Simply Perfect Quinoa Waffles
The base is very neutral, delicious on it's own yes, but can be dressed up to your liking.
Servings: 6 Waffles
Calories: 249kcal
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups Bob's Red Mill 1-to1 Baking Flour
- 1/2 cup cooked quinoa
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar any variety, I used coconut
- 1 1/4 cup unsweetened almond/coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons neutral oil I like coconut
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs separated
optional toppings:
- fresh berries
- chopped bananas
- chocolate chips
- toasted coconut chips
Instructions
- Whisk flour, quinoa, baking powder, salt and sugar in a large mixing bowl. Set aside.
- Gather two mixing bowls. Separate eggs, placing yolks in one bowl, whites in the other.
- Add almond milk and oil to bowl contain yolks. Beat until smooth.
- Using a clean, dry hand mixer, beat egg whites into stiff peeks, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- Pour almond milk-egg mixture into dry ingredients and mix until just incorporated. Fold in egg whites.
- Set aside while waffle iron preheats. Here's the one I use - I love it!
- When ready, add about 1/2 cup of batter to the iron. Cook according to manufacturer's instructions or until crispy. Place cooked waffles on a cooling rack and keep warm in a 200 degree oven (avoid stacking as they'll get soggy).
- Serve with desired toppings and enjoy. Happy waffle eating!
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 249kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 290mg | Potassium: 224mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 95IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 156mg | Iron: 1.7mg