If you're a fan of banana bread, you're going to love our easy vegan banana waffles! They're golden brown and crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. They're the perfect dairy-free and egg-free vegan breakfast or brunch food.
Published on March 13, 2017 and updated on February 5, 2021.
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Is there anything better than a thick, crispy, tender, sweet, delicious waffle, especially when there are puddles of sticky maple syrup in the pockets and dripping down the sides?
If you’re craving waffles, then you’re going to want to try one of the best vegan waffle recipes ever. Banana waffles!!
And, if banana isn’t your jam, we’ve got you, just make one of our other recipes.
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If you love Belgian waffles, and who doesn’t, you’re going to want to make these delicious waffle recipes, too.
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Milk and Egg Substitutes for Waffles
Dairy Substitutes
Most varieties of plant-based milk will work for this recipe. Here are our favorites:
- Oat Milk
- Pea Protein Milk
- Soy Milk
- Cashew Milk
- Almond Milk
Egg Substitutes
There are many types of egg substitutes, the trick is knowing which one will work with what you’re baking.
For this recipe, we could have just used mashed banana (which makes a good egg substitute for some things), but after experimenting with the recipe, we added flax eggs to get a better texture.
Here’s a list of egg substitutes you can try:
- Flax Eggs
- Chia Seed Eggs
- Mashed Bananas
- Apple Sauce
- JUST Egg
- Follow Your Heart Vegan Egg
- Bob’s Red Mill Egg Replacer
How to Make Them
Okay, let us break it down for you. First, you’ll need a waffle iron. We prefer thick, as big as your head, Belgian waffles, so we bought a waffle iron like this .
If you like thinner waffles, then buy an iron like this
.
Step 1.
Toast the pecans or walnuts in a hot skillet or in a 350˚F (176˚C) oven until they’re lightly browned and crispy. Be sure to watch over them and shake the pan to prevent burning.
Adding toasted nuts is optional for this recipe, although we highly recommend them for the crunchy texture and added protein.
Now is also the time to oil and pre-heat the waffle iron.
This is a photo of toasted pecans with cinnamon sugar. You don't need to add the sugar if you prefer a less sweet waffle.
Step 2.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk the dry ingredients together until combined, then stir in the wet ingredients until just combined.
Fold in the banana and nuts.
Step 3.
Fill the waffle iron about ¾ of the way full from the center out. Don’t overfill it or the batter will spill out of the sides.
Cook until the steam stops coming out of the sides of the iron.
Pro Tips
We want you to be successful in the kitchen, so here are some of our tips for making the perfect waffle.
- Stir the batter until the wet and dry ingredients are just combined, then gently fold in the banana and nuts. You don’t want to overdo it, or the gluten will activate and the waffles will be tough.
- Make sure that the waffle iron has reached the desired temperature before adding the waffle batter. If it’s not completely hot, the waffles won’t cook evenly or properly. We suggest 375˚F (190˚C) for perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside waffles.
- Use a silicone pastry brush to oil every nook and cranny of the waffle iron. Even non-stick irons will stick, we’ve learned this the hard way. Additionally, do not use spray on oil, as it contains ingredients that will stick to the iron and won’t wash off, which will eventually ruin the surface.
- Many irons will beep to alert you that the waffle is done. Ignore it! The waffle is done when it stops steaming. Pay attention to the steam, not the time. A Belgian waffle will take between 5 to 8 minutes to cook, depending on how much moisture is in the ingredients. For example, fruit filled waffles will take longer than a simple buttermilk waffle.
- Use a rubber spatula to help remove the waffle from the iron. Never use metal utensils, they will scratch the surface of the iron.
- If your waffle iron is brand new, make a test batch of waffles and throw them away. You never want to eat the first batch of waffles in a new iron because it will smell/taste like the new iron. This also helps to remove any debris that may be stuck on the iron from manufacturing.
How to serve
You can serve waffles with the following:
- Easy Coconut Milk Whipped Cream
- Confectioners’ Sugar
- Chocolate Shavings or Chips
- Sliced Fruit
Make Ahead, Storage, and Freezing
We don’t recommend making the batter ahead of time and letting is sit for a long period, as it won’t result in fluffy and tender waffles.
Store cooked waffles in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and crisp up in the oven at 350˚F (176˚C) until warmed through.
Freeze in a freezer safe container for up to 3 months. Heat in the oven at 350˚F (176˚C) until warmed through.
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VEGAN BANANA WAFFLES
Equipment
- waffle iron
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon ground flax seed
- 4 tablespoon water
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
- 2 very ripe bananas pureed
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornmeal
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 3 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon ground sea salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups almond milk
- 3 tablespoon vegan butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoon vegetable oil
TOPPINGS
- Sliced bananas
- Toasted Pecans or Walnuts
- Cinnamon
- Maple syrup
Instructions
- Mix the flax seed and water together in a small bowl until it’s thick and sticky. Set aside
- Toast the walnuts or pecans (shake the pan frequently to avoid burning) in a medium pan on medium heat until they’re golden brown and fragrant. Approximately 3 to 4 minutes.
- Puree the bananas.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk the dry ingredients until they’re fully combined. In a medium bowl, whisk the almond milk, melted butter, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until combined, then pour the liquid into the dry mixture. Add the flax mixture and the pureed bananas and stir until the wet and dry mixtures, and the bananas, are combined. Fold in the nuts.
