A while into the process of cutting down on convenience foods, I worked on cutting down on cold cereals. A couple of years ago, cereal is all we ate. I was never one to cook a breakfast. So this was a tough change. Now we eat cereal maybe once or twice a week and these waffles appear often! With their crispy exterior, soft fluffy interior and amazing flavor, we love them! They are actually my favorite waffle and…….. don’t tell anyone…….. they are really healthy too!
I searched for recipes that would be quick to prepare in the morning. I have to get up early enough as it is to get my quiet time in and get kids ready for the bus. To top it off, saying I’m not a morning person is an understatement! I need at least one cup of coffee before I even begin to function. So making some complicated breakfast is out of the question. This recipe is great- It is mostly and quickly prepared the night before and with minimal preparation in the morning you have perfectly delicious and healthy waffles.
As an added benefit the grains are soaked, making them more digestible and healthier. I do prefer to soak grains if I can because I know it is healthier but I honestly am not a fanatic about it— I love my baked goods! But when I can sneak them in- great! These waffles can be frozen and reheated too!
Note:
*****I have also made this in my food processor and it has worked fine********
Overnight Blender Waffles
Ingredients
The night before-Soak the batter
- 1 1/2 cups cultured buttermilk may need more to thin batter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups white whole wheat flour (or spelt or kamut) (can also use 1 cup of white whole wheat or spelt berries in place of flour)
- 1/2 cup rolled oats not quick cook
- 2 tbsp flax seeds or ground flax seed meal
The next morning- Preparing the waffles
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
Instructions
To Make Batter the Night Before
- Place all the ingredients for the night before soak into your blender and blend on high until thoroughly blended. You want to keep the batter somewhat thin- it should create a whirlpool like effect (vortex) in the blender when blending. You may need to add a little more buttermilk to achieve this- so keep an eye on it. Cover blender and allow ingredients to soak overnight.
Step Two- Making the Waffles in the Morning
- Preheat waffle iron to your desired setting.
- Add the egg and blend on highest speed for about one minute. You can also add a little more buttermilk at this time if you notice your batter is too thick (no whirlpool/vortex).
- Briefly blend in the baking powder, baking soda and salt just until blended
- If you have problems with waffles sticking in your waffle iron- brush some olive or coconut oil in the wells. Pour the batter in hot waffle iron. Cook until desired doneness.
- Top with your choice of toppings: butter, maple syrup, fruit, whipped cream, peanut butter, etc.
- Leftover waffles can be wrapped tightly and stored in the refrigerator for a couple of days or in the freezer for a few weeks. Reheat briefly in toaster.
Notes
Can use whole milk kefir in place of the buttermilk
If you have them, you can use 1 cup of whole wheat, kamut, or spelt berries in place of the flour (I wouldn't do this in a food processor, only a blender.) Adapted from The Nourishing Home
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Thanks for sharing this recipe! I tried it using a 50/50 mix of whole wheat flour & all purpose flour, then in the morning added a banana to the mix. Definitely a keeper!
Bananas sound like a great add in!
Just made these TODAY for breakfast and topped with blackberries and maple syrup. My husband loved them and asked if we could make them tomorrow as well. Thanks for the delicious and healthy recipe. I followed it exactly!
I’m so glad you and your husband liked them. I know it’s always a huge plus when my husband likes something too! Thanks for commenting 🙂
What a great recipe! I’m not a big fan of waffles myself, but my husband and kid are always asking for them, so I will definitely be trying this out for them! 🙂
They have been a hit with my family and friends. And they are actually pretty healthy too! I hope your family likes them 🙂