The Kodiak Power Waffles in Buttermilk & Vanilla are a big 40-count box of protein-packed frozen waffles at Costco, made with 100% whole grains and 12 grams of protein per serving. They are the kind of freezer staple that makes a busy school morning almost too easy: pop a couple in the toaster, add a topping, and breakfast is done in a few minutes. They live in the freezer aisle near other morning staples, and they go great alongside a few Amylu Chicken Breakfast Sausage Links or a toasted Dave's Killer Bread mini bagel if you have more than one hungry kid at the table.
Quick Take: Protein-packed whole-grain waffles that make busy mornings easy, with a wholesome 12g of protein per serving. Verdict: Buy. Scores: Taste ⅘ · Value ⅘ · Convenience 5/5 · Stockpile Score 5/5.
The first batch
I grabbed a box knowing my kids go through waffles fast, and these did not last long. Straight out of the toaster they are crispy on the outside, soft in the middle, with a mild buttermilk-and-vanilla flavor that tastes more like a real homemade waffle than most frozen ones.
They are not super sweet on their own, which I actually like, because it means you control the sugar with your toppings. A couple of these with peanut butter and banana keeps my kids full all the way to lunch, and that protein is the reason why.
What you'll pay
The 40-count box runs around $14.49 to $14.99 at Costco (item #1745138), or roughly 37 cents per waffle. That is a strong deal for a protein waffle. A standard 10-count box at the grocery store often runs $5 to $6, so the Costco box costs a lot less per waffle. For a family that eats waffles a few mornings a week, the value is obvious, and because they are frozen, nothing goes to waste.
The nutrition rundown
Nutrition snapshot (per 2 waffles / 76g, 20 servings per box): 240 cal · 11g fat (1.5g saturated, 0g trans) · 30mg cholesterol · 310mg sodium · 26g carbs · 3g fiber · 5g sugar (4g added) · 12g protein. Notable: 100% whole grains, a good source of fiber, and a wholesome 12g of protein per serving. Contains egg, milk, soy, and wheat.
The protein and whole grains are the real story. Twelve grams of protein and only 4 grams of added sugar per serving make these a better breakfast than most frozen waffles, which are usually all refined flour and sugar. Just watch your toppings if you are counting sugar, since syrup adds up fast.
How they taste (and how to cook them)
The flavor is mild, buttery, and lightly sweet, with that whole-grain heartiness that keeps them from tasting like cardboard. The texture is where cooking method matters. In the toaster on the lowest setting, toasted until crispy and hot, they come out with a nice crisp edge and a tender center. You can also bake them in the oven at 375 to 400°F for 3 to 5 minutes if you are heating a big batch for a crowd, which is my move on weekends.
Toppings are where these shine. Go classic with butter and maple syrup, or keep it higher-protein with Greek yogurt and berries, peanut butter and banana, or a drizzle of nut butter. For a weekend treat, warm 3-ingredient blueberry sauce and spoon it over the top. Keep them frozen, and don't refreeze them once thawed.
What other shoppers think
Kodiak has a loyal following at Costco, and these waffles get praised most for the protein content and the wholesome whole-grain ingredients. Parents love them as a fast, filling breakfast that actually keeps kids full, and plenty of adults grab them as a quick pre-workout or post-workout breakfast.
The most common note is that they are not very sweet on their own, which fans see as a plus since you add your own toppings. A few people mention the waffles are on the thinner side, so hungry teens might want three instead of two.
Who they're for
These are for busy families, anyone chasing more protein at breakfast, and meal-preppers who want a grab-and-go morning that isn't a sugar bomb. They are especially handy for school mornings and after-practice snacks. Skip them if you have an egg, milk, soy, or wheat allergy (they contain all four), or if you want a rich, dessert-style sweet waffle, since these are purposely more wholesome than sweet.
A few easy ways to use them: a protein waffle sandwich with peanut butter, a yogurt-and-berry waffle stack, or waffles alongside eggs for a bigger weekend plate. If you love a homemade version too, try these pumpkin waffles made with Kodiak mix for fall, and blend up a Ninja BlendBOSS protein smoothie to round out a high-protein breakfast.
You might also like
- Catalina Crunch Cereal: a low-sugar, higher-protein breakfast to rotate in on non-waffle days.
- Premier Protein Cafe Latte Shake: a grab-and-go protein drink to pair with a waffle.
- Perfect Bar Refrigerated Organic Protein Bar: another protein-forward option for busy mornings.
- Kirkland Signature Almond Croissants: a sweeter bakery pick for weekend breakfasts.
- 21 Best Healthy Costco Snacks for Kids: more wholesome picks for lunchboxes and after-school.
My ratings
- Taste: ⅘. Mild, buttery, and genuinely waffle-like. Not super sweet, which most people like.
- Value: ⅘. About 37 cents per protein waffle beats the grocery-store box by a mile.
- Convenience: 5/5. Toaster to plate in a few minutes, with no thawing needed.
- Stockpile Score: 5/5. Frozen, long-lasting, and always ready for a fast breakfast.
The bottom line
An easy Buy for any busy family. These Kodiak Power Waffles give you real whole grains and a solid 12 grams of protein in a frozen waffle that actually tastes good, at a Costco price that makes the grocery-store box look silly.
They are not a sugary dessert waffle, and that is exactly the point: you get a filling, better-for-you breakfast and control the sweetness yourself. If waffles are already in your freezer rotation, swap in these and you upgrade breakfast without any extra effort.
Where to grab them
Where to grab them: Kodiak Power Waffles Buttermilk & Vanilla, 40-count at Costco (item #1745138). Box size: 40 waffles, 53.6 oz (3.35 lb), 20 servings. Price: ~$14.49 to $14.99, varies by warehouse. Storage: keep frozen, do not refreeze once thawed. Aisle: freezer section.
Disclaimer: Costco Finds is an independent review site and is not affiliated, endorsed, or sponsored by Costco. All opinions are my own, based on personal experience.
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