Light and fluffy banana waffles are easy to make and full of
delicious flavors. In the form of waffles, they are like banana bread. Banana
waffles can be served for breakfast or brunch. Get out of the waffle root and
use some of these brown overripe bananas.
This recipe has a softening ratio to a dreamy crunch and has
the best taste of the fine and sweet banana fruit. This is a delicious dish
that everyone in the house will love. I eat banana waffles every day and of
course, homemade food is always better than store-bought ones!
I worked on this recipe last week and liked the result so
much that I made them again the next day, so I could freeze them for breakfast
this week. This waffle recipe is not only delicious but also versatile. I've
replaced it with chocolate chips for a handful of blueberries. There are also
many other mix options that you can try to customize!
The batter is a little
runny.
You need a batter that is thick enough to fit into your
waffle maker that is flowing. If you find the dough flowing, add a little more
flour to thicken it.
Do I have to use frozen or
fresh overripe bananas?
If you have more ripe bananas this is a great way to use
them, but we also keep them in our freezer when we want to make waffles. If
using frozen bananas, place them in the microwave to thaw for about 60 seconds
before adding them to the batter. Remember that this can add a little moisture
to the flour, which will require a little more flour.
CAN YOU MAKE BANANA WAFFLES WITH OATS?
Instead of using whole-purpose flour, use 1 cup of flour and
2 cups of old-fashioned oats.
Can I use other fruits?
Definitely! You can use other well-mashed over-ripe fruits.
Can I add other spices?
Of course! Some may add cinnamon or all spices, or even
apple pie seasoning or pumpkin seasoning.
How long do you cook waffles?
It depends on the waffle maker and which model you are
using. Most waffle makers take 3-4 minutes.
How do you keep homemade waffles crisp as you are making more?
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees and place a sheet pan with a
cooling rack in it. When cooking, place the prepared waffles in the same layer
on the rack. Serve hot at the same time.
How to Get Ripe Bananas to
Make Waffles With
This recipe is primarily designed to use old, leftover
bananas. However, what if you want to make some banana waffles but don't have a
ripe banana in the freezer?
First go, to the supermarket and look for old bananas. Small
black spots and is slightly soft to the touch a sign of over-ripening. If you
can't find more ripe bananas on the market, you can pick an ordinary banana and
wrap it in a paper bag to keep it warm. This way the bananas will ripen faster.
25-minutes Banana Waffles Recipe.
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Total time: 25 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Yield: 6
INGREDIENTS.
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1 ½ cup white whole wheat flour or regular
whole wheat flour
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2 tablespoons sugar (cane sugar or brown
sugar)
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2 teaspoons aluminum-free baking powder
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½ teaspoon sea salt
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¼ teaspoon nutmeg
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¾ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
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⅓
cup melted coconut oil
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¾ cup milk of choice, lukewarm
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¾ cup overripe mashed bananas
(about 2 small bananas), plus more for topping
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1 large egg
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
How to Make Banana Waffles Recipe?
INSTRUCTIONS.
Step 1.
First, heat the waffle iron over high heat, and preheat the
oven to 250 degrees F.
Step 2.
In a medium bowl, mix together flour, sugar, baking powder,
sea salt, and nutmeg, add chopped walnuts, and stir.
Step 3.
Now mix the melted coconut oil and milk in a bowl with the
microwave. Add mashed banana, egg, and vanilla extract and mix well.
Step 4.
Now add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir
with a spoon until well combined. Be careful not to mix too much. Small lumps
can remain. Don't worry. Put the batter on a hot waffle iron.
When the iron stops steaming, transfer the waffle to a
cooling rack or baking sheet after it has darkened. Do not place these waffles
on top of each other, otherwise, they will lose their crispness.
Step 5.
Serve hot with sliced banana and pure maple syrup. Store
leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat the waffle in a grill or toaster over
low heat.
Toppings for Banana Waffles.
These homemade waffles are delicious in themselves, but
they're even better if some toppings are added! Try one of these or your
favorite waffle toppings for breakfast at your cozy cafe.
·
Honey, chocolate syrup, or cinnamon syrup
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Nutella or peanut butter
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Strawberry Chia Jam
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Chocolate chips
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Caramelized bananas
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walnuts, pecans, almonds
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Cold whip or whipped cream
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Spices - Cinnamon, Nutmeg, etc.
TIPS FOR THE
BEST BANANA WAFFLES
Do not over mix batter.
If you shake the batter too much, it can damage the
structure of the waffles and make them harder instead of lighter and sharper.
Stir in the wet and dry ingredients until well combined.
Let the waffle batter sit.
After mixing the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients,
let the batter rest for about 5-10 minutes. Relaxation helps to release gluten,
which makes it softer. In the meantime, warm up your waffle iron.
Make ahead.
You can pre-make banana waffle batter. You can refrigerate
the batter for 3-4 hours before using it.
Mix-ins.
Add other ingredients such as almond juice, blueberries, or
a handful of chopped coconut to the mixture. You can also use chocolate chips
instead of peanut butter chips.
Waffle iron.
Not all waffle makers work the same way. Be sure to check
the instructions that come with the waffle iron when it comes to cooking time.
STORING AND REHEATING
HOMEMADE BANANA WAFFLES
To store:
You can store these waffles in the refrigerator for about 5
days. Once baked as instructed, once you remove them from the waffle iron, immediately
transfer them to the cooling rack. Once they have cooled completely, storage
zip in a large zip-top bag or airtight container in the refrigerator.
To reheat:
To reheat, place them in a toaster or oven at 350ºF for
about 5 minutes or until they are hot and crispy.
CAN YOU FREEZE HOMEMADE
WAFFLES?
Like most waffle recipes, these banana waffles are amazingly
frozen. I often make whole batches and store them in the freezer for busy
Saturday mornings.
To Freeze.
After baking, remove them from the waffle iron and
immediately place them on the cooling rack. Once they have cooled completely,
place them individually in the freezer bag. And freeze until solid (about 1-2
hours). You can easily freeze them for two to three months.
NUTRITION INFORMATION.
Calories: 230kcal, Carbohydrates: 32g, Protein: 6g, Fat: 9g, Saturated
Fat: 1g, Trans
Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 50mg, Sodium: 175mg, Potassium: 204mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 6g, Vitamin
A: 125IU, Vitamin
C: 1mg, Calcium: 77mg, Iron: 2mg