Brownie Waffles Recipe | The Gracious Pantry | Healthy Breakfast Recipes (2024)

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These brownie waffles are almost like having dessert for breakfast.

OMG! I swear I had brownies for breakfast! These clean eating brownie waffles taste just like the real thing!

Brownie Waffles Recipe | The Gracious Pantry | Healthy Breakfast Recipes (1)

But first of all, I should mention that as much as I’d like to say that these also have the texture of a brownie, I have to tell you up front that the texture is like a waffle, not a brownie. You can’t expect miracles. Well you could, but if I could do that, I’d have my own TV show at the very least. Don’t you think?

If you find you like these, the freeze pretty well too! Make a double batch, freeze them and then just pop them in the toasted to warm them up in the morning. Just keep in mind that they are already fully cooked, so don’t leave them in the toaster too long or they will taste burned. Anyhoo, I got the original recipe from the MealMakeoverMoms web site (which now seems to be permanently closed down). I liked the idea, but the recipe just didn’t fall into my definition of clean. So of course, I just HAD to “clean it up”, cause that’s what I love to do. So here’s my clean eating version of these fabulously delicious waffles.

Furthermore, you can make these a travel-friendly breakfast by putting a small pat of butter on them, folding them in half and walking out the door! Easy!

Note: If you like your waffles crispy, eat them hot and right off the waffle iron. If you like them softer or spongier, plan to let them sit out on the counter for a little while before eating them (an hour or two should do the trick) because they soften with time.

Brownie Waffles – Topping Ideas

  • Mix fruit sweetened yogurt with a non-fat cottage cheese and pour over your waffles (I did this, and MAN was it good!)
  • Honey and a bit of Greek yogurt
  • Honey and nuts (any nuts would work great on these)

Healthy Breakfast Recipes

  • Protein Waffles
  • Breakfast Waffles
  • French Toast
  • Whole Wheat Pancakes
  • Buckwheat Crepes

Healthy Brownie Waffles Recipe

Brownie Waffles Recipe | The Gracious Pantry | Healthy Breakfast Recipes (3)

Healthy Brownie Waffles

These delicious waffles will make you think you are having brownies for breakfast!! But shhhh….! Nobody needs to know they are healthy!

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Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes minutes

Servings: 14 standard waffle

Calories: 133kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups whole wheat pastry flour
  • ½ cup cocoa powder
  • 1 tbsp. baking powder
  • 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp. salt
  • ¼ cup wheat germ (I used raw wheat germ, but any kind will work)
  • 1 ¾ cups milk (dairy or non-dairy will work)
  • 2 medium ripe bananas
  • 2 large whole eggs
  • 2 tbsp. light-flavored oil
  • 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract
  • 3 tbsp. honey

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Instructions

  • Place a flour sifter in a large mixing bowl, and place all your dry ingredients, except for the wheat germ, into the sifter and sift.

  • Add your wheat germ to the bowl and blend well with a whisk. (You could put your wheat germ in the sifter like I did, but you’ll find out quickly that it doesn’t sift well.)

  • In a separate bowl, mix all your wet ingredients. I used a hand blender to blend everything into a smooth liquid.

  • Pour your wet ingredients into your dry ingredients, and blend with a whisk. Don’t over mix, but do get out any clumps you see.

  • Pour a little in at a time. Use a spatula to help it spread. You don’t want to go to heavy, or you’ll end up like me with batter oozing out the sides. Less is more here. Trust me.

Notes

Please note that the nutrition data below is a ballpark figure. Exact data is not possible.

Nutrition

Serving: 1waffle | Calories: 133kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 59mg | Potassium: 328mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 1.5mg | Calcium: 98mg | Iron: 1.3mg

Recipe from the Gracious Pantry archives, originally posted 3/14/10.

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FAQs

What can you eat waffles with for breakfast? ›

Whipped Cream and Berries- Another classic, a dollop of whipped cream topped with fresh berries makes a plate of waffles feel like a special occasion. Peanut Butter and Banana- Spread your waffles with peanut butter and top with banana slices for a tasty combination. Parfait- Add yogurt, fresh strawberries and granola.

