyone have some lower calorie (like 130-160 for two waffles) frozen varieties they are into? I have to buy frozen and heat them at work because hubby is gluten free and we don't do gluten in the house. I've been eating the Eggo whole grain low fat waffles, mainly because that's what is in my main grocery store. I'd love to try some different ones, though, that meet that calorie profile.

They are especially good with pumpkin butter/butter blend on them. YUMM. Waffles.
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  • quiksylver296
    quiksylver296 Posts: 28,439 Member
    edited October 2017
    Kashi hits those cals.

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  • fitoverfortymom
    fitoverfortymom Posts: 3,452 Member
    Kashi hits those cals.

    I need to find them in the store! I don't know why my Kroger-chain doesn't have them. :/ Gonna have to hit up Whole Foods I think.
  • quiksylver296
    quiksylver296 Posts: 28,439 Member
    Kashi hits those cals.

    I need to find them in the store! I don't know why my Kroger-chain doesn't have them. :/ Gonna have to hit up Whole Foods I think.

    I find them at Fred Meyer.
  • vnb_208
    vnb_208 Posts: 1,359 Member
    Kodiak Powercake waffles are 260 w/ 6-12g of protein

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  • fitoverfortymom
    fitoverfortymom Posts: 3,452 Member
    vnb_208 wrote: »
    Kodiak Powercake waffles are 260 w/ 6-12g of protein

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    Too many calories for what I'm looking for. But they look delicious!
  • vnb_208
    vnb_208 Posts: 1,359 Member
    260? really my protein shake for breakfast is more than that lol. I try to do breakfast under 350 but I need something to hold me over till lunch. Aldis fit & active waffles are 140 but I'm hungry after I eat them
  • fitoverfortymom
    fitoverfortymom Posts: 3,452 Member
    vnb_208 wrote: »
    260? really my protein shake for breakfast is more than that lol. I try to do breakfast under 350 but I need something to hold me over till lunch. Aldis fit & active waffles are 140 but I'm hungry after I eat them

    The waffles go with another 200 calories or so of other food like cottage cheese or boiled eggs. I'm really looking for a solid set of carbs in my waffles, moreso than protein. I need the carbs to do running of many miles.
  • vnb_208
    vnb_208 Posts: 1,359 Member
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  • Sp1tfire
    Sp1tfire Posts: 1,120 Member
    Kashi blueberry ones
  • Cbean08
    Cbean08 Posts: 1,092 Member
    There are a few gluten free waffle mixes on the market that you could order. Then you can make a batch at home and freeze what you don't use. Or, there are recipes too so you could make your own. If you don't have a waffle maker, get a cheap one at target. The cost of making your own waffles will be lower than buying them.
  • fitoverfortymom
    fitoverfortymom Posts: 3,452 Member
    Cbean08 wrote: »
    There are a few gluten free waffle mixes on the market that you could order. Then you can make a batch at home and freeze what you don't use. Or, there are recipes too so you could make your own. If you don't have a waffle maker, get a cheap one at target. The cost of making your own waffles will be lower than buying them.

    When I have a few minutes to dick around on the internet, I might look up some GF waffle recipes/mixes that meet the calories I want. Batch cooking them and freezing them is way more cost effective. I do have a decent waffle maker. Mentally I need to know that I am either getting one huge waffle or two regular waffles, otherwise, well, it's just not worth it. $4 for a box of frozen waffles that lasts 5 days makes me sad.
  • fitoverfortymom
    fitoverfortymom Posts: 3,452 Member
    crazyravr wrote: »
    Super easy to make. My own low calorie / carb waffles.

    r1j6u9cdu0ol.jpg

    Get:
    2 tbsp Coconut Flour
    2 tbsp Almond or Cashew Milk
    0.50 tsp Baking Powder
    1 tsp Stevia or any Sweetener
    3 Egg Whites

    Make:
    Whip the egg whites until nice and firm.
    Mix all the other ingredients and add to the egg whites.
    Gently fold everything until mixed through.
    Spray your waffle maker and add the mix.
    Cook as you would any other waffle.

