Soft, fluffy waffles made with applesauce, carrot purée, and chia seeds for a breakfast your kids will love—and they’ll never know there’s a veggie inside.
As a mom, I’m always looking for ways to make breakfast a little healthier without making it feel like “healthy food.” These Apple Cinnamon Waffles are naturally sweetened with applesauce, packed with warm cinnamon, and have a hidden serving of carrot purée for an extra boost of nutrition. The best part? They still taste like a cozy apple cinnamon waffle.
They’re perfect for busy weekday mornings, meal prep beautifully, and toast up just as crispy as the day you made them.
Why You’ll Love These
- Hidden veggies that picky eaters won’t notice
- Soft on the inside with crispy edges
- Freezer-friendly for quick breakfasts
- Made with pantry staples
- Kid-approved and mom-approved
Ingredients
- 1¼ cups milk
- ⅓ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ⅓ cup carrot purée
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 4 teaspoons sugar or honey (exclude if using sweetened applesauce)
- 2 teaspoons Made by Madi Pumpkin Path (or cinnamon)
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
Instructions
- Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, flaxseed, sugar, and nutmeg if using.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, applesauce, carrot purée, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Don’t over-mix—a few small lumps are perfectly fine.
- Let the batter rest for 5–10 minutes. This gives the chia seeds time to absorb some of the moisture and helps create fluffier waffles.
- Lightly grease your waffle iron if needed and cook according to your waffle maker’s directions, about 3–5 minutes, until golden brown.
- Serve warm with butter, maple syrup, fresh fruit, or Greek yogurt. Makes 8-10 waffles depending on waffle maker.
Meal Prep Tips
These waffles are perfect for making ahead.
- Allow waffles to cool completely.
- Freeze with parchment paper in between.
- Transfer to a freezer-safe bag once frozen.
To reheat, simply pop them into the toaster until warmed through and crispy.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I taste the carrots?
Not at all! The cinnamon, vanilla, and applesauce completely mask the flavor.
Can I make these into pancakes?
Yes! Just cook the batter on a lightly greased skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes per side.
Can I use whole wheat flour?
Yes. Replace up to half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for extra fiber.
Can I use homemade carrot purée?
Absolutely. Steam carrots until very soft, then blend until completely smooth.
Notes
- If your batter feels too thick after resting, add 1–2 tablespoons of milk.
- If it seems too thin, sprinkle in an extra tablespoon of flour.
- Every waffle maker cooks a little differently, so adjust the cooking time as needed.
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