Super EASY Blender Banana and Rice Gluten Free Waffles! Just blend and pour for these dairy free and gluten free Waffles. Freezer friendly, made with simple real FOOD ingredients, perfect fuel for breakfast or for a delicious Weekend Breakfast. Vegan option as well!
Ohhh me oh my. I have a whopping confession for you all today. A whopping confession to go along with these whopping gluten free waffles. I like fun words, just go with it. So anyway, um… the kiwi and I BOTH did something last week that not only made us feel a wee bit aged, but also made us feel one word –> humbled. You ready for it?
We tried to bounce back into our old workout routine after taking several months off from real structure. It was a much needed break during all that transition time. Yep, the kiwi signed up for masters swim again and rode his bike to coach swimming on top of that. I took a conditioning class from my coworker, which happened to involve kettlebells. This is why it’s a whopping physical reality check and why I’m hoarding all the gluten free waffles today!
Because —-> total exhaustion and soreness are not signs of an awesome workout. Well, to me they aren’t.
They are signs that ONE ; you need to ease yourself back into certain types of training or totally create a NEW one.
TWO; you need to FUEL AND REFUEL properly in order to RECOVER properly from certain workouts.
And when I say YOU, I mean ME!! Or rather US! Like whoa!
Friends, do I as I say, not as I do. And slap me silly if we pull that move that again. Mmm k? But in all honesty, this got me back on the pre and post workout meal prep bandwagon. Gluten free easy to digest carbs and all! Hence these easy Rice Banana Gluten Free waffles.
Let’s discuss the whopping gluten free waffles.
- Like literally made LEFTOVER rice. Which makes a super easy to digest carbohydrate for FUEL or a nice way to REFUEL muscles with glycogen. All good all good! These remind me of my quinoa bread. A way to be resourceful with scraps in the fridge!
- To balance out the rice, we have eggs, banana, and bit of coconut or almond milk. That’s healthy fats, protein, calcium, and POTASSIUM!! The vegan option uses chia seed, still great source of healthy fats and protein too. YESSSS!
- A touch of cinnamon which is an antioxidant rich spice and aids in digestion by helping it slow down. You don’t want a crazy upset stomach pre workout or pre anything, right?! Nope, been there. Not fun.
- And last but not least –> they are FREEZER friendly gluten free waffles. Which means I can make in bulk so we can grab and go when need be. Slap some nut butter on them and you have an EPIC PB waffle recovery sandwich. There’s no excuse for improper fueling now. Right?
Oh and these are kid friendly. Cause we’re really are just big kids. No really, what kid doesn’t like waffles for breakfast? Okay maybe add some chocolate chips. More antioxidants, right?
Now, get yer blenders ready and heat up your waffle makers. Throw in some banana, rice, egg, coconut sugar, coconut or almond milk, and let’s make those whopping WONDERFUL gluten free waffles. Oh side note –> I have the vegan version in the recipes notes. YAY!
Blender Rice Banana Gluten Free Waffles {Freezer Friendly, Vegan Option}
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 3 waffles 1x
Description
Blender Rice Banana Gluten Free Waffles {Freezer Friendly, Vegan Option}
Ingredients
- 2 eggs (see notes for vegan option)
- 2 cups cooked rice (white works best)
- 1 medium banana
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- ¼ cup coconut sugar
- ½ tsp baking powder
- dash of salt
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 tbsp tapioca flour or potato flour
- ½ cup almond milk (cashew milk or coconut milk work too)
- Optional teaspoon of Cinnamon
Instructions
- Place everything in a blender besides the milk. Pulse blend until mixed, then turn on low and add your milk last.
- Blend until smooth and thick.
- Keep batter in blender.
- Grease a waffle iron. Make sure it’s pre heated.
- Pour mix onto hot waffle iron. Cook until golden brown. Around 7-10 minutes per waffle. Remove and serve hot or let cool then wrap in foil and place in freezer for later.
- Recipe for vegan in notes. Please be aware that the Vegan waffles take 2x as long.
Notes
VEGAN VERSION will take 20 minutes or so per waffle due to no egg.
