Easy Vegan Waffles
Classic Vegan Waffles made with 5 ingredients are perfectly fluffy on the inside and crispy on the outside for a quick & easy family-favorite breakfast! Easily customizable to be oil-free or gluten-free.
I’m so excited to share this classic waffle recipe with you! It joins some of our other favorites in the collection — like these healthy Applesauce Waffles, Vegan Belgian Waffles, and gluten-free Buckwheat Chocolate Waffles. They’re all so good!
If you love waffles as much as I do and can eat them all day, every day, you’ll love these quick and easy vegan waffles that are eggless, dairy-free, and delicious!
Made with simple pantry ingredients, they bake up perfectly fluffy on the inside with irresistibly crispy edges — and they’re ready in just 15 minutes!
Break out the waffle maker and let’s make the best breakfast!
Ingredient Notes
In this recipe, flour, sugar, and non-dairy milk are mixed into a batter, then poured onto a hot waffle griddle and cooked until light and crispy for a quick and easy breakfast.
Here is everything you will need:
- Flour — I love using spelt flour for these, but all-purpose, whole wheat, or your favorite flour works well too. Feel free to use what you have on hand!
- Sugar — A little organic cane sugar adds a touch of sweetness and enhances overall crispiness. Coconut sugar or turbinado works well too.
- Baking Powder — This is the secret to that light and airy texture with crispy edges.
- Unsweetened Vanilla Almond Milk — My go-to for baking, but any non-dairy milk (oat, soy, cashew, etc.) works great. If you’re using a plain flavor, just add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract along with the milk. In a pinch, water will work too!
- Oil — I usually use a light-flavored olive oil, but melted vegan butter (Miyoko’s is my favorite), coconut oil, or any neutral baking oil will be delicious. For an oil-free version, substitute with applesauce (it’s delicious!).
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How To Make Vegan Waffles
Making vegan waffles is as easy as can be! Here is a quick guide with step-by-step photos to help make your waffle-making experience simple.
Preheat your waffle maker according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Combine the dry ingredients. Add the flour, sugar, and baking powder into a medium mixing bowl and whisk to combine.
Combine the milk and oil/applesauce. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix well (below left). If you prefer to make it in one bowl, you can add the wet ingredients directly to the dry and mix.
Oil the waffle plate. If it isn’t nonstick, spray it with cooking oil.
Scoop, pour, and cook. Using a 1/2-cup measuring cup, scoop up the batter, pour it into the center of a waffle maker, and close the lid.
Wait for the light to turn green and gently remove the waffle with the tip of a fork. Repeat until the batter is gone. Makes about 5 waffles.
And now you’re ready to enjoy. The whole family will love them!
Recommended Equipment: I used this classic waffle maker from Cuisinart (affiliate link). It’s super easy to use and cleans up well. The instructions say to set the temp at #3, but I prefer my waffles with a little golden color, so I set it at #5. If using a different waffle maker, follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Tips For Your Best Vegan Waffles
- Make vegan buttermilk waffles. To make vegan buttermilk, add the juice of 1/2 lemon or 2 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar to the milk and let it rest for 10 minutes. The acid will curdle the milk and give it a tang.
- Add extra flavors. Try adding 1 tsp vanilla (especially if you are using plain milk) or up to 1 tsp of cinnamon. You can also toss in 1/4-1/3 cups of chocolate chips or blueberries into the batter for variety.
- Crispy waffles. I find letting them cook a little longer, about 10 – 15 seconds, will crisp them up nicely so they don’t end up floppy. Just be sure to test with your waffle iron, as the time may vary.
- Super fluffy waffles. For extra-fluffy, reduce the non-dairy milk to 1 1/2 cups instead of 1 3/4 cups.
Our Favorite Ways To Serve Them
Waffles are best served fresh and warm. Adding a drizzle of pure maple syrup is a classic way to top them. Here are a few more flavorful topping options:
- Fresh fruits: Top with fresh blueberries, strawberries, cherries, raspberries, and/or blackberries.
- Warm fruits: Serve topped with delicious warm and tender Cinnamon Apples or homemade Blueberry Compote.
- Flavored topping: Add a drizzle of vegan chocolate syrup, Sweet Cashew Cream, or a dollop of whipped coconut cream.
Storage & Freezing
Vegan waffles can be stored in the refrigerator or freezer with these easy instructions. You can even make extra to store for a quick and easy breakfast or snack.
- Refrigerator: Leftovers can be kept in a covered container in the refrigerator for 7-10 days.
- Freezer: For longer storage, keep them in the freezer for 2-3 months. To freeze, let cool completely, then store in sealed, freezer-safe containers or ziplock bags, removing as much air as possible before sealing.
- Reheat: Simply pop frozen or refrigerated waffles into the toaster or toaster oven and enjoy! For larger batches, warm waffles in a preheated oven set to 350 degrees for 10 – 15 minutes on a lightly greased or lined baking sheet.
More Breakfast Favorites!
I’m a big breakfast lover and believe you can never have too many options for this essential meal of the day! Here are some of our everyday favorites:
- Simple Tofu Scramble
- Crispy Breakfast Potatoes
- Vegan Biscuits & Gravy
- Classic Vegan Pancakes
- See all our breakfast recipes on TSV!
If you try this easy breakfast recipe or have a question, please let me know! Leave a comment and rate it below. I love to hear what you think, or any changes you make.
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EASY VEGAN WAFFLES
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 5 waffles 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
Start or end your day with this quick and easy vegan waffles recipe made with 5 simple pantry ingredients. They’re perfectly light and fluffy with crispy edges, and ready in 15 minutes!
