Wholesome Oat Waffles by Jennah Jensen
Making waffles is such a sweet childhood pastime but most traditional waffle batters contain refined sugar, oils, and ingredients we don’t necessarily want our children to be consuming. Plus it can be hard to find a tasty gluten-free alternative. Not anymore! These waffles are not only simple to make but they’re pretty healthy too! Like honey, maple syrup is considered to be a natural, unrefined sugar source and has a slightly lower glycemic index than table sugar. The oats are not only a great gluten-free option but also contain a fair amount of fiber, protein and healthy carbohydrates - perfect for sustaining energy levels and good cognition throughout the day! This recipe can make for the perfect weekend activity that the whole family will enjoy! You can get your littles involved by having them help measure, stir and adding their favorite goodies to the batter or waffle topping but most importantly, have fun and soak up these precious moments of parenthood!
Makes 6-8 medium sized waffles
Ingredients:
3 cups old fashioned oats
2 cups oat milk + extra for thinning out batter
6 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons vanilla
3 tablespoons maple syrup
1.5 teaspoons apple cider vinegar - to activate baking powder
topping suggestions (blueberries, strawberries, plant-based chocolate chips, plant based butter, maple syrup, peanut butter) - optional
Cooking Method:
Start by toasting oats in a saucepan preheated to medium heat, stirring continuously for about 2 minutes. This step is optional but it really adds a delicious flavor to your waffles!Remove from heat then add oats to a blender and blend until a flour consistency is achieved.
Add flour to a batter bowl along with the rest of the ingredients. Stir until the batter is smooth.
Preheat your waffle maker to medium heat and add desired amount of batter. The batter will thicken up as it sits so have a few splashes of extra oat milk handy to incorporate into the mixture as needed. If desired, add plant-based chocolate chips or blueberries to your batter! Top with your favorite goodies and enjoy!
Cooking Tips - For crispier waffles, wait until most of the steaming is done before removing from the waffle maker.
If not eaten straight away, waffles can be placed on a cooling rack to prevent from getting soggy.
Extra waffles can be frozen for later.
Don’t have a waffle maker? This batter can be used for pancakes too!
Jennah Jensen is a vegan, blogger and recipe extraordinaire! You can follow along her adventures, find her recipes and be inspired by her musings here and follow along on Instagram @jennahjensen