I’ve been a bigΒ fan of waffles since I was 14 and working in an ice cream parlour. One of the items on the menu was waffles topped with ice cream.
The batter was pre-made so all I had to do when I received an order was to pour out the batter into the waffle maker and then leave it for a set amount of time, then put it on a plate, top it with soft serve and take it to the customer along with a choice of syrups.
This was my first introduction to the magic of waffles!
As you may already know, I have a serious sweet tooth, so the ice cream parlour job was my favorite of all the jobs I had as a teenager. I also worked in a video store (also fun but it wasn’t ice cream) and as a cashier in a supermarket (least fun).
Sadly, even though it was my fave job, I only worked in the ice cream parlour for a few months. When their busy season was over I was one of the kids they didn’t keep on. The fact that I made quite a few mistakes (that I could then eat in the back) might have had something to do with it.
I was also excessively generous on the portion sizes. What can I say? Not much has changed in that respect!
These vegan waffles are just as delicious as those ice cream parlour waffles back in the day! And they’re divine served with vegan whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, syrup, fresh fruit or whatever you fancy.
We went withΒ vegan whipped cream, blueberries, sliced strawberries and maple syrup. It was seriously good.
This is a classic vegan waffles recipe, it’s not flavored any particular way, but the result is vegan waffles that are golden brown, crispy on the outside and beautifully soft on the inside.
These waffles were golden brownΒ in 5 minutes, but we did splash out and get a rather lovely waffle machine! I think a less powerful model might require a little more time, but waffles are one of those things that you generally have to check on as they cook anyway.
I think you will love this classic vegan waffles recipe. The waffles are:
- Golden
- Crispy on the outside
- Soft on the inside
- Delicious with vegan cream or ice cream
- Ideal drizzled with syrup
- Dessert and breakfast in one!
Serve them hot and crispy for the most delicious results.
So let me know what you think of these delish vegan waffles! Leave a comment down below. And if you make this recipe, be sure to rate it and let us know how it worked out!
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Classic Vegan Waffles
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Prep Time: 10 mins - Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 20 mins
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Yield: 4 -
Category: Breakfast -
Cuisine: Vegan
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These classic vegan waffles are beautifully golden in color, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside and simply delicious served with vegan whipped cream, fresh fruit and syrup.
Ingredients
For the Waffles:
- 1 and 1/4 cup (156g) All Purpose Flour
- 2 tsp Baking Powder
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 3 Tbsp Sugar
- 1 and 1/4 cup (300ml) Soy Milk (or other non-dairy milk)
- 2 Tbsp Coconut Oil
- 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
For Serving:
- Vegan Whipped Cream or Ice Cream
- Fresh Fruit
- Maple Syrup
Instructions
- Put your waffle machine on to preheat.
- Sift the flour into a bowl and add the baking powder, salt and sugar. Then add the soy milk or other non-dairy milk, coconut oil and vanilla and whisk with a hand whisk to remove any lumps. The batter will be quite thin.
- When your waffle maker is heated, pour out the batter (use as much as recommended according to the waffle maker manufacturer instructions) and close the machine.
- Allow to cook for 5-7 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Serve with whipped coconut cream or vegan ice cream, fresh fruit and maple syrup.
Notes
*Nutritional information is based on 1 waffle of 4 without any toppings.
*You might get more waffles out of this recipe, depending on the size of the waffle iron you are using.
*Follow the waffle machines manufacturer instructions in terms of how much batter to use per waffle.
*Also check your manufacturer instructions about whether or not to use non-stick spray. Some machines require it and some don’t.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Waffle (of 4)
- Calories: 277
- Sugar: 11.6g
- Sodium: 429mg
- Fat: 8.3g
- Saturated Fat: 5.8g
- Carbohydrates: 42.5g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 6.2g
Keywords: vegan waffles
Big hit! The first time these were made in my house my husband did them. Unassisted. And heβs not totally the scoop and measure time. More of a dash then taste kinda guy π So I was pleasantly surprised at how well these turned out and how fool-proof the recipe is! He threw some blueberries and strawberries in the batter too. So yummy!
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So wonderful to hear that Chantelle! Berries in the batter is an awesome idea too. Thanks so much for posting! π
The good news is the waffles taste delicious.
The bad news is that you have to dig the waffles off the waffle maker because the batter sticks TERRIBLY!
Doesnβt matter whether you use non-stick spray, either.
Very disappointing.
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I am not kidding when I say these are the best waffles Iβve ever had. They look kind of flat in these pictures, but with my waffle iron they come out thick and slightly crispy, and then fluffy on the inside. My husband and I are addicted!
