Can I use gluten-free flour in this recipe?

Definitely! Select a brand that is listed as a 1-to-1 substitution for all-purpose flour (I used the Bob's gluten-free flour ). This means it has the right proportions of ingredients to act the same way when cooked. You can also use a homemade blend of brown rice flour and tapioca starch.

Are these waffles dairy-free?

Use any non-dairy milk that fits your diet. Be sure it is an unsweetened variety. Coconut oil is used as the fat so there is no dairy in this recipe.

I hate beets. Can I use something else to make the waffles pink?

Yes! You can use an equal amount of strawberries or dragon fruit to replace the beets, if you prefer. Pink strawberry waffles may be less vibrant than using beets.

Can I make the batter ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the batter up to 24 hours ahead of time. Pour the batter into a large bowl and cover with plastic wrap or a lid and store in the refrigerator until you're ready to make the waffles.

Pink Waffles (No Dye or Food Coloring)

Ingredients

Units Scale

1 cup unsweetened almond milk (you can use dairy milk if you aren’t on a dairy-free diet)
1 egg
3 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
2 tablespoons maple syrup (eliminate for a savory version)
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (use gluten-free baking flour to make these gluten-free)
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 medium roasted beets, about 1/2 cup of sliced cooked beets (look for pre-roasted unflavored beets in the refrigerator section of most grocery stores)
Nonstick cooking spray
Toppings (as desired; see recipe for suggestions)

Cook Mode Prevent your screen from going dark

Instructions

In the base of a blender or food processor, combine the milk, egg, coconut oil, maple syrup, flour, baking powder, and beets. Blend or process on high until the mixture is fully combined and smooth.
Preheat your waffle maker.
Spray the waffle iron lightly with nonstick cooking spray.
Add about ¼ cup of the batter at a time, cooking the waffles for 5-6 minutes each.
Serve the waffles with your choice of maple syrup, sliced strawberries, whipped cream, jam, apple butter, or whatever topping you like.

Notes

You can easily double this recipe if you want more servings.
To keep the waffles warm while the rest of the batch cooks, you can place the cooked waffles on an oven-safe plate in an oven set at 150-170°F for up to 20 minutes.

Author: Carrie Forrest, MPH in Nutrition
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Waffle
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
Calories: 336
Sugar: 9 g
Sodium: 100.7 mg
Fat: 12.6 g
Saturated Fat: 8.9 g
Carbohydrates: 48.1 g
Fiber: 2.5 g
Protein: 7.5 g
Cholesterol: 46.5 mg