These whole wheat waffles offer a delicious, heart-healthy twist on a breakfast classic. By using egg whites instead of whole eggs and combining whole wheat flour with unbleached flour, you get a tender yet sturdy waffle that holds up beautifully to toppings. The addition of nonfat buttermilk adds a subtle tang and helps create a light, airy texture, while a touch of canola oil ensures the outside gets perfectly golden and crisp. They are ideal for a nutritious weekend brunch or a quick weekday morning. Serve them warm with fresh berries, a drizzle of maple syrup, or a dollop of Greek yogurt for a satisfying start to your day.
Waffles
Description
These whole wheat waffles offer a delicious, heart-healthy twist on a breakfast classic. By using egg whites instead of whole eggs and combining whole wheat flour with unbleached flour, you get a tender yet sturdy waffle that holds up beautifully to toppings. The addition of nonfat buttermilk adds a subtle tang and helps create a light, airy texture, while a touch of canola oil ensures the outside gets perfectly golden and crisp. They are ideal for a nutritious weekend brunch or a quick weekday morning. Serve them warm with fresh berries, a drizzle of maple syrup, or a dollop of Greek yogurt for a satisfying start to your day.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
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In a large bowl, lightly beat the egg whites until they become frothy.
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Add the baking powder, baking soda, whole wheat flour, unbleached flour, nonfat buttermilk, and canola oil to the egg whites.
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Stir gently until the batter is smooth and just combined; avoid overmixing to keep the waffles tender.
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Pour approximately 1/2 cup of batter onto the center of the hot waffle iron.
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Close the lid and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the steaming stops and the waffle is golden brown.
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Carefully remove the waffle from the iron and serve immediately.
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Repeat with remaining batter to make 8 waffles total.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 254.7kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 1.6g3%
- Saturated Fat 0.5g3%
- Cholesterol 1.2mg1%
- Sodium 100.6mg5%
- Total Carbohydrate 48.6g17%
- Dietary Fiber 3.8g16%
- Sugars 4.4g
- Protein 13.2g27%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
