matcha + waffles
Your favorite matcha-crazed health coach is back at it with these amazingly fluffy almond-flour waffles!
It's been a minute since we posted a matcha-inspired recipe, so today we're bringing you my favorite breakfast carb: WAFFLES. (#sorrynotsorry #teampancake)
Trying to find a breakfast joint that makes gluten-free waffles is no easy feat, and fine-tuning this recipe was even harder! BUT it's finally done. Mission accomplished. (Admittedly, I do have to credit my new waffle maker that replaced my very handicapped, 20-year old waffle maker.)
Now that I have this reliable recipe, my friends and family are subject to lots of waffles to come. I mean, waffles AND matcha? C'mon. This is what I live for. IYKYK.
Add these waffles to your next brunch menu and let us know what you think!
Just a few tips before you begin...
Take the time to whip the egg whites separately. I know this may seem tedious, but it makes the world of difference when it comes to your waffles' fluffiness. Trust me, do not skip this step!
Using almond flour in a waffle maker is a bit trickier than using regular flour. Allow for the waffles to sit in the waffle maker a little longer so that the waffle can crisp and firm up a bit more. Otherwise, you'll have trouble getting the waffle out in one whole piece. Make sure the machine stops steaming and add another 3-5 minutes on top of that to ensure a nice looking waffle.
Ingredients
2 large eggs, whites & yolks separated
1 cup almond flour
1 tsp baking powder
2 tbsp matcha powder
2 tbsp coconut sugar
1/2 cup oat milk (or any unsweetened nut milk)
1/2 tsp pandan extract (or vanilla extract)
3 tbsp butter, melted
3 tbsp almond/cashew butter, melted
Directions
Beat egg whites into stiff peaks. Set aside.
In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and matcha powder.
In a large mixing bowl, beat egg yolks and sugar together. Add milk and pandan/vanilla extract.
Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and continue to mix until almost smooth. Add melted butters and mix well.
Using a spatula, gently fold egg whites into batter. Mix well but be sure not to flatten the egg whites too much. You want the finished batter to be light and fluffy!
Set batter aside and let sit while you preheat your waffle maker. Once heated, lightly grease the waffle maker. Pour 3/4 to 1 cup of batter in the waffle maker, close lid (and flip if using a machine that rotates like mine), and let cook.
Once the machine stops steaming (approx 5-8 minutes), leave it closed and let sit for another 3-5 minutes before removing waffle.
Serve hot and enjoy!
