Pro Tips

• 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.