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.
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.
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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.
- 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.
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
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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Easy 5-Ingredient Plantain Waffles Recipe
Mariska RamondinoEquipment
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
- 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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Donna Wallace says
Can you freeze the waffles?
Mariska Ramondino says
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!