Wheatless Fluffy Oat Waffles (Gluten-Free, Crispy Outside, Soft Inside)

These fluffy wheatless oat waffles are naturally gluten-free, made with blended oats, and deliver a crisp exterior with a soft, tender crumb—perfect for weekend brunch or make-ahead breakfasts. The batter hydrates for superior structure and lift, and the waffles reheat beautifully in a toaster.

Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cups certified gluten-free oat flour (or blend rolled oats to flour)

• 1/4 cup cornstarch (lightens texture; sub oat flour if needed)

• 2 tablespoons sugar or maple syrup

• 2 teaspoons baking powder

• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

• 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt

• 1 3/4 cups milk of choice (dairy or almond)

• 2 large eggs

• 1/3 cup neutral oil or melted butter, cooled

• 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional add-ins: pinch of cinnamon, mini chocolate chips, or blueberries (fold in gently before cooking).

Equipment

• Waffle iron (Belgian or standard)

• Two mixing bowls and whisk

• Measuring cups and spoons

• Cooling rack and sheet pan (for holding warm)

Instructions

1. Whisk oat flour, cornstarch, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl. This evenly disperses leaveners for consistent lift.

2. In a separate bowl, whisk milk, eggs, oil, vinegar, and vanilla until smooth; vinegar helps tenderness and browning.

3. Combine wet into dry and whisk just until no dry pockets remain; batter should be pourable but not thin. Do not overmix.

4. Rest batter 10–15 minutes so oats hydrate and leavening activates; this improves structure and crispness. Preheat waffle iron to medium-high.

5. Lightly grease iron if needed. Add batter (about 1/3–1/2 cup per waffle, depending on iron). Close lid and cook 3–4 minutes until deeply golden and steam subsides.

6. Transfer waffles to a rack set over a sheet pan; don’t stack, which traps steam and softens edges. Keep warm in a 95°C/200°F oven if serving a crowd.

7. Repeat with remaining batter. Serve with maple syrup, nut butter, fruit, or yogurt.

Method

• Oat flour replaces wheat and yields a tender crumb when hydrated, while a brief rest prevents gritty texture.

• Cornstarch lightens the batter for a crisper shell; vinegar with baking soda enhances lift and browning.

• Avoid stacking and use a warm oven to maintain crispness until plating.

Notes

• Gluten-free safety: Use certified gluten-free oats/oat flour to prevent cross-contact.

• Texture control: For extra crisp waffles, extend cook time slightly and cool on a rack. For softer waffles, reduce browning level.

• Dairy-free: Use almond milk and neutral oil; results remain crisp with good lift.

• Make-ahead: Freeze single layers on a tray, then bag. Reheat from frozen in the toaster or a 180°C/350°F oven until hot and crisp.

• Variations: Add cinnamon and blueberries for “oatmeal waffle” vibes, or mini chocolate chips for a brunch treat; fold gently to avoid deflating.

Wheatless Fluffy Oat Waffles (Gluten-Free, Crispy Outside, Soft Inside)

These fluffy wheatless oat waffles are naturally gluten-free, made with blended oats, and deliver a crisp exterior with a soft, tender crumb—perfect for weekend brunch or make-ahead breakfasts. The batter hydrates for superior structure and lift, and the waffles reheat beautifully in a toaster.

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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 3/4 cups certified gluten-free oat flour or blend rolled oats to flour
• 1/4 cup cornstarch lightens texture; sub oat flour if needed
• 2 tablespoons sugar or maple syrup
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1 3/4 cups milk of choice dairy or almond
• 2 large eggs
• 1/3 cup neutral oil or melted butter cooled
• 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Optional add-ins: pinch of cinnamon mini chocolate chips, or blueberries (fold in gently before cooking).

Equipment

• Waffle iron (Belgian or standard)
• Two mixing bowls and whisk
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Cooling rack and sheet pan (for holding warm)

Method

 

1. Whisk oat flour, cornstarch, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl. This evenly disperses leaveners for consistent lift.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk milk, eggs, oil, vinegar, and vanilla until smooth; vinegar helps tenderness and browning.
3. Combine wet into dry and whisk just until no dry pockets remain; batter should be pourable but not thin. Do not overmix.
4. Rest batter 10–15 minutes so oats hydrate and leavening activates; this improves structure and crispness. Preheat waffle iron to medium-high.
5. Lightly grease iron if needed. Add batter (about 1/3–1/2 cup per waffle, depending on iron). Close lid and cook 3–4 minutes until deeply golden and steam subsides.
6. Transfer waffles to a rack set over a sheet pan; don’t stack, which traps steam and softens edges. Keep warm in a 95°C/200°F oven if serving a crowd.
7. Repeat with remaining batter. Serve with maple syrup, nut butter, fruit, or yogurt.

Notes

Gluten-free safety: Use certified gluten-free oats/oat flour to prevent cross-contact.

Texture control: For extra crisp waffles, extend cook time slightly and cool on a rack. For softer waffles, reduce browning level.

Dairy-free: Use almond milk and neutral oil; results remain crisp with good lift.

Make-ahead: Freeze single layers on a tray, then bag. Reheat from frozen in the toaster or a 180°C/350°F oven until hot and crisp.

Variations: Add cinnamon and blueberries for “oatmeal waffle” vibes, or mini chocolate chips for a brunch treat; fold gently to avoid deflating.

More wheatless recipes:

“Looking for more delicious wheatless and gluten-free recipes? Check out our Buckwheat Galettes with Eggs, Cheese, and Ham recipe for a savory twist.”

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Coconut flour is a popular gluten-free alternative for baking source{:rel=”nofollow”}

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