Vegan Waffles with Hot Honey and Turmeric

Name: Vegan Waffles with Hot Honey and Turmeric
Cook time: 40 h
Total time: 40 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup chickpea flour (or almond flour); 1 cup all-purpose flour (or oat flour); 4 tbsp sugar (coconut sugar or maple syrup works too); 4 tbsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp salt; 2 cups unsweetened almond milk (or any plant-based milk); 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil; 2 tbsp ground flaxseed; 2 scoops vegan protein powder (optional, for a protein boost); 2 tsp vanilla extract; 2 tbsp almond butter or peanut butter; 2 tsp ground turmeric; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional, for warmth); 1 cup honey or maple syrup (use agave syrup for a fully vegan option); 2-4 tbsp chili flakes or chopped fresh chili (adjust based on spice preference); 2-4 tbsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice (to balance the sweetness and heat)

14 steps

Cook:40h

Looking for a breakfast that’s indulgent yet packed with wholesome goodness? These Double Batch Vegan Waffles with Hot Honey and Turmeric are a game-changer. They’re crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and bursting with unique flavors. The turmeric and cinnamon add a warm, earthy twist to traditional waffles, while the protein powder and almond butter offer a nutritional boost to keep you fueled. Drizzle these golden waffles with homemade Hot Honey (or a vegan alternative!) for a sweet-spicy kick that’s balanced with a splash of apple cider vinegar or lemon juice. Whether you’re hosting brunch, meal prepping for the week, or just treating yourself, this recipe brings comfort, creativity, and a dash of heat to your plate. Perfect for pairing with fresh fruit or your favorite toppings—breakfast just got a bold, delicious upgrade!

Updated at: Mon, 16 Dec 2024 22:41:59 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Moderate

Glycemic Load

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories852.3 kcal (43%)

Total Fat35.9 g (51%)

Carbs128.3 g (49%)

Sugars83.4 g (93%)

Protein11.8 g (24%)

Sodium1875.6 mg (94%)

Fiber4.9 g (17%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

4 servings

1 cupchickpea flour

or almond flour

1 cupall-purpose flour

or oat flour

4 Tbspsugar

coconut sugar or maple syrup works too

4 Tbspbaking powder

½ tspsalt

2 cupsunsweetened almond milk

or any plant-based milk

½ cupvegetable oil

or melted coconut oil

2 Tbspground flaxseed

2 scoopsvegan protein powder

optional, for a protein boost

2 tspvanilla extract

2 Tbspalmond butter

or peanut butter

2 tspground turmeric

½ tspground cinnamon

optional, for warmth

1 cuphoney

or maple syrup, use agave syrup for a fully vegan option

2 Tbspchili flakes

or chopped fresh chili, adjust based on spice preference

2 Tbspapple cider vinegar

or lemon juice, to balance the sweetness and heat

Instructions

Step 1

Instructions:

Step 2

1. Make the Waffles:

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine the chickpea flour, all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, turmeric, and cinnamon.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, ground flaxseed, and almond butter.

Step 5

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.

Step 6

Preheat your waffle iron and lightly grease it with oil or cooking spray.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the waffle iron (about 1/3 cup per waffle, depending on the size of your iron). Cook until golden brown and crispy.

Step 8

2. Make the Hot Honey:

Step 9

In a small saucepan, combine the honey (or maple/agave syrup) and chili flakes (or chopped fresh chili).

Step 10

Heat over low-medium heat for about 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the honey takes on a chili flavor.

Step 11

Stir in the apple cider vinegar or lemon juice to balance the sweetness and heat. Let it cool slightly.

Step 12

3. Serve:

Step 13

Once the waffles are ready, drizzle with the Hot Honey. For added texture and flavor, top with fresh fruit, a sprinkle of seeds, or some extra almond butter.

Step 14

Enjoy your spicy-sweet, protein-packed waffles with a touch of turmeric!