Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread Waffles

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 3 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar, for swirl

Steps

1. 1 Preheat your waffle iron according to its instructions.
2. 2 In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
3. 3 In another bowl, combine mashed bananas, melted butter, egg, vanilla, and buttermilk. Stir until smooth.
4. 4 Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined.
5. 5 Reserve 1/2 cup of the batter, then stir the cinnamon sugar into the remaining batter.
6. 6 Dollop the plain batter into the waffle iron, then add spoonfuls of the cinnamon swirl batter on top. Swirl gently with a knife.
7. 7 Cook waffles until golden brown and crisp, about 4-5 minutes. Repeat until all batter is used.
8. 8 Serve warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or your favorite toppings.

Equipment

• waffle iron
• mixing bowls
• whisk
• measuring cups

Variations

• Add chocolate chips for a decadent twist.
• Use almond flour for a gluten-free option.

Substitutions

• Use milk instead of buttermilk for a creamier texture.
• Substitute applesauce for butter to lower fat content.

Pairings

• Fresh fruit salad
• Warm maple syrup

Nutrition

Tips

• For extra fluffy waffles, separate the egg and beat the egg white until stiff peaks before folding into the batter.
• Keep waffles warm in a 200°F oven while you finish cooking the rest.

Storage

Store cooled waffles in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in a toaster or oven.

Freezing: Freeze waffles in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer bag. Thaw at room temperature and reheat in a toaster.

Serving Suggestions

• Top with fresh berries and a drizzle of honey.
• Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a treat.

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