Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, these Flax Seed Belgian Waffles are a wholesome breakfast you will want to make again and again. They are vegan-friendly, made with a blend of whole wheat pastry flour and all-purpose flour for the perfect texture, and boosted with flax seeds for extra nutrition.
My mother recently gave us a Belgian waffle maker – one of the flippy kinds. I was pretty nervous to try it, I must admit. We had always had the thinner waffles and I was a bit worried that the batter wouldn’t rise up to fill the upper nooks & crannies.. But it worked! [[That’s what the whole flippy feature is for, right?]]
These Flax Seed Belgian Waffles have really good flavor. The first time we made them I think I ate my fill of waffles just by nibbling at the cooked ones before we even sat down to eat –> read: you don’t really need much syrup to make them tasty. But! When you do top them with a bit of butter, drown them in syrup, and sprinkle with powdered sugar, they become downright irresistible.
With our calculations, one batch makes about 5 waffles and feeds 3 people. If you don’t eat as much as we do, then you could get away with feeding one batch to 4 people. Or just make two batches, throw the extras in the freezer, and have tasty waffles ready for the next week! This is what I usually do… there can never be too many waffles around here. Ever.
Why I Love This Recipe
- Nutritious and delicious with healthy omega-3s and fiber from flax seeds
- Perfect texture that is light, fluffy, and crisp in all the right places
- Freezer-friendly for easy make-ahead breakfasts
- Completely vegan with no dairy or eggs needed
Tips for the Best Waffles
- Know your waffle iron. Some models signal that the waffles are ready before they are fully cooked. Set a timer for about 4 minutes and check for golden brown edges.
- Cool before freezing. Let the waffles cool completely on a wire rack before placing them in a freezer bag. They will keep for up to 2 months.
- Add extra flavor. Try adding a pinch of cinnamon or a handful of blueberries to the batter.
Topping Ideas
- Fresh berries and maple syrup
- Sliced bananas with peanut butter
- Powdered sugar for a simple finish
- Coconut whipped cream for an indulgent touch
Flax Seed Belgian Waffles (Vegan)
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup whole wheat pastry flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp white granulated sugar
- 5 tbsp melted butter
- 2 tbsp ground flax seed
- 5 tbsp water
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups almond milk
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat your waffle iron.
- Combine the flax seed and water in a small bowl, set aside.
- Combine the almond milk and apple cider vinegar in a measuring cup, set aside.
- Add the flours, baking powder, salt, and sugar to a medium bowl and mix well.
- Melt the butter in another medium bowl. Slowly add the almond milk mixture to the butter, whisking vigorously while pouring it in. Add the flax mixture and the vanilla, mix well.
- Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and mix well until few lumps remain (do not overmix).
- Cook the waffles according to your waffle maker’s instructions.
- Eat right away, or cool on a wire rack and freeze in a zip-top bag for future enjoyment.
Equipment
- Waffle iron
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
Notes
Nutrition
Recipe FAQs
Yes. Replace the flours with your favorite gluten-free all-purpose blend.
Yes, if you are not vegan you can use regular butter.
Almond milk is great but oat, soy, or coconut milk also work well.
