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    Published: Mar 20, 2019 · Modified: Jan 19, 2023 by Courtney Hunter · This post may contain affiliate links · 32 Comments

    Amazing Vegan Waffles

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    If you are looking for the best vegan waffle recipe, I got you covered. These sweet, fluffy, crispy, eggless waffles are the perfect homemade waffles that the whole family will love.

    the best vegan waffles

    The best classic vegan waffles can be a little hard to come by.

    I have tried a LOT of recipes, and it usually lacks a little something.

    These Vegan Waffles are not lacking in anything.

    They have that crispiness you want in a waffle; they are thick, sweet waffles, but not overly so fluffy and just all-around a delicious breakfast option or breakfast for dinner.

    I love breakfast for dinner.

    Does anyone else like breakfast for dinner?

    My kids absolutely devour these vegan waffles. There are rarely leftovers. These don’t make a ton of waffles, but our Belgian waffle iron is pretty big, and these make five good-sized waffles.

    One of the best parts of this recipe is that there are no special ingredients, all pantry ingredients.

    If you're used to cooking vegan recipes then you know that flax seeds aren't special ingredients.

    These vegan waffles use flax eggs (using flax seed) as it’s a binder.

    And they really do a good job getting these waffles to do what I wanted them to.

    If you have never worked with flax seeds as an egg replacer you can learn more about it on the link.

    But I promise it’s super easy and you add a little Omega 3’s in your waffles, no one can be mad about that.

    I love a great recipe that can be used for so many different occasions. You could use this delicious recipe for a quick breakfast or even on Christmas morning.

    What do I look for in a vegan Belgian waffles recipe?

    • crispy waffles
    • light texture
    • fluffy waffles

    These all make a perfect texture for these good waffles.

    crispy vegan waffles bite

    Recipe Q&A

    Can you make this a gluten free waffle recipe?

    Yes, you can sub out the all purpose flour for a gluten free flour blend.

    Can I make these a little healthier?

    Yes, you can cut the sugar in half and substitute half or all of the flour for whole wheat flour.

    How do I reheat leftover waffles?

    I would reheat these in either a toaster oven or toaster if you want them to be crispier waffles like when they were fresh. You can microwave them, but they won't be nearly as tasty.

    How should I store these cooked waffles?

    The best way to store these are in either a zip lock bag or an airtight container in the fridge once they have cooled.

    Can you freeze this easy waffle recipe?

    Yes, you sure can. However, I would freeze them on a baking sheet singly first, and then once they are frozen, put them in an airtight container like a gallon freezer-safe bag, and then you can stack them. Otherwise, when you go to pull them out, they will all be stuck together.

    Can you put the batter in the fridge?

    Yes, you can make this the night before and stick it in the fridge, or even use the batter for a few days and make fresh waffles each day with the batter.

    Can I make these into vegan blueberry waffles?

    Yes, for sure! Just throw some blueberries into it and cook.

    Do I have to use a Belgian waffle maker?

    No, you can use any waffle maker you want. Just watch the cook times. I have used a regular waffle maker in the past with no problems. Or my personal favorite is to use a mini waffle maker. These make perfect ego-sized waffles and are great to pull out on a busy school day morning.

    Can I make oil-free waffles?

    Yes, you can substitute applesauce for the oil. I'm going to be honest, though, if you aren't used to oil-free cooking and want a classic waffle, then with the applesauce, it won't quite hit the mark.

    easy vegan waffles

    What do you need for the best vegan waffles?

    Check out these simple ingredients;

    • flax eggs (2 TB flax meal 4 TB water)
    • baking powder
    • white flour
    • salt
    • white sugar
    • vanilla extract
    • neutral oil (like vegetable oil or canola oil, I wouldn't use olive oil)
    • non-dairy milk (soy milk, coconut milk, almond milk, whatever you want)

    Favorite toppings options for the best vegan breakfast with these easy vegan waffles.

    • vegan butter
    • whatever your favorite fruits are (fresh fruit or frozen if you dethaw)
    • fresh berries
    • chocolate chips
    • pure maple syrup
    • maple vegan butter
    • vegan whipping cream

    How do you make them?

    Here are the full instructions;

    Start by heating up your waffle iron (I used a Belgian waffle maker)

    Get a small bowl and mix your Flax egg and set it aside.

    Get a mixing bowl (a medium bowl is fine) and mix your dry ingredients with a whisk. Then add your wet ingredients, including your flax egg.  Whisk until it’s incorporated.

    Spray your waffle iron with non stick spray to prevent sticking, and pour about 1 cup waffle batter (depending on the size and instructions of your waffle iron, often they will have a recommended amount of batter). You want to make sure to have enough batter but not too much batter. Then cook 1.5 to 2 minutes before flipping it to the other side and cook another 1.5- 2 minutes. 

    stack of fluffy vegan waffles

    If you are making these for a crowd and want to keep them crispy and warm, pop them on a cookie sheet and place them in the oven at 200 degrees until ready to serve.

    These are best eaten when fresh.

    How do you like your waffles? Let me know in the comments!

    Want other delicious vegan breakfast recipes?

