3 Ingredient Chickpea Flour Waffles (Vegan, Oil-Free, GF)

These 3 ingredient chickpea flour waffles are a wonder: golden, fluffy, and crispy-edged, they are naturally vegan, oil-free, grain-free & gluten-free.

I love a good waffle, especially if it is golden, fluffy, crispy at the edges, and drizzled with maple syrup. Are you with me?

If your answer is “yes,” then you simply must give my 3-ingredient wonder waffles a try.

Recipe Benefits

These chickpea flour waffles are everything you want in a nourishing, satisfying waffle. Specially, they are:

• grain-free
• vegan (no eggs, no dairy)
• gluten-free
• sugar-free
• frugal (make thatcheap)
• filling
• versatile (add in different spices, extracts, etc)
• especially-nutritious

I know, it sounds too good to be true. But trust me, it isn’t!

Ingredients for the 3 Ingredient Chickpea Flour Waffles

The exact amounts of each ingredient are indicated in the recipe card at the end of the post.Toggle betweenUS Customary(volume) andMetric(weights) for preferred measurement option.

• chickpea flour (it may also be labeled garbanzo bean flour, besan, or gram flour)
• baking powder
• Optional: vegetable oil (only a very small amount to help prevent sticking. It can be omitted)

You will also need some regular tap some water and (optional) salt for the basic recipe.

Step by Step Instructions

Note that the complete instructions are also in the recipe card below.

These waffles could not be simpler to prepare.

Step One: Whisk the Dry Ingredients

In a medium or large bowl, whisk the chickpea flour, baking powder and (optional) salt.

Step Two: Add the Wet Ingredients

Stir in the water and (optional) oil to the bowl. Whisk thoroughly to ensure that the batter is completely blended and smooth. Let the batter rest for 10 minutes while the waffle iron preheats.

Step Three: Preheat the Waffle Iron

Preheat the waffle iron to medium-high heat while the batter sits.

Step Four: Add the Batter to the Waffle Iron

Ladle the batter (about 1/2 cup of batter) into the preheated waffle iron and cook according to waffle iron manufacturer’s directions (generally about 2-5 minutes), depending on the type of maker).

That, dear readers, is it!

Eat Immediately, Or Store for Later

Eat the waffles immediately (yes, please!) or refrigerate or freeze ahead for an instant breakfast (simply toast to reheat–no need to defrost if frozen, just head straight to the toaster).

As much as I love eating the waffles hot and plated (hello, maple syrup), the quarters are ideal for portable eats, too!

Suggested Toppings

• Syrups:e.g., warmmaple syrup, agave nectar, brown rice syrup, or the liquid syrup / sweetener of your choice.
• Fruits and berries:e.g., blueberries, raspberries, diced strawberries, sliced bananas, diced apples or pears, dice peaches.
• Powdered sugar:(look at mygrain-free powdered sugar; it takes a minute to make)

Variations and Add-In Options

Since it is a challenge to eat syrup-coated waffles on the move, consider the following add-in ideas:

Stir-In Ideas

• Sweeteners:(e.g., maple syrup, coconut sugar, xylitol, brown sugar, etc. 1 to2 tablespoons is a good place to start). or finely chopped dried fruit, or mini chocolate chips to waffles you plan to take on the move.
• Flavorings:A splash of vanilla or almond extract, or finely grated lemon zest, orange zest, or lime zest.
• Milk instead of water:To up the nutrition of the waffles, replace the water with an equal amount of the nondairy milk of your choice (e.g., oat milk, coconut milk, soy milk, almond milk).
• Spices:Oh the possibilities! Cardamom, cinnamon, allspice, pumpkin pie spice, or ground ginger ((about 1 teaspoon). Or add a generous pinch of nutmeg.
• Savory herbs and spices:You can also head in asavorydirection (lunch! dinner! snacks!) with the addition of chopped fresh herbs, savory spices, black pepper, sriracha or hot sauce.

Add-In Ideas

I suggest you do not add extras directly to the batter, since it is a thin batter (the add-ins will sink). Instead, ladle in the batter as described in step 3, and sprinkle with a heaping tablespoon (more or less) of your chosen addition. Close the lid and cook!

• Miniature dark chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
• Finely chopped nuts or seeds
• Finely chopped dried fruit

Make a Waffle Sandwich

And lest any of us forget, waffles are quick bread, which means this is also a recipe for the easiest, most memorable, grain-free bread recipe.Bring on the sandwiches!

Hungry? Me too! I’m off to make a waffle sandwich…

FAQ

• How should I store the waffles?Store the completely cooled waffles in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 days, or the freezer for up to 6 months. Rewarm the waffles by toasting (pop-up toaster or toaster oven).
• Can I substitute another flour for the chickpea flour?No, this recipe only works with chickpea flour.

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