Vegan Traditional Belgian Gaufre
Transform your breakfast game with these Vegan Traditional Belgian Gaufres, a delightful plant-based spin on the classic Belgian waffle recipe. Fluffy, crisp, and irresistibly golden, these waffles are crafted using simple vegan ingredients like aquafaba for a light, airy texture and homemade vegan buttermilk for tangy depth. Infused with hints of vanilla and naturally sweetened with coconut sugar, this recipe delivers indulgent flavor without compromising on health. Perfect for leisurely weekends or special occasions, these gaufres can be served with a dusting of powdered sugar, fresh fruit, or a drizzle of maple syrup for a crowd-pleasing treat. Ready in under 40 minutes, these vegan waffles are sure to become a breakfast favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Coconut sugar (or granulated sugar)
- 1.5 cups Unsweetened almond milk (or other plant-based milk)
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cups Neutral vegetable oil (e.g., canola or sunflower oil)
- 0.25 cups Aquafaba (liquid from canned chickpeas)
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
- Fresh fruit or maple syrup (optional, for topping)
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Stir well and let it sit for 5 minutes to create vegan buttermilk.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and coconut sugar until well combined.
Add the prepared vegan buttermilk, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil to the dry mixture. Stir gently until the batter is smooth and thick but not over-mixed.
Using a hand or stand mixer, beat the aquafaba in a separate bowl for 2–3 minutes until frothy and slightly thickened.
Gently fold the whipped aquafaba into the waffle batter using a spatula, being careful not to deflate it too much. This step ensures the waffles are light and airy.
Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions and lightly grease it with oil or non-stick spray.
Pour the appropriate amount of batter (usually about 1/2 to 3/4 cups, depending on the size of your waffle maker) onto the center of the waffle iron. Spread gently if needed.
Close the waffle iron and cook the waffle for 4–6 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. The exact cooking time may vary based on your waffle iron model.
Carefully remove the waffle and repeat with the remaining batter, greasing the waffle iron as needed between batches.
Serve the warm waffles with powdered sugar dusted on top, and add fresh fruit or drizzle maple syrup as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1663 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 65.5 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2969 mg | 129% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 244.2 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.4 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.6 g | ||
| Protein | 26.9 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.8 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 722 mg | 56% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 692 mg | 15% | |
*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.
