Quick Oatmeal Zucchini Waffles
These soft and naturally sweet oatmeal zucchini waffles are perfect for babies, toddlers, and busy mornings. Made with simple ingredients, no added sugar, and a hidden veggie boost — they’re great for baby-led weaning and totally freezer-friendly.
Equipment
- high speed blender or mixing bowl
- measuring cups
Ingredients
- 1¼ cups rolled oats blended into oat flour (or 1 cup of oat flour)
- 1 medium ripe banana or ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 egg or flax egg: 1 tablespoon ground flax + 3 tablespoon water, rested 5 min
- ½ cup shredded/grated zucchini about 1 small zucchini, no need to squeeze
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- ½ cup milk any milk of choice!
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- pinch of salt optional
Instructions
- Add oats to a blender and blend into a fine flour. Then add banana, egg, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Blend until smooth. (Or just blend everything all at once if you'd rather)
- Stir in shredded zucchini and chia seeds by hand (for texture) or blend them in (for a smoother batter). Add 1–2 tablespoon of milk if it gets too thick.
- Pour into a greased, preheated waffle maker and cook until golden and set. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Cut into strips for babies or even little dippers for toddlers! Enjoy!
Notes
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