Vegan Gluten-Free Waffles (Oil-Free!)
These Vegan Gluten-Free Waffles are crispy, fluffy, and oil-free! Perfect for a healthy, delicious breakfast or brunch with wholesome ingredients.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
Flax Egg
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 6 tablespoons dairy-free milk
Wet Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups dairy-free milk remaining
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup optional
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 cup super-fine almond flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Prepare the Flax Egg
- In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of ground flaxseed with 6 tablespoons of dairy-free milk. Stir well and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it thickens and becomes gel-like.
Mix Wet Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 ½ cups of dairy-free milk, the prepared flax egg, 1 tablespoon of pure maple syrup (if using), and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until well combined.
Combine Dry Ingredients
- In another bowl, mix together 1 cup of gluten-free all-purpose flour, 1 cup of super-fine almond flour, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, ¼ teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon of salt.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are perfectly fine!
Cook the Waffles
- Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions. If necessary, lightly spray it with a non-stick cooking spray (make sure it’s oil-free).
- Pour the batter onto the preheated waffle iron, using about ½ cup of batter per waffle (adjust based on your iron). Close the lid and cook until golden brown and crispy, typically about 5-7 minutes.
Serve
- Carefully remove the waffles from the iron and serve immediately with your favorite toppings like fresh fruit, nut butter, or a drizzle of maple syrup.
Equipment
- Waffle Iron
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep waffles tender and fluffy.
- These waffles freeze well; reheat in toaster or microwave for a quick meal.
- For a nut-free version, substitute almond flour with sunflower seed flour.
- If waffles stick to the iron, ensure it is fully preheated and use an oil-free non-stick spray.
- Adjust batter thickness by adding more dairy-free milk if needed for pourable consistency.