** 1 heaping tablespoon chia seed ** 2 cups cooked rice (white works best) ** 1 medium banana ** 2 tablespoon coconut oil ** ¼ cup coconut sugar ** ½ teaspoon baking powder ** dash of salt ** 1 teaspoon vanilla ** 3 tablespoon tapioca flour or potato flour ** 1 cup almond milk
—> Same directions as above but let the batter sit for 10 minutes before cooking. Then pour in waffle iron.
—> it will take a good 20 minutes to cook the waffle through. Depending on your waffle iron. Be PATIENT and don’t open waffle iron until at least 12 -15 minutes as passed to check. THey are delicious though. More sticky rice waffle like. And they will look darker in color.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
Alright now, these gluten free waffles have been made. In LARGE batches. Because they are so simple and can be stuck in the freezer so we don’t EVER have to go through that whole “I bonked” phase. That’s my husband’s code for… “I didn’t eat enough food and now I’m dying!!!!” Haha, kidding. Kinda.
YES!! We’re gonna fuel up and feed those muscles. All with simple gluten free ingredients you have in your pantry or fridge. Can I get a high five?!
Now go out there and tackle your Monday, one blender banana gluten free waffle bite at a time!
Friends, tell me your stories. Have you ever tried to bounce back into a workout after a sabbatical? Did it humble you?
We need more gluten free waffle ideas, so leave me some more ideas. Pretty please!
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Good idea but these turned to dust when cooked in the waffle iron….I could not open the waffle iron (despite spraying it prior to pouring the batter) and they somehow were hollow inside when I finally pried it open. Tried making pancakes out of the rest of the batter but they ended up not working on the griddle either. Had to throw the rest of the batter out and spend another hour cleaning the waffle iron.
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Hi Tif. This is an old recipe that needs updating. I apologize. We will update this ASAP. If you’re looking for a new waffle recipe, I would try out these waffles. They are a favorite. https://www.cottercrunch.com/flourless-peanut-butter-waffles/
Completely glued the waffle iron shut. That was fun to clean up… I threw the remaining batter away. Total loss.
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ALL diets/nutritionists do not want you to consume white rice — now what?
I don’t have a waffle maker 🙁 do you think that this recipe would make good pancakes instead?
I think it would!! I haven’t tried though. Keep me posted if you do.
How many waffles is a single serving? The nutritional count is high in everything. Are those numbers for one waffle?
yes, about 1 large waffle (4 wedges) with banana, butter, and maple syrup on top included. If you have just waffles it’s closer to 250-300. hope that helps.
I HATE working with kettlebells because they make everything WAY TOO difficult. I pretty much died after my first set! LOL! I’ll probably use this recipe as an excuse to power through my next morning workout. I have to try this with short-grain brown rice if it works out!
Kettle bells hurt so good! Haha. Let me know if you try recipe
I’ve had the same problem trying to go back to an intense workout / yoga class when I haven’t been in a while!! It’s so important to ease back into it!
Omg I tried yoga too… So sore! Lol
These look seriously delicious! I haven’t made waffles in so long but I really need to get out my waffle iron and get onto making some ASAP!
Yes, do it! I”ll wait for waffle wednesday for you!
The waffle maker is one of the best inventions, up there with the blender and… THE ICE CREAM MAKER – but seriously! ha! 😉
I need an ice cream maker! I’m missing out!
I literally just ate and I’m still drooling over these waffles. Always love a big, hearty breakfast for a recovery meal! The best workouts are fueled by waffles, right?! Thanks for the vegan version! 🙂
let me know if you try the vegan version too! it’s longer to cook and more chewy but so delish!
So cool that these are gluten free and vegan optional and can be made in the blender and frozen. Doesn’t get better than that. XO Lauren
ahh thanks friend. I like to accommodate! haha
Rice? File that under never would have thought of that. Looks delicious Lindsay. As always.
thanks friend! let me know if you try it!
These look so good! Wish we had some waffles in the freezer while the hubby is gone and I seem to be going crazy! Luckily we have some muesli rounds in there and lots of other options! I can’t wait to try these! I’ve made muffins and things with rice and put wild rice in savory pancakes but can’t say I’ve ever made waffles with rice!
fly me up! I’ll bring waffles and coffee and ALL THE FOOD! 😉
How about I head down there…. then I can fill up on an ice cream I can’t get here that you have down there! As long as there is less humidity!
