Banana Oatmeal Waffles (4 Ingredients)

These Banana Oatmeal Waffles are soft, fluffy healthy breakfast waffles made with just 4 ingredients. They are delicious and easy to meal prep a healthy, soft, and fluffy breakfast.

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Banana Oatmeal Waffles

These Banana Oatmeal Waffles are soft, fluffy healthy breakfast waffles made with just 4 ingredients. They are delicious and easy to meal prep a healthy breakfast.

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Prep Time: 10 minutes mins

Cook Time: 10 minutes mins

Total Time: 20 minutes mins

Course: Breakfast, Dessert

Cuisine: Belgian, French

Servings: 16 waffles

Calories: 100.2 kcal

Author: Carine Claudepierre

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Ingredients

US Customary – Metric

• ▢ 3 cups Rolled Oats - (note 1)
• ▢ 3 large Ripe Bananas - equivalent1 cup +1/2 cup mashed bananas (note 2)
• ▢ 2 cups Almond Milk - (note 3)
• ▢ 3 tablespoons Mild-Flavor Olive Oil - (note 4)

Optional

• ▢ 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Instructions

• In a high-speed blender, add rolled oats, peeled ripe bananas, almond milk, olive oil, and vanilla extract if desired.
• Blend on high speed until a smooth batter forms.
• Transfer to a mixing bowl and let it rest for 20 minutes. It will thicken as the fiber in the oats binds with the liquid.
• Prewarm a waffle iron during the last 5 minutes of the batter resting time to give the iron time to be piping hot.
• Use a pastry brush and avocado oil to brush the waffle iron plate then pour 1/3 cup of batter per waffle.
• Close the waffle iron, cook for 4 minutes, then open it and check. If the waffles are golden brown, they are ready. They should be soft and fluffy not crispy as there's no flour.
• Let them cool down on a cooling rack for a few minutes then serve with fruits and maple syrup.

Notes

Note 1: Use gluten-free certified rolled oats if needed.

Note 2: If you are unsure of your banana sizes, mash on a plate first, pack the mashed banana in cups to get 1 cup + 1/2 cup, then add in the blender. Use ripe bananas to avoid added sugar in the recipe.

Note 3: Any plant-based milk works in this recipe like oat milk, soy milk, or coconut milk.

Note 4: Any low-flavor oil works. You need oil, or the batter sticks to the waffle plate.

Storage: Store the waffles in the fridge in an airtight container, and refrigerate for up to 3 days. You can freeze the waffles in a Ziploc bag. Place a piece of parchment paper between each so they are easy to thaw one by one, otherwise, they stick together and you will have to thaw the pack. Thaw in the fridge a day before eating.

Rewarming: Rewarm in a bread toaster or waffle iron.

Serving: Serve with maple syrup, berries, banana slices, chocolate chips, or chopped nuts and seeds.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1waffle (1/3 cup) | Calories: 100.2kcal | Carbohydrates: 16.2g | Protein: 2.4g | Fat: 3.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1.8g | Sodium: 41.8mg | Potassium: 146.3mg | Fiber: 2.3g | Sugar: 3.3g | Vitamin A: 16.3IU | Vitamin C: 2.2mg | Calcium: 46.7mg | Iron: 0.7mg | Magnesium: 27.9mg | Phosphorus: 67.9mg | Zinc: 0.6mg

Ingredients and Substitutions

You only need 4 ingredients to make this simple recipe. Here’s how to pick and swap them.

• Rolled Oats – These form the base of the waffles, providing a healthy and hearty texture. Use gluten-free certified oats if needed.
• Ripe Bananas – These add natural sweetness and moisture. The riper, the sweeter the waffles.
• Almond Milk – This provides the liquid for the batter. Oat milk, soy milk, or coconut milk also work.
• Light Olive Oil – This prevents sticking to the waffle iron. Any low-flavor oil works.
• Vanilla Extract (Optional) – This enhances the overall flavor.

How to Make Banana Oatmeal Waffles

This recipe is super simple, here’s how to make it in a few pictures.

Pour the ingredients in a large blender.

Blend the mixture until smooth.

Transfer the batter to a mixing bowl and let it rest.

Warm a waffle iron and oil the irons with a brush.

Pour 1/3 cup of batter per waffle and close the iron for 4 minutes.

When the waffles are cooked, open the iron. They should be crispy.

Carine’s Tips

Let me share a few tips to make perfect waffles.

• Protein Boost – Add 1 scoop of plant-based protein powder to the batter for crispier waffles with added protein. Using soy milk instead of almond milk also increases the protein content.
• Oil for Non-Stick – While you can skip the oil, it helps prevent the waffles from sticking to the iron.
• Gluten-Free Option – Use gluten-free certified rolled oats if you have a gluten sensitivity.
• Chocolate Chip – Stir in 1/2 cup of chocolate chips for a delicious chocolate banana flavor.
• Avoid Extra Moisture – Do not add berries or other moist ingredients directly to the batter as it can affect the cooking and texture.
• Hot Waffle Iron – Ensure the waffle iron is piping hot before adding the batter.
• Storage and Reheating – Store leftover waffles in the fridge or freezer and reheat in a toaster or waffle iron.

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