Mini Banana Waffles for Toddlers (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, No Added Sugar)
*Prep Time includes 5-10 minutes for the batter to rest and thicken once mixed.*If using a mini waffle maker, each waffle will take about 3-5 minutes to cook.These Mini Banana Waffles for Toddlers are gluten-free, dairy-free, and have no added sugar—a healthy, freezer-friendly breakfast or snack!
Servings 7 - 8 mini waffles
Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana mashed
- ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup full-fat coconut milk (or any milk)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unflavored collagen peptides (substitute options: 2 tablespoons oat flour, or 1 tablespoon oat flour + 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed)
- 1 cup oat flour (I blended Bob’s Red Mill Organic Gluten-Free Protein Oats into flour)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of sea salt
- 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil or avocado oil (optional, helps with crispiness)
Instructions
- Whisk wet ingredients together in a bowl. Add collagen and mix until smooth.
- Stir in dry ingredients and let batter rest for 5–10 minutes to thicken.
- Preheat and lightly grease your mini waffle maker. Spoon in (I used a ¼ cup) about 3 tablespoons of batter per waffle and cook until golden brown (about 3–5 minutes each).
- Let cool slightly before serving. Cut into strips for little hands and enjoy!
- To Store: store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months. They make for great snacks or breakfasts any time!