I’ve had zucchini waffles on my list of things to try for months now. I finally decided to try them this past week and now I can’t believe I waited so long. They were truly delicious.
With whole wheat flour and plenty of fresh zucchini, these were a very healthy hot breakfast. The texture of the waffles was amazingly good. I had no idea what to expect from zucchini waffles and these did not disappoint.
The zucchini taste was slight and barely distinguishable after we topped the waffles with butter and maple syrup or waffle sauce. My baby ate two full waffle squares in the time it took to set the table and prep everyone’s plates.
My oldest son actually announced that he liked these even more than the waffles that we usually make.
These waffles do not include any sugar or oils at all. I didn’t really plan it that way; it just happened and I liked the result. We always top our waffles with syrup or waffle sauce and they are plenty sweet that way.
If you prefer your waffles plain or with just butter, I would recommend adding a small amount of sugar to the recipe. The zucchini provides all the moisture needed and there is no need to add oil to the recipe.
My boys and I finished these off in one sitting. I’ll double or triple the recipe next time. I’m looking forward to having some of these in the freezer for quick and easy breakfasts.
Whole Wheat Zucchini Waffles
Ingredients
- 1 large or 2 small zucchinis shredded, approximately 1½ cups shredded (about 1 cup drained and pressed zucchini)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon, plus 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 eggs
- 1½ cups milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- Preheat the waffle iron. Shred the zucchini and then place it into a clean dishtowel. Press the moisture out of the zucchini and set it aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Whisk to combine. Add the milk, eggs, and vanilla. Whisk to combine, do not overbeat. Add the zucchini and stir gently to combine.
- Pour batter onto the hot waffle iron and cook until crisp and browned. Serve with the toppings of your choice. Enjoy!
Allison at Novice Life says
Hmmmm this sound really interesting! I think I must try them!
Amy says
Fantastic that it doesn't have any oil or sugar!
Amy @ A Little Nosh
Denise Evans says
I'm Denise from SRC. On my way to look at your post this month, I saw this and had to comment.
We have bags of shredded zuc frozen from earlier in the summer. I love no fat or sugar. I will be making these and freezing for quick breakfasts. Thanks for sharing!
The Slow Roasted Italian says
These sound delicious, makes even me want to try one!
tinkerbelle86 says
yum!!!
Anncoo says
Mmm…this sounds so healthy and so good for breakfast 🙂
Renn says
Mary, great idea! These sound fabulous! Gotta try it!!
Lynne @ 365 Days of Baking says
I've got plenty of zucchini from the garden – can ALWAYS use another recipe for it. Will have to give these a try very soon! Thanks, Mary!
Apron Appeal says
Not that i need an excuse to each zucchini but variety is always welcome
Sue/the view from great island says
Ooooh, now I have to get a waffle iron. We eat toaster waffles all the time…but they don't come in zucchini—and now I'm craving these!
Kitchen Belleicious says
those look amazing! I am a waffle lover. letting the syrup get stuck in those little crevices! YUMMY! Love that they have zucchini in them. Why not-right? Great idea
Pam says
What a great breakfast and a nice way to get rid of the summer zucchini.
Richa says
Never thought of adding Zukes to Waffles! The waffles look great! This definitely goes into, what to do with all that zucchini, list:)
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blackbookkitchendiaries says
this sounds truly addictive! i cant wait to make some soon:) thank you for sharing this.
Juliana says
Oh! This is great way to incorporate some veggies in the waffle…love the idea…
Hope you are having a wonderful week 🙂
Jill says
These sound great! I just made zucchini pancakes which were delicious so now I will have to try these.
Lizzy says
Oh, I love a healthy waffle! These look perfect!
Spoonful of Sass says
Oh wow. Looks fabulous! Hello Saturday morning project. 🙂
hobby baker says
I'm just pulling two loaves of zucchini bread out of the oven and I still have more zucchini to use up. We may have to try these out for breakfast tomorrow! (Love that there's no sugar in the mix.)
Sinful Sundays says
Def like that it has no oil or sugar in it. I need to get some zucchini!