Banana Nut Waffles with Maple Yogurt Topping

 

Banana Nut Waffles with Maple Yogurt Topping

Ingredients

For the Waffles:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 2 large eggs
• 1 1/4 cups milk (or a milk alternative)
• 1/2 cup mashed ripe banana (about 1 large banana)
• 1/4 cup melted butter (or coconut oil)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

For the Maple Yogurt Topping:

• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Toppings:

• Sliced bananas
• Additional chopped nuts
• Maple syrup
• Whipped cream

Instructions

1. Preheat the Waffle Iron:

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

2. Prepare the Waffle Batter:

   • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
   • In another bowl, beat the eggs and then add the milk, mashed banana, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix well until combined.
   • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
   • Gently fold in the chopped nuts.

3. Cook the Waffles:

   • Lightly grease the waffle iron with cooking spray or brush with melted butter.
   • Pour the batter onto the preheated waffle iron (amount depends on the size of your waffle iron).
   • Cook the waffles according to the manufacturer's instructions, usually about 3-5 minutes, until golden brown and crisp.

4. Prepare the Maple Yogurt Topping:

   • In a small bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.

5. Serve:

   • Top the warm waffles with a dollop of maple yogurt topping.
   • Add optional toppings such as sliced bananas, additional chopped nuts, and a drizzle of maple syrup.
   • Enjoy your Banana Nut Waffles with Maple Yogurt Topping!