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Nothing says “Saturday mornings” like homemade waffles for breakfast.
But when our boys were toddlers, we almost didn’t get to experience this common weekend tradition.
Because, dang it, my kids had both milk AND egg allergies.
Surely you can’t make waffles without both those ingredients, right?
My heart couldn’t bear it.
Just like I couldn’t bear not enjoying French Toast as a family tradition.
Apparently, I really like breakfast, ha ha!
So in true allergy mom style, I set out on a mission.
And low and behold, not only did we come up with a milk-free and egg-free waffle recipe…
but we also found a way to omit ANY milk.
That’s right, not even dairy-free milk is needed in this recipe.
Use just water. BAM!
Save that pricey milk, mama.
You can’t get any more basic than water and no egg.
Yet, the flavor is perfectly acceptable and even good.
I mean really, once you douse these babies in dairy-free butter and syrup,
nobody’s gonna know the difference.
These are also perfect for freezing to save you time and energy.
I know you’re a busy lady like me, yippppeeeee for simple mom hacks!
TO FREEZE FOR LATER
- Double the recipe.
- Cook up the waffles.
- Flash freeze on a cookie sheet.
- Store in airtight containers or freezer bags.
Frozen waffles are perfect for quick, convenient, toaster waffles on busy days.
I’ve been asked many times what waffle iron we use.
My husband loves our ceramic coated (not teflon), non-stick waffle iron (affiliate) to make our weekend waffles.
Ours is going over 5 years strong…with waffles every Saturday!
Hope you find this recipe and the results as surprisingly good as we do.
Leave a comment and let us know!
Recipe is below. xo
OTHER RECIPES YOU MAY LIKE
Breakfast Cookies with No Milk or Egg
Banana Bread with No Milk or Egg
Chocolate Cake with No Milk or Egg
Milk-Free & Egg-Free Waffles
MAKES 6 BELGIUM SIZE WAFFLES
INGREDIENTS
2-1/2 cup white flour
4 tsp. baking powder
4 Tbs. sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
2-1/2 cups water
5 Tbs. coconut or vegetable oil
1 tsp. vanilla
DIRECTIONS
Mix dry and wet ingredients separately.
Then incorporate all the ingredients together, just until moist.
Don’t over mix.
Cook in waffle iron according to its instructions.
Ours take about 8 minutes per waffle to cook.
Enjoy your milk-free and egg-free waffles, friend!
Alisa - frugal foodie says
Oh yumminess! I have been making waffles with water quite a bit lately.
Lisa says
This recipe was awesome! Thanks! I added some pumpkin spice powder because I didn’t have any vanilla to flavor & the results were a hit with my family. Thanks so much!!
Jamie Kaufmann says
Oh that makes me so happy, Lisa! Thank you so very much for sharing that. 🙂 Great idea on the spice!
Samantha says
Hi there, just tried this recipe to make chicken and waffles and I was limited on ingredients so substituted the vanilla extract for brown sugar and they are delicious! The left overs will be great with coffee tomorrow thanks for posting this !
Sam
Jamie Kaufmann says
That’s wonderful to hear, Sam!!! Thanks so much for sharing.
Donné Queripel in South Africa says
This has become my nine year old daughter’s go to site when she feels like baking. Which is often. She is allergic to dairy, peanuts, egg and beef. Your site normalizes our family life in a way that truly warms my heart. And we love these waffles!
Because I also have an 8 year with a wheat sensitivity and baking with egg is too risky in this home, I’m going to try making these waffles wheat free but adding xanthum gum and/ ground flaxseed to compensate for no egg and no wheat.
Jamie Kaufmann says
Oh this is so sweet. Hello to South Africa!!! So glad she can easily follow along and bake! Thanks for sharing.
Roxanne says
What are using to replace the wheat flour? I’m also allergic to eggs and yeast too and can’t eat wheat. So curious in what you did to make these.
Jamie Kaufmann says
We use wheat flour, Roxanne. You would want to try your flour and see if it works.
KAYLA says
We use Bob Red Mill 1:1 flour. It works well with this recipe and you do not need to add Xanthan gum to that flour. Best wishes
Jamie Kaufmann says
That is really cool to know! Thanks so much, we get asked about that a lot!
Jamie Kaufmann says
Oh, our readers will love this tip. Thank you, Kayla!
Devon says
My son is allergic to wheat. What can I use to substitute?
Jamie Kaufmann says
Many people use Bob’s Red Mill 1-1 substitute. Have you tried that yet?
Leanne says
Can you use all purpose flour?
