The Best Vegan Oat Walnut Waffles or Pancakes

Start your mornings on a wholesome, plant-based note with *The Best Vegan Oat Walnut Waffles or Pancakes*! These versatile, dairy-free delights are made with nutrient-rich rolled oats ground into flour, chopped walnuts for a nutty crunch, and a touch of ground cinnamon for cozy warmth. Perfectly crisped in a waffle iron or golden-brown on a skillet, this recipe delivers a hearty, satisfying texture while remaining completely gluten-free with a flour swap. A hint of maple syrup and vanilla adds natural sweetness, while apple cider vinegar ensures light, fluffy results. Ready in just 30 minutes, these waffles or pancakes are ideal for a weekend brunch or weekday treat. Pile them high with fresh fruit, drizzle with extra maple syrup, or customize with your favorite toppings for a breakfast you'll savor bite after bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Rolled oats
• 1 cup All-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
• 0.5 cup Walnuts, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1.75 cups Unsweetened plant-based milk (e.g., almond, oat, soy)
• 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Neutral oil (e.g., melted coconut oil or vegetable oil)

Directions

Step 1

In a high-speed blender or food processor, blend the rolled oats until finely ground into oat flour. (Alternatively, use store-bought oat flour.)

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the oat flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.

Step 3

Add the chopped walnuts to the dry mixture and stir to distribute evenly.

Step 4

In a separate bowl or measuring cup, combine the plant-based milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, apple cider vinegar, and neutral oil. Whisk to mix thoroughly.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are fine.

Step 6

For waffles: Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions. Lightly grease the plates with oil or cooking spray. Scoop the batter onto the waffle iron, spreading it out evenly, and cook until golden brown and crisp (typically 4-6 minutes per waffle). Repeat with the remaining batter.

Step 7

For pancakes: Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with oil or cooking spray. Scoop 1/4 cup of batter onto the skillet for each pancake. Cook for 2-3 minutes until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look set. Flip and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes until golden brown. Repeat with the remaining batter.

Step 8

Serve warm topped with maple syrup, fresh fruit, or your favorite toppings.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(813.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1777.5

Total Fat 82.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2797.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 225.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.8g	0%
Total Sugars 29.4g
Protein 45.8g	0%

Vitamin D 175.0IU	0%
Calcium 673.2mg	0%
Iron 13.1mg	0%
Potassium 994.0mg	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: 40.7%

Protein: 10.0%

Carbs: 49.3%