This made from scratch gluten free waffles recipe will make the best gluten free waffles you have ever had. Made with Bob's Redmill 1 to 1 Gluten Free Flour, this easy to make recipe produces fluffy waffles with crisp, golden brown edges. If you are looking for a dairy free waffle recipe, simply substitute your favorite plant based milk for the whole milk in the recipe. They will still come out perfect! This will quickly become one of your go to recipes for gluten free weekend mornings!
We created this easy and delicious breakfast recipe because you all loved our gluten free pancake recipe so much! If you're looking for other gluten free breakfast recipes, be sure to check out our recipe for Best Gluten Free Pancakes or our Easy Apple Butter Oatmeal Pancakes.
In this post, I will walk you through how to make this simple gluten free waffle batter, how to cook the waffles, how I like to serve the waffles and finally directions for storing any leftover waffle batter.
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❤️ What You Will Love About the Recipe:
- these waffles are so light and fluffy - and they're gluten free!
- crispy, golden edges
- perfectly sweet with a hint of vanilla
- quick and easy to make - one bowl and less than 15 minutes to serve them
- nothing tricky or challenging here - just an equal swap for Bob's Red Mill 1 to 1
- dairy free? - swap out the milk for your favorite plant based milk for fluffy and delicious waffles
🧇 Ingredients:
Be sure to see the recipe card for exact quantities and detailed instructions.
- gluten free flour mix - try using Bob's Redmill 1 to 1 Gluten Free Flour or King Arthur's Measure for Measure.
- whole milk - adds extra moisture and fat content to the recipe
- canola oil - adds moisture and supports those crispy edges
- vanilla and sugar - add flavor and a hint of sweetness to the waffles
🫐 Topping and Mix-In Ideas:
- berries and whipped cream
- fresh fruit and maple syrup
- chocolate chips
- pecans or another favorite nut
- bits of bacon or veggie bacon
- apple or banana slices and cinnamon
- nutella
🥣 Instructions:
Combine dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Whisk together the gluten free flour, sugar, baking powder and salt in your mixing bowl.
Add the liquid ingredient to the dry ingredients.
Mix the batter until the ingredients are well combined. Be careful not to over mix. Batter should be the perfect consistency to pour onto waffle iron.
Cook waffles in a warm waffle iron using the instructions from your waffle maker. Top with fresh fruit and warm maple syrup.
📦 Storage:
Store leftover waffle batter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. To make fresh waffles, simply warm your waffle iron and scoop batter directly from the refrigerator.
To freeze waffles that you have already baked, allow the waffles to cool before moving them to a gallon freezer storage bag. Store in the freezer for 2-3 months. I like to warm a frozen waffle in the over at 350° for 3-5 minutes. I just place it right on the oven rack. This warms the waffles and crisps up the edges a little.
🙋🏽♀️ Frequently Asked Questions About Gluten Free Waffles
Absolutely! This recipe is delicious when made with dairy free milk. We have used both almond and coconut milk and the waffles come out perfect every single time.
The most common reason I have found for sticking waffles is that you haven't used enough non-stick cooking spray. Make sure to always generously spray your waffle iron with your preferred cooking spray. I spray my waffle iron right away when I plug it in and then I spray again before each new waffle. Even though my waffle iron is non-stick, I still spray it. Also be sure not to overfill your waffle iron. This will lead to batter stuck everywhere.
We have tried many different gluten free baking flours and find that Bob's Redmill 1 to 1 Gluten Free Flour is a favorite for pancakes and waffles. All gluten free flours offer a different combination of grain alternatives that have been specially blended to work well in place of wheat flour. The Bob's gluten free flour has 5 simple ingredients and I find that it produces perfectly fluffy pancakes and waffles that will trick gluten lovers of all ages into thinking they are eating a traditional pancake or waffle.
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📖 Recipe
The Best Gluten Free Waffles
Equipment
- waffle iron
Ingredients
- 2 cups gluten free flour I used Bob's RedMill 1:1
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1.25 cups whole milk add up to ¼ cup more to smooth out your batter
- 3 tablespoons canola oil melted coconut oil works well too
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla
Instructions
- Whisk together the gluten free flour, sugar, baking powder and salt in your mixing bowl.
- Add the liquid ingredients with the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. The batter may be slightly lumpy which is good. If the batter feels too thick, add a splash of milk and mix again. You want the batter to be smooth enough to pour or drizzle into your waffle iron.
- Choose your favorite waffle iron and turn it on to warm up. Spray the iron with a little bit of canola oil or nonstick cooking spray. Once the waffle iron is warm, use a measuring cup or ladle to pour a circle of batter onto the hot waffle iron. Cook waffles, following the directions on your waffle maker. Mine has a little orange light that turns off when the waffle is ready.
- Serve waffles with some fresh fruit and warm maple syrup.
- You can store leftover waffle batter in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. To make fresh waffles, simply warm your waffle iron and scoop batter directly from the refrigerator.