    Note:
    #1. In my waffle maker, this makes more than one. If I dump the mix into it it will grow and spill and make a mess. I now make two smaller sized waffles (as like the one in the picture).
    #2. I buy egg whites in a carton and utilize the entire box at once by adjusting the base recipe. I bake them all and freeze by placing a wax paper sheet in between. They freeze and re-heat beautifully and dont loose the texture at all.


    Nutrition Facts
    Servings 1.0
    Amount Per Serving
    calories 115
    % Daily Value *
    Total Fat 4 g 6 %
    Saturated Fat 2 g 10 %
    Monounsaturated Fat 0 g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
    Trans Fat 0 g
    Cholesterol 0 mg 0 %
    Sodium 247 mg 10 %
    Potassium 166 mg 5 %
    Total Carbohydrate 9 g 3 %
    Dietary Fiber 5 g 21 %
    Sugars 2 g
    Protein 13 g 26 %
    Vitamin A 1 %
    Vitamin C 0 %
    Calcium 7 %
    Iron 10 %

    This is brilliant. Totally doing this. I stalk you in the "show me your food thread" and the volume eating one, too, so this is 100% legit. Not creepy or anything.

    Is the calorie count for the whole mix? Like, seriously I could get two medium-ish waffles for 115 calories? There's a big-*kitten* bag of coconut flour at Costco and I could have waffles for life with this recipe.
  • Tacklewasher
    Tacklewasher Posts: 7,122 Member
    crazyravr wrote: »
    crazyravr wrote: »
    Super easy to make. My own low calorie / carb waffles.

    r1j6u9cdu0ol.jpg

    Get:
    2 tbsp Coconut Flour
    2 tbsp Almond or Cashew Milk
    0.50 tsp Baking Powder
    1 tsp Stevia or any Sweetener
    3 Egg Whites

    Make:
    Whip the egg whites until nice and firm.
    Mix all the other ingredients and add to the egg whites.
    Gently fold everything until mixed through.
    Spray your waffle maker and add the mix.
    Cook as you would any other waffle.

    Note:
    #1. In my waffle maker, this makes more than one. If I dump the mix into it it will grow and spill and make a mess. I now make two smaller sized waffles (as like the one in the picture).
    #2. I buy egg whites in a carton and utilize the entire box at once by adjusting the base recipe. I bake them all and freeze by placing a wax paper sheet in between. They freeze and re-heat beautifully and dont loose the texture at all.


    Nutrition Facts
    Servings 1.0
    Amount Per Serving
    calories 115
    % Daily Value *
    Total Fat 4 g 6 %
    Saturated Fat 2 g 10 %
    Monounsaturated Fat 0 g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
    Trans Fat 0 g
    Cholesterol 0 mg 0 %
    Sodium 247 mg 10 %
    Potassium 166 mg 5 %
    Total Carbohydrate 9 g 3 %
    Dietary Fiber 5 g 21 %
    Sugars 2 g
    Protein 13 g 26 %
    Vitamin A 1 %
    Vitamin C 0 %
    Calcium 7 %
    Iron 10 %

    This is brilliant. Totally doing this. I stalk you in the "show me your food thread" and the volume eating one, too, so this is 100% legit. Not creepy or anything.

    Is the calorie count for the whole mix? Like, seriously I could get two medium-ish waffles for 115 calories? There's a big-*kitten* bag of coconut flour at Costco and I could have waffles for life with this recipe.

    Yeap. And trust me, if you top it with stuff, one will be enough for a nice after dinner snack.

    Just curious, but this looks gluten & lactose free as well. Is it? Might show it to my wife if it is.
  • fitoverfortymom
    fitoverfortymom Posts: 3,452 Member
    crazyravr wrote: »

    Yeap. And trust me, if you top it with stuff, one will be enough for a nice after dinner snack.

    That calorie profile pretty much guarantees I'm covering it with peanut butter.
  • Tacklewasher
    Tacklewasher Posts: 7,122 Member

    Just curious, but this looks gluten & lactose free as well. Is it? Might show it to my wife if it is.

    You can be like, "Hey baby...let me show you my waffle mix." That's hot.

