Almond Flour Waffles
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Deliciously soft, gluten-free and packed with protein, these almond flour waffles are a breakfast staple. Made with easy kitchen ingredients, the waffles make for a tasty weekend brunch or a simple, busy morning meal.
Almond Flour Waffles Recipe
Whether you’re hosting for friends, cozying up on the weekend, or need a busy morning breakfast, these gluten-free waffles are the perfect recipe. Made with almond flour to keep them light and sweetened naturally with bananas, these waffles are slightly different than the classic recipes you’ll find online.
Enjoy the waffles as part of a larger brunch spread with items like turkey bacon, fruit salad, and hash browns, or simply top them with your favorites as a complete meal. These almond flour waffles are similar to French toast casserole in that everyone can make breakfast according to exactly what they’re craving.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
I really like having a big, fun breakfast for visitors from out of town. These Paleo-friendly almond flour waffles are always winners.
- These waffles are great for bigger groups. You can make the batter ahead of time!
- Set them out with a bunch of fun toppings and sides like turkey bacon, fruit salad, and hash browns, and let guests have fun making their own plates.
- Plus they are paleo, gluten-free and have collagen for some extra protein.
Ingredients
Below you’ll find everything you need for the waffles recipe. Most are simple kitchen staples that you already have on hand.
- Almond flour: A great dose of healthy fats, using almond flour as the base keeps the waffles ultra-light.
- Banana: Adding bananas into the mix allows you to cut back on regular sugar while still enjoying that sweet flavor you expect from your waffles.
- Coconut oil: Measure your coconut oil solid before you melt and mix it.
- Almond milk: Any non-dairy milk will work here so use what you have on hand.
- Collagen: A wonderful way to add more protein to the waffles and support your joints too! It also helps bind the waffle mix.
- Baking staples: You’ll need some eggs, vanilla extract, and baking powder.
Substitutions & Variations
The base of this almond flour waffle recipe is perfect as-is, howeve,r if you want to vary the flavor a bit below are some tasty ideas.
Chocolate: Add cocoa powder to the batter for a rich, chocolate taste.
Chocolate chip: Choose from dark, milk or even white chocolate chips and sprinkle them into the batter for a gooey, delicious twist.
Pumpkin spice: If you have a craving for pumpkin waffles, mix in some cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice before topping the waffles with a dollop of cream cheese frosting.
How To Make Almond Flour Waffles
Whipping up these waffles is easy and can be done without a lot of time in the kitchen.
- First, mash the banana in a small bowl until no clumps remain.
- Mix in the other ingredients until combined and allow it to sit for 20 minutes.
- Grease your waffle iron and portion the batter into it at about 1/3 of a cup at a time.
- Cook until the almond flour waffles are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.
Make-Ahead and Meal Prep Instructions
These almond flour waffles can be made in advance and reheated when you need them, saving you precious time in the morning. There are two ways to do this:
Option 1: Mix the batter the night before and cover the bowl. Store it in the fridge until the next morning when you’re ready to cook.
Option 2: Cook the waffles up to 2 days in advanced and store them. Make sure they’re completely cooled before storing them in a container and popping them in the fridge. To reheat them, lay the waffles in a single layer on a baking sheet and heat in the oven for roughly 5 minutes at 350F.
Topping Ideas
The best part about homemade waffles is customizing them with your favorite add-ons! Below are a few favorites on what to top them with.
- Maple syrup
- Honey
- Sliced strawberries
- Blueberries
- Raspberries
- Almond butter for drizzling
- Peanut butter (or try these Peanut Butter Waffles)
- Sliced almonds for a little crunch
- Whipped cream or dairy-free coconut cream
Serving Suggestions
If you want these gluten-free waffles to be part of a full-on breakfast spread, try cooking up some eggs, sugar-free and nitrate-free bacon and sausages, or a quick fruit salad. You can even include prosciutto or smoked salmon with the waffle bar. People will love it!
If you’re looking for a fun drink to serve with the waffle bar, know that a fresh mocktail would go beautifully with this at brunch. Check out my Strawberry Basil Smash mocktail, or my Grapefruit Sage Sparkler (both are Whole30 compliant!).
Tips for Success
Make sure to let the batter sit for 20 minutes before portioning it into the waffle iron. Almond flour doesn’t absorb liquid in the same way regular flour does, and it needs some extra time to bind.
Cook the waffles based on the texture you love. Let them sit for longer if you like them extra crispy.
You need to grease your waffle iron between each batch so that the waffles don’t stick as you try to remove them.
For the best texture, preheat your waffle machine. This allows the waffles to crisp up on the outside but retain their fluffy interior.
FAQ
Of course! To freeze the waffles let them cool fully first. Then, place them in a freezer-safe bag and separate the waffles between layers of parchment paper. Freeze them for up to 3 months. When you need them, let them thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating them in the oven or the toaster.
Make sure to grease your waffle machine with a nonstick spray. You’ll need to do this in between each and every batch to prevent the waffles from sticking.
More Paleo Breakfast Recipes
- Paleo Grain Free Oatmeal
- Chorizo Potato & Kale Frittata (Whole30)
- Southwest Waffle Iron Omelet (Whole30)
- Pepperoni Pizza Frittata (Whole30, Low Carb)
And if you’re looking for more entertaining ideas, you’ve got to check out my Prosciutto Wrapped Pears (Whole30) or my Snack Board Crudités with Dips (Whole30!)
I’d love to hear about your experience making this recipe! Please leave a comment and rating below!
Almond Flour Waffles
Equipment
Ingredients
Paleo Waffles
- 1 banana smashed
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 – 1/2 cup almond milk
- 2 scoops collagen
- 1 Tablespoon coconut oil melted
- 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoons baking powder
Toppings
- 2 cups strawberries
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1/2 cup blackberries
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- maple syrup
Instructions
Make the Waffle Batter
- Peel and smash the banana with a fork. Lightly beat the eggs, and mix together with the other ingredients in a medium bowl.
- Cover and set it aside for about 20 minutes.
Prep the Waffle Bar Toppings and Sides
- While the batter sits, wash the berries. Slice and hull the strawberries. Cook the bacon.
Cook the Waffles
- Heat your waffle iron. Spray it or brush it lightly with coconut oil.
- Spoon about 1/3 cup of the mixture into the waffle iron and close. Cook according to the manufacturer's instructions. On my waffle iron, it takes about 4 minutes to cook.
Serve
- As the waffles are cooked, remove them and set them on a large pan or baking sheet. If you'd like to keep them warm while as you cook, you can cover the baking sheet with foil and set it in your oven on very low heat (300 or less).
- Serve the waffles with all the toppings and a stack of plates and forks and tell your guests to dig in!
Notes
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