Golden Turmeric Adaptogenic Waffles (Printable Version)

Fluffy waffles packed with turmeric and warming spices. A nourishing, anti-inflammatory breakfast ready in 35 minutes.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1½ cups whole wheat flour
02 - 2 tablespoons coconut sugar or light brown sugar
03 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - ½ teaspoon baking soda
05 - ½ teaspoon sea salt
06 - 1½ teaspoons ground turmeric
07 - ½ teaspoon ground ginger
08 - ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
09 - ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
10 - ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom

→ Wet Ingredients

11 - 1¼ cups unsweetened almond milk
12 - 2 large eggs or 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed mixed with 5 tablespoons water
13 - ¼ cup melted coconut oil
14 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
15 - Zest of 1 small orange

→ Toppings

16 - Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt
17 - Fresh berries
18 - Sliced banana
19 - Honey or maple syrup
20 - Chopped nuts or seeds

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Preheat waffle iron according to manufacturer instructions and lightly grease with coconut oil.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, coconut sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, black pepper, and cardamom until evenly distributed.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together almond milk, eggs or flax egg mixture, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and orange zest until fully combined.
04 - Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and stir until just combined without overmixing. Batter should be thick yet pourable; add additional milk if necessary.
05 - Ladle ½ to ¾ cup batter into preheated waffle iron and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden and crisp. Remove and keep warm. Repeat with remaining batter.
06 - Plate hot waffles and top with yogurt, fresh fruit, honey or syrup drizzle, and nuts or seeds as desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • These waffles turn breakfast into a gentle, nourishing ritual without feeling overly virtuous or complicated.
  • The turmeric gives them a gorgeous golden hue and earthy warmth that pairs surprisingly well with sweet toppings.
  • They freeze beautifully, so you can make a big batch and have weekday mornings sorted.
  • The combination of spices feels cozy and intentional, like you are taking care of yourself from the inside out.
02 -
  • Do not skip the black pepper, it increases turmeric absorption by up to 2000 percent and you will not taste it in the final waffle.
  • If your batter looks too thick, add almond milk a tablespoon at a time until it is pourable but still holds its shape.
  • Let the waffle iron fully preheat before adding batter, or the waffles will steam instead of crisp.
  • Flaxseed eggs need about five minutes to gel, so mix them first and let them sit while you prep everything else.
03 -
  • Invest in a good waffle iron with adjustable heat settings so you can control how crispy or soft you want them.
  • Make the batter the night before and store it in the fridge, it actually improves the texture and saves you time in the morning.
  • If you are making these for a crowd, keep finished waffles warm in a 200-degree oven on a wire rack so they stay crispy.
  • Always taste your batter before cooking, if it needs more sweetness or spice, now is the time to adjust.
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