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Vegan Applesauce Waffles are made with simple pantry staple ingredients and are so easy to make! Top with warm Skillet Cinnamon Apples and pure maple syrup for a healthy and delicious breakfast!

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Over the last month or so, I’ve used up 2 bottles of cinnamon and too many apples to count!

We’ve made classic Applesauce, Cranberry Applesauce, Applesauce Bread, Apple Coleslaw, Cinnamon Oatmeal, Apple Cranberry Crisp and Favorite Cranberry Orange Bread, all of which use apples and/or cinnamon.

It’s been a tasty few months and all these delicious recipes are waiting to be bookmarked and made!

So here I am finishing off the last bottle of cinnamon with these healthy, easy and delicious applesauce waffles. They’re kid friendly, mother approved, and the whole family will love them!

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Applesauce Waffle Ingredients

Here is the everything you’ll need, with tips and variations to make the best vegan applesauce waffles:

  • Applesauce: Use unsweetened applesauce if possible to keep sugars to a minimum. You can make your own applesauce, or use store bought, organic preferred. I like to keep a few single serve applesauce cups on hand too, they equal 1/2 cup and are a perfect size for recipes like these applesauce waffles.
  • Flour: I’ve used spelt flour here, but white whole wheat or all-purpose if great too. To make these gluten-free, use your favorite all-purpose flour blend.
  • Oil/Butter: I used Miyokos butter (which is absolutely amazing). Oil works too, use your favorite oil. If using coconut oil, just be sure it’s in liquid state and all other liquids are at room temp so it doesn’t chill and harden.
  • Milk:I always tend to use unsweetened vanilla almond milk when baking, but use your favorite non-dairy milk. If you don’t have vanilla flavored milk, you may like to add an extra teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  • Spices: Cinnamon is the perfect warm spice for these applesauce waffles and the vanilla is another wonderful flavor added here. To change up the flavor profile, try adding a pinch of nutmeg or allspice.

Adjusting For Dietary Restrictions

  • Oil-Free: You can replace the oil with unsweetenedapplesaucefor oil free waffles! Just be sure your waffle maker is non-stick.
  • Gluten-Free: Use 1 – 1 gluten free flour, or your favorite gluten free flour blend.
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How To Make Applesauce Waffles

Applesauce waffles are so easy to make! (Note – The full printable recipe is at the bottom of this post)

  1. Simply preheat your waffle iron (affiliate link).
  2. Mix the flour, cinnamon, baking powder and salt, add in the milk, applesauce, butter/oil, and vanilla, and mix to combine.
  3. Using a 1/2 cup measuring cup, scoop up the batter and pour onto the center of the waffle iron, close lid and wait for the light to turn green. Repeat until batter is gone, makes about 4 waffles.
  4. Keep waffles warm in a preheated oven.

That’s it, healthy, easy, delicious applesauce waffles ready for the table in about 20 – 25 minutes or freeze for later!

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Serving Suggestions

  • In the cooler seasons, top your applesauce waffles with these warm Skillet Cinnamon Apples or thisBlueberry Compote.
  • In the warmer seasons, add your favorite fresh berries or sliced bananas for a heart healthy breakfast.
  • And for a boost of protein, add a sprinkle of nuts or seeds – pecans, walnuts, pumpkin seeds and hemp hearts would all be great!
  • Serve with Simple Tofu Scramble and Breakfast Potatoes for an even heartier meal.

How To Store Waffles

  • Refrigerator: Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator in a covered container for up to 5 days.
  • Freezer: Applesauce waffles are freezer friendly and can be kept for up to 2 – 3 months in the freezer. To freeze, let cool completely and place in freezer safe containers or ziplock bags, placing a piece of parchment paper between each waffle so they don’t stick together.
  • Reheat: Warm the waffles from frozen using a toaster oven or microwave.

More Vegan Waffle Recipes!

Not only are waffles an easy breakfast/brunch meal idea, but they’re great for a light lunch or dinner too. Try these other vegan waffles to keep it varied and different, you just may find a new favorite waffle recipe for the meal rotation!

  • Easy Vegan Waffles
  • Chocolate Buckwheat Waffles(Gluten Free)
  • Whole Wheat Chocolate Waffles
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Warm and delicious homemade vegan applesauce waffles, made with simple ingredients and perfect for a healthy breakfast the whole family with love!

  • Author: Julie | The Simple Veganista
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 15
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Makes 4 waffles 1x
  • Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Entree
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

Units Scale

  • 1 1/2 cups (210g) flour (whole wheat, spelt, or all-purpose)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • pinch of mineral salt
  • 1 1/4 cups (281ml) unsweetened vanilla almond milk
  • 1/2 cup (113ml) unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/4 cup (56g) non-dairy butter/margarine or oil (I recommend Miyokos)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

Preheat waffle maker according to manufacturer’s instructions. Also, preheat oven to 200 degrees F., for keeping the waffles warm.

In a medium sized mixing bowl, combine the flour, cinnamon, baking powder and salt, mix well. Add in the non-dairy milk, applesauce, butter/oil, and vanilla, mix well, until most of the flour lumps are gone.

If using thisCuisinart waffle maker(affiliate link), or one similar, using a 1/2 measuring cup, scoop up batter and pour in the center of the heated waffle maker plate. Close the cover and wait until the light turns green.

Gently remove and place waffles on a wire rack in the preheated oven until the remaining waffles are made.

