- Why aren't they crispy?
- Your iron wasn't hot enough, or you opened it too soon. Steam must escape for crispness. Also, too much avocado can add excess moisture.
- Will the batter turn brown?
- Avocado can oxidize, but since it browns during baking anyway, it's not an issue. You can add a squeeze of lemon juice to the batter if you're worried.
Healthy Avocado Waffles
Love waffles but want to cut down on butter? Here is the solution. Avocado, nature's butter, gives the batter a beautiful pastel green hue while adding a creamy texture and healthy fats. These waffles stay crispy on the outside but surprisingly soft and moist on the inside. Their neutral flavor makes them brilliant for both sweet toppings (honey, fruit) and savory ones (fried eggs, bacon).
Ingredients
1 2/3
cups
All-Purpose Flour
1
cup
Milk
2
large
Eggs
1
ripe
Avocado (soft)
1
tsp
Baking Powder
1
pinch
Salt
1 1/2
tbsp
Sugar
2
tbsp
Olive Oil
1
serving
Honey (for serving)
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Equipment Needed
- Waffle iron
- Immersion blender or fork
- Two mixing bowls
Allergen Information
Wheat
Milk
Egg
Instructions
1
✓
Scoop out the avocado flesh and mash it in a bowl until completely smooth (or blend with the milk). Whisk in the eggs and olive oil.
Tip: It's crucial to eliminate avocado chunks, as they won't cook through and will leave 'wet spots' in the waffle.
2
✓
In a separate bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
Tip: Always mix baking powder with the flour before adding liquids to ensure even rising.
3
✓
Pour the wet mixture into the dry and stir until just combined and the flour disappears. Do not overmix!
Tip: Overmixing strengthens gluten strands, resulting in rubbery rather than tender waffles.
4
✓
Preheat your waffle iron. Lightly grease with oil and cook for 3-4 minutes until the steam subsides and the waffles are golden brown.
Tip: Steam escaping indicates water evaporating. When the steam stops, browning (Maillard reaction) begins.
5
✓
Place on a wire rack to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Tip: Placing hot waffles on a plate traps steam, softening the bottom. A rack keeps them crisp.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 1 2/3 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 cup Milk
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 ripe Avocado (soft)
- 1 tsp Baking Powder
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 1/2 tbsp Sugar
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 serving Honey (for serving)