Can I use this Waffle batter in a mini waffle maker?

Yes! Just spoon in enough batter to cover the bottom (usually ¼ cup or so) and cook 2–3 minutes.

Can I use only oat flour to make these waffles?

Yes, you can, but the texture will be different. Oat flour alone makes waffles softer and more cake like. Buckwheat flour adds structure and a nutty depth that balances the oat’s mild flavor. The two flours together give you the best of both worlds: crispy edges and a fluffy middle.

Can I make these Vegan Banana Waffles Gluten-Free?

Absolutely! Just use certified gluten-free oat flour and you’re set. Buckwheat is naturally gluten-free, so with the right oat flour this recipe works beautifully for anyone avoiding gluten.

Why are my waffles soggy/soft?

If your waffles are turning out soggy, it’s usually one of two things: either the waffle iron wasn’t hot enough, or you stacked the waffles right after cooking. The trick is to cook until the steam stops escaping from the sides and then cool them in a single layer on a wire rack. That way, the edges stay crisp instead of steaming themselves soft.

How do you make Vegan Banana Waffles crispy without oil?

Cornstarch absorbs surface moisture and forms a delicate coating that crisps up when it hits the hot waffle iron. It also traps steam inside the batter, which gives you that golden shell on the outside and a fluffy center on the inside, all without using oil. Coconut sugar also helps with caramelization, and a fully preheated waffle iron locks it all in. For best results, don’t stack your waffles or the steam will soften them right up.

Can I just make these waffles plain without a banana?

Yes indeed! Sometimes my kiddo just prefers a plain waffle or one with a few mini chocolate chips instead. In that case you can simply omit the banana (or swap for a Tablespoon of vegan mini chocolate chips) and proceed with the recipe as written.

Vegan Banana Waffles — Oil-Free, Crispy & Fluffy

Name: Vegan Banana Waffles — Oil-Free, Crispy and Fluffy
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Plant Based
Ingredients: 1 medium ripe banana – ½ cup mashed (120 g); 1 cup oat flour (100 g); ½ cup buckwheat flour (60 g); 2 teaspoons cornstarch (15 g); 2 Tablespoons coconut sugar (25 g); 1 Tablespoon ground flaxseed (10 g); 2 teaspoons baking powder (8 g); ¼ teaspoon salt (2 g); 1 ½ cups unsweetened plant milk – soy, oat, almond, or cashew all work (360 g); ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (2 g); (Optional: ½ teaspoon cinnamon / 1 g); 1/2 cup Pecans, roughly chopped (55 g); 1 Tablespoon Maple Syrup (15 g); 1 Tablespoon coconut sugar or brown sugar (12 g); (optional) Pinch of cinnamon

Description

Who doesn't love crispy, fluffy vegan banana waffles? This recipe is about to make your Sunday mornings a whole lot sweeter. These oil-free plant based waffles bake up golden with soft centers and crunchy edges that beg for a drizzle of warm maple syrup.

Ingredients

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For the Vegan Banana Waffles

1 medium ripe banana - 1/2 cup mashed (120 g)

1 cup oat flour (100 g)

1/2 cup buckwheat flour (60 g)

2 teaspoons cornstarch (15 g)

2 Tablespoons coconut sugar (25 g)

1 Tablespoon ground flaxseed (10 g)

2 teaspoons baking powder (8 g)

1/4 teaspoon salt (2 g)

1 1/2 cups unsweetened plant milk - soy, oat, almond, or cashew all work (360 g)

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (2 g)

(Optional: 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon / 1 g)

For the Optional Maple-Glazed Pecans

1/2 cup Pecans, roughly chopped (55 g)

1 Tablespoon Maple Syrup (15 g)

1 Tablespoon coconut sugar or brown sugar (12 g)

(optional) Pinch of cinnamon

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Instructions

For the Banana Waffles

Mix the dry ingredients by whisking together the oat flour, buckwheat flour, ground flaxseed, coconut sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.
In a separate bowl, mash the banana until smooth, then stir in the plant milk and vanilla.
Pour the wet mixture into the dry and stir just until combined. The batter should be thick but still pourable—add a splash more milk if it feels too stiff.
Let the batter rest for 5 minutes so the flax can hydrate and the flours can absorb the liquid.
Preheat your waffle iron (lightly spray with non stick spray if needed), then pour in enough batter to cover the grid. Cook until the waffles are golden and crisp—your best cue is when the steam stops escaping from the sides of the iron.
Serve right away with fresh fruit, maple syrup, or a drizzle of nut butter.

Note about cook time: Cook time is based on using a Belgian waffle maker (about 7 minutes per waffle). Time will vary depending on your waffle iron size and style.

For the Optional Maple-Glazed Pecans

Roughly chop the pecans and add them to a small frying pan along with the coconut sugar and maple syrup and cook over medium to low heat for 5-6 minutes.
They will start off bubbling, take a spatula and just keep moving them around the pan to get a nice even candy coating.
After a couple of minutes they'll become more gooey and sticky. Keep stirring and reduce your heat to low.
Once you start to see the gooeyness drying into a sugary candy coating and the pecans have a dry look to them they are done.
Remove from heat. Transfer to a serving dish and allow to cool for a couple of minutes before handling.

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Notes

Candied Pecan Pro Tip: When candying your pecans, be sure to stir frequently to prevent burning. Start on medium heat until you see bubbles then turn heat to low. Once the pecans are done, let them cool completely then add them to the waffles or place them in a decorative dish and let everyone add their own.
Let the batter rest for 5 minutes so the flax can set and the flours hydrate—this helps with crisp edges and a fluffy center.
Waffles are ready when the steam stops escaping from the iron; resist lifting the lid too early.
For a gluten-free version, use certified gluten-free oat flour (buckwheat is naturally gluten-free).
Swap the banana with ½ cup pumpkin puree and swap the cinnamon for pumpkin pie spice. The flavor will totally make you feel like Fall has arrived, and the waffles will still be fluffy and moist!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Breakfast, Brunch
Method: Waffle Iron
Cuisine: Plant Based