Banana and almond waffles, an ideal recipe for healthy family breakfasts and snacks
Ingredients (for 4 persons)
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- 1 cup of almond flour
- ½ cup coconut flour
- ½ cup of brown rice flour (optional)
- ¼ cup amaranth or tapioca flour (optional)
- ¼ cup of ground flax seeds
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 4 organic eggs (egg whites and yolks separated)
- 2-3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1-2 cups of almond, hemp, hazelnut or rice milk
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon of sunflower oil, grapeseed or liquid coconut oil
Optional for topping:
- Chopped raw nuts
- Red berries
- Sliced banana
- Maple syrup or berry syrup
Preparation
- Preheat the waffle iron: Heat the waffle iron while preparing the batter to ensure even cooking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine all the flours, ground flaxseeds and sea salt.
- Add wet ingredients: Add the egg yolks, vegetable milk, oil and the chosen sweetener. Mix until a homogeneous dough is obtained.
- Whip the egg whites: Whip the egg whites until stiff and airy.
- Gently integrate: Add the whipped egg whites to the mixture with wrapping motions, without over whipping, to maintain the light texture of the waffle.
- Cook the waffles: Pour the mixture into the hot waffle iron and cook until golden brown and crispy on the outside.
- Prepare the berry syrup (optional): Heating 2 cups of berries in a saucepan over medium heat until boiling. Reduce heat and cook until thickened. Add 1 tablespoon vanilla and sweetener to taste.
- Serve: Serve the waffles with fresh fruits, nuts and maple or berry syrup.
«Nuts, banana and alternative cereals provide sustained energy, fiber and healthy fats that promote satiety and physical performance. A varied and natural diet contributes to overall wellness and daily nutritional balance.»
— Dr. Marc Bony, Doctor of Chiropractic.
Healthy advice (SEO): These banana and almond waffles are a healthy alternative to traditional pastries. Ideal for family breakfasts or nutritious snacks, they provide energy, fiber and natural flavor without the need for ultra-processed ingredients.