    Oh, won't be my waffle mix. That's for sure. I like my milk and gluten too much. But might try the Protein one @crazyravr mentioned in another thread.

  • fitoverfortymom
    fitoverfortymom Posts: 3,452 Member

    Just curious, but this looks gluten & lactose free as well. Is it? Might show it to my wife if it is.

    You can be like, "Hey baby...let me show you my waffle mix." That's hot.

    Oh, won't be my waffle mix. That's for sure. I like my milk and gluten too much. But might try the Protein one @crazyravr mentioned in another thread.

    I also love the gluten and the milk--just can't cook with gluten at home without having double sets of everything because I have super sensitive Celiacs in the house.
  • Tacklewasher
    Tacklewasher Posts: 7,122 Member

    Just curious, but this looks gluten & lactose free as well. Is it? Might show it to my wife if it is.

    You can be like, "Hey baby...let me show you my waffle mix." That's hot.

    Oh, won't be my waffle mix. That's for sure. I like my milk and gluten too much. But might try the Protein one @crazyravr mentioned in another thread.

    I also love the gluten and the milk--just can't cook with gluten at home without having double sets of everything because I have super sensitive Celiacs in the house.

    My wife is intolerant. So she makes her waffles first. Then I make mine. Same goes for anything with potatoes.
  • ISweat4This
    ISweat4This Posts: 653 Member
    I like the Aldi Fit & Active (140 calories) and Trader Joe's frozen pumpkin waffles (180 calories).
  • omnpotnt
    omnpotnt Posts: 20 Member
    Trader Joe's makes a great Gluten Free Frozen Toaster Waffle....I live on those....Sometimes I add a little peanut butter or honey if it's before a workout....great pre workout meal for me :)
  • fitoverfortymom
    fitoverfortymom Posts: 3,452 Member
    crazyravr wrote: »
    crazyravr wrote: »
    Super easy to make. My own low calorie / carb waffles.

    r1j6u9cdu0ol.jpg

    Get:
    2 tbsp Coconut Flour
    2 tbsp Almond or Cashew Milk
    0.50 tsp Baking Powder
    1 tsp Stevia or any Sweetener
    3 Egg Whites

    Make:
    Whip the egg whites until nice and firm.
    Mix all the other ingredients and add to the egg whites.
    Gently fold everything until mixed through.
    Spray your waffle maker and add the mix.
    Cook as you would any other waffle.

    Note:
    #1. In my waffle maker, this makes more than one. If I dump the mix into it it will grow and spill and make a mess. I now make two smaller sized waffles (as like the one in the picture).
    #2. I buy egg whites in a carton and utilize the entire box at once by adjusting the base recipe. I bake them all and freeze by placing a wax paper sheet in between. They freeze and re-heat beautifully and dont loose the texture at all.


    Nutrition Facts
    Servings 1.0
    Amount Per Serving
    calories 115
    % Daily Value *
    Total Fat 4 g 6 %
    Saturated Fat 2 g 10 %
    Monounsaturated Fat 0 g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
    Trans Fat 0 g
    Cholesterol 0 mg 0 %
    Sodium 247 mg 10 %
    Potassium 166 mg 5 %
    Total Carbohydrate 9 g 3 %
    Dietary Fiber 5 g 21 %
    Sugars 2 g
    Protein 13 g 26 %
    Vitamin A 1 %
    Vitamin C 0 %
    Calcium 7 %
    Iron 10 %

    This is brilliant. Totally doing this. I stalk you in the "show me your food thread" and the volume eating one, too, so this is 100% legit. Not creepy or anything.

    Is the calorie count for the whole mix? Like, seriously I could get two medium-ish waffles for 115 calories? There's a big-*kitten* bag of coconut flour at Costco and I could have waffles for life with this recipe.

    Yeap. And trust me, if you top it with stuff, one will be enough for a nice after dinner snack.

    I made some this morning. They are in the freezer because I want to toast it nice and crispy for breakfast in a few hours. I used real eggs (because that's what I had on hand) and agave (because that's what I had on hand). They look gorgeous and smell delicious and getting two of those big bad boys for fewer calories and cost than the store-bought gives me a happy. Came out to 131 calories per 2 waffles with my adjustments.