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Yay! That’s too awesome! Thanks for posting! π
Thank you very much for this waffle recipe! The first time I made them, I used almond milk instead of soy, and they came out great! When I did not have enough almond milk one morning, I actually used fresh hemp milk plus 1 tbsp. of brown sugar and 2 tbsps. of coconut sugar. They came out perfect! My husband and my 2 year old are very picky eaters but they love them! This is my go-to for a good breakfast now π
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That is fantastic, thanks Ramona! π
I just made these, right now and I don’t understand, why mine didn’t get crispy as I followed the recipe to the letter – what could I have done wrong?? They tasted fine, but were soft?
I don’t think you did anything wrong but you probably could have left them on a little longer to get a little crispier.
O.m.g. these waffles are DEVINE!! Stand alone delicious. Better than any egg and milk boasting feels hands down! Thank youβ‘.
Yay! Thanks Julie! π
A+ waffles! My first attempt at vegan waffles was a success!
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Awesome Jenna! Thanks for posting! π
I was a bit reluctant to make these because they looked a little flat in the picture. I decided to try them anyway and am I glad I did! Thick and fluffy, golden, crispy on the outside, doughy and fluffy on the inside,delicious! My husband and I flipped out at how good these are. Thank you!
These waffles taste great! Very easy and quick to make. I added vegan chocolate chips to my second batch, and they were so delicious.
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Awesome, chocolate chips are a great addition! Thanks for sharing! π
Added cinnamon and nutmeg. Totally delicious! My vegan son and non vegan husband loved them!!! Thanks!!
Great additions! So glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for sharing! π
Love this recipe. I replaced the 1 1//4 cup flour with 1 cup 100% stone ground wheat and it transitioned great. I also replaced the coconut oil with a vegan butter with no issues. They were light, crisp, and Chewy as they should be. Thanks for the recipe.
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Great! Thanks so much for sharing your adjustments! π
Am I able to use almond flour instead of all purpose ?
Hi Nikki, I don’t think so. If you wanted to make it gluten-free, a gluten-free all purpose flour blend would probably be a better option but I haven’t tested this with different flours so can’t be sure. All the best!
Can I replace the coconut oil with vegetable oil or olive oil since I’m allergic to coconut oil
That should be fine. π I haven’t tested it with a different oil but I think it shouldn’t be an issue.
I found this recipe this morning and made it. It was a big hit! I used Pea milk (Ripple – unsweetened original) and liquid no-smell coconut oil. It was delicious! Crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside. My husband says that it’s better than regular waffles. I am so glad I found your site.
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Wonderful! I’m so glad you found our site too! Thanks so much for sharing! π
The waffle itself is delicious! But I was getting very frustrated that it kept sticking to the waffle maker. I tried to coat it with nonstick oil, coconut oil, canola oil, and even no oil, yet the waffles refused to come out. I used the same waffle maker just last week for a different recipe (with no oil) and they came out fine. Not sure what I’m doing wrong but I’d love to figure it out because these waffles were DELISH.
That is weird! Honestly I have no idea! Especially since you say it has been fine with other waffles. Usually it’s dependant on your machine whether or not you have to use non-stick spray or not, on our machine we have to use it, but I really have no idea why it would stick like that on your machine. Sorry I can’t be more helpful!
Hello what do i do if the batter lumps don’t disappear?
Use a whisk, but don’t worry about very small lumps, they’re fine.
Iβm not sure if it was the recipe or my waffle maker but these were just dense and refused to cook all of the way through. How can I adjust them for another time?
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Have you had issues with your waffle maker previously? Regarding being too dense, weigh your flour, this is always important to get the right ratios as flour is a tricky measure to get right if you don’t weigh it.
My daughter made these last weekend when we visited her family. They were delicious! This will be my “go to” waffle recipe. Thank you!
Great! So happy to hear! Thanks for posting! π
Iβve been trying to find a good vegan waffle recipe for so long and I finally did ! Thank you so much !
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You’re so welcome! So glad you like it! ππ€
These are seriously the best waffles Iβve ever had! Now we make them every weekend! Seriously delicious!! Thanks for the recipe π
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Brilliant! I’m so happy to hear that! Thanks so much Tori! π
I think we love this recipe more than the traditional egg and milk waffle. My kids kept saying, “It is so good!” Crispy, soft, delicious.
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That’s so awesome! Love it! Thanks for sharing. π
Is the coconut oil melted or solid??
It’s easier to mix in if it’s melted, but I’ve also just put it in solid and whisked it up and it’s been fine as well.
Beautiful fluffy waffles! Made them this morning for Christmas breakfast and were a big hit. Will be using this recipe as my go to. Thank you!
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Brilliant! These are perfect for Christmas breakfast! Thanks so much for posting! π
Can you make the batter the night before and store it for the morning? If so is it okay to keep the batter in the fridge or leave it out on the counter?
I think it should be fine, I would keep it in the fridge.
Can you make this with canned coconut milk instead of soy milk?
Sure! π
Awesome! Delicious and fruity! Who could want a more decadent tea than this…
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