Dairy-Free Waffle House-Style Waffles

Craving the golden, crispy perfection of diner-style waffles without the dairy? These Dairy-Free Waffle House-Style Waffles are your answer! Made with a clever combination of unsweetened almond milk and apple cider vinegar to create a luscious dairy-free "buttermilk," and aquafaba for an irresistibly fluffy texture, this recipe marries lightness and crunch in every bite. Perfectly seasoned with a hint of vanilla and a touch of sweetness, these waffles cook beautifully golden and crisp in just minutes. Simple to make, entirely plant-based, and endlessly customizable with your favorite toppings—whether it's maple syrup, fresh berries, or dairy-free whipped cream—this recipe will transform any breakfast or brunch into a feast worth savoring. Ready in under 30 minutes and designed for waffle lovers of all kinds, these waffles prove that classic comfort can be deliciously dairy-free.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1.75 cups Unsweetened almond milk (or any preferred dairy-free milk)
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 3 tablespoons Neutral oil (such as vegetable or canola oil)
• 3 tablespoons Aquafaba (chickpea brine, whipped lightly until frothy)
• 1 as needed Non-stick cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Stir gently and let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to curdle and create a dairy-free 'buttermilk'.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar until well combined.

Step 3

Add the 'buttermilk' mixture, vanilla extract, and neutral oil to the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix—the batter should be slightly lumpy.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, lightly whisk the aquafaba until frothy, then fold it into the waffle batter. This step helps create a light, fluffy texture in the waffles.

Step 5

Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions. Once hot, lightly coat the surface with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Pour enough batter onto the waffle iron to cover about two-thirds of the surface area (the batter will spread as it cooks). Close the lid and cook until the waffles are golden brown and crisp, usually 4-6 minutes depending on your waffle iron.

Step 7

Carefully remove the cooked waffle and repeat with the remaining batter, spraying the waffle iron lightly with cooking spray as needed between batches.

Step 8

Serve the waffles warm with your favorite toppings, such as maple syrup, fresh fruit, dairy-free whipped cream, or vegan butter.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(815.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1469.8

Total Fat 49.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2255.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 227.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 38.9g
Protein 27.1g	0%

Vitamin D 175.0IU	0%
Calcium 824.8mg	0%
Iron 12.7mg	0%
Potassium 572.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.5%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 62.1%