It’s national doughnut day, so obviously, I have a waffle recipe. The thing about doughnuts is that I like them best when other people make them. But homemade waffles – I like them, well, right at home, piping hot off of the waffle maker. (Or the next day out of the toaster). These are vegan, because I actually like how they get crispier around the edges without any eggs in the batter. Though this recipe calls for spelt flour, these will turn out equally well with all-purpose flour or a white/wheat mix.
How to Make Waffles
Never made waffles? It’s super easy, but it does require a good waffle iron. If you don’t have one, I just got this new one, and I’m pretty excited about it. It flips so the top and bottom of your waffle cook evenly, it’s pretty affordable, and, best of all, you can store it standing upright! I was always mad at my last waffle maker because it took up an entire shelf, but this one can slide in right next to your cereal box. Let me know if you try it! If you already have a waffle iron, then you’re ready to cook! Just follow these easy steps: If you have waffles left over, let them cool and freeze them for quick breakfasts on busy mornings!
Homemade Waffle Recipe Variations
I love being able to decide what goes in my waffles – this time I folded cacao nibs into the batter and topped them with strawberries and a little bit of mint. Cacao nibs are like little crunchy pieces of dark chocolate. I like them in here for their chocolatey flavor & crunch (plus they’re supposedly healthy!). Feel free to sub in chocolate chips if you like or omit them entirely. If you’re not in the mood for strawberries & mint, top these with any fresh fruit you have – banana slices, peaches, or blueberries would all be excellent. Not in the mood for fruit? Don’t worry about it. Like all waffles, these are divine with butter, maple syrup, powdered sugar, and even whipped cream if you’re feeling decadent. For more waffle ideas, try these ones with pumpkin, these ones with whole wheat flour, or these carrot cake waffles!
If you love these homemade waffles…
Then you have to try my other favorite brunch recipes:
Banana Pancakes Classic French Toast Pumpkin Pancakes Cinnamon French Toast Bake Blueberry Baked Oatmeal Shakshuka Healthy Breakfast Casserole or a Frittata!
