Light and fluffy Banana Buttermilk Waffles with a moist interior and a crispy exterior. Whole oat flour makes these waffles gluten free.
Homemade waffles are such a treat especially on the weekends. They are so much fluffier and tastier than their frozen store bought cousins. You do need a waffle iron but other than that, they are pretty easy to make. Only a few simple ingredients are required and you will be rewarded with a stack of warm delicious waffles enough to feed the entire family. They will surely thank you for them.
Waffle Iron
A waffle iron is definitely a worth while investment. There are a variety of irons out there but I do like those Belgian waffle irons. They usually measure 8 inches in diameter and have a higher grid pattern, forming deep pockets and larger squares in the waffles. The waffles made in these irons tend to be lighter and thicker with a soft moist interior and crispy exterior.
Different Flavors
When it comes to waffles, I like to experiment with a variety of flours and flavors. Since there is gluten sensitivity at our home, I prefer to make gluten-free waffles so that everyone in the family can enjoy them. A favorite at our house are these Buckwheat Waffles which I have made many times. Recently, I also made some Chai Gingerbread Pumpkin Waffles using Heart Smart Bisquick, a pancake and baking mix. These waffles were not gluten free but they were very good. The recipe is posted on my other blog, Tea Tattler.
Gluten Free Whole Oat Flour
For this recipe, I used gluten free whole oat flour, one of my favorite flours for baking. I flavored the waffles with a couple of over ripen bananas and buttermilk. These Banana Buttermilk Waffles turned out to be deliciously light and fluffy with a slightly tangy flavor. They had a crispy texture on the outside, yet were soft and moist on the inside.
Tools Used in Making These Banana Buttermilk Waffles
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• Hamilton Beach Power Deluxe Hand Mixer
• Chef’s Choice Nonstick Classic Belgian Waffle Maker
Banana Buttermilk Waffles
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole oat flour or all-purpose flour (280g)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 2½ cups low fat buttermilk
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 2 large ripe bananas (mashed)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine oat flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add buttermilk, oil, and mashed banana. Beat until combine. Pour this mixture into flour mixture. Stir to get ingredients well incorporated and a smooth batter forms.
- Pour ½ cup batter onto a pre-heated waffle iron and cook until golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Serve immediately with butter, maple syrup, or jam.
Nutrition
Enjoy…..and have a wonderful day! 😎
torviewtoronto says
delicious flavours looks wonderful
Biren says
Thanks Torview!
Ann@Anncoo Journal says
These waffles look very delicious and healthy. I like the waffle iron 🙂
Biren says
Thanks Ann! The waffle iron has performed quite well for me. I actually wanted one of those that can be flipped but I do not have the place to store it when not in use. This one is a little more compact.
rebecca says
these look so good with a morning coffee
Biren says
Thanks Rebecca! Have a lovely weekend! 🙂
Nasifriet says
Hi Biren,
I’m always intrigued with the recipes you posted, esp, the ingredients you have chosen to use. They are either Belgian or Dutch 😀
The “paling” (eel), “witloof” (Belgian endives) and this here, Belgian waffles!! I have eaten loads of these waffles, but have never made them from scratch. Well done, for making these look so easy to make and most importantly, you made a healthy version 🙂
I have the waffle irons but the rectangle ones, more for making the Brussels’ waffles type. They have been stashed away in the cupboard for years. Shame on me 🙁
Biren says
Haha…I timed the posts as such because I know you will be visiting. 😀
You really should bring that waffle iron out. Once you get started making your own waffles, you’d probably want to have it sitting on your counter. 🙂
Ramona says
I have never made waffles (but I have a waffle maker). 🙂 I need to get that thing working…these look great!
Biren says
Oh Ramona! I encourage you to use your waffle iron. Your family will thank you for it. 🙂