    • Vegan french toast
    • Classic vegan pancakes
    • Almond poppyseed vegan pancakes
    • French toast cinnamon roll-ups, vegan
    easy vegan breakfast

    Amazing Vegan Waffles

    These Vegan Waffles are quick,easy,delicious, a family favorite!
    4.56 from 18 votes
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Vegan
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes minutes
    Servings: 5 Belgian Waffles
    Calories: 553kcal
    Author: Courtney Hunter

    Ingredients

    • 2 flax eggs 2 TB flax meal 4 TB water
    • 1 TB baking powder
    • 2 cups all purpose flour
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ cup white sugar
    • 1 TB vanilla extract
    • ½ cup neutral oil
    • 2 cups plant milk

    Instructions

    • Start by heating your waffle iron (I used a Belgian waffle iron)
    • Mix your Flax egg and set aside
    • Mix your dry ingredients with a whisk. Then add your wet ingredients, including your flax egg.   Whisk until it's incorporated.
    • Spray your waffle iron with cooking spray to prevent sticking, and pour about 1 cup (depending on the size and instructions of your waffle iron) of batter and cook 1.5 to 2 minutes before flipping it to the other side and cook another 1.5- 2 minutes. Best eaten when fresh.

    Notes

    Storing- The best way to store these is in either a zip lock bag or an airtight container in the fridge once they have cooled.
    Reheating- I would reheat these in either a toaster oven or toaster if you want them to be crispier waffles like when they were fresh. You can microwave them, but they won't be nearly as tasty.
    Freezing- Yes, you sure can. However, I would freeze them on a baking sheet singly first, and then once they are frozen, put them in an airtight container like a gallon freezer-safe bag, and then you can stack them. Otherwise, when you go to pull them out, they will all be stuck together.
    Topping Ideas- Vegan butter, whatever your favorite fruits are (fresh fruit or frozen if you dethaw), fresh berries, vegan Chocolate chips, pure maple syrup, Maple vegan butter, Vegan whipping cream.
    Expert Tips and Tricks-
    • These vegan waffles use flax eggs (using flax seed) as it’s a binder. And they really do a good job getting these waffles to do what I wanted them to.
    • These are best eaten when fresh.
    • If you are making these for a crowd and want to keep them crispy and warm, pop them on a cookie sheet and place them in the oven at 200 degrees until ready to serve.
    • You don't have to use a Belgian waffle maker; you can use any waffle maker you want. Just watch the cook times. I have used a regular waffle maker in the past with no problems. My personal favorite is to use a mini waffle maker. These make perfect ego-sized waffles and are great to pull out on a busy school day morning.
    • You can make this the night before and stick it in the fridge, or even use the batter for a few days and make fresh waffles each day with the batter.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1waffle | Calories: 553kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 23g | Sodium: 593mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 21g
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    This post was updated on 11/5/2021


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    1. Uraina says

      December 08, 2020 at 7:53 am

      So , so good. I have to figure out why mine kept separating. Any thoughts?

      Reply
      • Courtneys Homestead says

        December 08, 2020 at 7:55 am

        Hi Uraina! I’m sorry that’s happening for you. This happened with my old waffle iron, when I got a new one it was fine. I’m not sure why it’s doing that. The only other thing I can think of if you’re opening it too soon and it’s not all the way cooked together yet? Sorry I am not a ton of help! ❤️

        Reply
    2. Jean M Merritt says

      October 07, 2020 at 5:09 pm

      Can applesauce replace oil for oil free?

      Reply
      • Courtneys Homestead says

        October 07, 2020 at 5:11 pm

        Hi Jean, I did try it one time and the flavor was good but they stuck to my waffle iron. But every waffle seems to stick to mine, I think I need a new one. It would be worth a shot if you have a really good waffle iron. Thanks for stopping by and let me know if you try it! ❤️

        Reply
    3. Desiree says

      April 18, 2020 at 9:20 am

      5 stars
      This is the first vegan waffle my daughter has tried and she loved them! I’ve tried two other recipes with no success, and almost gave up on them. She has a dairy, egg, and tree nut allergy. Thank you so much for a great waffle the flaxseed made all the difference! Can we freeze or refrigerate for next day?

      Reply
      • Courtneys Homestead says

        April 18, 2020 at 6:18 pm

        Hi Desiree! I am SO glad to hear the waffles worked for your daughter! They taste best the day they are made, but they can be frozen and toasted. You can also place the batter in the fridge for a few days and make one at a time fresh. I hope that helps and thanks for the feed back! ❤️

        Reply
    4. Desiree says

      April 18, 2020 at 9:20 am

      5 stars
      This is the first vegan waffle my daughter has tried and she loved them! I’ve tried two other recipes with no success, and almost gave up on them. She has a dairy, egg, and tree nut allergy. Thank you so much for a great waffle the flaxseed made all the difference! Can we freeze or refrigerate for next day?

      Reply
    5. Kaitlin says

      April 16, 2020 at 3:01 pm

      Hi! Is neutral oil just any oil we have on hand? Should I avoid a certain type? Thanks! Can't wait to try these.

