Banana Chocolate Chip Whole Wheat Waffles
Fluffy whole wheat waffles studded with chocolate chips and naturally sweetened with mashed banana create a wholesome breakfast that feels like a treat. The banana adds moisture and subtle sweetness while the whole wheat flour provides nutty depth and extra nutrition. Perfect for weekend family breakfasts or special occasions when you want something more indulgent than plain waffles but still relatively healthy. The chocolate chips melt slightly during cooking, creating pockets of rich flavor throughout.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Shibolim White Whole Wheat Flour
- 2 tablespoons Haddar Baking Powder
- ¼ cup demerara sugar
- 1 banana
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 2 cups milk
- ½ cup Glicks Chocolate Chips
Instructions
- 1
Sift together flour, baking powder, and sugar in a large bowl
- 2
Mash banana in a second bowl
- 3
Add eggs, oil, and milk to mashed banana and mix well
- 4
Combine wet and dry ingredients
- 5
Preheat waffle maker and spray with nonstick cooking spray
- 6
Add batter to hot waffle maker
- 7
Sprinkle tops of waffle with chocolate chips
- 8
Close maker and cook about three minutes or until light brown in color
Tips
Don't overmix the batter - lumps from the mashed banana are normal and help create tender waffles
Preheat your waffle maker fully before adding batter to ensure even cooking and easy release
Add chocolate chips directly to the batter surface rather than mixing in to prevent them from sinking
Good to Know
Store leftover waffles covered in refrigerator for up to 3 days
Batter can be mixed night before and refrigerated, stir gently before using
Serve immediately while hot with syrup, butter, or fresh fruit
Common Mistakes
Preheat waffle maker fully to avoid sticking and uneven cooking
Don't overmix batter to avoid tough waffles
Add chocolate chips to surface rather than mixing in to prevent sinking
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
General Alternatives
FAQ
Can I make these waffles dairy-free?
Yes, substitute the milk with any unsweetened non-dairy milk like almond or oat milk in equal amounts.
What if I don't have demerara sugar?
Regular granulated sugar works perfectly fine as a substitute using the same amount.
How long do leftover waffles keep?
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.