4.74 34 Published Jun 13, 2022, Updated Mar 18, 2024 They’re not only naturally gluten-free, but they’re made with healthy, whole food ingredients that you likely already have in your pantry.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These waffles will fill you up without making you feel sluggish. They’re naturally gluten-free and made with healthy, whole-food ingredients. They are so easy to make and taste SO good! Just mix all of the ingredients together, let your waffle iron do its thing and dig in. They’re the perfect recipe for meal prep. Make a double or triple batch of these on the weekend and refrigerate or freeze them for healthy breakfasts all week long.
Ingredients Needed
fine blanched almond flour – almond flour is the star of the show here. Just be sure you grab almond flour and not almond meal. Almond flour is made from blanched almonds that are finely ground. This keeps these waffles light, fluffy and gluten-free. And it’s packed with protein, fiber and important vitamins and minerals! Maybe most importantly, it’s widely available. eggs – eggs really help bind these waffles together (because almond flour doesn’t have gluten) and the eggs also make them fluffy! almond milk – I used unsweetened almond milk, but any non-dairy milk (or cow’s milk) will work. maple syrup – for a hint of sweetness in the batter and to drizzle on top! coconut or avocado oil – you will want a neutral, high-heat oil. The oil helps to create crisp waffles that brown well. vanilla extract – a key ingredient for delicious waffles! baking powder – necessary so you don’t have flat waffles! cinnamon – just a hint for added flavor. sea salt – to bring all of the flavors together.
How to Make Almond Flour Waffles
This waffle recipe is so easy to mix together and prepare! Start by preheating the waffle iron to medium-high heat and spray with cooking spray. I like to use coconut oil cooking spray. Whisk together your wet ingredients, add in the dry ingredients and stir until combined. Pour ½ cup of the mixture onto the waffle iron, close and cook for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the waffle iron and enjoy!
Mix-in and Topping Variations
I love these waffles plain with a little nut butter and maple syrup on top, but feel free to get creative with your mix-ins and toppings! Here are some ideas:
Berries – mix berries into your batter or top the waffles with fresh berries (my go-to’s are blueberries, strawberries and raspberries) when serving. They add a pop of color and such good flavor! Chocolate chips – mix chocolate chips into your batter for extra sweetness and flavor. I’ve been loving Lily’s dark chocolate chips as they are dairy-free and low sugar! Nut butter – I love adding a drizzle of almond butter or peanut butter to my waffles along with maple syrup. Coconut butter – sometimes if I’m feeling fancy I’ll add a drizzle of coconut butter to my waffles in addition to nut butter. It adds a delicious flavor! Check out my recipe on how to make homemade coconut butter. Maple syrup – can you have waffles without maple syrup?! I think not. If you’re looking for a low-sugar sweetener, use monk fruit maple syrup, which is sugar-free. Whipped cream – to make these waffles more of a dessert, top them with coconut milk whipped cream and some chocolate. Chopped nuts – add some crunch by topping your waffles with chopped pecans, walnuts or really any nut. Granola – I love topping my waffles and pancakes with granola for an added crunch. This hemp granola or grain-free granola would be delicious!
What to Serve With Waffles
These almond flour waffles are perfect on their own for breakfast, but if you’re hosting a brunch or want a more filling meal, here’s what I recommend serving with waffles:
Quiche – get your savory fix with this dairy-free spinach quiche or this kale and feta crustless quiche. Meat – for some added protein serve these waffles with some sort of breakfast sausage and/or bacon. For a vegan option, try my tempeh bacon. Fruit salad – I love this simple fruit salad. Fun drink – you can’t have brunch without a mimosa or bellini, am I right?! For a non-alcoholic beverage try this grapefruit apple cider vinegar drink.
How To Store Leftovers
Whether you’re meal prepping these waffles, making a double batch or just have leftovers, you can store waffles in the refrigerator or freezer. Allow the waffles to cool completely on a wire rack and then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. To freeze: place waffles in an airtight container or freezer-safe bag (I like to use my Stasher bags) and layer the waffles with pieces of parchment paper between to prevent sticking. The waffles will last in the freezer for up to 3 months. To reheat: I like to pop waffles into my toaster or toaster oven straight from the fridge or freezer so they reheat and get a little crispy, but you can also reheat them in the microwave for about 60 seconds.
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