Homemade mini waffles for kids have been a game-changer for our family. They’re easy, sugar-free, freezer-friendly and delicious. Whether you’re a busy parent looking for a quick breakfast options for your kids or someone who loves a good meal prep hack, you will definitely love this mini waffle recipe.
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If you’re anything like me, mornings with a toddler can be a whirlwind. Between getting everyone ready, finding matching socks, breakfast needs to be simple, quick, and most importantly, something my toddler will actually eat. I batch-make these freezer-friendly mini waffles all the time, and they’ve become a breakfast staple for us. Not only are they healthier than store-bought freezer waffles, but they’re also incredibly easy to make and perfect for meal prepping.
Why Homemade Waffles for Kids
Let’s be real, store-bought waffles are convenient, but have you looked at the ingredient list? Yikes! I wanted something better for my toddler, something I could feel good about giving her every day. These healthy mini waffles are just that – no added sugar, made with wholesome ingredients, and they still taste amazing. Plus, they’re freezer-friendly, making them the ultimate grab-and-go breakfast.
Looking for more freezer-friendly breakfasts options to add to your rotation, check out my Oatmeal Breakfast Cookies and Blueberry Baked Oatmeal.
Reasons You’ll Love These Mini Waffles for Kids
Meal Prep Friendly: Make a big batch, freeze them, and you’ve got breakfast sorted for the week (or longer!).
Healthy & Sugar-Free: No sugar added means I don’t have to worry about my toddler bouncing off the walls after breakfast. I just add maple syrup when serving but you can also naturally sweeten them with ingredients like bananas or applesauce.
Toddler & Family Approved: My toddler devours these waffles, and I have to admit, I sneak a few for myself too. They’re perfect for kids and adults alike, making them a great family breakfast option.
The Key Ingredients
- Whole Wheat or All-Purpose Flour
- Baking Powder
- Baking Soda
- Eggs
- Milk ( dairy or non-dairy)
- Vanilla extract
- Coconut Oil or Melted Unsalted Butter
- Vanilla Extract
- Salt
How to Make Homemade Mini Waffles
In a bowl, mix the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
In another bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: milk, egg, vanilla extract and coconut oil.
Combine the wet and dry ingredients, mixing until combined.
Preheat your mini waffle maker and lightly grease with cooking spray. This is the waffle maker I use.
Pour about 1/4 cup of batter for each waffle into the preheated mini waffle maker and cook cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions. It should takes about 3-5 minutes per waffle.
Let the waffles cool on a wire rack completely before transferring them to a freeze safe bag and freeing.
Ideas for Waffle Toppings
One of the best things about these homemade mini waffles is how versatile they are. Here are some ideas for waffle toppings that our family loves:
- Top it off with fresh fruits
- Spread your favorite nut butter on top. Nut butter and banana slices makes the best toppings
- Add a dollop of greek yogurt and a sprinkle of granola
- My kid loves whip cream topped with these dye-free sprinkles
Nutritional Booster for Mini Waffles
Try adding Tiny Sprouts Nutrition Boosters to the batter. In this recipe I added their hemp hearts for an extra boost of protein and omega-3s. These nutritional boosters are great for adding into many recipes for your little ones.
How to Store and Reheat
Let the waffles cool completely on a wire rack. Once the waffles are cooled transfer them to a freezer safe storage bag or airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months.
To reheat, simply pop the frozen waffles into the toaster or toaster oven. They’ll come out crispy and warm, just like fresh.
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Homemade Mini Waffles
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole Wheat or All-Purpose Flour
- 2 1/2 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Baking soda
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 1/2 cup Milk dairy or non-dairy
- 1 tablespoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoonS Coconut Oil or melted unsalted butter
- pinch of salt
- 1/4 cup Tiny Sprouts Nutritional Booster Optional
- 1/4 cup maple syrup / sugar Optional
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: milk, egg, vanilla extract and coconut oil. If using a sweetener, add it at this step.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients, mixing until combined.
- Preheat your mini waffle maker and lightly grease with cooking spray.
- Pour about 1/4 cup of batter for each waffle into the preheated mini waffle maker and cook cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions. It should takes about 3-5 minutes per waffle.
- Let the waffles cool on a wire rack completely before transferring them to a freeze safe bag and freeing.
