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These irresistible banana waffles are both crispy and fluffy, and sure to be a breakfast favorite. All you need is a waffle maker and a few simple ingredients.
They make the perfect start to your day, combining the natural sweetness of bananas with cinnamon and vanilla. Add your favorite toppings and dig in.
Banana waffles are freezer-friendly and great to reach for on busy mornings, served with a creamy strawberry smoothie. Or try them with melted chocolate, whipped cream, and crunchy pistachios for a sweet afternoon treat.
❤️ Why You’ll Love Banana Waffles
- Easy breakfast idea for the whole family.
- One-bowl recipe with only a few ingredients.
- Freezer and lunchbox friendly.
Banana Waffles Ingredients
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- Eggs: I used small eggs. Medium is fine, too.
- Plain white flour: All-purpose flour.
- Bananas: Ripe bananas with brown spots are the best choice here.
- Butter: I prefer salted butter. If you use unsalted butter, add a pinch of sea salt to the batter.
- Cinnamon: Pairs well with the bananas. Gives it that banana bread taste.
- Vanilla paste: Or vanilla extract.
How to Make Banana Waffles
- Prepare the batter: Mash the ripe bananas, then add the eggs, melted butter, vanilla paste, cinnamon, and flour.
- Whisk the batter.
- Spoon the waffle batter into the hot waffle iron.
- Bake until crisp and golden brown.
Tips for Success
- The batter doesn’t need to be completely smooth. You will get some lumps from the mashed banana.
- Allow the waffles to cool on a wire rack to crisp up.
Possible Variations
- Butter: Swap for a neutral coconut oil or ghee.
- Flour: Try whole wheat flour instead.
- Cinnamon: Or nutmeg, cocoa powder, cloves, or ground ginger.
- Add-ins: Add maple syrup or honey.
Best Served with
- Fruit: Blueberries, strawberries, banana slices, fruit compote, jam, etc.
- Syrup and sauces: Maple syrup, honey, melted chocolate, Nutella.
- Toppings: Whipped cream, Greek yogurt, skyr, peanut nutter, cinnamon, chopped nuts, granola, or icing sugar.
How to Store Leftovers
Keep leftover waffles in an airtight container or cover with plastic wrap. Store in the refrigerator and enjoy within 3 days.
FAQs
Yes. You can make them 1-2 days ahead.
Absolutely! Pop them straight in the waffle iron or in the oven. Even the toaster oven is fine, just be sure to keep an eye on them so they don’t burn.
Yes! Place them in a freezer bag and use them within 3 months. Leave them to thaw in the fridge overnight.
The recipe is pretty straightforward, so they will definitely be able to help with the batter.
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Banana Waffles
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 bananas
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 40 grams plain flour
- 20 grams butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla paste
Instructions
- Mash the bananas with a fork in a medium-sized bowl.
- Add the wet ingredients (eggs, melted and cooled butter, vanilla paste), followed by the dry ingredients (cinnamon and flour).
- Turn on your waffle iron.
- Add the batter to the hot iron and cook until golden brown.
- Repeat with the remaining batter.
- Arrange on a wire rack so they stay crisp.
- Serve.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
