Banana-Oat Bran Waffles
Use either a standard nonstick waffle iron or a Belgian nonstick one that makes waffles with deep indentations to hold pools of rich maple syrup. This recipe yields six Belgian waffle squares, or three rectangles, but the yield may differ according to the size of your waffle iron. Be sure to use very ripe and soft bananas so they can blend into the batter. Offer warm maple syrup, or other fruit syrup, and melted butter.
INGREDIENTS | SERVES 4
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 very ripe bananas
- 4 tablespoons melted butter plus extra for serving
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup oat bran
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup crushed pecans
- Maple syrup or other fruit syrup for serving
Preheat the waffle iron. Spray both surfaces with nonstick cooking spray.
Beat together the eggs, buttermilk, bananas, and butter until well blended and smooth.
Fold in the flour, oat bran, baking powder, and salt, stirring until just combined and moistened; the batter should be stiff, not runny. Fold in the pecans.
Bake waffles according to the manufacturer’s directions. Serve hot with extra butter and maple syrup.
Nutrition
470 calories
26g fat
52g carbohydrates
13g protein
430mg sodium
6g fiber
What’s Oat Bran?
Because it is so high in fiber, oat bran has become one of the darlings of the health food world and is often touted as one of the soluble fiber foods that help lower cholesterol levels in the blood. It’s also a welcome ingredient in the kitchen for its cookability in cereals, baked goods, soups, and stews, adding some texture and a delicate nutty taste.
