Whole Wheat Cinnamon Apple Waffles 🧇🍎

Nutritional Benefits

• Whole wheat flour: Fiber, iron, and steady energy.
• Applesauce: Natural sweetness, vitamin C, and soft texture.
• Egg: Protein, iron, and choline for brain development.
• Cinnamon: Adds flavor and supports blood sugar balance.
• Butter or oil: Healthy fats for brain health.
• Non-dairy milk: Calcium and vitamin D (depending on brand).

Serving Suggestions by Age

• 8–10 months: Cut into strips for BLW or small bite-sized pieces.
• 12 months & up: Serve halves or quarters with butter and fruit.
• Toddlers & kids: Toast lightly and top with banana or maple syrup.
• Adults: Enjoy with butter, nut butter, fruit, and maple syrup.

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• ¾ cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 egg
• 2 tbsp melted butter
• 1 ¼ cups milk or non-dairy milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Optional: 2 tbsp maple syrup (12 months & up)

Directions

1. Preheat the waffle maker.
2. In a bowl, whisk applesauce, melted butter, egg, milk, vanilla, and maple syrup (if using).
3. Add whole wheat flour, cinnamon, and baking powder. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
4. Lightly grease waffle maker, pour batter into the center, and spread slightly.
5. Cook for 3–5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
6. Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing or serving.

Notes

Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Reheat: Warm in toaster, toaster oven, or microwave until heated through.