Avocado Eggs Benedict Waffles

Eating breakfast is good for you, but eating a breakfast with a boost of protein is even better. Protein-rich foods help to keep you fuller, longer, so you’re less likely to overeat later. And protein is essential for building and maintaining valuable calorie-burning muscle mass.

Van’s Protein waffles are among the highest-protein waffles on the market, with 10 grams of protein per two-waffle serving – about what you get in one and a half eggs.

Most waffles, however, just have about half that amount, so we’ve put together five interesting ways to pile more protein onto your favorite waffle.

Eggs Benedict is traditionally made with poached eggs and sliced ham, covered with decadently rich hollandaise sauce. But trust us, with these creamy avocado slices and the runny yolk of the poached egg, you won’t miss the hollandaise a bit.

Top a toasted waffle with a tomato slice, a quarter-avocado, thinly sliced, and top it off with a poached egg.