Power Waffle

Start your day with a nutritious and flavorful boost by indulging in the ultimate "Power Waffle." Packed with wholesome ingredients like hearty whole wheat flour, fiber-rich rolled oats, and nutrient-dense chia seeds, this recipe is designed to keep you energized all morning long. Enhanced with the natural sweetness of honey and unsweetened applesauce, and a touch of warm cinnamon, these waffles strike the perfect balance between healthful and delicious. Folded with crunchy walnuts for added texture and protein, every bite offers a delightful crunch. Quick to whip up in just 30 minutes, these golden waffles are perfect for busy mornings, family breakfasts, or meal prepping. Customize your experience by topping them with fresh fruit, creamy yogurt, or a drizzle of nut butter. Whether you're fueling up for a workout or enjoying a cozy weekend brunch, these Power Waffles deliver on both nutrition and taste!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 0.5 cup rolled oats
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1.5 cups low-fat milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• 0.5 cup walnuts, chopped
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil or non-stick spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, rolled oats, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Stir well to ensure an even distribution of ingredients.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, vanilla extract, applesauce, and honey until fully combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix to avoid tough waffles.

Step 5

Fold in the chia seeds and chopped walnuts, ensuring they are evenly dispersed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Lightly grease the waffle iron with coconut oil or non-stick spray.

Step 7

Pour an appropriate amount of batter onto the preheated waffle iron, based on the manufacturer's recommendations, and close the lid.

Step 8

Cook for 4-6 minutes or until the waffles are golden brown and crisp. Note that cooking times may vary with different waffle irons.

Step 9

Carefully remove the waffles and serve immediately with your choice of toppings such as fresh fruit, yogurt, or nut butter.

Step 10

Repeat the process with the remaining batter, greasing the waffle iron as needed.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(913.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1834.2

Total Fat 95.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g
Cholesterol 400.8mg	0%
Sodium 2271.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 205.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.0g	0%
Total Sugars 65.9g
Protein 60.7g	0%

Vitamin D 231.2IU	0%
Calcium 758.2mg	0%
Iron 12.7mg	0%
Potassium 1258.1mg	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: 44.8%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 42.6%