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    Hummusapien » Recipes » Breakfast » Blender Oatmeal Apple Waffles (gluten-free and kid-friendly!)

    ★★★★★ from 4 reviews

    Blender Oatmeal Apple Waffles (gluten-free and kid-friendly!)

    Published Oct 12, 2022 · Modified Oct 12, 2022 · by Alexis Joseph · 12 Comments

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    Scrumptious whole grain Apple Waffles made in the blender with simple ingredients are the ultimate healthy breakfast recipe! Fluffy, crispy, and no added sugar--perfect for toddlers, too. Gluten free!

    waffle on plate with fork

    My toddler and I are going to be fighting over who gets the last waffle, that's a fact.

    Holy moly, fluffy homemade waffles are so much easier than you think! And listen, I've always deemed myself a pancake or french toast gal through and through. But the crisp butteriness of waffles from scratch...they just get me.

    When you've had your fill of baked oatmeal and you're ready for the textural heaven that is a hot off the press waffle, you know where to find me.

    How to make apple waffles

    1. Melt butter (I place it in a small bowl and microwave for about a minute). Set aside.
    2. Place remaining ingredients except apple in a high-speed blender or Nutribullet.
    3. Blend until smooth. Set batter aside to thicken and preheat waffle iron.
    4. Spray with cooking spray.Use ⅓ or ½ measuring cup to spoon bater onto iron and cook for 5-6 minutes, or until golden.
    5. Serve with your favorite waffle toppings!
    blender cup with oats and cinnamon

    Key ingredients

    • Old-fashioned oats: The hearty 100% whole grain base of our waffles, also known as rolled oats.
    • Applesauce: We're swapping some of the traditional milk with applesauce for even more wholesome apple goodness. Look for unsweetened--the only ingredients should be apple and water.
    • Milk: Necessary liquid for volume. Any milk, like cow's, almond, oat, or coconut milk work.
    • Butter: Butter makes these waffles so flavorful. Salted or unsalted is fine. You can also use melted coconut oil or vegan buttery spread.
    • Eggs: Eggs add fluff, fat, protein, and help with rising.
    • Cinnamon: For amazing apple flavor. A pinch of allspice and nutmeg is great, too!
    • Baking powder: For rise and fluff!
    • Salt: So important to enhance the flavor.
    • Apple: We're folding in little apple chunks for amazing texture! I like to use organic apples.

    What makes these waffles healthy?

    This dietitian loves nutrient-packed breakfasts that are easy and accessible! Not only do these homemade waffles taste amazing but they also boast some serious health benefits.

    • zero added sugar (amazing for toddlers!) or refined flour
    • 100% whole grain
    • gluten free (use certified gluten-free oats)
    • packed with filling fiber and protein (4g and 6g, respectively)
    waffle in waffle iron

    How do you know when waffles are done?

    I learned that under-cooking waffles is a common cause of less than crispy waffles. I like to cook mine for at least 5 minutes and ideally 6 minutes per waffle.

    They should be deep golden brown in color, and this will likely be past when the waffle maker says they're done.

    What to serve with waffles

    These hearty waffles asre incredible on their own since they're filling, but you can also pair them with:

    • Mediterranean Vegetable Quiche for a savory side
    • a smear of peanut butter
    • sautéed apples (cook small dice apples with a pat of butter and cinnamon until softened)
    • good old butter, maple syrup, or whipped cream!

    How to store

    Store waffles in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

    waffle with apple pieces

    Freezing tips

    These easy gems freeze beautifully for make ahead breakfasts! Simple freeze in an even layer in a baggie laid flat or on a baking sheet. Once frozen, transfer to a freezer-safe bag and freeze for up to 3 months.

    To reheat, you can pop them directly in the toaster.

    Can I make them without a blender?

    Yes! You can whisk dry ingredients in a mixing bowl and then whisk wet ingredients in a separate bowl. Add wet to dry and mix. If you're not using store bought oat flour, you'll need to blend the oats first to make flour.

    Can I use quick oats?

    Unfortunately rolled oats, or old fashioned oats, are best suited for the texture of this recipe. Don't use instant or steel cut oats.

    Can I make these egg free?

    Eggs add structure, rise, and help bind the waffle batter. Unfortunately I haven't tried these with flax eggs!

    Can I make these dairy free?

