Sourdough Banana Nut Waffles

Start your morning with a delightful twist on a classic breakfast favorite—Sourdough Banana Nut Waffles. These waffles combine the subtle tang of sourdough discard with the natural sweetness of overripe banana, creating a perfectly balanced flavor profile that is both comforting and unique. With a tender, fluffy texture and a hint of warm cinnamon, these waffles are studded with crunchy walnuts for added texture and nutty goodness. Ideal for using up sourdough starter leftovers, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 30 minutes and is perfect for weekend brunch or a cozy breakfast treat. Serve them golden and crisp straight off the waffle iron, topped with maple syrup, fresh bananas, or a dollop of whipped cream for an indulgent, homemade experience. Whether you're a sourdough enthusiast or simply crave a nutty, banana-infused breakfast, these waffles are guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Sourdough discard
• 1 Overripe banana
• 0.75 cup Milk
• 1 Egg
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 as needed Non-stick cooking spray or melted butter (for waffle iron)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 2

In a separate large bowl, mash the overripe banana until smooth.

Step 3

Add the sourdough discard, milk, egg, melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract to the mashed banana and whisk until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; some lumps are fine.

Step 5

Fold in the chopped walnuts gently to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Lightly spray the waffle iron with non-stick cooking spray or brush it with melted butter.

Step 8

Pour an appropriate amount of batter onto the waffle iron (depending on its size) and spread it out slightly. Close the lid and cook until the waffles are golden brown and crisp, about 4-6 minutes, or as per your waffle iron's settings.

Step 9

Carefully remove the cooked waffles and repeat with the remaining batter, re-greasing the waffle iron as needed.

Step 10

Serve the waffles warm with your choice of toppings, such as maple syrup, fresh banana slices, whipped cream, or an additional sprinkle of chopped nuts.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(743.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1868.2

Total Fat 99.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 336.5mg	0%
Sodium 2035.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 209.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.5g	0%
Total Sugars 44.9g
Protein 43.5g	0%

Vitamin D 128.5IU	0%
Calcium 378.6mg	0%
Iron 10.8mg	0%
Potassium 1318.4mg	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: 46.9%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 44.0%