Come with me and learn how to make the best banana waffles! This Belgian waffle recipe is light and fluffy on the inside and crisp on the outside. A hit every time!
Favorite waffle toppings: syruphoney, nut butter, slided bananas, berries, chocolate chips, dried coconut, chopped almonds, whipped cream, and more
Instructions
Preheat the waffle iron according to the iron's directions.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, eggs, mashed banana, and pure vanilla extract until combined.
Add the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and brown sugar to the banana mixture. Whisk until just combined and no streaks of flour remain.
Spray the waffle iron with non-stick cooking spray. Add the waffle batter to the waffle iron and cook according to the iron directions, or until the waffles are golden brown and crispy.
Serve the waffles warm with your favorite toppings to serve. Enjoy!
Notes
Leftover waffles keep best frozen in a freezer-safe container for 2-3 months. To reheat them, pop in the toaster on low-to-medium heat for 2-3 minutes, or until the waffles have re-crisped and are golden brown. You can also store waffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator, but they get soggier and softer in the fridge than they do in the freezer.
To make homemade buttermilk (also known as "sour milk"): add 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar to a 1-cup measuring cup. Add 1 or 2% milk and fill to the 1-cup line. Stir well and sit for 4-5 minutes, or until the milk is lightly curdled.
For best results, weigh the flour. It is the most accurate way to measure the flour. Scales only cost around $10 on Amazon and flour is the only ingredient I encourage you to weigh. If you don't have a scale, the second best way to measure is by spooning and leveling the flour into measuring cups.
Keep cooked waffles warm in an oven preheated to 200 degrees while the other waffles cook or for up to 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/8 of the recipeCalories: 212kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 64mgSodium: 543mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g