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Banana Waffles are filled with fresh banana puree for a naturally sweet flavor. This kid-friendly breakfast whips up in only 15 minutes!!

Sweet Banana Waffles are a filling breakfast on their own. If you need a little more, they pair perfectly with a side of Scrambled Eggs and some Bacon Cooked in the Oven.

Stack of banana waffles on a white plate

Naturally Sweet!

We LOVE breakfast food. We love it so much that on a weekly basis we serve up breakfast for dinner. With such busy mornings, and no time for elaborate meals, we have to whip up our favorites in the evening.

This is a win-win in our books, because it’s never too late for a plate of pancakes or a breakfast casserole!

Hubby loves him some waffles, so that is a staple in our house. While we love our buttermilk waffles, it’s fun to mix things up.

I thought I’d add some natural sweetness by mashing up bananas and adding them in the batter. The result was this batch of luscious Banana Waffles. They are borderline banana bread, part waffle, and all good!

Batter for banana waffles in a white bowl

How to make banana Waffles

PREP. Preheat waffle iron

DRY INGREDIENTS. Sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, nutmeg and cinnamon in a large mixing bowl.

WET INGREDIENTS. Whisk in milk, egg, vanilla extract, and mashed bananas and stir until just incorporated (you don’t want to over-mix).

COOK + SERVE. Pour batter onto greased waffle iron and cook until golden. Serve warm.

Favorite Toppings

The Banana Waffles are absolutely delicious and can easily be eaten without any toppings at all. Of course should you want to add some extra delicious flavors here are some favorites:

Banana waffles topped with fresh sliced bananas

TIPS + FAQ

Waffle Tip: The less you fuss with the batter the fluffier your waffles will be! I always let my batter sit for a few minutes to thicken before I make the waffles. 

  • Be sure you mix the dry ingredients separately as directed in the instructions. 
  • Don’t over mix. Its ok if the batter has a few lumps.

How to freeze? Freeze these waffles to be enjoyed later whether you make ahead of time or have leftovers.  Place the cooked waffles on a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Freeze until frozen (about 2 hours). Then, put them in an airtight freezer safe container. I usually use a Freezer Ziploc bag. The waffles will stay good for up to 4 months.

How to store? Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.

How to reheat? To reheat refrigerated or frozen waffles, preheat oven or toaster oven to 350 degrees F and bake for 10-15 minutes or until hot. You can also heat them up in a toaster or the microwave.

Stack of banana waffles on a white plate

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Banana Waffles Recipe

By: Lil’ Luna
Banana Waffles are filled with fresh banana puree for a naturally sweet flavor. This kid-friendly breakfast whips up in only 15 minutes!!
Servings: 4
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Total: 15 minutes

Ingredients 

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Instructions 

  • Preheat waffle iron
  • Sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, nutmeg and cinnamon in a large mixing bowl.
  • Whisk in milk, egg, vanilla and mashed bananas and mix until just incorporated (you don't want to over-mix).
  • Pour batter onto greased waffle iron and cook until golden. Serve warm.

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Nutrition

Serving: 4g, Calories: 265kcal, Carbohydrates: 51g, Protein: 8g, Fat: 4g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Trans Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 47mg, Sodium: 337mg, Potassium: 653mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 14g, Vitamin A: 196IU, Vitamin C: 5mg, Calcium: 214mg, Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
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My name is Kristyn and I’m the mom of SIX stinkin’ cute kids and the wife to my smokin’ hot hubby, Lo. My mom’s maiden name is Luna, and I’m one of the many crafty “Lil’ Lunas” in the fam. On this site I like to share all things creative - from recipes to home decor to gifts and home decor ideas. Welcome!

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22 Comments

  1. Steve says:

    5 stars
    This is my go to recipe for delicious banana waffles. Simple and easy to make even for a 75 year old male. I did delete the sugar but added pecan pieces. They freeze up nicely too. Many thanks for this great recipe.

    1. Lil'Luna Team says:

      You’re welcome! I’m so glad you enjoyed the waffles!

  2. ST says:

    5 stars
    They turned out nice and fluffy! Definitely a hit

  3. Koly says:

    5 stars
    I made it with wheat flour and I put the fine shredded bulgur in it like one tablespoon and it worked well for me,
    The bulgur I never thought it will make it a hint of crisp but it worked for me and the recipe without my suggestion is already perfect

    Many thx
    Koly

  4. Susan Van Doren says:

    1 star
    Had some really ripe bananas. Decided to try your recipe especially bc of all the good reviews. My husband would not eat them. The flavor is fine but they have no crispness to them at all like most waffles. Did you forget to add a little melted butter or oil to the recipe? Won’t make them again. Sorry.

  5. Noelle says:

    5 stars
    Little one ate almost a whole waffle!

  6. Stacy says:

    5 stars
    Congratulations, I really like your site and I am more inspired by you for my own creativity. I wanted to thank you for a number of useful and tasty recipes. Most recently, I used this recipe to make breakfast for my family. Ohhhh- https://kitchenbackground.com/how-to-make-waffles/ Husband and children are delighted. Thanks for the help. After changing a couple of categories in the recipe, I also created my own, I hope you will appreciate and understand what has become my muse and passion in cooking! Thanks for this to the author and the team that cares about this page! I love it!

  7. Kristina says:

    5 stars
    Im alwasy trying to change up our normal recipes and this hit the mark.

  8. Allyssa says:

    5 stars
    This tasted so amazing! Thanks a lot for sharing this super easy to make banana waffles recipe! Fam really loves it! Will surely have this again! Highly recommended!

  9. Joy says:

    5 stars
    I will be making these again for sure!! Love the hint of banana & how soft they are! My kids added some nutella on top.

  10. Olivia says:

    5 stars
    Waffles and bananas? Great combination for a nice breakfast. Almost like eating banana bread.