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My Almond Flour Waffle Recipe That’s Actually Crispy & Fluffy
These almond flour waffles are my answer for a golden, crisp waffle without added sugar or grains. I used to call them keto waffles, and they still work for that, but really, this is just my favorite almond flour waffle recipe for a healthier, cozy breakfast. The difference is in a few small details that make the texture so much better:
- Crisp outside, fluffy inside – Almond flour can make waffles dense and lack crispness, so I made a couple tweaks to make it work better. I whip the egg white before folding it in to make the texture more airy inside, and add a little almond butter (inspired by my peanut butter waffles) to get a crispier, golden outside.
- Sweet, buttery flavor – These taste buttery and mildly sweet, with a hint of vanilla and a mild nutty flavor. They go perfectly with all your favorite toppings!
- Quick and easy – This recipe only takes about 15 minutes from start to finish, so it’s easy enough for a weekday but still feels special for the weekend. The only “extra” step is whipping the egg white, and it’s so worth it for the lighter texture.
- Better for you – My almond flour waffles are grain-free, gluten-free, packed with protein (not as much as my protein waffles, but still 13 grams each!), and have no white flour or added sugar. They’re such a satisfying low carb breakfast.
If you want to make waffles with almond flour but don’t want to give up that crisp, fluffy texture, these are for you. Make them with me!
“This recipe was delicious and the waffles were fluffier than other almond flour recipes I’ve used. I will use this again!!”
-Tami
Ingredients & Substitutions
Here I explain the best ingredients for my almond flour waffle recipe, what each one does, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card.
- Wholesome Yum Blanched Almond Flour – I highly recommend this one because it’s ground finer than other brands, giving these almond flour waffles the best texture. Many other types of almond flour or almond meal are coarser, so they make the waffles heavier and more grainy. If you want to swap in coconut flour, it’s not a 1:1 replacement, so make my coconut flour waffles instead.
- Besti Monk Fruit Allulose Blend – This adds sweetness without sugar and dissolves more smoothly than erythritol-based options, but the best part about it is it makes the waffles super moist. If you use another sweetener, check my sugar substitutes guide and sweetener conversion chart, but just know that the result can turn out more dry and gritty.
- Egg – We’ll separate the egg and whip the white, which is my favorite trick for keeping these waffles airy. I don’t recommend egg substitutes here, because the whipped white is the key to the fluffy result.
- Almond Butter – I added this after seeing how well nut butter helps my peanut butter waffles crisp up, and it makes these almond flour waffles less fragile. Use a runny, natural almond butter for easiest mixing.
- Butter – Adds richness and helps the edges brown. You can use ghee or coconut oil if you need a dairy-free option.
- Milk – Thins the batter so it can spread in the waffle maker. I use unsweetened almond milk, but you can use dairy milk, coconut milk beverage, or any other milk you like.
- Baking Powder, Sea Salt, and Vanilla Extract – For lift, balance, and flavor.
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How To Make Almond Flour Waffles
I have step-by-step photos here to help you visualize the recipe. For full instructions with amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card.
To keep these almond flour waffles light and airy, I used the technique from my favorite low carb bread: Beat the egg whites to stiff peaks first, stir together the rest of the ingredients, and finally fold in the whites. The result was a light, fluffy batter (don’t be surprised that it’s thicker than most!), and the best almond flour waffles I’ve ever made:
- Beat the egg white. Use a hand mixer to whip until stiff peaks form. They should look thick and stand straight up when you lift the beaters.
- Mix the dry ingredients. In a large bowl, stir together the almond flour, Besti, baking powder, and salt. I break up any almond flour clumps at this point, because they’re harder to smooth out once the wet ingredients go in.
- Melt the butter and almond butter together. They should be smooth and runny.
- Mix them into the dry ingredients. The mixture should look clumpy now, like cookie dough.
- Stir in the remaining wet ingredients. This includes the egg yolk, almond milk, and vanilla.
- Fold in the egg white. You want the batter to look fluffy, with no big streaks of white left, but a few tiny streaks are better than deflating it.
- Cook until golden. Scoop the batter into your preheated, greased waffle maker. Cook until the steam mostly stops and the waffle is golden brown. Let it sit in the open waffle maker for a minute, so it firms up before you lift it out.
My Tips For A Crispy, Fluffy Texture
- Get your waffle maker nice and hot. I turn it on before I start the batter, so it’s fully hot when I’m ready to cook. If it’s too cold, your waffles will turn out too soft and likely stick.
- Your waffle maker options: I use this Belgian waffle maker for this recipe, so the batter makes 2 large waffles. A mini waffle iron works too, but you’ll need less batter per waffle and the timing will be shorter.
- Fold the egg white very gently. The whipped white is what makes the inside fluffy. If you stir it or overmix, the batter loses volume and the waffles turn out more dense.
