When I’m developing a recipe, I try to come back and make notes about how much I liked (or didn’t like) the end result. This one, after the first try? My notes were “SO GOOD – buttery, crispy, delicious.”
And I still feel the way after the second, third, fourth, and (infinity) times I’ve made this one. I TRULY LOVE THESE WAFFLES.
And bonus? They’re vegan! Yet total crowd-pleasers! And no complicated ingredients here, nuh uh. These Vegan Banana Almond Butter Waffles are so, so easy, and with just a handful of ingredients to boot. Perfect.
They’re based off of my Light & Crispy Vegan Waffles, another super easy yet crowd-goes-wild recipe. I do love those waffles, but sometimes I’m craving waffles with a little more heft – a bit heartier. So I thought I’d throw some almond butter and a banana into the mix and oooooh yeah. New fave right here.
They cook up crispy and golden brown. I love them with slices of banana, pure maple syrup, and a drizzle of warmed almond butter. I’ve even thrown a few hemp seeds on top for a bit of added nutrition. Well, not literally thrown – that sounds messy. And angry. And these waffles make me anything but angry. SO GOOD.
Vegan Banana Almond Butter Waffles
Ingredients
- 1 medium ripe banana
- 3 tablespoons almond butter
- 1 14-ounce can full-fat coconut milk
- 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Topping ideas:
- Vegan butter
- Banana slices
- Almond butter
- Pure maple syrup
- Hemp seeds
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mash together banana and almond butter. Whisk in coconut milk, brown sugar, and vanilla.
- Set a sifter over the bowl. Add flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Sift into the wet ingredients.
- Stir with a spatula until incorporated, but don't over-stir!
- Cook according to waffle maker instructions.
- Serve with assorted toppings!
I’m so glad you’re here! I’m a vegetarian home cook, certified plant-based pro, and mom. I’m married to an enthusiastic carnivore, and my mission is to achieve peace in the kitchen – one tasty recipe at a time. These days, I also try not to ask to speak to the manager.
Could this recipe be used for pancakes? I don’t have a waffle iron.
I haven’t tried it yet! Meanwhile if you do please report back. 🙂 You could also try sneaking some almond butter into this recipe if you’re wanting that glorious banana/almond butter combo: https://www.kitchentreaty.com/gluten-free-vegan-banana-oat-blender-pancakes/
These looks like such a great weekend treat! I love almond butter and bananas together:)
It’s the best combo! 🙂
These were super easy to make and my two year old devoured them! I couldn’t find canned coconut milk so I used from a carton and it worked out well (also subbed in whole wheat flour). Trying to figure out how to make them a little healthier moving forward. Thoughts on cutting the sugar completely and/or subbing in a more high protein flour (maybe almond or oat?) I’m new to this so I’m not sure if that will negatively impact this delicious recipe!
I’m so glad you liked them and that the substitution worked well! The bananas should be sweet enough that you could remove some or all of the sugar if you like. Oat flour I’ve found is a pretty good substitute for wheat flour. Maybe work in a little at a time until you’re happy! Love that you’re making them your own!
Best waffles I’ve ever had!!!