Vegan waffles

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12 Sep

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Vegan, gluten-free waffles are a delicious addition to your breakfast menu that cater to dietary restrictions. They're surprisingly tasty, with a light and fluffy texture, and can be customized with add-ins like berries or nuts. Plus, they're a thoughtful way to accommodate guests with dietary needs. Try them out for a unique and inclusive breakfast experience!

Notes on ingredients

Buckwheat flour

Buckwheat does not contain wheat even though it has wheat in the name. You can buy this online or in most UK supermarkets. I haven’t tried using another flour instead of buckwheat, so if you wanted to substitute it with another gluten-free flour, I couldn’t guarantee how the recipe would turn out. However, please let me know if you have succeeded with other flours!

Coconut milk

I only use coconut milk that has one ingredient, coconuts. Most of the coconut milk that you can find in the supermarket now has added gums and all sorts of emulsifiers and E numbers, which are firstly anti-inflammatory ( something you need to avoid if you have allergies or intolerances as our health is already compromised), carrageenan gum is linked to cancer and can cause IBS type symptoms ( yes shocking!). Read more about this here.

And using these kinds of milk means that sauces do not thicken and curdle. So throw them in the bin! I used biona brand coconut milk. . I bought this from amazon but recently found a cheaper place. An online health shop called well easy, take a look here. More details below on discount codes if you shop with well easy.

Sweetener

I use honey for most of my cooking. However, that is not vegan Use;

Agave - Shop here

Maple - shop here

Coconut blossom nectar - shop here

Flax Eggs: A Simple Substitute for Eggs in Plant-Based Baking

Flax eggs are a fantastic plant-based alternative to traditional eggs. They serve as a binder and add moisture to recipes, making them perfect for vegan or egg-free baking. These "eggs" are made using flaxseeds and water, creating a gel-like mixture that mimics the texture and binding properties of eggs.
Making flax eggs couldn't be easier. Here's a simple step-by-step guide to creating your own flax eggs:

In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseeds and 3 tablespoons of water. You can either use pre-ground flaxseeds or grind them fresh at home using a coffee grinder or blender. Mix the ground flaxseeds and water well until they are fully combined. Let the mixture sit at room temperature for around 5-10 minutes. During this time, the flaxseeds will absorb the water and thicken, creating a gel-like consistency reminiscent of raw eggs. Once the flax eggs have thickened, they are ready to be used in your recipe.

Ingredients

waffle batter recipe by kam sokhi allergy chef (Copy)

recipe for vegan waffles by kam sokhi allergy chef (Copy)

Tips

If you're new to using a waffle iron, try this recipe. Cooking times may vary depending on the heat of your iron.
You will also need to experiment with how much mixture you put into the sections, as you don’t want an overflow as you close the iron.
I cook a batch of this and freeze them as they are brilliant to pop in the toaster from frozen to heat up when you're on the go.

What to serve with waffles;

Whipped cream - Try elmlea plant-based or coconut collab coconut whipping cream ( find in supermarkets)
A side of plant-based yoghurt - my fave is by coconut collab, coconut yoghurt
A side of berries, fruit or banana
Nice cream - click here for a recipe ( great for breakfast as its just frozen bananas)
Plant-based ice cream ( maybe not for breakfast, though!)
Melted Chocolate
salted caramel sauce: try my recipe here.

Where can I buy a good waffle maker?

Shop for a waffle maker here for some great recommendations. Or try Amazon heres one waffle maker I would recommend.

Makes 8 waffles 1 hr prep and cooking time

Step by step

waffles gluten free recipe for vegan waffles by kam sokhi allergy chef (Copy)

Recipe

Waffles

8 oz Buckwheat flour
1.5 tsp GF baking powder
6 oz cooked mashed and cooled sweet potato
1tsp vanilla extract
2 flax ‘eggs’ or regular eggs
300 ml plant based milk

Method

Whizz up all the ingredients for the waffles into a blender. If you're using flax eggs, leave them to sit for 20 minutes before you use them, as it will need time to thicken.
Spoon a few spoonfuls of batter into hot waffle iron and cook for 12-15 minutes. They need to be darker than golden brown and crispy.
When cooked, Serve immediately and top with desired toppings. ( see notes)

Food shopping tips

Are you looking to save money on your FREE FROM ingredients without shopping in several places just to save a buck? Take a look at well easy they have made it well easy to shop for healthy free from allergy-specific ingredients. Find everything you need all in 1 place with over 50 filters. You will be sure to find food for your dietary restrictions that are healthy too!

And it’s cheaper than the health stores or supermarkets, don’t believe me? Take a look for yourself here. Check out my curated shopping list of all my recommended healthier ingredients that I love to cook with. Here’s the link. Use my code KAM10 for £10 off your first order ( £50 minimum order for the first shop).

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Is cooking for your allergies and intolerances challenging? I also teach cookery classes and can do this in person or via zoom. Contact me here for a tailor-made class to suit your requirements.

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