      Reply
      • Courtneys Homestead says

        April 16, 2020 at 3:02 pm

        Hi Kaitlin! A canola or vegetable oil would work best! Just don’t use like an olive oil. I hope you guys love them! ❤️❤️

        Reply
    6. Elle Ashlock says

      April 05, 2020 at 4:45 pm

      5 stars
      I made these this morning with no substitutions and they turned out great! My husband mentioned several times how good they were. I will definitely be making them again. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Courtneys Homestead says

        April 06, 2020 at 11:16 am

        Thanks so much for trying them and taking the time to comment Elle! My husband has the same reaction! ❤️❤️

        Reply
    7. Elle Ashlock says

      April 05, 2020 at 4:45 pm

      5 stars
      I made these this morning with no substitutions and they turned out great! My husband mentioned several times how good they were. I will definitely be making them again. Thanks!

      Reply
    8. Alisha says

      March 08, 2020 at 8:12 am

      Found this recipe on Pinterest and I made it exactly the way the recipe directed...and they were PHENOMENAL! I will definitely make these again - my three kids (7, 5, 3) loved them.

      Reply
      • Courtneys Homestead says

        March 08, 2020 at 8:15 am

        Thanks so much for trying them Alisha! And for letting me know, I so appreciate it! I am glad your family loves them as much as we do! ❤️❤️

        Reply
    9. Caroline Morse says

      March 01, 2020 at 5:33 pm

      5 stars
      Hoping this only goes through once :). The recipe looks great, I am hosting a brunch party - does the batter keep well (so guests can make as they are needed) or would you recommend making a large batch and keeping warm until all are done before being put out on the buffet table?

      Appreciate the reply

      Reply
      • Courtneys Homestead says

        March 01, 2020 at 5:44 pm

        Hi Caroline! The batter actually works well in the fridge! I have a friend who loves these and her husband always keeps a batch in the fridge for her and she just makes them fresh in the morning. I hope your brunch turns out fantastic! ❤️

        Reply
    10. Caroline Morse says

      March 01, 2020 at 5:33 pm

      5 stars
      Hoping this only goes through once :). The recipe looks great, I am hosting a brunch party - does the batter keep well (so guests can make as they are needed) or would you recommend making a large batch and keeping warm until all are done before being put out on the buffet table?

      Appreciate the reply

      Reply
    11. Jessica DeBry says

      November 24, 2019 at 8:35 am

      5 stars
      Found this recipe on Pinterest and I just made these – they are great! Love that all the ingredients are simple. The only change I made was to use half the sugar as I knew we were going to pour on the maple syrup afterward, ha! They were delicious and I will be making again. Thanks, Courtney! 🙂

      Reply
      • Courtneys Homestead says

        November 24, 2019 at 8:46 am

        Thanks so much for taking the time to comment Jessica! I am so glad you enjoyed them as much as we do! Good call on the less sugar! Thanks again, Jessica! ❤❤

        Reply
    12. Jessica DeBry says

      November 24, 2019 at 8:35 am

      5 stars
      Found this recipe on Pinterest and I just made these – they are great! Love that all the ingredients are simple. The only change I made was to use half the sugar as I knew we were going to pour on the maple syrup afterward, ha! They were delicious and I will be making again. Thanks, Courtney! 🙂

      Reply
    13. Jessica DeBry says

      November 24, 2019 at 8:35 am

      5 stars
      Found this recipe on Pinterest and I just made these – they are great! Love that all the ingredients are simple. The only change I made was to use half the sugar as I knew we were going to pour on the maple syrup afterward, ha! They were delicious and I will be making again. Thanks, Courtney! 🙂

      Reply
    14. Yasmin says

      August 26, 2019 at 4:33 am

      I dont have any flax, but would chia egg work too?

      Reply
      • Courtneys Homestead says

        August 26, 2019 at 6:42 am

        Hi Yasmin! I have never tried chia seed, but likely any egg replacer would work. Let me know how it turns out if you try it! ❤

        Reply
      • Alisa says

        September 19, 2020 at 9:25 am

        It works! I didn't have flax seed so I used 1 tablespoon chia seeds soaked in 3 tablespoons water. They came out great!

        Reply
        • Courtneys Homestead says

          September 19, 2020 at 9:27 am

          Thanks so much for letting me know Alisa! It’s great when a lot of alternatives work! ❤️

          Reply
    15. Aimee says

      April 24, 2019 at 6:32 pm

      Tried these for dinner tonight and loved them…even my husband who was hesitant I use flax eggs loved them! (He didn’t realize eating vegan could be so tasty.) The batter seemed too runny however, (I should have added the milk a little at a time and stir-had toddler helping so was trying to be quick) so I added a little flour to help. I think this affected the texture it was supposed to be but they were still good! Also, I used a small waffle iron and it made at least 10, probably more.

      Reply
      • Courtneys Homestead says

        April 24, 2019 at 6:40 pm

        Yay! I am so glad they worked out for you. I am glad he enjoyed them also! Thanks so much for letting me know Aimee! ❤

        Reply
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