Whole-Wheat Waffles are fluffy, crisp, and delicious—everything you love about waffles but just a touch healthier!
Is This Whole-Wheat Waffles Recipe Healthy?Are Waffle Batter And Pancake Batter The Same Thing?FAQs & TipsServing SuggestionsRecipe
Sometimes it’s just a little alteration that takes something from so-so to healthy, from an okay choice to a real feel-good choice. And while switching in whole-wheat flour for white flour might not be earth-shattering, it’s not nothing. If getting more whole grains into your diet is a goal, it’s a great place to start, especially if it puts you on a path to more fabulous breakfasts like this one!
That’s why I’m going to tell you about these whole-wheat waffles, a fabulous dish that I’ve found can appeal to any diner, young or old, picky or adventurous. If you have stuck in your mind that whole-wheat anything is heavy or grainy, think again. Using the right ingredients and the right techniques will give you fluffy, flavorful waffles you’ll want to make on repeat. Whole wheat won’t make everything it touches healthy, but getting it into your everyday meals is a great habit to get into. What better start than a batch of fabulous waffles?
Is This Whole-Wheat Waffles Recipe Healthy?
These waffles are made with only whole-wheat flour, no refined white flour, so they have slightly more fiber and nutrients than conventional recipes. The waffles are also fairly low in added sugar and calories. If saturated fat is a concern for you, opt for using vegetable oil instead of melted butter in the batter. But as with all waffles, it’s what you put on them that can really make a difference in their nutritional profile. Toppings like fresh fruit, no-sugar-added preserves, or even a poached egg will skew your waffles toward the healthier side, while butter and syrup will increase the amount of fat and sugar.
Are Waffle Batter And Pancake Batter The Same Thing?
Though they do seem very much alike, there are differences that separate waffle batter from pancake batter. Apart from the obvious—pancakes are usually round and done on a griddle while waffles are crispy on the outside, usually square, and cooked in an iron—the batter itself is also different. Waffle batter is thicker and has more baking powder (so, lighter and crispier). Can you use, say, pancake batter in a waffle iron? There’s nothing physically stopping you, but the batter will be thin and may spread out more, resulting in a thinner, less crispy waffle that probably won’t be as fluffy. Inversely, thick waffle batter may not cook evenly if used for pancakes.
FAQs & Tips
Let leftover waffles cool completely, then store them in an airtight container or individually wrapped in the fridge for up to 2 days. You can also freeze them for up to 4 months. If you plan on stacking them, put a piece of parchment paper or wax paper between each. You can also flash freeze them by laying them out on a cookie tray and putting the whole thing in the freezer until they’re solid. Then you have the option of just stacking them in a freezer-safe bag. To reheat frozen waffles, you can toast them straight from frozen like you would an Eggo.
Yes, you can make the batter up to 2 days in advance and store it in the fridge. The flavors will meld, and the flour will get a chance to fully hydrate, which should all lead to better waffles. And yes, you can make these waffles and keep them warm in a low oven (about 200°F) for up to 30 minutes while you wait for guests to arrive. Just don’t stack them, or they may get soggy.
Lukewarm milk will help the ingredients blend together more easily. It will also ensure that the melted butter doesn’t cool down and clump in the batter. Lukewarm is considered about body temperature, so if you dip a clean finger in the milk, it should feel neither particularly warm nor cool.
The leaveners baking soda and baking powder have slightly different properties, so you shouldn’t use them interchangeably. But in a pinch, you can substitute 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda plus 1/2 teaspoon of cream of tartar for each teaspoon of baking powder.
Serving Suggestions
Unless you’re making these waffles for “brinner” (that’s “brunch for dinner,” in case you didn’t know!), you’re probably going to have them first thing in the day. And while syrup and butter are a crowd-pleaser, you also have plenty of other options. Fresh fruit is a classic, or you could try this easy Strawberry Sauce Recipe or Healthy Strawberry Chia Jam. You could spread them with Peanut Butter Dip or your favorite yogurt. Or go savory and top them with your sliced cheese and/or Easy Air-Fryer Poached Eggs or Fried Eggs In The Microwave (speedy!). And if you are having them for brinner or dinner, nothing beats Chicken And Waffles!
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