Description
Deliciously wholesome Banana Oatmeal Waffles made with whole wheat flour, rolled oats, mashed bananas, and chopped walnuts. These waffles are naturally sweetened with honey and spiced with cinnamon, offering a nutritious and hearty breakfast option that’s easy to prepare and perfect for the whole family.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- ¾ cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 large banana, chopped
Dry Ingredients
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- â…› teaspoon salt
Add-ins
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Combine wet ingredients: In a measuring jug or bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, honey, and oil until the mixture is smooth. Stir in the rolled oats and let the mixture soak for 5 to 19 minutes to soften the oats, enhancing the texture of the waffles.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate large bowl, thoroughly mix the whole wheat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until well combined. This ensures an even distribution of leavening and spices in the batter.
- Prep waffle iron: Preheat your waffle iron to medium or medium-high heat, preparing it for cooking the batter evenly and achieving a golden crust.
- Make batter: Pour the soaked wet ingredients into the bowl containing the dry ingredients. Use a rubber spatula to gently fold the mixture just until combined to create a thick batter. Avoid overmixing to keep the waffles tender. Fold in the chopped banana and walnuts carefully.
- Cook waffles: Using about ¼ cup of batter per waffle, pour the batter onto the preheated waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions until the waffles are golden brown and cooked through. Serve immediately while warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Allowing the oats to soak ensures softer, more tender waffles.
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid tough waffles.
- Substitute walnuts with pecans or omit for nut-free version.
- For a vegan version, replace eggs with flax eggs and use a plant-based milk.
- Waffles can be refrigerated for up to 2 days or frozen for longer storage; reheat in toaster or oven.