    These are definitely going in the meal prep rotation. Thank you!
  • corinasue1143
    corinasue1143 Posts: 7,464 Member
    crazyravr wrote: »
    Super easy to make. My own low calorie / carb waffles.

    r1j6u9cdu0ol.jpg

    Get:
    2 tbsp Coconut Flour
    2 tbsp Almond or Cashew Milk
    0.50 tsp Baking Powder
    1 tsp Stevia or any Sweetener
    3 Egg Whites

    Make:
    Whip the egg whites until nice and firm.
    Mix all the other ingredients and add to the egg whites.
    Gently fold everything until mixed through.
    Spray your waffle maker and add the mix.
    Cook as you would any other waffle.

    Note:
    #1. In my waffle maker, this makes more than one. If I dump the mix into it it will grow and spill and make a mess. I now make two smaller sized waffles (as like the one in the picture).
    #2. I buy egg whites in a carton and utilize the entire box at once by adjusting the base recipe. I bake them all and freeze by placing a wax paper sheet in between. They freeze and re-heat beautifully and dont loose the texture at all.


    Nutrition Facts
    Servings 1.0
    Amount Per Serving
    calories 115
    % Daily Value *
    Total Fat 4 g 6 %
    Saturated Fat 2 g 10 %
    Monounsaturated Fat 0 g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
    Trans Fat 0 g
    Cholesterol 0 mg 0 %
    Sodium 247 mg 10 %
    Potassium 166 mg 5 %
    Total Carbohydrate 9 g 3 %
    Dietary Fiber 5 g 21 %
    Sugars 2 g
    Protein 13 g 26 %
    Vitamin A 1 %
    Vitamin C 0 %
    Calcium 7 %
    Iron 10 %

    Just made this for the first time. Won't be the last. Made pancakes and ate them all. Next time I will try with almond flour. I know it will change the texture, so just thinking it through.
  • debgear1
    debgear1 Posts: 12 Member
    Kashi hits those cals.

    I need to find them in the store! I don't know why my Kroger-chain doesn't have them. :/ Gonna have to hit up Whole Foods I think.

    They are in the Natural food section at Kroger, not with the regular waffles. Natural section is usually located near produce.
  • Jelaan
    Jelaan Posts: 815 Member
    crazyravr wrote: »
    Super easy to make. My own low calorie / carb waffles.

    r1j6u9cdu0ol.jpg

    Get:
    2 tbsp Coconut Flour
    2 tbsp Almond or Cashew Milk
    0.50 tsp Baking Powder
    1 tsp Stevia or any Sweetener
    3 Egg Whites

    Make:
    Whip the egg whites until nice and firm.
    Mix all the other ingredients and add to the egg whites.
    Gently fold everything until mixed through.
    Spray your waffle maker and add the mix.
    Cook as you would any other waffle.

    Note:
    #1. In my waffle maker, this makes more than one. If I dump the mix into it it will grow and spill and make a mess. I now make two smaller sized waffles (as like the one in the picture).
    #2. I buy egg whites in a carton and utilize the entire box at once by adjusting the base recipe. I bake them all and freeze by placing a wax paper sheet in between. They freeze and re-heat beautifully and dont loose the texture at all.


    Nutrition Facts
    Servings 1.0
    Amount Per Serving
    calories 115
    % Daily Value *
    Total Fat 4 g 6 %
    Saturated Fat 2 g 10 %
    Monounsaturated Fat 0 g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
    Trans Fat 0 g
    Cholesterol 0 mg 0 %
    Sodium 247 mg 10 %
    Potassium 166 mg 5 %
    Total Carbohydrate 9 g 3 %
    Dietary Fiber 5 g 21 %
    Sugars 2 g
    Protein 13 g 26 %
    Vitamin A 1 %
    Vitamin C 0 %
    Calcium 7 %
    Iron 10 %