Always so creative!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Waffles made from leftover rice?! I’m intrigued and these sound and look amazing.
The “oh hey, I’ve done it before so it’s going to be a breeze” thought after a workout break could have definitely been me, too. I hope it getd easier again for the two of you soon!
Haha yes! Finally feeling better. And you gotta try with rice!
I am right with you. Knee was feeling better so I thought squats would be a FABULOUS idea. After 4 days of moving. Owwwwww…
I could face plant into these. And with rice?! You’re so weird. I love it. :*
Never weird! Just original haha
What is this magic?? Anything in waffle form is my JAM.
Needs some almond butter on top, right? ????
1st thing – These look incredible and I can’t wait to make them! 2nd thing – I feel ya girl! I pretty much did the same thing, where I took wayyyyyyy too much time off working out. I’d workout here and there, but wasn’t regimented like my normal self, then decided to jump back in full force. I was like WHOA nelly! Sore sore ouch ouch sore! I hope you’re recovering well and cheers to getting back on the workout bandwagon!
Yes me too!! Like I ran an ironman haha
Ohh I’ve definitely been there, and the massive slice of humble pie sucks big time. I’d much rather enjoy a batch of these beautiful waffles 🙂
waffle date! let’s do it! and maybe just a walk. 😉
OMG these pictures are killing me! Absolutely stunning! If only I could taste them in real life right now, lol!
Oh maaaan you and kiwi are such badasses! I bet you’re already feeling stronger from having done such an intense workout…it sucks in the moment but you feel SO GREAT once it’s all over…slash a few days after the soreness has worn off 😉
I’m obsessed with this idea of making waffles out of leftover rice. Words cannot describe. Sheer brilliance, m’dear!
I have a hard time believing that those are made with RICE! How cool!
I promise! pinky promise!
GAH – Lady – I needed these waffles this past Sunday in a BIG way! I didn’t do what you and the Kiwi did, but I spent almost 8 hours squatting and weeding and pulling and pushing weeds and wheelbarrows around my yard and boyoboy, you’d think I knew by now that I am not 20 still! If I pull that long segment of yardwork again, I’m gonna have to have these waffles the day after for sure!
Happy Monday friend
I’m currently in the sabbatical/bounce back phase. I’ve definitely taken a larger break and every few days, my body decides it wants to move. I always want to go back to my old workouts, but after a few waaaaaayyyyy tooo sore days, I realized I have to take it slow. Also, these waffles! With the new job, I need a few nutrient dense, but easy breakfast options I can take with me and these would be perfect!
New jobs ares tricky! but we all adjust, sooner or later, right?
Freezer-ready gluten free waffles? I’m so in! I love everything about these!!
YES! I’M IN LOVE TOO! <3
this is a great use of leftover rice!!! i always end up making fried rice…but it will be waffles next time . i hope you are feeling better today, i have a love-hate relationship of soreness.
Yes! let me know whatcha think! Go team RICE! haha
Ha! I’ve totally done that before… After months of nothing I’ll think it’s ok to do a hardcore workout. NOPE. I’ve learned my lesson and, when I do ease back into it, I always use lighter than usual weights to start out.
remind me next time! LOL!
Wow! Beautiful photos of these amazingly yummy waffles! Love that they’re freezer friendly for easy mornings, too!
And YES — I know exactly how you feel after taking some time off from a workout. My body just doesn’t bounce back like it used to!
ugh, aging. we are no longer invincible. haha okay maybe in our minds. Humble pie it is!
Because waffles should ALWAYS be in the freezer ready to GO!
AMEN to that!
I am so intrigued by the rice in these. A must try! eont even talk to me about getting old either!
I’m wondering if that black rice would work. Could be fun to try. haha. i’m curious now that you adding rice back into your diet
YES! I had to take quite a while off working out recently when I had some skin cancer removed just above my knee. I went to do a Barre class that I would normally easily get through and I was totally floored. Nothing on your kind of training but still, it was a shocker!
LOVING the look of these waffles. I have not had waffles for so long. I love that you have used leftover rice. I always make way too much rice and it can sometimes get wasted!
Barre is hard to me ALL The time! haha
You may have dfinally found a way for me to like white rice 😀
It’s my mission!