Dairy-Free Waffle House-Style Waffles
Enjoy classic diner-style waffles with a twist—these Dairy-Free Waffle House-Style Waffles are fluffy, golden, and completely free of dairy! Perfect for breakfast or brunch, this recipe uses whipped aquafaba to achieve a light, airy texture while a homemade dairy-free "buttermilk" adds richness and tang. These waffles are easy to make in just 25 minutes, combining simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, almond milk, and apple cider vinegar. Whether topped with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or vegan butter, they deliver crispy edges and a tender center that will impress anyone at the table. Great for vegans and those with dairy sensitivities, this versatile recipe ensures no one has to miss out on a waffle house favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1.75 cups Unsweetened almond milk (or any preferred dairy-free milk)
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons Neutral oil (such as vegetable or canola oil)
- 3 tablespoons Aquafaba (chickpea brine, whipped lightly until frothy)
- 1 as needed Non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Stir gently and let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to curdle and create a dairy-free 'buttermilk'.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar until well combined.
Add the 'buttermilk' mixture, vanilla extract, and neutral oil to the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix—the batter should be slightly lumpy.
In a separate small bowl, lightly whisk the aquafaba until frothy, then fold it into the waffle batter. This step helps create a light, fluffy texture in the waffles.
Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions. Once hot, lightly coat the surface with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Pour enough batter onto the waffle iron to cover about two-thirds of the surface area (the batter will spread as it cooks). Close the lid and cook until the waffles are golden brown and crisp, usually 4-6 minutes depending on your waffle iron.
Carefully remove the cooked waffle and repeat with the remaining batter, spraying the waffle iron lightly with cooking spray as needed between batches.
Serve the waffles warm with your favorite toppings, such as maple syrup, fresh fruit, dairy-free whipped cream, or vegan butter.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1470 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.8 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.4 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2255 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 227.7 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.9 g | ||
| Protein | 27.1 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 825 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 572 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
