Description
This Easy Gluten Free Oat Waffles recipe yields 6 delicious Belgian-style waffles made with nutritious oat flour and naturally sweetened with maple syrup. Perfect for a gluten-free breakfast or brunch, these waffles are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The recipe uses simple ingredients and a straightforward method, making it accessible to all skill levels. Enjoy them topped with your favorite syrup, nut butter, or fresh fruit for a wholesome start to your day.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups (128 grams) oat flour, certified gluten-free if necessary
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Pinch of cinnamon (optional)
Wet Ingredients
- ¾ cup room temperature milk of choice (light coconut milk, nut milk, or cow’s milk)
- ¼ cup + 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil, or 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the oat flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon if using. Ensure the ingredients are evenly distributed for a consistent batter.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the milk, melted coconut oil or butter, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until fully combined. Warm the wet mixture gently in short microwave intervals if the coconut oil solidifies, until smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and gently stir with a large spoon until just mixed. The batter can remain slightly lumpy. Let the batter rest for 10 minutes to allow the oat flour to absorb the liquid fully.
- Preheat Waffle Iron: While the batter rests, plug in your waffle iron to preheat. If your waffle maker has settings, set the temperature or browning dial to medium-high for optimal crispiness.
- Cook Waffles: Stir the rested batter briefly. Pour enough batter onto the waffle iron to cover the surface but avoid overfilling. Close the lid and cook until the waffles are deeply golden and crisp.
- Serve and Store: Transfer the cooked waffles to a cooling rack or baking sheet, spacing them apart to maintain crispness. To keep them warm, place the waffles in a 200°F oven until serving. Repeat with the remaining batter and serve hot with maple syrup, nut butter, or other favorite toppings.
Notes
- Use certified gluten-free oat flour to ensure the recipe is gluten-free.
- The batter can be slightly lumpy; avoid over-mixing to keep waffles light and tender.
- Resting the batter allows oat flour to hydrate, improving texture and thickness.
- Adjust cooking time according to your waffle iron’s settings for perfect crispiness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in a toaster or oven for best texture.
