PERK-fect Waffles

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Every morning, I drink a tasty collagen protein/caffeine mixture after my morning run.

I add 1 scoop of PERK Energy with 2 scoops of Vital Proteins to cold water (or hot water, depending on weather). Then, after it’s mixed and frothy in the  Instant Milk Frother, I pour it into a cup full of ice (or a nice warm mug).

It’s become my very favorite post run breakfast and I must say, it’s PERK-fect. It includes… a boost of caffeine (100mg), my daily collagen proteins, EGCG — a powerful antioxidant, only 2g of net carbs and no artificial sweeteners, and it not only tastes delicious but it also fills me up til lunchtime.

Anticipating the fall, I ordered the Pumpkin flavored PERK Energy that is aptly named Pumpkin Butter Pecan Latte.

While I enjoy all the PERK flavors (especially pumpkin) as a hot or cold beverage, I figured it would be fun to make another type of post run breakfast fuel.

Enter… the PERK-fect waffle!

I tried to add the least amount of extra ingredients because the drink is already pretty filling. Keeping the base of 1 scoop of Perk and 2 scoops of Vital Proteins, then add an egg ( or substitute 3 egg whites), vanilla extract, the smallest bit of almond flour (or other type of desired flour), baking powder to make it rise, and for the Pumpkin waffle – pumpkin pie spices!

PERK Energy - Pumpkin Waffles

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 3 minutes mins

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Servings 1 large waffle

Equipment

• 1 Large bowl
• 1 whisk
• measuring spoons/cups
• 1 Waffle Iron

Ingredients

  

• 1 whole egg substitute 3 egg whites or 3/8 cup (6T) liquid egg whites if desired
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 scoop Perk Energy Original Pumpkin Butter Pecan Latte
• 2 scoops Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides - unflavored collagen powder
• 1/4 cup almond flour substitute oat, coconut, or other desired flour
• 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder

Optional

• 1/8 cup chopped walnuts substitute nut of choice

Instructions

 

• In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg.
• Add the vanilla extract to the bowl and whisk again until well combined.
• Add Perk, Vital Proteins, almond flour, pumpkin pie spice, and baking powder to the bowl, continue whisking until fully integrated.
• Scoop the batter into the center of your hot, greased waffle pan.
• Depending on waffle pan, cook until sides brown and waffle lifts easily. (approx. 3 minutes)

Notes

You can substitute any flavor of PERK you desire, also try different mix-in options too!

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You can use any flavor of PERK you’d like for these waffles, I’m still shocked at how light and airy these turned out. I hope you try them yourself, and let me know when you do!

My sweet friend in Austin introduced me to this brand, and I am so glad she did. There are several varieties:

• Energy – caffeine added and is typically for the morning or afternoon
  • Caffeine free options
• Chill – near bedtime to help you calm down and rewind
• All natural, dairy free – a bit lower in carbs

I try my best not to drink caffeine after 2pm, so I can fall asleep easier, but when I’m feeling the need for PERK between 2pm and 7pm – the caffeine free option is a perfect guilt free-low calorie treat!

Here are my top 3 favorite flavors and a few others I’ve also tried and loved.

1. Energy – Mexican Hot Chocolate (all natural-dairy free)
2. Energy – Chai Latte (all natural-dairy free)
3. Energy – Mint Chocolate Truffle (all natural-dairy free)

PERK Energy

• Berries & Cream (meant to be cold)

PERK Energy (caffeine free option)

• Mexican Hot Chocolate
• Dutch Hot Cocoa

PERK Chill

• Pumpkin Spice
• Dutch Hot Cocoa

PERK also sells a protein enhanced broth named Wellness, BCAAs, and a pre-workout. I’ve linked some options to purchase from Amazon, but I buy from PerkEnergy.com. Straight from the source has the best price and variety available!

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