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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast and Brunch

    Easy 5-Ingredient Plantain Waffles Recipe

    Published: Feb 2, 2024 by Mariska Ramondino · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Plantain waffles next to a small bowl with maple syrup and a small bowl with nut butter.

    These sweet plantain waffles are just what you need to make an easy and delicious breakfast.

    They are made with ripe yellow plantains, and almond flour and deliciously sweetened with dates, making them the perfect choice for those seeking a healthier morning meal.

    Plantain waffles next to a small bowl with maple syrup and a small bowl with nut butter.

    I love waffles, whether savory like my almond flour breakfast chaffles or subtly sweet like these gluten-free oat waffles or buckwheat waffles.

    They quickly come together, and you can serve them as a healthy breakfast or turn a bunch of waffles into a festive waffle board for a weekend brunch or party.

    This simple recipe features sweet plantains, one of my favorite fruits to cook with. Let's make them!

    Note: Check out this healthy plantain breakfast to switch things up.

    Jump to:
    • Why You'll Love This Recipe
    • Ingredients
    • How To Make It
    • Helpful Tips
    • Serving Suggestions
    • Storage
    • More Waffle Recipes You Might Like
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    Why You'll Love This Recipe

    • It's a quick plantain waffle recipe: From start to finish, they are served at the table in 20 minutes.
    • They are naturally sweet: Ripe yellow plantains and dates make these waffles already naturally sweet.
    • They have a lovely texture: They are flavorful and fluffy, with a slightly crisp exterior.
    • They are healthier, Paleo-friendly, and gluten-free.

    Ingredients

    See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

    Coconut cream, eggs, sweet plantains, dates, and almond flour displayed on a table.
    • Medium-ripe plantains: Look for yellow with black spots or brown spots. The sweeter the plantains, the sweeter the waffles. Get some more to make my Healthy Plantain Breakfast.
    • Eggs: Use two large ones.
    • Coconut Cream: It has a neutral flavor but will contribute to that crisp exterior.
    • Dates: Adds a touch of extra natural sweetness without any added sugar. Use leftovers to sweeten a cold brew latte or make this moist date cake.
    • Almond flour: Adds a lovely structure and flavor to the waffles and keeps them gluten-free.

    How To Make It

    See the full recipe with measurements in the recipe card.

    A series of steps showing how to make plantain waffles.

    Step One (Picture 1 above) - In a blender, blend plantains, eggs, dates, and coconut cream until smooth.

    Step Two (Picture 2 above) - Transfer the blended liquid to a small bowl and stir in the almond flour.

    Step Three (Picture 3 above) - Ensure the almond flour is well incorporated and you obtain a smooth waffle batter consistency.

    Step Four (Picture 4 above) - Preheat your regular waffle maker to its highest setting. Using a ¼ cup scoop, pour the batter on the well-greased waffle iron plates, ensuring it's spread in a single layer. Cook until golden brown, or your waffle maker shows a little green light. Place the cooked waffles on a wire rack to cool.

    Helpful Tips

    • Brush both sides of the waffle iron plates generously with additional coconut oil or avocado oil.⁣ You can use a heat-proof pastry brush.
    • I usually preheat my waffle iron using the highest setting—setting 7 on my waffle iron. That gives you crispy and brown waffles when cooked for about 6 to 7 minutes. 
    • Make sure your waffle iron is adequately greased and pre-heated before adding the waffle batter.
    • The riper the plantains, the sweeter the waffles, but you can also use a few more dates to make it sweeter, if preferred.
    • Do not stack waffles on top of each other until properly cooled. Best to lay them in a single layer on a wire rack to let the steam escape.
    • Since waffle machines vary, be sure to follow the manufacturer's guidelines.
    • You can reheat leftovers in a toaster or toaster oven.

    Serving Suggestions

    A bite taken out of a plantain waffle and stacked on top of other baked waffles.

