Fluffy Banana Waffles with Decadent Caramel Topping
Transform your breakfast into a delightful treat with these fluffy banana waffles topped with rich caramel sauce. Perfectly sweetened with ripe bananas and enhanced with a glossy caramel drizzle, this dish promises to elevate any morning routine. Whether you’re enjoying a cozy brunch at home or impressing guests, these waffles are sure to satisfy every palate.
- Author: Jennifer
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Waffle making
- Cuisine: American
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (for caramel topping)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for caramel topping)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth but still slightly chunky for texture.
- Add the flour, baking powder, brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Mix gently until just combined.
- Lightly grease the preheated waffle iron and pour in the batter. Cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
- For the caramel sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine granulated sugar and heavy cream. Stir continuously until it bubbles and thickens slightly (about 5 minutes).
- Plate the waffles and generously drizzle with warm caramel sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 waffle (100g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider mixing in nuts or chocolate chips to the batter.
- Swap out all-purpose flour for whole wheat or almond flour for a healthier twist.
- Leftover waffles can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days and reheated in a toaster.