Beet and Banana Waffles
A nutritious and colorful twist on traditional waffles, packed with beets and bananas, perfect for a healthy breakfast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Waffle Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas
- 1 cup grated cooked beets
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Butter or oil for greasing the waffle iron
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until uniformly mixed.
- Blend wet ingredients: In another bowl, combine the mashed bananas, grated beets, eggs, milk, and honey or maple syrup (if using). Mix until smooth.
- Combine mixtures: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- Prepare waffle iron: Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Lightly grease it with butter or oil.
- Cook the waffles: Pour the batter onto the heated waffle iron, using enough to cover the area without overflowing. Cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions until the waffles are golden brown and crisp.
- Serve immediately: Serve warm with your favorite toppings such as fresh fruit, syrup, or yogurt.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, substitute with almond flour. Fresh cooked beets can be replaced with canned beets in a pinch.
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