Ingredients
- 2 cups (250g) flour (spelt, light whole wheat, all-purpose flour, or GF flour blend), see notes
- 2 tablespoons sugar (coconut, pure cane, or turbinado)
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 3/4 cups (403ml) unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 1/4 cup olive oil, applesauce (see notes), or vegan butter (I recommend Miyoko’s)
- pinch of mineral salt, optional
Instructions
Prep: Preheat waffle maker according to manufacturer’s instructions. Also, preheat the oven to 200 degrees F., to keep the waffles warm.
Mix batter: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, oil, and non-dairy milk, mix well, until most of the flour lumps are gone.
Scoop, pour + cook: If not using a non-stick waffle iron, spray the waffle plate with cooking oil. Using a 1/2 measuring cup (amounts will vary depending on your waffle iron), scoop up batter and pour it in the center of the waffle plate. Close the cover and cook as directed by the manufacturer’s instructions. For crispier waffles, let cook 5 – 12 seconds longer, depending on your waffle iron.
Remove + keep warm: Gently remove with the tip of a fork and place on a wire rack in the oven until the remaining waffles are made.
Serve: Pair your waffles with fresh blueberries, strawberries, raspberries or blackberries, and top with pure maple syrup or this easy homemade Blueberry Compote. You may even like to drizzle with vegan chocolate syrup and add a dollop of whipped coconut cream.
Makes 5-6 waffles
Notes
If using applesauce, be sure to use a waffle maker with a non-stick surface or spray the waffle iron with cooking spray.
Make vegan buttermilk waffles. To make vegan buttermilk, add the juice of 1/2 lemon or 2 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar to the milk and let it rest for 10 minutes. The acid will curdle the milk and give it a tang.
Flour notes: These were made using light spelt flour, but sub in your favorite. I’ve also used both all-purpose and whole wheat flours; both worked well. Make them gluten-free by using a gluten-free flour blend, oat flour, or buckwheat flour in a 1:1 ratio. When adjusting for different flour weights, use this King Arthur Ingredient Weight Chart as a guide.
Optional add-ins: Toss in a small handful of cacao nibs or mini chocolate chips, 1/4 cup of peanut butter for every cup of flour, a handful of blueberries or other diced or small berries, or 1 – 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, or 1 teaspoon cinnamon.
Belgian waffles: Use 1 cup of batter instead of 1/2 cup. The recipe will make 2 Belgian waffles.
Equipment: My waffles were made using this Cuisinart waffle maker (affiliate link). Your results may vary depending on the waffle iron you are using.
Store: Leftover waffles can be kept in the refrigerator for up to a week. Freeze for up to 1- 2 months. When ready to eat, pop them in the toaster oven. Larger batches can be warmed in a preheated oven set to 350 degrees for 10 – 15 minutes, using a greased or lined baking sheet.
UPDATED: This recipe was updated with slightly more flour and non-dairy milk for a slightly thicker batter. The original recipe called for 1 1/2 cups (210 g) of spelt flour and 1 1/2 cups (338 ml) of milk for a lighter waffle. Both are amazing, so use your favorite!
Nutritional values are estimates only. See our full nutrition disclosure here.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Breakfast, Entree
- Method: Waffle Maker
- Cuisine: American
FAQs
Can I make this recipe gluten-free?
Yes! To make gluten-free waffles, use any gluten-free flour blend, oat flour, or buckwheat flour on a 1:1 basis for perfectly light and crispy waffles. The only flour I do not recommend is using only coconut flour; it’s super tricky to work with in vegan baking and can result in dense, dry waffles.
Can I make this recipe oil-free?
Yes! For oil-free waffles, simply replace the oil with unsweetened applesauce! My grandkids love them. And be sure your waffle maker is non-stick so you don’t need to coat it with oil.
Can I make vegan Belgian waffles with this recipe?
You sure can! Pour 1 1/4 cups of the batter onto the Belgian waffle iron. This recipe will make 2 Belgian waffles.
Why do my waffles split in half when opening the waffle maker?
This could be due to the waffles being undercooked. You may need to turn up the heat or leave the waffles a few seconds extra, so they cook thoroughly before opening the waffle lid.
Do I need a waffle maker?
Yes, this recipe is specifically developed for a traditional waffle maker (Belgian or classic style). A waffle iron creates the signature crisp exterior and fluffy interior that makes these waffles so good.
Can I make pancakes with this waffle recipe?
While you could try cooking the batter like pancakes in a skillet, the texture and results will be quite different. If you don’t have a waffle maker, I recommend trying my vegan pancake recipes instead!
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So simple and love the no oil option. Absolutely delicious!
We love this recipe! I personally swap the plain flour for self raising and then leave out the baking powder, it has a fluffier texture. Yum!
My family lives these waffles. Sometimes I use bananas instead of oil and I always replace some of the flour with protein powder ( but don’t tell my grandkids)
Hi just wondering can I use banana or apple sauce instead of sugars I want to make these for my toddler :) thanks!
Great question, Robyn! Yes, you can the sugar with banana or apple sauce. Enjoy!
I recently made these for my cousins brunch. They came out light, but everyone enjoyed them.
Holy. Crap. These are amazing.
I used Bob’s Red mills gluten free cup for cup flour and almond milk. Excellent recipe with no eggs!! Highly recommend.
Did you adjust anything with the GF flour? I tried making them and they were gummy on the inside. Tried baking longer and they were hard as a rock. New to the GF vegan world since my baby has allergies.
Easy recipe. Used whole wheat flour, pancakes were delicious!
Excellent! Fluffy and yummy!!
These were great! Fluffy, easy to make, and delicious. I put bananas and peanut butter on top which was really good. Highly recommend!