- Don’t thin the batter. It’s supposed to be thicker than regular waffle batter, due to the whipped egg whites, so it’s more scoopable than pourable. If you add extra milk, the waffles will turn out too soft and more fragile.
- Grease the waffle maker well, even if it’s nonstick. Almond flour batters are more delicate than wheat flour batters. A light coating helps the waffle release before the edges tear.
- Wait for the steam to slow down. If you open the waffle maker too early, the center can split or stick. I look for most of the steam to stop, then check for a deep golden color.
- Let the waffle rest before removing. It will feel soft right away, then crisp as it cools from hot to warm. I usually turn off the waffle maker and let the waffle sit for a minute before lifting it out.
- Want these extra crispy? Pop them in the toaster, toaster oven, or even conventional oven for a couple of minutes right after cooking. This is not required, but I do find it helps achieve better crispness! All this being said, my chaffle recipe is still crispier than these almond flour waffles.
Almond Flour Waffles (Crispy & Fluffy)
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My almond flour waffles are golden, buttery, fluffy inside, and actually crispy on the outside. Naturally gluten-free, low carb, and so easy!
Instructions
[ See step photos See my tips ]Tap on the times in the instructions to start a kitchen timer.
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Preheat the waffle maker (I love this one and it's the perfect size for this recipe). Grease lightly (I usually spray with oil).
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Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, use a hand mixer to beat the egg white to stiff peaks. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, combine almond flour, Besti, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
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In a small bowl in the microwave, or a small saucepan on the stove, melt together the butter and almond butter. Whisk together, then add the butter mixture to the dry flour bowl.
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Add the yolk, almond milk, and vanilla to the batter. Stir until smooth.
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Fold the egg whites into the batter. Mix enough so that you don't have pockets of whites separate from the rest of the batter, but be careful not to break down the whites too much. The batter should be light and fluffy.
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Transfer half the batter (about 3/4 cup, 177 mL) into the lightly greased waffle iron. Close and cook until steam stops coming out, about 5 minutes. Unplug and let cool slightly in the waffle iron to make the waffle easier to remove. (It will crisp up as it goes from hot to warm.) Repeat with the remaining batter.
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Optional: To make waffles crispier, carefully remove them from the waffle iron, then toast in a toaster, toaster oven, or regular oven for a few minutes.
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Maya’s Recipe Notes
Serving size: 1 large Belgian waffle
- Tips: Check out my recipe tips above to help you get crisp edges, a fluffy center, and waffles that release cleanly from the waffle maker.
- Storage: Store leftover almond flour waffles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-5 days. Let them cool first, so steam does not make them soggy.
- Meal prep: Make the waffles ahead and refrigerate or freeze them. I do not recommend making the batter too far ahead, because the whipped egg white loses volume quickly.
- Reheat: Reheat in a toaster or toaster oven for the crispiest edges. The microwave works in a pinch, but makes them very soft.
- Freeze: I like to freeze these with parchment paper between them, so they don’t stick. They keep well in the freezer for up to 3-6 months. Toast straight from frozen.
- Note on serving size: These are very filling and the recipe makes large Belgian style almond flour waffles. You can easily have a 1/2 serving (1/2 of the waffle) at a time if you add toppings, which is what I often do.
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Flavor Variations
This almond flour waffle batter makes a great base for add-ins and flavors! I like to stir mix-ins in right before folding in the egg white, so I do not have to overmix after the air is added.
- Chocolate Chip – Fold in 1/4 cup of sugar-free chocolate chips. It’s just enough for little pockets of chocolate without weighing down the batter.
- Lemon Blueberry – Add 1 teaspoon lemon zest and a small handful of blueberries. I find fresh berries work best here, because frozen ones can bleed and add extra moisture.
- Cranberry Orange – Stir in 1 teaspoon orange zest and chopped sugar-free dried cranberries. I love this version in the fall.
- Banana Nut – Add 1/2 teaspoon of banana extract and some finely chopped walnuts. I would not use real mashed banana here, because it adds too much moisture for this batter.
- Cinnamon – Add 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon to the dry ingredients, or you can even opt for pumpkin pie spice. This is the easiest version when you want a warmer flavor without adding anything chunky.
Topping Ideas For Almond Flour Waffles
Like many of my almond flour recipes, this one is very filling! The recipe makes large, Belgian-style waffles, so I often find half is plenty when loaded up with toppings. Try one of these combos to make them feel special:
- Classic syrup and butter – My favorite is Wholesome Yum Sugar-Free Maple Syrup with a pat of butter. My kids and friends can’t tell the difference, and the flavor comes from real maple.
- Fresh and fruity – Add berries, sliced peaches, or a spoonful of strawberry chia jam or even blackberry jelly. Some sugar-free whipped cream pairs nicely with the fruit. My personal favorite lately is fresh strawberries topped with zero sugar strawberry syrup!
- Nutty and filling – Add a drizzle of almond butter or peanut butter, and some chopped nuts for crunch. This combo is also really good with banana slices, if you don’t need them low carb.