How to jazz up waffles? ›

  1. Bacon! ...
  2. A handful of blueberries or other small or sliced berries.
  3. Miniature chocolate chips. ...
  4. Miniature cinnamon chips. ...
  5. Peanut butter (about 1/4 cup peanut butter for every cup of flour). ...
  6. 1/2 cup cocoa with 1/3 cup sugar.
  7. 1 cup crushed pineapples (drained well); top finished waffles with whipped cream and coconut flakes.
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What side dishes go with waffles? ›

Top your waffles with fried eggs and bacon, serve grilled tomatoes and baked mushrooms or sautéed green beans on the side. If you want to go over the top, make some homemade baked beans along the side.

Are waffles healthy? ›

Pancakes or waffles

Despite their tasty profile, these comfort foods are often made with refined white flour and topped with butter and syrup, which is essentially pure sugar. This means that pancakes and waffles are high in calories, fat, and sugar, yet lacking in protein and fiber.

Can I eat waffles every morning? ›

The most important is the balance, so once in a while you can eat pancakes and waffles, but don't make it a every day thing.

Are frozen waffles a healthy breakfast? ›

Frozen waffles can make a healthy start to your day if they're made with whole grains. The carbs will give you energy to power through your morning, and the fiber and protein will help you feel full until lunchtime. A closer look into the ingredients of frozen waffles can tell you which brands are healthy.

How do you jazz up frozen waffles? ›

"Simply toast two waffles and smear peanut butter or hazelnut-chocolate spread on one waffle. Top with banana or berries and place the second waffle on top," Stanley said. For a savory twist on the waffle sandwich, try using fillings like bacon, egg, and cheese or even fried chicken.

What to add to store-bought waffle mix? ›

Here are five ingredients you can add that make boxed waffle mix taste even better:
  1. Lemon/Orange Zest.
  2. Vanilla Extract.
  3. Melted Butter.
  4. Buttermilk.
  5. Yeast.
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What do you serve at a waffle party? ›

Opt for a variety of syrups, jams, compotes, toppings and sides—from whipped cream and fresh fruit to bacon and eggs—so your guests can personalize their plates to their heart's content. For added convenience, check out our selection of pancake and waffle mixes that will make prep a breeze!

What is the most common thing to put on waffles? ›

Maple syrup is one of the most common breakfast toppings, and when enjoying a traditional waffle, it's a necessary topping. While maple syrup is usually the preferred choice, you can mix things up by trying different flavors for a new experience.

What drink goes with waffles? ›

Waffle and co*cktail Pairings
  • Cheese & Bacon-Filled Waffles with Smoky Bacon Bloody Mary.
  • Cinnamon Roll Waffles with Moscow Mule.
  • Vanilla Berry Waffles with Smokey Tequila Grapefruit co*cktail.

What two foods can you not eat for breakfast? ›

“Consuming high sugar foods such as pastries and high sugar breakfast cereals or high sugar yoghurts aren't ideal for breakfast as they can spike blood glucose levels, leaving you feeling hungrier faster,” registered nutritionist and the author of How To Stay Healthy, Jenna Hope tells GLAMOUR.

Which is healthier waffle or pancake? ›

Neither carb-tastic treat is exactly spa food (though both can be made healthier and/or made to suit special diets—by using almond flour for gluten-free versions, for instance), but if you're counting calories, waffles have about 100 more of them than pancakes, and more cholesterol too, but that's before you factor in ...

What do Americans eat waffles with? ›

We enjoy eating them with blueberries and maple syrup. However other common toppings include: Sliced strawberries. Sliced bananas.

Is waffle a breakfast meal? ›

In the United States and Canada, waffles are a popular breakfast food, often topped with butter and maple syrup or fruit preserves. Waffles also can serve as a base for savoury mixtures such as seafood or poultry in sauce. In Belgium, waffles are a popular snack food.

What goes well with pancakes for breakfast? ›

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