    Yes! Use non-dairy milk and vegan butter or coconut oil.

    apple waffle with fork taking bite

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    waffle with apple pieces

    Apple Waffles Recipe

    ★★★★★ 5 from 4 reviews
    • Author: Alexis Joseph
    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 25 minutes
    • Total Time: 35 minutes
    • Yield: 5 large or 10 small waffles 1x
    • Category: Breakfast
    • Method: Waffle Iron
    • Cuisine: American
    • Diet: Gluten Free
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    Description

    Scrumptious whole grain Apple Waffles made in the blender with oatmeal and applesauce are the ultimate healthy breakfast recipe! Fluffy, crispy, and no added sugar--perfect for toddlers, too. Gluten free!


    Ingredients

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    • ¼ cup butter, melted and slightly cooled
    • 1 ½ cups old fashioned oats (certified gluten-free if needed)
    • 1 ½ tsp baking powder
    • 1 tsp cinnamon
    • ¼ tsp fine sea salt
    • ¾ cup unsweetened applesauce
    • ½ cup milk of choice (I use almond milk)
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1 medium apple, cored and chopped into small ¼ inch pieces (Fuji, Honeycrisp, or Gala)

    Instructions

    1. Combine oats, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, applesauce, milk, eggs, vanilla, and melted butter in a blender or Nutribullet. It will bubble, that's normal. Blend until smooth (about 30 seconds in the Nutribullet). Stir in apple.
    2. Preheat waffle maker to "medium" and let batter sit for at least 5 minutes to thicken while waffle iron heats up.
    3. Once hot, spray with cooking spray. Add ⅓ to ½ cup batter depending on the size of your waffle maker. Cook for 5-6 minutes each, or until waffles are a deep golden brown. Once done, transfer to a cooling rack so they stay crisp. Spray iron between each waffle. Serve with butter, peanut butter, maple syrup, or apples sautéed in a bit of butter and cinnamon! 

    Notes

    For extra crispy waffles, you can pop them in the toaster.

    If you love spice, you can add ⅛ tsp nutmeg and ¼ tsp allspice.

    DAIRY FREE: Use non-dairy milk and coconut oil.

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    About Alexis Joseph

    Oh HEY there! I'm Alexis Joseph, food writer, blogger, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), new mama, and co-founder of local restaurant group, Alchemy. I use my passion for cooking and wellness as fuel to help others ignite a more freeing and happy relationship with food. Learn more about Alexis!

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    1. Alicia says

      December 06, 2022 at 2:10 pm

      My 2.5 year old and I both loved these! Very fluffy and super easy to make, great way to use up my apples too. Also made my house smell so good!

      ★★★★★

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      • Alexis Joseph says

        December 06, 2022 at 2:39 pm

        How fun that these were a hit with your little one! Thanks so much, Alicia!

        Reply
    2. Kathleen says

      November 12, 2022 at 1:36 pm

      I made these, they smell and taste so good. I am presently using them to make myself a grilled cheese sandwich!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        November 15, 2022 at 4:00 pm

        That sounds so good, thanks Kathleen!

        Reply
    3. Andrea says

      November 07, 2022 at 2:09 pm

      This is a very good recipe. I like the use of applesauce and apples to add natural sweetness. Yet another great recipe Alexis 🙂

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        November 07, 2022 at 2:22 pm

        So glad you loved these, Andrea!

        Reply
    4. Jan says

      October 20, 2022 at 8:07 pm

      These exceeded my expectations. Such good flavor, and so easy!

      ★★★★★

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      • Alexis Joseph says

        October 20, 2022 at 8:09 pm

        Right?! So glad they were a hit!

        Reply
    5. Meg T says

      October 15, 2022 at 4:15 pm

      I have a pear tree so have a ton of pears so I subbed pears and pearsauce for the apples. I also shredded them using a box grater (vs chopping) and used 1/3 whole wheat flour instead of all oats. Turned out very yummy!!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        October 18, 2022 at 5:53 pm

        How fun to use pears here, I love that! Thanks so much for letting me know, Meg!

        Reply
    6. Chelsy says

      October 12, 2022 at 2:35 pm

      These look delish!
      My kids are more pancake eaters, any recs on shifting to a flapjack 🙂

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        October 12, 2022 at 5:19 pm

        I feel that! You can try the pancakes linked at the top of the post, addd cinnamon and top the pancake batter with diced apple when cooking.

        Reply

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