How to Make Whole Wheat Waffles

We’ve heard that adding foods made with whole grains to our diets is a good thing to do. ith whole wheat, skim milk and canola oil, these whole wheat waffles are a simple and delicious way to eat healthier. Best of all, kids love them. Read on to learn how to make whole wheat waffles.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• 2 ¼ cups whole wheat flour
• 4 tsp. baking powder
• ¾ tsp. salt
• 1 ½ tbsp. sugar
• 2 tsp. cinnamon
• 2 beaten eggs
• 2 ½ cups skim milk
• ¼ cup canola oil
• Waffle iron

1. Heat your waffle iron.
2. Combine dry ingredients in a large bowl. Stir with a wire whisk until blended.
3. In a small bowl, beat eggs. Then add milk and vegetable oil to eggs. Stir to combine.
4. Pour liquid ingredients into flour mixture. Beat with the whisk until smooth.
5. Bake waffles according to waffle iron manufacturer’s directions.
6. Serve immediately topped with your favorite fruit or syrup.

Tips & Warnings

• Make extra waffles to freeze. Wrap them individually in waxed paper and place them in freezer bags. Pop them from the freezer to the toaster for a quick and easy homemade breakfast.
• You also can make the batter the night before and refrigerate it. If it is too thick when it’s time to bake, stir in a little milk at a time until you have the right consistency.

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