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Mini Banana Waffles for Toddlers (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, No Added Sugar) Recipe

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These Mini Banana Waffles are a perfect toddler-friendly snack or breakfast option. Naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and applesauce, they are gluten-free, dairy-free, and contain no added sugars. Made with wholesome ingredients like oat flour, coconut milk, and collagen peptides, these waffles are nutritious and easy to prepare using a mini waffle maker. Soft and flavorful, they are easy for little hands to hold and enjoy.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 7 mini waffles

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 ripe banana (mashed)
  • ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ cup full-fat coconut milk (or any milk)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil or avocado oil

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons unflavored collagen peptides (optional)
  • 1 cup oat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • Pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat Waffle Maker: Preheat your mini waffle maker and lightly grease it with oil or non-stick spray to ensure the waffles do not stick.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the mashed banana, unsweetened applesauce, egg, full-fat coconut milk, vanilla extract, and melted coconut or avocado oil. Add the collagen peptides if using, and mix thoroughly until the batter is smooth.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Stir the oat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt into the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined. Let the batter rest for 5 to 10 minutes to allow it to thicken slightly.
  4. Cook Waffles: Spoon approximately 3 tablespoons of batter (about ¼ cup) per mini waffle onto the preheated waffle maker. Cook each waffle for 3 to 5 minutes or until they turn golden brown and are cooked through.
  5. Cool and Serve: Allow the waffles to cool slightly before serving. Cut them into strips that are easy for toddlers to hold. Serve plain or with a swipe of nut butter or mashed berries as preferred.
  6. Storage: Store leftover waffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months. To reheat, thaw overnight in the fridge and warm in a toaster for best texture. These waffles make great snacks or breakfasts anytime.

Notes

  • Using ripe bananas adds natural sweetness – adjust the quantity if you want sweeter waffles.
  • Oat flour can be homemade by grinding gluten-free oats to maintain the gluten-free status.
  • Collagen peptides are optional but add protein and help with texture.
  • Ensure the mini waffle maker is properly greased to avoid sticking and breakage.
  • These waffles freeze well; package individually for easy snacking.
  • Always supervise toddlers while eating to avoid choking hazards.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/mini-banana-waffles-for-toddlers-gluten-free-dairy-free-no-added-sugar-recipe/