pink waffles? why not?!
There’s something magical about making food that looks indulgent but is rooted in simple, nourishing ingredients. These Vegan Beet Waffles are exactly that kind of treat—naturally vibrant, gently sweet, and perfect for celebrating someone you love (yourself included!).
Their soft pink hue comes entirely from real beets (yes, we're eating pink food!), blended into the batter for both color and natural sweetness, while a touch of honey adds caramelized flavor without tipping into sugar overload.
The result is a waffle that feels special enough for Valentine’s Day breakfast, a brunch date with Mom, or a slow weekend morning. All the while being wholesome enough to enjoy without guilt (toppings, of course, are where things get playful!).
Crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, and subtly sweet, these waffles invite you to linger at the table a little longer.
Dress them up with fresh berries, coconut yogurt, nut butter, a drizzle of extra honey, or some chocolate spread for extra love. Either way, they’re a lovely reminder that food made with care can be both beautiful and nourishing!
Beetroot Waffles Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup tapioca flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup oat milk
- 2 tsp organic apple cider vinegar
- 2 small beets (cooked)
- 2 flaxseed eggs (2 tbsp ground flaxseed + 6 tbsp water)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Read more here for a guide to egg substitutes and binders in vegan cooking
Instructions
- Lightly spray and preheat a waffle iron.
- In a blender, combine the oat milk, cooked beetroot, and apple cider vinegar until smooth.
- Add the flaxseed eggs, honey, olive oil, and vanilla essence and blend for another 2-3 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine all of the dry ingredients. Add the wet ingredients and gently stir until combined.
- Pour into your waffle iron and cook for approximately 4-6 minutes, until the waffles are cooked through and slightly crispy on the outside. Enjoy with toppings of your choice!
Recipe Notes:
- Prefer gluten-free? Swap the all-purpose flour for any gluten-free flour of your choice. Consider if your chosen flour needs more or less moisture.
- You can skip the tapioca flour and use two cups of all-purpose flour.
- You can make these waffles non-vegan by using two regular eggs.
- Why apple cider vinegar? The mild acidity reacts with the baking powder, helping the waffles rise better. It also creates lighter, fluffier waffles with a softer interior, instead of something dense or gummy. You can omit the vinegar, but the waffles won’t be quite as light, balanced, or bakery-good.
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