    Made these as one big fluffy pancake this morning. Delicious! Thanks for the recipe.
  • fishgutzy
    fishgutzy Posts: 2,807 Member
    When I make waffles I use corn flour mostly. Naturally gluten free without all the crap they put in "gluten free" frozen waffles.
    If family is visiting I'll use a more traditional recipe.
    My most decadent waffles are my Chocolate Chip Chocolate Cake Waffles.
  • LivingtheLeanDream
    LivingtheLeanDream Posts: 13,342 Member
    I make my own as it's basically pancake mix. It's the toppings that usually makes it calorific imo... but they're nice as a treat :smile:
  • OhMsDiva
    OhMsDiva Posts: 1,073 Member
    crazyravr wrote: »
    Super easy to make. My own low calorie / carb waffles.

    r1j6u9cdu0ol.jpg

    Get:
    2 tbsp Coconut Flour
    2 tbsp Almond or Cashew Milk
    0.50 tsp Baking Powder
    1 tsp Stevia or any Sweetener
    3 Egg Whites

    Make:
    Whip the egg whites until nice and firm.
    Mix all the other ingredients and add to the egg whites.
    Gently fold everything until mixed through.
    Spray your waffle maker and add the mix.
    Cook as you would any other waffle.

    Note:
    #1. In my waffle maker, this makes more than one. If I dump the mix into it it will grow and spill and make a mess. I now make two smaller sized waffles (as like the one in the picture).
    #2. I buy egg whites in a carton and utilize the entire box at once by adjusting the base recipe. I bake them all and freeze by placing a wax paper sheet in between. They freeze and re-heat beautifully and dont loose the texture at all.


    Nutrition Facts
    Servings 1.0
    Amount Per Serving
    calories 115
    % Daily Value *
    Total Fat 4 g 6 %
    Saturated Fat 2 g 10 %
    Monounsaturated Fat 0 g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
    Trans Fat 0 g
    Cholesterol 0 mg 0 %
    Sodium 247 mg 10 %
    Potassium 166 mg 5 %
    Total Carbohydrate 9 g 3 %
    Dietary Fiber 5 g 21 %
    Sugars 2 g
    Protein 13 g 26 %
    Vitamin A 1 %
    Vitamin C 0 %
    Calcium 7 %
    Iron 10 %

    I am def going to try these this weekend.
  • OhMsDiva
    OhMsDiva Posts: 1,073 Member
    OhMsDiva wrote: »
    crazyravr wrote: »
    Super easy to make. My own low calorie / carb waffles.

    r1j6u9cdu0ol.jpg

    Get:
    2 tbsp Coconut Flour
    2 tbsp Almond or Cashew Milk
    0.50 tsp Baking Powder
    1 tsp Stevia or any Sweetener
    3 Egg Whites

    Make:
    Whip the egg whites until nice and firm.
    Mix all the other ingredients and add to the egg whites.
    Gently fold everything until mixed through.
    Spray your waffle maker and add the mix.
    Cook as you would any other waffle.

    Note:
    #1. In my waffle maker, this makes more than one. If I dump the mix into it it will grow and spill and make a mess. I now make two smaller sized waffles (as like the one in the picture).
    #2. I buy egg whites in a carton and utilize the entire box at once by adjusting the base recipe. I bake them all and freeze by placing a wax paper sheet in between. They freeze and re-heat beautifully and dont loose the texture at all.


    Nutrition Facts
    Servings 1.0
    Amount Per Serving
    calories 115
    % Daily Value *
    Total Fat 4 g 6 %
    Saturated Fat 2 g 10 %
    Monounsaturated Fat 0 g
    Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
    Trans Fat 0 g
    Cholesterol 0 mg 0 %
    Sodium 247 mg 10 %
    Potassium 166 mg 5 %
    Total Carbohydrate 9 g 3 %
    Dietary Fiber 5 g 21 %
    Sugars 2 g
    Protein 13 g 26 %
    Vitamin A 1 %
    Vitamin C 0 %
    Calcium 7 %
    Iron 10 %

    I am def going to try these this weekend.

    I just remembered I don't have a waffle maker.
  • Need2Exerc1se
    Need2Exerc1se Posts: 13,575 Member
    Kashi hits those cals.

    I need to find them in the store! I don't know why my Kroger-chain doesn't have them. :/ Gonna have to hit up Whole Foods I think.

    Kashi is also my recommendation. I buy them at Kroger.