    Serve your plantain waffles with (a few ideas):

    • A dollop of coconut cream
    • A drizzle of maple syrup
    • A sprinkle of dark chocolate chips
    • A little bit of this quick spiced apricot jam (delicious)
    • Homemade chocolate peanut butter

    Storage

    These plantain waffles stay well for a few days in an airtight container at room temperature, or wrap them in parchment paper once cooled.

    Throw them in the toaster to refresh their crispiness.

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    This recipe is a fantastic way to enjoy plantains in a different way, and it's sure to delight the whole family. Enjoy!

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    Plantain waffles next to a small bowl with maple syrup and a small bowl with nut butter.

    Easy 5-Ingredient Plantain Waffles Recipe

    Mariska Ramondino
    These sweet 5-ingredient plantain waffles come together in no time and are a healthy breakfast or brunch option—gluten-free, Paleo-friendly.
    5 from 4 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 15 minutes mins
    Total Time 20 minutes mins
    Course Breakfast and Brunch
    Cuisine American

    Equipment

    • 1 Waffle Maker
    • 1 high-speed blender
    Servings 7 Waffles

    Ingredients
     

    • 2 large ripe, yellow and spotted plantains (sweet), peeled and chopped About 650 grams weighed with peel on.
    • 2 large eggs
    • 2 large pitted (Medjool) dates Use a few more for a sweeter taste
    • 1 (5.4-FL-ounces or 160 ml) can unsweetened coconut cream
    • 1 ½ cups almond flour 156 grams
    • A tad of coconut oil to grease the waffle iron plates.

    Instructions
     

    • Place plantains, eggs, dates, and coconut cream in a blender. Blend until smooth and you have a yellowish liquid.
      2 large ripe, yellow and spotted plantains (sweet), peeled and chopped, 2 large eggs, 2 large pitted (Medjool) dates, 1 (5.4-FL-ounces or 160 ml) can unsweetened coconut cream
    • Transfer the blended liquid to a small bowl and stir in the almond flour. Ensure that the flour is well incorporated and no flour lumps are left.
      1 ½ cups almond flour
    • Pour ¼ cup onto preheated and greased waffle iron plates. It uses about half the batter.
    • Cook until waffles are crispy and brown on the outside, about 6-7 minutes.
    • Repeat with the remaining half a batter.
    • Serve with any toppings you like.

    Notes

    Helpful Notes:
    • Brush both sides of the waffle iron plates generously with additional coconut oil.⁣
    • I usually preheat my waffle iron using the highest setting—setting 7 on my waffle iron. That gives you crispy and brown waffles when cooked for about 6 to 7 minutes. 
    • Make sure your waffle iron is adequately greased and pre-heated before adding the waffle batter.
    • The riper the plantains, the sweeter the waffles, but you can also use a few more dates to make it sweeter, if preferred.
    • Do not stack waffles on top of each other until properly cooled. Best to lay them in a single layer on a wire rack to let the steam escape.
    • Since waffle machines vary, be sure to follow the manufacturer's guidelines.
    • Storage: They stay well for a few days in an airtight container at room temperature. Throw them in the toaster to refresh their crispiness.

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    Nutrition (% Daily value)

    Serving: 1Calories: 235kcal (12%)Carbohydrates: 27g (9%)Protein: 7g (14%)Fat: 13g (20%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gTrans Fat: 0.004gCholesterol: 47mg (16%)Sodium: 20mg (1%)Potassium: 315mg (9%)Fiber: 4g (17%)Sugar: 14g (16%)Vitamin A: 656IU (13%)Vitamin C: 9mg (11%)Calcium: 63mg (6%)Iron: 1mg (6%)

    Disclaimer: This nutritional data is calculated using third party tools and is only intended as a reference.

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    Comments

    1. Donna Wallace says

      June 29, 2024 at 12:20 am

      Can you freeze the waffles?

      Reply
      • Mariska Ramondino says

        July 01, 2024 at 9:23 am

        Hi Donna, thanks for stopping by. Yes, you can freeze these waffles, although I usually never do. Store them in an airtight container, preferably separated by some parchment paper. When you take them out, pop them in the toaster (no need to thaw). I hope this helps!

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