Hello from Ukraine. …
Jamie Kaufmann says
Hello! Yes, you can, Leanne. 🙂
lilian says
did not turn out at all like it should have. big disaster.
Jamie Kaufmann says
Very sorry to hear that. Sometimes waffle irons make a difference.
Stephanie says
Hi there,
My daughter can’t have any sugar or replacement what so ever. Can I omit the sugar ? Will they still turn out?
Thanks !
Stephanie
Jamie Kaufmann says
Hi Stephanie! I’m not entirely sure on that but it’s worth trying! Especially when the ingredients are so cheap. Please let us know if it does!
Gretchen says
This recipe was super easy and even more delicious. I love that they are freezer friendly! Recipes such as these make being vegan fun.
Jamie Kaufmann says
Well thank you! We love helping our vegan friends. xoxo
Leigh Anne says
Have you ever tried applesauce instead of oil? I may next time.
Jamie Kaufmann says
Hi Leigh Anne, I sure haven’t. If you do, let us know how it works out!
Kristen Terhune says
I did applesauce, turned out great!
Yvonne says
Thanks for the recipe! The waffles freeze well and reheat quickly in the toaster.
We do green version with 1/2 – 1 cup of steamed veg (spinach and zucchini) blended/puréed with water to make to 2.5 cups liquid. Also a sprouted grain version with 1.5 cups sprouted grain flour and 1 cup regular white flour.
Jamie Kaufmann says
Yvonne, that’s fantastic! Thanks for the tips!
Nicola says
Your recipe has been such a lifesaver for me! My daughter has dairy and egg allergies also and being able to bring these to daycare in the morning so she can have waffles when the daycare makes regular ones for the other kids makes her feel so included! Thank you, thank you!
Jamie Kaufmann says
Oh Nicola, this makes us so happy! Thanks for sharing!
Melissa says
My son has fpies.. he’s allergic to oats and rice so we’re avoiding all grains right now do you know of another flour that would work?
Jamie Kaufmann says
Melissa, I also avoid grains and just don’t eat them. 🙁 Are you using an almond or coconut flour? I’m not sure of a substitute besides some have luck with the 1 for 1 sub flours for gluten-free. Not sure what to suggest as I’m not well-versed in FPIES. If you find out, we’d love to hear!
Sonia says
I use a combination of nut flours and starches
Lastest combo was 25% hazelnut and 25% tapioca starch with 50% standard 1 to 1 gluten free all purpose. Do not skimp on the oils in the recipe. Alternative flour waffles tend to stick to the iron. Be sure u spray with nostick with every new waffle. I have an old seasoned one and it still sticks. If it does, unplug the applieance let it cool slightly and slowly pry it from the edges. With some finesse it will be coaxed out. Good luck, they are worth it!
moniah says
I can`t eat an egg , so I made your recipe today and I love it, but I did not have vanilla so I add cinnamon powder it gives a nice flavor… thank you
Jamie Kaufmann says
That sounds delicious, Moniah!
Monica says
I used applesauce instead of the oil and it worked out well and tasted great! And less fattening too!
Jamie Kaufmann says
That’s awesome! Thanks for sharing!
Kesley says
I’m new to cooking everything I eat due to allergies, and I definitely don’t know what I can and can’t substitute haha. Do I have to use the White Whole Wheat flour? Or do you think it would be okay to use All Purpose Flour, or even Coconut flour? Or Almond flour? My local grocery store doesn’t have the White Whole Wheat, but I always have the other flours on hand!
Jamie Kaufmann says
Hi Kesley, we use regular unbleached white, usually King Arthur brand. Hope that helps!
Sarina says
Made these this morning! So yummy. Kids loved them, hubs loved them! Glad to find a cheap, easy waffle recipe! Thank you for sharing!
Jamie Kaufmann says
So glad they were a hit, Sarina! So simple, right?! lol
Tammie says
I made these waffles this morning for my son and he loves them! Thank you for posting the recipe and sharing.
Jamie Kaufmann says
OH, I’m so glad he liked them, Tammie!!!
Desiree says
Perfect ! My 9 year old is recovering from strep and so am I, and the baby is allergic to milk and eggs ! At 10 1/2 months she got to enjoy waffles for the first time!!
Jamie Kaufmann says
Aw, feel better! So glad this helped. xo
Kyler says
My mom ran out of milk, so i had to find something for breakfast. These were very delicious, thank you!
Jamie Kaufmann says
This is awesome. Thanks for sharing! xo
Lisa says
Do you think it would come out the same if i used egg, im only avooding dairy?
Jamie Kaufmann says
That I’m not sure about, Lisa. But check our oat waffles for an egg version! 🙂