Mini Waffles are a super cute breakfast option for kids or adults! This recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and freezer friendly!

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• Mini Waffle Maker
• 🍴Ingredient Notes
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• Expert Tips
• Frequently Asked Questions
• How to store leftovers
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Why you'll love this recipe

• Mini Waffles are super cute and great for kids!
• They're really easy to make!
• They're gluten-free and dairy-free which makes them a great allergy friendly option.
• Serve them on their own or add them to a Breakfast Board!
• They make a great snack! Just top with nut butter and fruit.
• They're freezer friendly and great for meal prep!
• The topping options are endless! (See below for ideas.)

Mini Waffle Maker

I'm a sucker for anything mini, especially mini appliances! The Dash Waffle Maker is so cute and only takes a couple minutes to warm up.

If you want to save time, Dash also makes a larger waffle maker that cooks four mini waffles at the same time!

If you don't have a mini waffle maker, a full size works great too!

🍴Ingredient Notes

• Unsweetened Coconut Milk - Any dairy-free milk will work with this recipe.
• Applesauce - Unsweetened works best!
• Eggs - I would not recommend using an egg replacement for this recipe.
• Apple Cider Vinegar - I promise you won't taste it! Apple cider vinegar helps to activate the baking soda and create the dairy free "buttermilk."
• Vanilla Extract - You'll need just a splash for flavor!
• Cassava Flour - I would not recommend swapping for any other flour. Cassava flour is
• Baking Powder + Baking Soda - You'll need both to create a super fluffy pancake!

Topping & Add-In Ideas

• Chocolate Chips - Since I’m dairy-free I like to use vegan chocolate chips. I personally love the brands Hu Kitchen and Pascha – they make high quality chocolate that’s dairy-free and soy-free.
• Fresh Blueberries 
• Fresh Raspberries
• Cubed Banana Pieces - my personal favorite! I usually cut them into small pieces, and mash them into the batter with the hand mixer.
• Diced Strawberries
• I also love using Coconut Nectar as a maple syrup alternative!
• Coconut Whipped Cream - You can find a step-by-step recipe on my Strawberry Shortcake post!

🍴Step by Step Instructions

Step 1: Making the Dairy Free Buttermilk

Start by adding coconut milk and apple cider vinegar into a mixing bowl. Stir together and let sit for 5 minutes. (This creates a dairy-free buttermilk.)

Step 2: Mixing Dry Ingredients

Next add cassava flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into a bowl. Whisk together.

Step 3: Mixing Wet Ingredients

Then add eggs, vanilla extract, and applesauce into the coconut milk and apple cider vinegar. Whisk together until you see small bubbles at the top.

Step 4:

Finally, combine the dry and wet mixture with a whisk. It should be a smooth consistency. Set aside while you pre-heat the waffle maker.

Step 5:

If you'd like to add chocolate chips or fruit into the batter. Fold together before cooking the waffles.

Plug in the mini waffle maker and wait until you hear the click or a light flashes on signaling that it's ready to use. Pour about ¼ cup of mixture into the waffle maker and cook for 2 minutes.

Step 4:

After two minutes, pop open the waffle maker and use a fork to pull it out. Repeat until all of the batter is gone. (It should make about 8 waffles.)

Expert Tips

• Spray the waffle maker with coconut oil or any non-stick spray to ensure they don't stick.
• Set a timer for 2 minutes, do not open the waffle maker before the timer goes off.
• Do not add too much batter into the waffle maker or it will spill out.
• Let the apple cider vinegar and coconut milk sit for at least 5 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to store leftovers

Store leftover pancakes in a sealed bag or glass container in the refrigerator. (Make sure they have cooled first.) After about 5 days in the fridge, I would transfer them into the freezer!

You can also store leftover batter in the refrigerator for a few days. Make sure to cover the mixing bowl or transfer it into a smaller container with a lid.

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