These simple and delicious vegan gluten-free waffles are crispy on the outside and soft & fluffy on the inside! It's our family's favorite waffle recipe. (Oil-free, nut-free option.)

Plate of vegan gluten-free waffles with maple syrup

These healthy waffles are fluffy, satisfying, and SO delicious!

I set out to create a really solid vegan & gluten-free waffle recipe after being underwhelmed by other options. It took several attempts, but I'm thrilled with the results! It's quickly become a family favorite.

These waffles are crispy on the outside, and fluffy on the inside. Plus they're egg-free, dairy-free, oil-free, and each one has about 9 grams protein.

They're lightly accented with cinnamon & vanilla, and perfect topped with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or whatever toppings you love!

Flour, maple syrup, ground flax, vanilla extract, baking powder, and spice ingredients laid out on a metal tray

Ingredients for Vegan Gluten-Free Waffles

For this recipe you'll need:

Dairy-free milk: Use your favorite plant milk. I use homemade cashew milk, but oat milk, unsweetened almond milk, or soy milk all work great.
Ground flaxseed: You'll need 2 tablespoons which helps bind the ingredients together. Either regular or golden flax works great.
Pure maple syrup: This is optional, but I enjoy the touch of added sweetness.
Vanilla extract: Or you can also a tiny splash of almond extract if desired.
Gluten-free all-purpose flour: Bob's Red Mill makes a great gluten-free flour blend that I've been using for years now.
Almond flour: I use Bob's Red Mill super-fine almond flour. Either blanched or natural works great. (See notes below for nut-free options.)
Baking powder
Ground cinnamon: I use 1/4 teaspoon of Ceylon cinnamon, but add more as desired.
Salt: I use fine-grain salt for this recipe.

Note: The batter also works very well as a pancake mix!

Pouring pancake batter from a measuring cup onto a hot waffle iron

Customizing

I've tried many different variations and flour blends, and this recipe reflects my personal favorite texture. But here are some additional options for customizing the flour:

Gluten-free flour: I use Bob's Red Mill gluten-free all-purpose flour. You can use 1 cup oat flour + 1 cup almond flour, but I found them to be slightly crumbly this way.

Nut-free version: Omit both the almond flour and all-purpose flour, and use 2 cups oat flour for your base. I find this results in denser (but still very tasty!) waffles.

Want a cozy, autumn twist? Check out these delicious Vegan Pumpkin Waffles as well!

Overhead view of vegan gluten-free waffle cooking in a hot waffle iron with lid open

Preparation Tips

Batter: You'll whisk together the batter in a large bowl, then pour each serving on your pre-warmed waffle maker. It's best to let the batter sit for a few minutes before using.

Waffle iron: I use a large 7-inch round Belgian waffle maker (non-stick), so you may find the recipe yields more waffles if using a smaller waffle iron. Mine is non-stick, but feel free to use cooking spray, vegetable oil, or vegan melted butter if needed to prevent sticking on your own waffle maker.

Serving

Toppings: Serve with maple syrup, fresh berries, or fruit such as strawberries, blueberries, sliced banana, etc.

Freezing: I haven't tested these as a freezer meal, but I'm guessing they'd do well. I'd suggest allowing them to cool completely, then place in a freezer-friendly airtight bag or container with lid. Then toast from frozen in a toaster or toaster oven when ready to enjoy.

Gluten-free vegan waffle on a plate with strawberries and blueberries

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Vegan Gluten-Free Waffles (Oil-Free!)

These healthy, tasty waffles are crispy on the outside and soft & fluffy on the inside. A perfect way to start your morning!

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Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 25

Total Time: 30

Author: Kaitlin - The Garden Grazer

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Oil-Free, Vegan

Servings: 5 medium round Belgian waffles

Ingredients

Wet ingredients:

1 1/2 cups dairy-free milk
2 Tbsp. ground flaxseed
1 Tbsp. pure maple syrup (optional)
1 tsp. vanilla extract

Dry ingredients:

1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour*
1 cup almond flour** (super-fine)
1 Tbsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp. salt

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine all wet ingredients. Whisk and set aside.
In a separate bowl, combine all dry ingredients. Stir.
Add dry ingredients to wet, and whisk until just combined. Set batter aside to rest for a few minutes while you warm your waffle iron.
Turn on and preheat your waffle iron to desired setting. (I set mine medium to medium-high.)
Then using a 1/2-cup measuring cup, scoop out batter and place in the middle of the hot waffle iron. (No need to overfill it - I find it cooks better when I don't push the batter all the way to the edge.)
Close and let cook 5-7 minutes or until steam has completely stopped. Be sure not to open during cooking!
When fully cooked, carefully remove waffle and continue process with the remaining batter.

Notes

*Flour: I use Bob's Red Mill gluten-free all-purpose flour. You can substitute oat flour with the all-purpose, but we found them to be slightly crumbly this way.

**Nut-free version: Omit the almond flour and all-purpose flour, and use 2 cups oat flour for your base. We find this results in denser (but still very tasty!) waffles.

Flavors: Adjust flavoring as desired (more vanilla extract, cinnamon, or add a touch of almond extract.)

Waffle iron: My 7-inch round Belgian waffle iron is non-stick and doesn't require oil or spray. Be sure to lightly spray yours if your machine requires it.

Pancake option: This batter also works well for pancakes!

Nutrition Per Serving (Estimate)

Nutrition Facts

Vegan Gluten-Free Waffles (Oil-Free!)

Amount per Serving

Calories

263

% Daily Value*

Fat

Saturated Fat

Potassium

347

Carbohydrates

Fiber

Sugar

Protein

Calcium

302

Iron

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Sodium content: This is omitted as I cannot provide an accurate number. I encourage you to calculate your own to provide a much more precise reading based on the exact ingredients, brands, and amounts you're using.

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