These healthier Apple Waffles are fluffy on the inside, crunchy on the outside and full of soft, juicy apple pieces and sweet cinnamon.
At the weekends, when there is no mad hurry to get ready and out of the house, I like to cook pancakes or waffles for breakfast (or brunch if I’ve struggled to get out of bed at a decent hour!). It’s such a treat to be able to take my time in the kitchen then have a long, leisurely breakfast with my husband and son.
My Gingerbread Waffles are my favourite, but my husbands favourite dessert is apple pie and this is what gave me the inspiration for these new Apple Waffles.
These Apple Waffles are:
- Soft and fluffy on the inside and crispy on the outside
- Full of juicy soft apple pieces
- Flavoured with sweet, woody cinnamon
- And are reminiscent of apple pie.
If you do not have a waffle maker then this batter works for pancakes too.
Although they sound pretty indulgent, they are actually full of good healthy ingredients like apple, nutty spelt flour and ground flax. I do not include any sugar in the recipe as generally waffles are topped with something sweet so I do not think it is necessary. If however you prefer sweeter waffles then add a tablespoon or two of sugar to the batter.
What turns a good waffle bad are the toppings!
I like them served simply with maple syrup.
Your waffles, your choice though. Some suggestions other than maple syrup are date caramel, stewed apple, blueberry sauce (try my Blueberry Sauce With Lavender), chocolate sauce or easy vegan caramel sauce…
If you like waffles then be sure to check out my Gingerbread Waffles and my Banana Waffles and if it’s apples that are your thing then you;ll love my vegan apple cake!
Apple Waffles
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon ground flax seeds
- 3 tablespoons luke warm water
- 125g | 1 very slightly heaping cup spelt flour
- 240mls | 1 cup non-dairy milk
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (in liquid form) + a little extra for greasing the waffle iron
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 medium apple , peeled, cored and chopped into small pieces
Instructions
- Mix the flax seed with the water and set aside to gel.
- Grease and preheat your waffle iron (my Cuisinart Waffle Maker was set to temperature setting 4)
- Put the flour, the baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt into a mixing bowl.
- Pour your milk into another bowl or jug. Add the vinegar to the milk and leave for a few minutes.
- Add the vanilla extract, liquid coconut oil and flax mixture to the milk and stir well.
- Pour the liquid mixture into the dry mixture and stir together. You do not want to over mix it and a few little lumps here and there are fine.
- Once you can no longer see any bits of flour, add the diced apple and stir through so it is evenly dispersed.
- As soon as your waffle iron has reached temperature pour in your batter (enough to fill each section) and close.
- They take a few minutes to cook. Do not peek before your waffle maker signals it is ready.
- Remove your waffles and preheat again before adding more batter.
- Serve immediately.
Long time vegan, creator of A Virtual Vegan & author of the book 
Natalie says
I just scored a waffle maker from a garage sale, and this is the first recipe I’ve made! (Posted on Plant Powered Families :) ) I’ve never owned a waffle maker before so I’m a little nervous, but this was pretty easy! Next time, I will be a little more patient and let them cook longer, crisp up a bit more. And double the batch for sure! :)
A Virtual Vegan says
Why do I never find things like that at garage sales? Lucky you! I am glad you enjoyed the Apple Pie Waffles. They are a breakfast favourite here. I always double (or sometimes triple) the batch and stash some away in the freezer. You can warm them up straight from frozen in the toaster. Perfect for mornings when you are short on time but want something yummy!Thanks for stopping by to leave feedback Natalie :O)
Sara | LifesLittleSweets.com says
Mmm, these look so good! I have never heard of apple pie waffles before, I think this is a great idea!
A Virtual Vegan says
Thanks Sara!
Kathryn Grace says
These look so good and I love that they’re made with spelt and flax. I featured them as the Recipe of the Day on my Facebook page, Cooking with Whole Grains & Real Whole Foods. I don’t know how many of your recipes have made it to that spot, but I know it’s quite a few now. You share wonderful food!
A Virtual Vegan says
Thank you so much Kathryn! I am honoured and will check it out and share it!
Kathryn Grace says
My pleasure Melanie.
Kathryn Grace says
My pleasure.
Agata @BarkTime says
Yummm! I love all things apple pie so will give your waffles a try next weekend :-)
A Virtual Vegan says
I hope you enjoy them Agata!
Anna says
These look great! can I sub the flax for chia? I don’t have any flax seed on hand :/
A Virtual Vegan says
Yes chia would work too. Same quantity. Enjoy!
Anna says
Thanks a lot for your quick response! :)
Emily | Rainbow Delicious says
These look and sound so good! I’m like you, I love to do something special for breakfast on lazy weekends! The best thing about doing waffles in my opinion is to double the recipe, freeze the extras, and toast them during the week for quick breakfasts too!
elysia134 says
I love the sound of these apple pie waffles!! This recipe sounds like it’s right up my alley! Awesome job!!
A Virtual Vegan says
Thanks Elysia!