Healthy Waffles
This healthy waffle recipe is crisp on the outside and fluffy inside, making a feel-good breakfast that’s easy to enjoy any day of the week!
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 large Belgian-style waffles
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup skim milk or milk of choice
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted and cooled to room temperature
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups white whole wheat flour or whole wheat pastry flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder I prefer aluminum free
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat your waffle maker. If desired, preheat the oven to 200 degrees F to keep batches of waffles warm.
- Place the applesauce, milk, butter, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a blender. Sprinkle in the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and kosher salt. Blend just until combined, pausing the blender to scrape down the sides as needed.
- Cook the batter according to your waffle maker’s instructions. If desired, place the waffles on a baking sheet and keep warm in the oven. Enjoy immediately with your favorite waffle toppings.
Notes
- TO STORE: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- TO FREEZE: Freeze waffles in a single layer, then transfer to a container for up to 3 months.
- TO REHEAT: Toast in a toaster or warm in the oven for best texture.
Nutrition
Serving: 1waffleCalories: 422kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 170mgFiber: 5gSugar: 12g
