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Easy Dairy Free Waffles {Gluten, Egg and Soy Free}

Published: Jun 5, 2021 · Updated: Jun 21, 2021 by Kristi Winkels, RDN, LD · This post may contain affiliate links · 3 Comments

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These dairy free waffles are free of the most common allergens including dairy, eggs, and gluten. Enjoy them hot off the waffle iron or freeze the leftovers for a quick breakfast that beats a toaster waffle any day!

A waffle topped with berries

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When you have multiple food allergies, it can be hard to find breakfast foods that are are satisfying and safe all at the same time.

Waffles are a great breakfast option because they're so versatile. We usually top them with pure maple syrup but there are lots of ways to enjoy a good waffle!

For example, spreading sunflower butter or another safe nut/seed butter on top adds protein to your breakfast (or any other meal/snack!)

Waffles can also be used in place of bread to make sandwiches!

Why this recipe works

These dairy free waffles are really easy to make and they’re free of the most common allergens including eggs, soy, dairy, and gluten.

And guess what? They’re still crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and so delicious you can eat them without any toppings!

I used to just make waffles with this pancake recipe and they were fine. But I decided they really could be better. So I started to research what gives a waffle that crispy-on-the-outside texture. And the answer was fat! Adding a bit more fat made these waffles the texture I was looking for.

What goes into this recipe

Waffle ingredients including gluten free flour, protein powder, baking powder, salt, sugar, egg replacer, milk substitute, oil, and vanilla.

Ingredient notes

  • Flour - I use an all-purpose gluten free flour from Bob's Red Mill. You can use whatever flour works for you (even wheat flour if you can have it). Please note that the consistency of the batter might vary depending on the flour blend you use. If the batter is too thick to pour, you can add additional milk to thin it a bit.
  • Egg replacer - To make egg free waffles, I use Bob's Red Mill Egg Replacer. If you have Ener-G Foods egg replacer you can use that as well, just use 1 ½ teaspoons instead of 1 tablespoon. No need to avoid eggs? You can use one egg instead.
  • Dairy free milk - Many waffle recipes have cow's milk or buttermilk and sometimes even butter included. To make dairy free waffles, you just need a milk substitute of some kind. I have tested this recipe with both soy milk and oat milk and both work well.

Waffle iron options

I'm a sucker for kitchen appliances so I have a couple of waffle iron options in my kitchen. We often make these waffles in a Belgian waffle maker. This makes the process pretty fast because one Belgian waffle takes up a lot more batter than a standard waffle. The large waffle is cut into four and frozen in those smaller pieces.

I also really like my Dash waffle maker!

A mini waffle maker with a waffle on it.

Yes, it's little - it makes 4-inch round waffles. Using this waffle iron makes the waffle-making process a little longer. So, why do I do it? Two reasons:

  • The waffle maker is super easy to clean (maybe makes up for the time lost in making a bunch of little waffles?)
  • They're the perfect size for sandwiches!

How to make this recipe

Start by adding all of the dry ingredients including the flour, sugar, baking powder, egg replacer, and salt to a mixing bowl. Mix them together with a whisk.

Two images showing the dry ingredients being added to a mixing bowl and mixed.

Next, add the wet ingredients including the milk, oil, and vanilla.

Two images showing wet ingredients added to a mixing bowl and mixed with a whisk.

Next, preheat your waffle iron and spray with safe cooking spray. Cook the waffles according to the manufacturer's instructions for your waffle iron. My waffles took about 5 minutes each using a Belgian waffle iron.

Two photos showing a waffle iron being sprayed with cooking spray and a fully cooked waffle.

Recipe tips and FAQ's

Can I add protein powder? Yes, I sometimes do to give the waffles a protein boost. I add ¼ cup to the dry ingredients. I usually have to add an additional ½ cup milk to get the batter to the right consistency.

What consistency should the batter be? The batter will be pourable but pretty thick. If you use a thinner milk substitute like rice milk, start with about 1 ½ cups, mix, and then add the remaining amount depending on the consistency. It should be the consistency of a thick milkshake.

Topping ideas - If you just want to have a waffle the traditional way, you can't beat pure maple syrup! My grandpas both made their own each year so I wouldn't dream of using any cheap imitation.

I like to top my waffles with berries, too. I always have frozen berries on hand but will sometimes use fresh ones if they're available. If we really want to get fancy, we might top it with a little dairy free whipped topping.

Two dairy free waffles topped with coconut whipped cream and maple syrup.

Waffle breakfast sandwiches

A good bread that is free of the most common allergens can be hard to come by. We've found a few brands that are OK but they are usually pretty dry and crumbly.

Guess what? Waffles work well as a bread substitute for sandwiches! This recipe is on the slightly sweeter side because it has some sugar added. If you aren't a fan of mixing sweet and savory, omit the sugar and add a little salt and pepper or other herbs and spices. Here are a few sandwich ideas:

  • Sunflower butter and jelly
  • Sunflower butter and banana (trust me - it's delicious!)
  • Ham and dairy free cheese (kind of like a grilled cheese)
  • Sausage, dairy free cheese, and veggies like spinach and tomato slices
  • Turkey or chicken, lettuce, veggies of your choice, and a slice of avocado
  • Hummus topped with veggies

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Dairy free waffles with maple syrup

Dairy Free Waffles {Top 9 Allergen Free!}

Kristi Winkels, RDN, LD
These dairy free waffles are also gluten free and free of the top 9 allergens. Enjoy them topped with maple syrup or use them as bread for a breakfast sandwich. Yum!
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 17 minutes mins
Course Breakfast
Servings 12 4 inch waffles
Calories 223 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups gluten free all purpose flour blend (like Bob's Red Mill All Purpose Gluten Free Flour)
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 tablespoon Bob's Red Mill Egg Replacer
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups dairy free milk substitute* such as soy or oat milk
  • ½ cup canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions
 

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and egg replacer. Add the milk, oil, and vanilla and mix well.
  • Preheat waffle iron and coat with cooking spray. Pour enough batter to fill the wells and cook according to manufacturer instructions. Serve warm and/or store leftovers in an airtight container and freeze them for future use. 
    Makes 4 Belgian waffles or 12 (4-inch) waffles.
    *If using rice milk, start with 1-½ cups milk and gradually add the remaining to the right consistency. 

Notes

*To boost protein, add ¼ cup of your favorite protein powder to the dry ingredients (read this post for some of my favorite allergy friendly options). Add an additional ½ cup milk substitute. The batter will be thick but pourable.

Nutrition

Serving: 14 inch waffleCalories: 223kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 408mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6g
Keyword dairy free, egg free, gluten free, peanut free, sesame free, soy free, tree nut free, wheat free
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  1. Amy Higham says

    December 18, 2022 at 6:17 pm

    Can you use mashed flaxseed for the egg replacer in this recipe?

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    • Kristi Winkels, RDN, LD says

      December 18, 2022 at 8:39 pm

      Hi Amy,
      I haven't tested this recipe with ground flax so I can't say for sure. If you try it, I would recommend 1 tablespoon ground flax with 3 tablespoons warm water (1 flax "egg"). I hope that helps!

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  2. Mandy says

    June 06, 2021 at 6:16 am

    These waffles made my morning! They’re really easy to make and so tasty!5 stars

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