- Heat your waffle iron and brush a thin layer of oil over the grid. Make sure the pockets of the grid are well oiled or the waffle will stick. Fill the grid with batter until it’s ¾ full. Close the iron and cook until it stops steaming, approximately 6 to 8 minutes.
Notes
Pro Tips
We want you to be successful in the kitchen, so here are some of our tips for making the perfect waffle.- Stir the batter until the wet and dry ingredients are just combined, then gently fold in the banana and nuts. You don’t want to overdo it, or the gluten will activate and the waffles will be tough.
- Make sure that the waffle iron has reached the desired temperature before adding the waffle batter. If it’s not completely hot, the waffles won’t cook evenly or properly. We suggest 375˚F (190˚C) for perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside waffles.
- Use a silicone pastry brush to oil every nook and cranny of the waffle iron. Even non-stick irons will stick, we’ve learned this the hard way. Additionally, do not use spray on oil, as it contains ingredients that will stick to the iron and won’t wash off, which will eventually ruin the surface.
- Many irons will beep to alert you that the waffle is done. Ignore it! The waffle is done when it stops steaming. Pay attention to the steam, not the time. A Belgian waffle will take between 5 to 8 minutes to cook, depending on how much moisture is in the ingredients. For example, fruit filled waffles will take longer than a simple buttermilk waffle.
- Use a rubber spatula to help remove the waffle from the iron. Never use metal utensils, they will scratch the surface of the iron.
- If your waffle iron is brand new, make a test batch of waffles and throw them away. You never want to eat the first batch of waffles in a new iron because it will smell/taste like the new iron. This also helps to remove any debris that may be stuck on the iron from manufacturing.
Nutrition
Amanda says
Could you use a gluten free flour instead of regular flour?
Linda Meyer says
Hi Amanda! You could try them with a gf all purpose flour. We like King Arthur's brand. Let us know how they turn out.
Laura says
Made these this morning and they were lovely! I used ground chia instead of flax and a ton of cinnamon. They are super filling, I made his recipe for 2 and it could really feed 4. I’ll definitely make this again!
Linda Meyer says
Hi Laura! Thank you for letting us know. We're so happy you liked them, and funny enough, I made them yesterday morning. Ha! Great minds....
themuffinmyth says
Congrats, Linda! I'll look forward to your cookbook 🙂
Linda Meyer says
Thank you so much, Katie! 🙂
alisamarie says
Congratulations on the new book!! You two deserve it! Looking forward to it and enjoying these yummy waffles.
Linda Meyer says
Thank you so much, Alisa! We're so excited. 🙂
HealthierSteps (@Healthiersteps) says
This exciting news, congrats with your book deal! Those waffles look perfect.
Linda Meyer says
Thank you so much. xoxo
veggiesdontbite says
Well it's always good to have a king in your back pocket! Looks like he delivered. And congrats again!
Linda Meyer says
He kept on delivering again this weekend. Other than what I'm making for the cookbook, I just can't find energy to make anything else. Thanks, Sophia. 🙂
Dorothy@ Fitness says
Congratulation on the good news! I'd love to check out other wonderful recipes. This banana bread waffles looks simply amazing!
Linda Meyer says
Thank you so much, Dorothy!
Uma says
First congrats on your book ! If I need suggestion or advice will give me one😉 This looks totally delicious:) I want make this soon:)
Linda Meyer says
Thank you, Uma! I'm always happy to help people who have questions. 🙂
Amy Katz from Veggies Save The Day says
1. These waffles look amazing! 2. I'm so happy I got a waffle iron for my anniversary. 3. I am so excited for you! I can't wait to see you cookbook! I know it's going to be amazing.
Linda Meyer says
Hi Amy! Thank you, thank you! These would be a great way to break in that waffle iron. Happy belated anniversary. 🙂
lifenaturalee says
So happy to hear about your cookbook! Congrats!
Linda Meyer says
Thank you so much! 🙂
Christine @ Run Plant Based says
Oh wow, congrats and this is so exciting on the cookbook! Can't wait! And these waffles look amazing!
Linda Meyer says
Thank you, Christine! 🙂
Jac -Tinned Tomatoes (@tinnedtoms) says
That looks amazing. My wafflemaker is sadly under used. Congrats on the cookbook 🙂
Linda Meyer says
Thank you so much! I think you need to get that waffle iron out this weekend. 🙂
Aimee@TheVegLife says
I have a waffle maker, but sadly...have yet to use it. I think your recipe is going to be my very first! This looks amazing. Can't wait to try it 🙂
Linda Meyer says
Well get that baby out and start cooking! 🙂 Thanks, Aimee!
jenniferblisstrfwnews says
Now THOSE are waffles! YUM!
Jennifer from MyBlissfulJourney.com
Linda Meyer says
Thank you!
Dianne says
Congrats on the cookbook deal! So exciting!
Linda Meyer says
Thank you so much, Dianne! We're so excited. 🙂
Becky says
Oh my goodness, these look so good! You mashed up two of my favorite foods into one MEGAFOOD.
Linda Meyer says
Thank you, Becky! It's definitely a mega sized waffle. 🙂
MaryEllen@VNutrition says
These look so delicious! I have not tried vegan waffles yet, which is weird as I've been vegan for 7 years but banana bread is my jam so I'll totally try these.
And congrats on your book! That is so amazing - so excited for you! 🙂
Linda Meyer says
Thank you so much, Mary Ellen! You have to try these if you love banana bread. 🙂
Strength and Sunshine says
How fun! Waffles to celebrate the occasion!
Linda Meyer says
Yes! A great celebratory breakfast.