431 Comments
Arthur Moreno
0I think this recipe will turn out really good! (I am in the middle of making them.) I recommend adding two tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder and 1/2 teaspoon more of the vanilla extract. Also, I subbed natural peanut butter instead of almond butter to blend the chocolate flavor together. I do have a question though: Does the egg white have to be peaked up? I am using a frother and I have been frothing them for almost 10 minutes. Should I use an electric mixer instead?
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Arthur, Yes the egg whites should be whipped into stiff peaks. The best way to do this is with an electric mixer. Enjoy!
Janelle
0These were amazing! I used peanut butter. So light and just the perfect amount of sweet.
EbZ
0Recipe itself was pretty good! Not sure how you figure the calories are 401? The almond flour alone is 360 for 1/2 cup. More like a 900 calorie breakfast with no toppings… YIKES!!
Wholesome Yum M
0This recipe actually makes 2 servings. 1 waffle is a single serving. I hope this helps.
Carri
0What is the purpose of the almond butter in this recipe? Can I use cream cheese instead? They seem about the same consistency. Thank you for your reply~
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Carri, The almond butter provides texture and acts as a binder, helping to combine the ingredients together. If you are looking for a waffle recipe that uses cream cheese, check out this one for Coconut Flour Waffles.
Melissa
0Really good taste! They fell a part for me though so not sure what happened there. But I would made them again, if I can figure out how to get them to not fall a part! Thanks for the recipe!
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Melissa, These are a little tender until fully baked. Please be sure to let them cook long enough before attempting to open the lid.
Shriner
0I have made this type of waffle before but it came out much better than this one. This recipe tastes good but didn’t cook very well and was too soft to get out of the waffle maker. I added extra almond flour since I used agave nectar to sweeten it. Not bad but probably won’t use it again.
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Shriner, Unfortunately, adding a liquid sweetener changes the composition of the recipe. I hope you decide to give them a try again with a dry sweetener, which will give you the ideal result.
Ryan French
0I had high hopes, but in the end these were not worth making. 🙁
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Ryan, I’m sorry these didn’t turn out as expected. There are several other waffle recipes here if you are interested: Coconut Flour Waffles, Vanilla Protein Waffles, Flourless Waffles, and Chaffles.
alexis
0Absolutely delicious! Thank u for the recipe!! was crispy !! Delicious!!
Wendy
0These didn’t come out crispy for me, more like bread, but with very good flavor.
Kristi
0I just made these for breakfast and they came out great! I did make a small change though. I didn’t have any almond butter so I used, in separate batches, so I used cashew and peanut butter. I LOVE THEM!
Dana B
0THIS RECIPE IS DELICIOUS!!!!! I added a few blueberries! So so so good! I would actually give it more than 5 stars if I could!
Miren Lacson
0This recipe is good! The batter is not as crumbly like other recipes when cooked .
Shaina
0I have an egg intolerance and was wondering what kind of egg substitutes I can use for this and other baking recipes?
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Shaina, Although I have not personally tested it, many readers have reported having success with using flax eggs in baking recipes. Best of luck!
Alarice
0I followed the recipe and doubled up all of the ingredients except I forgot to double the almond butter and coconut oil. They still turned out really delicious, the right amount of crispy on the outside and light on the inside. I will be making these again! Thank you!
DONA C
0This recipe turned out great for my family; will definitely be making them again. I did oil the waffle maker more generously than normal but otherwise followed the recipe as written
Marcy
0I followed the recipe other than swapping regular butter for almond butter as I didn’t have any. I then used coconut oil in place of the butter. I could not get the egg whites to form stiff peaks but used them as they were. My waffles did not turn out at all Any suggestions?
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Marcy, Regular butter cannot be used as a substitute for almond butter. Also, the stiff peaks texture of the egg white is important. If you are having trouble achieving stiff peaks, you can add a pinch of cream of tartar to your egg whites.
Laura J
0I followed recipe and ended up with soupy waffle. Added more almond flour to second waffle and it held its shape.
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Laura, Did you happen to watch the video in the recipe card for the waffles? The batter is a little soupy, but it comes together nicely in the waffle maker.
Olivia
0Absolutely delicious recipe!! We will definitely be making this again. Hands down the best keto waffle receipe I’ve tried
jamie dunn
0Can you use flax egg (ground flaxseed & Water) instead of an egg to make these vegan?
Wholesome Yum M
0Hi Jamie, Yes, a flax egg will work fine here.
Cynthia
0Awesome! I am allergic to eggs. I did a search for “keto” “vegan” (I’m not vegan, but this was more effective than egg-free or no egg), and “waffles”. You may want to consider this substitution above in your recipe to attract more readers 🙂 As well as a good way to make a flax egg, I’ll be looking it up so I can use this one!
January
0These turned out perfectly. For those complaining of egginess or sogginess, you must have done something wrong.