Maple-Banana Oat Waffles with Cinnamon
Fluffy, whole-grain waffles loaded with banana and maple syrup, baked without refined sugar for a naturally sweet breakfast. This american-inspired breakfast (vegetarian) ready in about 22 minutes combines Old-fashioned oats, Mashed banana, Pure maple syrup into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 340 calories and feeds 2, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup Mashed banana
- 2 tbsp Pure maple syrup
- 1 large Egg
- 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp Baking powder
Instructions
- Step 1: Pulse 1 cup old-fashioned oats in a food processor until finely ground, about 1 minute until resembling flour.
- Step 2: In a bowl, combine ground oats, 1/2 cup mashed banana, 2 tbsp pure maple syrup, 1 large egg, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, and 1/2 tsp baking powder. Mix until smooth and thick, like pancake batter.
- Step 3: Preheat a waffle iron and lightly grease. Pour 1/3 cup batter onto the center of the preheated waffle iron and close lid. Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
- Step 4: Repeat with remaining batter, adding 1/2 cup mashed banana to each batch if needed to maintain consistency.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Banana Oat Waffles with Cinnamon take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a busy morning; prep components the night before to save active time.
How do I store leftover Maple-Banana Oat Waffles with Cinnamon?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven; egg- or grain-based items may need a splash of milk or water to refresh texture. Cold-served items (overnight oats, smoothies) keep 2–3 days in the fridge.
Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Banana Oat Waffles with Cinnamon?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Maple-Banana Oat Waffles with Cinnamon for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Maple-Banana Oat Waffles with Cinnamon vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
