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The Best Whole Wheat Waffles

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Posted:9/24/20
Updated:9/23/20

Easy Healthy Whole Wheat Waffles! This recipe is deliciously fluffy and so simple to make. Great for kids and adults, amazing with all of your favorite add-ins and toppings.

WAFFLES OR PANCAKES?

I am typically more of a pancake person but Mr. FMK prefers waffles.

One weekend I was making this pancake recipe and decided I’d bust out the waffle maker for a change.

I was pleasantly surprised when the recipe only needed a couple minor tweaks and these delicious light and fluffy waffles were born.

The Best Whole Wheat Waffles

stacked waffles with blueberries and butter

This fluffy waffle recipe is about to be your new weekend staple! It makes a great base recipe where you can throw in your favorite mix-ins.

Me? I like blueberries and their juicy goodness.

Mr. FMK? Chocolate chips all day, every day.

Ingredients = Everyday Staples

This waffle recipe is easy to make and you likely have everything on hand…

  • whole wheat flour – provides whole grains and fiber. But a 1:1 gluten free baking flour works too. I didn’t test this with all-purpose but if that’s all you have on hand, just add 3 TBSP flour and it should work.
  • baking powder & baking soda – for optimal fluff
  • cinnamon & salt – to help balance flavor
  • egg – for texture
  • non-dairy milk of choice – cashew, almond, soy, hemp, etc. but any milk should work. If using a protein-based milk (i.e. like pea milk) that is thicker, you may need a couple more tablespoons or so.
  • oil – helps keep these waffles nice and soft.

Add Your Favorite Toppings

And don’t forget about the toppings! I like blueberries, bananas, peanut butter and even a sprinkle of hemp hearts.

Easy to Make Recipe

And this homemade waffle recipe couldn’t be easier.

Essentially you’re just mixing together the dry ingredients – flour, baking powder, soda, cinnamon and salt – with the wet ingredients, adding to waffle iron and cooking until done.

Dry Ingredients

two glass bowls with wet and dry ingredients

Wet Ingredients

TIP: Be sure to mix just until combined. When you over-stir whole wheat flour, the batter becomes dense and your pancakes won’t end up as light and fluffy.

waffle batter in a glass bowl with whisk and waffle in waffle iron

Add to Pre-Heated Waffle Iron

Be patient as the waffles cook. Most waffle makers have a light indicator to show when they’re done.

TIP: Store waffles in 200ºF oven to keep warm until serving.

waffles on plate with butter and blueberries

These waffles are great for prepping ahead of time, too!

Because who wouldn’t want delicious homemade waffles during the weekday?

How to Freeze Waffles

Allow the waffles to cool completely (on a wire rack if you have one) then store flat or two stacked in an airtight container, like Stasher bag.

To Reheat

My favorite method for reheating waffles is in the toaster, about medium heat, because you get crisp edges.

Depending on your toaster, you may need to cycle through a couple times.

Alternatively you can use microwave, or warm up in a skillet over low-medium heat with lid.

plate of waffles topped with butter syrup and blueberries

P.S. If you prefer pancakes, make this recipe!

Let me know if you make this recipe by leaving a comment and rating below! It helps others learn more about the recipe too! Xx Ashley

stacked waffles with blueberries and butter

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How to Make…

The Best Whole Wheat Waffles

Easy Healthy Whole Wheat Waffles! This recipe is deliciously fluffy and so simple to make. Great for kids and adults, amazing with all of your favorite add-ins and toppings.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 waffles 1x
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • ½ TBSP baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup unsweetened non-dairy milk (cashew, almond, soy, hemp, etc.)
  • 2 TBSP oil

Instructions

  1. In small bowl combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt.
  2. In a medium bowl whisk together egg with milk and oil. Add dry ingredients to bowl, mixing gently until smooth (don’t over-mix or waffles will be more dense instead of fluffy).
  3. Allow mixture to rest while waffle iron is heating up.
  4. Add 1/4 cup batter to preheated waffle iron; cooking for 3-4 minutes. Every waffle iron is different so cook according to manufacturer’s instructions.
  5. Keep waffles warm until ready to serve.
Category: Breakfast Method: Waffle Iron Cuisine: American
Keywords: healthy waffles, whole wheat waffles, homemade waffle recipe
Author: Ashley @ Fit Mitten Kitchen

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  1. Sonia Scott says

    1/17/2021 at 8:49 am

    This recipe worked perfectly! I tripled the batch and even added some left over pumpkin pureé! Thank you, Ashley!

    ★★★★★

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    • Ashley says

      1/17/2021 at 7:45 pm

      Awesome idea! Thanks so much for taking the time to comment and leave a review 🙂

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