Vegan Banana Waffles Recipe (gluten free, oil free)

Whether you’re gluten-free, vegan, or just looking for a quick and easy breakfast option, this vegan waffle recipe is sure to become a new favorite. As someone who is gluten free and allergic to almonds it is so important to me to provide easy gluten free recipes without nuts.

These Vegan Banana Waffles  are your answer to delicious, hassle-free waffles whipped up in under 15 minutes and all in one bowl. They are perfect for weekend breakfasts or sunday brunch. These Vegan Banana Waffles  are made with simple ingredients such as gluten-free flour, plant-based milk, mashed banana, and a touch of cinnamon and coconut sugar. These waffles are light, fluffy, and perfect for busy mornings. They’re also naturally gluten free, dairy-free and can be made low-fat, making them suitable for a variety of dietary needs.

This is a great recipe to use overripe bananas that the whole family will enjoy, just like my gluten free dairy free cinnamon waffles.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE

• 1 Bowl Wonder: Simply mix everything in one bowl, cutting down on dishes.
• Quick Prep: Takes under 15 minutes from start to finish! These Fluffy Vegan Banana Waffles are perfect for hectic mornings.
• Gluten-Free Freedom: Uses certified gluten-free flour, suitable for celiac and gluten-sensitive folks.
• Low-Fat Option: These waffles are made with mashed banana and minimal oil, keeping it light.
• Dairy-Free Delight: Plant-based milk makes it suitable for lactose-intolerant and vegan friends.
• Prep Ahead Magic: Whip up the waffle batter ahead, store in the fridge, and cook waffles in minutes when you’re ready.

INGREDIENTS & SUBSTITUTIONS

All purpose gluten free flour blend: Use a store-bought blend with xanthan gum already in it for ease. Bob’s Red Mill 1-to-1 is a good option. I like to use a blend with oat flour for these gluten-free waffles. You can also look for a blend with white rice flour, almond flour, brown rice flour or coconut flour. Your local grocery store should have many options. Feel free to use all purpose flour or whole wheat flour if you are not gluten free.  I love bobs red mill or king arthur brand.

Baking powder: Leavens the waffles, making them fluffy.

Cinnamon: Adds warm spice, but skip it if you prefer.

Coconut sugar: Sweetens naturally, but maple syrup or honey work too.

Dairy-free milk: Any kind of non-dairy milk or milk substitute, like cashew milk, unsweetened almond milk, rice milk, soy milk, acan of coconut milk, or oat milk. 

Mashed Banana: mashed ripe bananas adds structure without using eggs.

TASTE & TEXTURE

This Vegan banana waffle recipe is light with a fluffy texture and a hint of sweetness from the coconut sugar. The cinnamon adds a subtle warm spice note. The cooked waffles have crispy edges and a soft, fluffy interior. Enjoy the delicious vegan waffles plain or with your favorite toppings!

HOW TO MAKE

1. In a large bowl or large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and coconut sugar.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the plant-based milk, mashed banana, and melted coconut oil until well combined.
3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Don’t overmix, a few lumps are okay!
4. Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Spray lightly with olive oil spray, avocado oil spray, canola oil spray, vegetable oil sporay or non-stick cooking spray if needed.
5. Use a measuring cup to scoop batter, pour about 1/2 cup of batter onto the preheated belgian waffle maker and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove dairy-free waffles from belgian waffle iron and set aside.
6. Repeat with the rest of the batter.
7. Enjoy your belgian waffles warm with your favorite toppings. I like to add fresh fruit, berries, maple syrup, or vegan whipped cream.

EXPERT TIPS & TRICKS 

• Know your iron: Check your waffle iron’s manual for ideal cooking time and temperature. Start lower and adjust if needed.
• Crispy cravings: Want extra crispness? Let the batter sit for 5 minutes before cooking, or cook for an extra minute per waffle.
• Leftover love: A great way to reheat frozen waffles in a toaster or oven for even crispier results.
• Flavor fiesta: Customize! Add chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or spices like nutmeg for exciting variations.
• Batter buddy: The best way to meal prep these is to make a double batch of Vegan Banana Waffles and store half in the fridge for quick waffles throughout the week.
• Prep like a pro: I lie to portion prepped Vegan Waffles onto a baking sheet, freeze, and grab them for on-the-go breakfasts.
• Mini waffles or kid friendly option: Use a mini waffle maker for mini waffles! This will need only a small amount of batter for each waffle and is the perfect breakfast for kids.

HOW TO SERVE & STORE

Serve the easy vegan banana waffles warm. The best thing is you can top the crispy waffles with your favorite toppings such as brown sugar, vegan butter, peanut butter, chocolate chips, pure maple syrup or fresh berries!

Store leftover waffles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat them in a toaster or waffle iron for crispy goodness.

For freezer storage, let Banana Waffles cool completely, then place them in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze for 30 minutes. Transfer to a freezer-safe bag and store for up to 3 months. Reheat from frozen in a toaster oven or waffle iron until warmed through.

Meal prep like a pro! To set yourself up for a quick breakfast, make a double batch of Banana Waffles batter and store half in the fridge for the week. Portion prepped waffles onto a baking sheet and freeze, then grab and go for quick breakfasts on the run.

Vegan Banana Waffles Recipe (gluten free, oil free)

Kayla Cappiello

These Vegan Banana Waffles are so good you wont even realize they're good for you! They're perfect for breakfast, brunch or even to meal prep and store in the freezer for a lazy day!

5 from 1 vote

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Prep Time 2 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Servings 4

Ingredients

  

• 1 1/2 cups gluten-free flour blend
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup coconut sugar
• 1 1/2 cups plant-based milk your preference soy, almond, oat etc.
• 1 mashed banana

Instructions

 

• In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and coconut sugar.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the plant-based milk, mashed banana until well combined.
• Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Don’t overmix, a few lumps are okay!
• Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Spray lightly with non-stick cooking spray if needed.
• Pour about 1/2 cup of batter onto the preheated waffle iron and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
• Repeat with remaining batter.
• Enjoy your waffles warm with your favorite toppings, like fresh fruit, berries, maple syrup, or vegan whipped cream.