Serve: Pair your waffles with warm Healthy Skillet Cinnamon Apples and pure maple syrup. Would also be great with this easy homemadeBlueberry Compote. In the summer months, top with fresh fruit like sliced banana, strawberries, or other fresh berries.

Storage: Store leftover waffles in the refrigerator for up to a week, or store in the freezer for up to 1- 2 months. When ready to eat, pop them in the toaster oven.

Notes

Gluten-Free: Make these gluten-free by using all-purpose gluten-free flour or your favorite GF flour blend.

Oil-Free: To make oil-free waffles, replace the oil with applesauce and use a non-stick waffle maker.

Updated:Applesauce Waffles was originally published in December 2018. It has been retested and updated with new photos and helpful tips in February 2021.

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FAQs

Can you replace oil with applesauce in waffles? ›

Oil-Free: You can replace the oil with unsweetened applesauce for oil-free waffles! Just be sure your waffle maker is non-stick.

Why do my vegan waffles stick? ›

If you scrape up or pit the surface of your waffle iron, including the non-stick coating, that will create more sticking problems. The harder an item you're scraping the grids with, the more likely that is to happen. Also read the manufacturer's directions about what cleaners to avoid.

How do you make waffles crispy and not soggy? ›

Grease the Waffle Iron With Cooking Spray

If you're looking for how to make crispy waffles in a waffle maker, try using cooking spray instead. Cooking spray won't burn as rapidly as butter, and will help achieve that satisfyingly crisp outside you crave.

Why don t waffles get soggy? ›

Moisture in the batter quickly turns to steam and evaporates out the sides of the pan. If the iron isn't hot, none of this happens and the waffles will be soggy and squishy. To make sure your waffle iron is hot, let it warm for at least five minutes before you start making waffles.

What happens when you substitute applesauce for oil? ›

How to replace butter and oil with applesauce. Applesauce adds the necessary moisture to hold the dry ingredients together along with heart-healthy soluble fiber. Plus, because applesauce has a high water content, your baked goods will stay moist and fresh longer.

Does applesauce replace eggs or oil in baking? ›

For every one egg called for in a recipe, use ¼ cup of applesauce instead. Butter & Oil: Substitute applesauce in equal quantities of butter and oil. For example, if the recipe requires ½ cup of oil, replace it with ½ cup of applesauce.

Can I use Pam on my waffle maker? ›

It worked. It didn't stick at all. I Here is the trick to do when you first get this waffle iron. Like another reviewer said, I used the Pam spray before pouring the waffle batter and I also added vegetable oil to the waffle mix.

Should you spray a waffle iron before each waffle? ›

Nonstick waffle makers should only need a light coating of cooking oil before the first time they're used for the day (not before each waffle is made). It's better to use cooking oil either in a refillable spray bottle like a Misto or to brush it on with a pastry brush.

Should I use Pam in my waffle maker? ›

Most waffle makers these days come with a non-stick coating, and although this material can benefit from some extra lubrication, you want to keep that non-stick surface as intact as possible. Put down the PAM and don't use any aerosol sprays on non-stick cookware; it degrades the coating.

What is the secret to making good waffles? ›

Here are some tips:
  • Strike while the iron's hot. If your waffles come out pale and soft, it could be because the appliance isn't hot enough. ...
  • Whip your whites. ...
  • Opt for oil instead of butter. ...
  • Try a yeasted-waffle recipe. ...
  • Add cornstarch. ...
  • Finish them in the oven.
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What is the secret of making crispy waffles? ›

You can substitute whole grain flours like whole wheat or spelt flour, but expect the waffles to be more dense. Cornstarch: The secret ingredient for making the crispiest waffles. Cornstarch guarantees that the waffles will be perfectly crisp and tender.

Should you let waffle batter rest? ›

Recommended overnight or 2 hr resting – for the tastiest waffles, rest the batter overnight in the fridge or for at least 2 hours. This makes the flour grains absorb the liquid so it makes the inside of the waffles softer.

Why use cornstarch in waffles? ›

But they are a bit of work and you want that work to pay off with the perfect waffles that are light and fluffy on the inside and just the right amount of crispy on the outside. Fortunately, a little bit of cornstarch can go a long way toward the perfect texture throughout. Never end up with mushy waffles again.

Why do my waffles turn out like pancakes? ›

Keeping the fat content low and using water instead of oil to thin the mixture can help your waffle mix behave and taste more like pancake batter. The fat helps waffles produce a crispy crust, which is perfect for waffles but not so much pancakes.

What can I use to substitute oil in waffles? ›

Generally you can switch oil for melted butter in a waffle recipe. This gives a slightly richer waffle, erring towards a Belgian-style waffle.

What can I use instead of oil in waffle mix? ›

Here are a few options:
  • Olive oil: This is a great substitute for vegetable oil in recipes that require sautéing or roasting at medium-high temperatures. ...
  • Coconut oil: Coconut oil is another healthy oil that can be used as a substitute for vegetable oil in recipes.
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How much applesauce to replace oil? ›

Applesauce is a 1:1 replacement for oil, so if your recipe calls for half a cup of oil, use half a cup of applesauce instead. If you find yourself in the middle of a recipe and out of oil, use applesauce instead! This trick works in cakes, muffins, cookies, brownies, and any kind of sweet baked good.

What can you use for waffles if you don t have vegetable oil? ›

When it comes to making waffles, using extra virgin olive oil instead of vegetable oil can make all the difference. The distinct and rich flavor of olive oil adds a unique twist to the classic waffle recipe. It brings a subtle fruity and peppery taste that perfectly complements the sweetness of the batter.

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