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A stack of banana waffles topped with banana slices sits on a white plate. Nearby, theres a block of butter, an extra bowl of banana slices, a bunch of whole bananas, and a milk jug on a plaid tablecloth.
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BEST Soft and Fluffy Banana Waffles

These banana waffles turn those spotty bananas into a golden, fluffy breakfast that’ll make you forget all about regular waffles. The naturally sweet banana adds moisture and flavor that takes these from good to absolutely irresistible.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 large waffles
Author: Melissa Griffiths

Ingredients

  • 1 medium banana
  • 2 tablespoons light oil such as canola or vegetable
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 1/3 cup milk

Instructions

  • Preheat the waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, add the banana and use a fork to mash very well.
  • Add the oil and eggs, and beat to combine well.
  • Add the flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and cinnamon to the bowl, and stir until just combined.
  • Add the milk and stir until just combined.
  • Make the waffles according to the waffle maker's directions.
  • When one waffle is done, let it rest on a wire wrack, taking care not to stack the waffles.
  • Serve hot with your favorite toppings such a maple syrup, buttermilk syrup, sliced bananas, pecans, whipped cream, or even chocolate sauce, Nutella, or peanut butter on top.

Notes

  • You can substitute whole wheat flour for all-purpose flour without any issues; add an extra splash of milk if the mixture is too thick.
  • This is an easy recipe to scale up if you are cooking for a crowd.
  • For the best texture, mash your bananas until they're completely smooth with no large chunks. This ensures even distribution throughout the batter and prevents soggy spots in your waffles.
  • If making multiple batches, place finished waffles directly on an oven rack (not stacked) at 200°F to keep them warm and crispy until serving. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1 of 6 waffles | Calories: 270kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 351mg | Potassium: 212mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 180IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 201mg | Iron: 2mg

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