Fresh Vegan Waffles with Maple Syrup

Fresh vegan waffles
Fresh vegan waffles for breakfast

What’s for breakfast? Freshly made Vegan Waffles with Maple Syrup! If you’re tired of oatmeal, then this easy recipe is just for you.

One of the best breakfast dishes ever is waffles! Make these Vegan Waffles and serve them with fresh berries and vegan coconut yogurt or even ice cream. They only take 4-6 minutes to cook in the waffle maker.

For more vegan breakfast ideas, try Our Favorite Vegan Breakfast Burritos or make these Vegan Pancakes – Easy Recipe

Vegan waffles with fresh strawberries
Vegan waffles with fresh strawberries

What to use instead of eggs for these vegan waffles

Usually, waffles are made with an egg which acts as a binder and helps the texture. We’ve used flaxseed instead. Flaxseeds are full of health benefits and are a great egg substitute.

All you need to do is soak the flaxseeds for 15 minutes in the refrigerator to make a vegan egg substitute!

To find more vegan egg replacement options, read: Our Best Vegan Egg Substitutes

How to make these vegan waffles

Here are a few tips to help you make this recipe.

To make your waffles fluffier, let them rest for an hour

If you have time, put the waffle mixture into the refrigerator and let it stand for 1 hour. Believe us, the waffles will come out fluffier!

Use a whisk to mix

Whisking the ingredients will make the batter smoother and it will also make the waffles fluffier.

Whisk the vegan waffle batter
Use a whisk to mix the batter

Remove the waffle from the waffle maker as soon as it’s golden brown

Place a ¼ cup of waffle mixture into the waffle maker, and cook for about 4-6 minutes. Remove the waffle as soon as it’s done to prevent burning.

Cooked waffle in waffle maker
Keep an eye on the waffles to prevent burning

Freeze leftover waffles

Leftover waffles can be frozen for up to 4 months. If you have extra, pop them in an airtight container in the freezer. Defrost them before putting them in the waffle maker for a couple of minutes to crisp.

Serve the vegan waffles with maple syrup and your choice of fresh fruit. If you’re feeling like ice cream, try our Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe.

Vegan waffles with ice cream
Vegan waffles with ice cream

Vegan Waffles with Maple Syrup

Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 T ground flaxseeds
  • ¼ cup water
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • A pinch of salt
  • 1 t baking soda
  • 1 t vanilla extract
  • 2 T coconut oil, melted
  • 2 T maple syrup, plus extra for serving
  • 2 cups vegan milk alternative
  • Fresh strawberries

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, mix the flaxseed with the water and let it stand in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
  • In the meantime, sift the flour, salt, and baking soda together.
  • Add the vanilla, coconut oil, and maple syrup to the flaxseed mixture.
  • Whisk while adding the dry ingredients alternatively with the milk.
  • Heat the waffle maker to medium-high.
  • When the green light turns on, add ¼ cup of waffle batter to the iron.
  • Cook for 4-6 minutes.
  • Serve with fresh berries, maple syrup, and ice cream.