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Tanya Martin
Made theses and they were a huge hit, my favorite recipe so far. I used cup4cup flour I had on hand. Thank you for sharing
Amanda Smallwood
Hi Tanya! Thanks so much for letting me know! I’m so glad to hear that your waffles were yummy and that the cup 4 cup worked well!!
xo Amanda
Michelle
Curious, I doubled the recipe and the batter was very thick, even after adding more milk to try thinning it. Do you not recommend doubling? They still tasted amazing, but just curious. I like to make extra and freeze them.
Thanks!
Amanda Smallwood
Hi! To be honest, I haven't every doubled the recipe!! I do think in general the batter made with the gluten free flour blends does get pretty thick. I'll have to try doubling and get back to you about whether or not I recommend it. Thanks so much for the information! Making extra and freezing is always a great idea! Amanda
Leora
These are really good! I added some cinnamon and mashed banana. The texture is really good- not gritty. Will be making again!
Amanda Smallwood
Hi Leora! So glad to hear that your pancakes came out yummy! Those sound like great additions! Yum!
Lieselot
My daughter was just diagnosed with Celiac, so I’ve of course been on the hunt for recipes of her favorite things. While I know they sell gluten-free waffles frozen, I much prefer homemade… well, these were fantastic!! I’m 100% Belgian and give these 10 thumbs up! My gluten-eating other child loves these so much as well, so a definite success! Will be freezing some to see if they can toast up for a quick breakfast, but either way, a new staple in our home! Thank you!!!
Amanda Smallwood
Hi! I’m so happy to hear that the recipe worked well for your family! Thank you so much for the feedback!!
Kelly
I made these and my family didn't know they were gluten free. They're easy to make and very tasty. I also do them for a friend with a similar gluten intolerance - they were so good, she suggested I start selling them. I just added a little cinnamon and mixed spice for baking (a Jamaican baking mix) for a little more flavour. THANK YOU!!
Amanda Smallwood
Hi! Wow! Those sound like some delicious pancakes!! Thanks so much for the feedback!!!
Monica
How many does recipe make? Can you freeze cooked waffles? Can you double or triple the recipe?
Amanda Smallwood
Hi Monica!
The recipe makes 8 standard waffles. You can definitely freeze the cooked waffles and warm them up as needed. If you look down under “storage” in the post you will find tips for storing and reheating. Thanks!!
Kay
Ok, I have not made waffles in probably over a year, I’m celiac, and am on a weight lost journey, I’m down 47 lbs. This morning I woke on this 4th of July day saying I want waffles, so after going to my Pinterest, I realized I haven’t pinned a waffle recipe lol, but I will have one now, I used bob’s bread mill one to one flour. however I prefer king Arthur’s flour, but it’s hard to find here. My hubby ate 3 waffles lol, and I stuck with eating just one🥰, thanks for a recipe I can have in my pins, hopefully it won’t be another year for my next waffle.❤️❤️
Amanda Smallwood
Hi Kay! I’m so glad to hear that you enjoyed the recipe and that it came out well for you! Congratulations meeting your goals and happy 4th of July!!
xo
Amanda
Michaela
Amanda, I don’t make waffles often, they’re either underwhelming and not worth the trouble, or they’re not satisfying at all. But THESE! So freaking GOOD! Thank you so much. Wonderful. I might even consider a multi-waffle maker. So yummy. 💖💖💖💖💖💖🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
Michaela Davis
Amanda Smallwood
Hi Michaela!
Thank you so much for your feedback! Your message made me so happy!! I’m so glad that you love the waffles - you are definitely going to need a multi-waffle maker 😂❤️
Andi
This was a super easy (bonus) and delicious recipe! Finding gluten free/dairy free recipes that actually taste good (double bonus) is such a gem!! Thanks!!
Andi
Forgot the 5 stars!!
Amanda Smallwood
Thanks so much for the feedback Andi!! I’m glad the recipe turned out well for you!! 🧇
LaVonne
These waffles are delicious and easy to make! I used some buckwheat flower, for texture, and added cinnamon, as that’s a mandatory ingredient for all pancakes and waffles in our house. Thank you for the recipe.
Amanda Smallwood
So glad to hear that you enjoyed the recipe! Thanks for sharing your feedback and adjustments! Sounds delicious!
Britt
Prefect waffles, wouldn’t even know they were gluten free!
Barb
When it said 1:1 does that mean 1 cup Red Mill and 1 cup gluten free flour?
Amanda Smallwood
Hi! No! That’s the brand name of the Bob’s Red Mill Flour. The variety is called 1:1 meaning you can swap a cup of it for a cup of all purpose flour in a recipe.
Alyssa
Best waffles!!! Saved and pinned as my husband and I loved them!
Maple and Thyme
Yay!!!! So happy to hear this!!! 🧇
Selina Posthumus
These were yummy just like your pancakes!! Will be making again.
Maple and Thyme
Yay! So glad you liked the recipe!!!