Name: Healthy Almond Flour Waffles For Baby-led Weaning
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups almond flour; 1 cup all-purpose flour (replace with almond flour or rolled oats instead); 2 tsp baking powder; ½ tsp vanilla (optional); 2 eggs; 1 cup milk (more if the batter is too thick); ½ cup maple syrup (optional); ½ cup oil

I love making Almond flour waffles for baby-led weaning.

The almond flour’s taste and nutty flavor make these waffles irresistible. They’re packed with good fat, vitamins, and minerals.

My kids and I love eating them at least once a week.

These waffles are also great to include in your toddler’s lunch box for breakfast. It’s an easy meal for a busy morning.

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Why I Love Making Almond Flour Waffles For My Baby

I’m always looking for ways to include more nuts in my baby’s diet.

I know nuts like almonds have many health benefits. So I try to incorporate them into meals as often as I can.

These almond flour waffles are easy to make. They take only 30 minutes to prepare and cook.

Another good thing is that you can freeze them for later if you make extra.

So that’s great for parents doing meal prepping.

Important Recipe Notes on BLW Almond Flour Waffles

You can mix almond flour with all-purpose flour

Almond flour can be very dry, so it may be a little crumbly when cooked.

To make it less crumbly, it’s best to mix it with a little all-purpose flour.

This allows the almond flour and the other ingredients to stick together better.

You can mix almond flour with rolled oats instead

If you’re avoiding all-purpose flour, then you can use rolled oats or oat flour instead.

Just replace the measurement of all-purpose flour in the ingredients section with rolled oats instead.

Adjust the ingredients If using almond flour alone

This instruction is very important.

If you’re trying to avoid all-purpose flour for allergy reasons or any other purpose, then you can do a one-to-one substitution as described below.

Instead of using all-purpose flour, just use almond flour instead in the same measurement as the recipe ingredients state.

Please note: almond flour is very crumbly so it may not bind well with the other ingredients to form a good batter.

The all-purpose flour acts like a binding agent. That’s why we use it. Rolled oats would do the same thing.

Allergy Considerations on Almond Flour Waffles

Almonds are a common allergen in kids

These baby and toddler-friendly almond flour waffles may trigger an allergic reaction in some children.

If your baby has a nut allergy, then avoid feeding them these waffles.

If this is your first time feeding your toddler almond flour waffles, then watch out for some signs of allergies.

This recipe contains eggs

Egg is another common allergen that’s used in this recipe. Eggs help bind all the ingredients together.

You may be able to use other egg substitutes in this recipe. See below for some examples.

Make sure you always know the signs of an egg allergen before you begin feeding your baby or toddler this recipe.

Milk is used in this recipe

Milk is another common allergen in babies. This recipe uses milk to help increase the fat content of almond flour waffles.

Your baby may be sensitive or intolerant to lactose even if they’re not allergic to milk itself.

So make sure you know some signs of lactose intolerance or sensitivity in babies.

Ingredients For Toddler-friendly Almond Flour Waffles

Almond flour – any brand of almond flour will work. You could also make your own by grinding almonds into a powder form.

All-purpose flour – this is necessary to prevent the waffles from being too crumbly, as almonds are very dry nuts.

If you’re not using all-purpose flour, then substitute the measurement with almond flour instead.

Vanilla – I used pure vanilla for this. You can also use vanilla extract.

Eggs – help to bind the ingredients together. Great for adding extra protein to the waffles.

Milk – helps to increase the fat content of the waffles and make them less dry.

Maple syrup – helps to add moisture and sweetness to the waffles.

Oil – I used canola oil. It helps to increase the fat content and add extra moisture.

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Step-by-step instructions

Step 1

Combine the almond flour with all-purpose flour

Step 2

Mix the wet and dry ingredients

Step 3

Make the waffles in your waffle iron

Why Almond Flour Is Good For Babies and Toddlers

Almond flour has a ton of benefits for the growing bodies of babies and toddlers.

Almond flour is a great gluten-free alternative to traditional flour.

Almond flour is a great source of good fats and protein. It contains nutrients like Manganese, magnesium, and vitamin E (source).

All these nutrients make almond flour a great ingredient to feed a baby.

What To Serve With Almond Flour Waffles

Serve with a side of fruits

Berries go well with almond flour waffles. I like to serve my kids strawberries, raspberries, and blueberries with their waffles.

Serve waffles with syrup or Jam

Waffles taste even better when you drizzle syrup or spread jam on top.

The extra sweetness of the condiments makes the almond flour waffles more moist. Making it easier for babies and toddlers to eat them.

You can make your own If you’re trying to avoid the sugar from syrup and Jam.

Simply blend or smash some berries together and spread them over the waffles to make your own condiment.

How To Cut Almond Flour Waffles For Baby-led Weaning

6-9 Months old

Waffles should be cut into long strips for babies between 6 and 9 months old.

The strips should be long enough to fit two adult-sized fingers pressed together.

Cutting waffles this way will make it easier for very young babies to grab them to feed themselves.

9-12 months old

Babies and toddlers between 9 and 12 months can be served almond flour waffles cut into chunks.

At this age, they should have developed the ability to eat bite-sized portions of waffles.

You can also continue to serve waffles in long strips if you feel more comfortable that way.

12- 24 months and older

Toddlers older than 12 months can have waffles served in bite-sized pieces.

They should also be encouraged to feed themselves with a fork. This will help promote their fine motor skills.

Cooking Directions For Almond Flour Waffles

Combine all wet ingredients in a bowl (eggs, maple syrup, milk, oil, vanilla). Don’t overmix.
In a separate bowl, combine the dry ingredients (all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking soda).
Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients with a rubber spatula. Don’t overmix.
Prepare your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Pour some batter into the waffle iron to cook. Continue until you’ve used up all the batter.
Serve and enjoy!

Storage Tips for Almond Flour Waffles

Can I refrigerate almond flour waffles?

Yes, you can refrigerate almond flour waffles for up to a week.

To make sure they remain fresh, keep them in a ziplock bag with all the air squeezed out.

After a week, they may begin to get soggy. To avoid this, store leftovers in the freezer instead.

Can I freeze Almond flour waffles for baby-led weaning?

The best way to store these waffles is in the freezer. I’ve frozen waffles for months in the freezer and they still taste fresh when reheated.

I keep them frozen in a ziplock bag.

Reheating BLW Almond Flour Waffles

The best way to reheat almond flour waffles is in the microwave.

The easiest way is to heat on high power covered for 1-2 minutes.

After removing from the heat, set on a wire rack in front of a fan or window to cool off.

This will prevent the underside from becoming soggy.