Golden Plantain Waffles
This plantain waffle recipe is golden, crispy on the outside, and soft at the centre — a perfect blend of sweet and savoury. Made with just 5 simple ingredients, these sweet plantain waffles are naturally delicious and easy to prepare. Serve them with guacamole, tzatziki, or salsa for a fresh savoury twist, or keep them classic with a light drizzle of maple syrup or indulgent with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Versatile, wholesome, and perfect for plantains for breakfast or brunch, these waffles made from ripe plantains bring comfort and celebration to any table.
Servings: 2 person
Equipment
- Waffle iron or waffle maker
- Fork, potato masher, or blender
- mixing bowl
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 ripe plantains ≈ 400 g peeled
- 4 tbsp plain flour ≈ 30 g – or swap for almond flour oat flour, or gluten free flour for a grain free option
- 2 tsp coconut oil melted ≈ 10 g, plus extra for greasing
- ½ tsp fresh ginger finely grated ≈ 2 g
- 15 ml lemon juice from 1/2 a lemon
Optional Toppings
- ½ avocado sliced or guacamole
- Salsa
- Tzatziki
- or Fresh fruit and a drizzle of maple syrup
- Or for indulgence: a scoop of vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Plug in your waffle iron (or waffle maker) and preheat until hot. A hot surface ensures waffles made are golden and crispy on the outside.
- Peel the ripe plantains, cut into chunks, and mash until smooth with a fork or potato masher. For extra silky waffle batter, use a high speed blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
- Add the plain flour to the mashed plantain. Stir in the melted coconut oil, grated ginger, and lemon juice. Mix until you have a thick, smooth batter.
- Lightly grease the preheated waffle iron with a little coconut oil. Pour in the right amount of batter, spreading it evenly.
- Close and cook for 4–5 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Cooking time may vary depending on your waffle maker.
- Carefully remove the cooked waffles with a spatula, repeat with the remaining waffle batter, and serve warm with your chosen topping.
Notes
- The ripeness of your plantains matters. Medium-ripe plantains make less sweet waffles, while ripe yellow plantains with black spots give the perfect balance of natural sweetness.
- For a savoury version: add a pinch of salt, herbs, or a quick fry of vegetables as a side.
- Best enjoyed fresh, but leftover waffles can be stored in the fridge and reheated in a toaster until warm and crispy again.
- Gluten Free Plantain Waffles – swap plain flour for almond flour, oat flour, or gluten free flour.
- Sweet Plantain Waffles – use very ripe or even slightly overripe plantains for extra natural sweetness. Add 1 tsp cinnamon, vanilla, or a touch of maple syrup into the batter.
- Indulgent Dessert Waffles – serve with a drizzle of maple syrup, berries, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.