When you are staring at a counter full of overripe, spotted bananas on a busy weekday morning, finding a quick breakfast recipe can be a challenge. Those mornings, though, call for a tasty bakery-style breakfast that uses up the bananas without the need for complicated steps.

Thesebanana wafflesturn those spotty bananas into a golden, crispy breakfast that’ll make you forget all about regular waffles. The naturally sweet banana adds moisture and flavor that takes these from good to absolutely irresistible! This is a simple, budget-friendly recipe that takes your ingredients from spotty to fabulous.

A stack of banana waffles topped with banana slices sits on a white plate. Nearby, theres a block of butter, an extra bowl of banana slices, a bunch of whole bananas, and a milk jug on a plaid tablecloth.

Move over with your banana pancakes, Jack Johnson. Thesehealthy banana wafflesare the new cool breakfast in town! I believe in making waffles from scratch rather than from a box. A box mix tastes ok, buthomemade waffle batter is incredibly simple and quick to make. And it allows you to pick and choose flavors and ingredients of your liking!

Thesecret to these waffles’ incredible texturelies in how the mashed bananas interact with the batter. As they cook, the natural sugars in the bananacaramelize, creating crispy, lacy edgeswhile maintaining a tender, fluffy interior.

The result is a waffle that’s perfectly balanced –sweet but not cloying, crispy yet soft, and delightfully aromaticwith the comforting scent of warm banana bread.

waffles on a wire rack on top of blue and white towel with small bowl of pecans, part of a stick of butter, and white syrup jar.

What are Soft & Fluffy Banana Waffles?

The BEST soft & fluffy banana wafflesare an easy, homemade breakfast that combines naturally sweet mashed bananas with vanilla, melted butter, and flour. This recipe uses the natural sugars in the bananas that caramelize beautifully when heated.

Why You’ll Love These Banana Waffles

Perfect Balance:This recipe isn’t overly banana-y, just theperfect delicious balance of banana and waffle goodness.
Topping Paradise:These waffles are seriously luscious vessels for your favorite sweet breakfast toppings:maple syrup,homemade buttermilk syrup, sliced fruit, peanut butter, and even chocolate syrup or Nutella!
Health Boost:This is a good recipe for sneaking in fiber.Use whole wheat or oat flourinstead of all-purpose flour for a little extra grain to start your day!
Food Waste Solution:Transformthose overripe bananassitting on your counter into a delicious breakfast instead of throwing them away. Even bananas that are too soft for banana bread work perfectly in this recipe.
Make Ahead:These waffles freeze beautifully –make a double batch and pop the extras in your freezer.Just toast them when you’re ready to eat for a quick and delicious breakfast on busy mornings.

🧇 People call me thebuttermilk wafflequeen, and honestly, I wear that crown proudly; these things are just too good!

Key Takeaways

Ready inless than 30 minutes!
Uses basic pantry ingredients andoverripe bananas.
Budget-friendlybreakfast that uses what you have on hand.
Perfect for busy mornings or formeal prep for the week.
Wonderful,natural sweet flavor.

Ingredient Notes

Banana: Use highly ripened, spotted bananas. These are going to be easier to mash and give the most natural sweetness.
Oil: Vegetable oil or canola oil will be the best choice for this recipe.
Eggs: The eggs will bind the ingredients together and provide structural lift.
All-Purpose Flour: Adds the structure and consistency to the waffles.
Baking Powder: The leavening agent needed to react to the heat and make the waffles puff up, incredibly light and airy.
Granulated Sugar:A tiny touch of sugar helps with the crispy outer edges and deepens the golden color.
Cinnamon: Adds an aromatic flavor that makes the waffles taste like freshly baked banana bread.
Milk:Any milk will work, but whole or 2% will result in a thicker batter. This will create the richness expected in bakery-style waffles.

See the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and quantities.

A stack of banana waffles topped with fresh banana slices is being drizzled with syrup from a white pitcher. In the background, ripe bananas accompany a dish of butter and another waffle resting on a cooling rack.

How to Make Banana Waffles

This recipe couldn’t be simpler!

Mash the banana in a bowl, then mix in the oil and eggs.
Stir in the dry ingredients until just combined.
Add the milk and mix gently.
Preheat the waffle maker and cook according to the waffle maker’s instructions.

Recipe FAQs

Can you make this banana waffle recipe with oats?

Yes, and yum! This will create a slightly different texture and almost taste more like a banana oat muffin, which is amazing. Rather than using 1 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour, use 1 cup of flour and 3/4 cup of old-fashioned oats.

Can whole wheat flour be substituted for all-purpose?

Yes, this is a good recipe for sneaking in fiber using whole wheat. Just add an extra splash of milk if the mixture is too thick.

How do I keep the waffles from getting soggy?

Don’t stack the waffles when cooling! The heat coming off stacked waffles will cause them to steam and become soggy. Instead, spread them out on a rack. You can place the rack in the oven turned on a low temperature to keep the waffles warm while cooking the rest.

Can I use frozen bananas?

Yes! Just thaw them completely and drain off any excess liquid before mashing. Frozen-then-thawed bananas are actually perfect for this recipe since they’re extra soft and easy to mash.

Expert Tips

Respect Thy Waffle Maker:For real.Read the instructions thoroughlybecause each one is different!
Don’t Over-mix:Whenmaking the batter and adding ingredients, stir in everything untiljustcombined. Too much mixing createsa chewier and less fluffy waffle. The batter should be fairly smooth with a few lumps.
Patience is Key:Don’t touch that lid until the waffle maker tells you it’s time. The waffle maker will have a way of telling you when it’s done, like a light or beeper, or you can watch the steam for an indication.When the maker stops steaming, that should mean the waffle is done.
Don’t Stack: When the waffles are cooling, spread them out, cool them on a rack, and avoid stacking them. The heat and steam coming off of them can cause soggy waffles, and that is a MAJOR bummer.

Four golden-brown banana waffles rest on a cooling rack, accompanied by a small pitcher of syrup, a block of butter on the wrapper, and a bowl of pecans, all placed on a white checkered cloth.

What to Serve with Banana Waffles

Candied Bacon

Breakfast Sausage

Fresh Fruit

Yogurt Bowls

How To Store And Reheat Leftovers

These banana waffles stay fresh in an airtight container in the refrigeratorfor up to 3 days, or freeze them for up to 3 months. To maintain freshness when freezing, place wax paper between each waffle and store them in a freezer-safe bag with as much air removed as possible.

For the best results when reheating, pop them in your toaster or toaster oven until crispy and heated through – avoid the microwave as it can make them soggy.

If frozen, there’s no need to thaw first;just increase the toasting time slightly.

More Yummy Waffle Recipes to Consider

Thesesoft & fluffy banana wafflesare the perfect way to use up overripe bananas and add a delicious, bakery-style breakfast to your table. Serve these waffles with extra bananas, maple syrup, and sliced butter.

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